Gay Bars near Astoria, NY

“Absolutely love ICON.
Marcelo and Maggie are two of the absolute rockstars who make this place feel so welcoming every single visit. They remember faces, bring such good energy, and really set the tone for an awesome experience. Places like this only work because of people like them — truly the heart of the place.“

“Great vibe. Great people.“

“Great place. I love to be there 🥰“

“By far the top cocktail bar in Hell’s Kitchen. I’ve been here for drinks with friends, corporate events, as well as date nights. There are multiple floors and plenty of seating area. Music is not loud so you can have a good conversation. My favorite spot is the martini room. Each area feels special and is separated enough to make it feel like you’re having your own private moment and not in a crowded bar in the middle of the city. They do a great job at making drinks and everything I’ve had, including the food has been top notch.“

“Unique drinks and sandwiches, great prices“

“Cubbyhole is without doubt worthy of a 5-star rating in terms of its unpolished authenticity and true community. It’s a memory bank that spans decades for my friends and I, who share a deep sentimentality for this iconic establishment. Respectfully, one collective note that is worthy of mentioning is - the drink quality and spirit selections are really overdue to be stepped up. Nothing pretentious or ironic, just swirls of quality alcohol and mixers that a) make people excited about drinking there and b) not hate themselves the next morning.“

“My husband & discovered Uncle Charlie’s a few years ago on a trip & now it’s a must for us every time we visit NYC. We like that it’s less touristy & more of a local hangout than some of the other piano bars in town. The bartenders & local regulars are friendly, the drinks reasonably priced & we have always felt very welcome included as visitors.“

“We had a really great time at Flex. The vibe was heaps of fun, completely welcoming, and everyone was incredibly friendly. Our bartender was excellent. The happy hour drinks were fantastic and really good value.

It didn't seem matter at all that we were two women, as soon as we walked in heaps of locals chatted with us and made us feel at home.“

“I’m from NOLA and have been several times in the past years when I come to New York and I love it more and more every time. Such a fun place to be.“

“Happy Hour is always fun. Great after work crowd.“

“Beautiful place . Perfect music . Love friends tavern . Sexy staff“

“The bar was really nice, but the lady that was bartending was extremely rude and dismissive. For this reason we only had one drink before deciding to move on, and the drinks were just okay.
However we met some LOVELY patrons at bar and enjoyed talking to them for quite some time.“

“Bartender was great!! Beers where awesome and the location could not have been better. Great neighborhood bar!!!“

“Not a bar guy but just popped in for a change from sitting at home we confused the bartender at first we wanted 1 glass of wine in 2 glasses with both topped with sprite think Italian called a spritzer
Last of the big spenders actually i was going to pop in today on way home from supermarket but I had 2 5 gallons of water with me can't wait for my nieces and nephews visit“

“It was a great time at good Judy’s! The atmosphere was perfect for an evening of hanging out with my friends! My drink had an issue and the bartender was prompt to fix it. The enterances to the bar is very steep so be careful if you’re in heels or not steady on your feet.“

“The old-school West Village charm and lively but comfortable vibe make it perfect for a relaxed night out. Drinks are strong and reasonably priced, and the crowd was fun and friendly. Service was quick and welcoming. It got busier later but was still enjoyable. About $10-20 per person. A reliable classic in the Village.“

“Rockbar NYC is a lively neighborhood bar known for its inclusive, energetic vibe and strong LGBTQ+ community presence. The atmosphere is casual and fun, with themed nights and music keeping things upbeat. Drinks are straightforward and affordable. A great spot for a relaxed, social night out in NYC.“

“Ginger's is such a lovely and welcoming spot in Park Slope. Im Irish and a lesbian & the welcome i was given made me feel like I was just at home. The gorge bartenders even let me finish my drink as they cleaned around me as I only arrived when they called last orders. It is such a cool spot with a relaxed vibe. If you are in Park Slope definitely pop in and say hello to the lovely team here 😊“

“The food review was rated by the other guy. The service is mine. The atmosphere, to quote the other guy again, is one of the few gay bars, perhaps the only gay bar, in which you can have a conversation. You can be yourself. Admittedly, as I told our bartender, I was able to write two books of poetry at the bar. I'm biased, protective of Julius'.“

“The vibes are Correct! Come out and get into your Vers Era!“

“Last Saturday I like so much the movie "To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar" in the monitor 💪😌🤙“

“I LOVE CLUB CUMMING. Colt and Nick were the kindest bar tenders, and even gave my boyfriend and I free, home made cookies! I was nervous on the way to the club because I can be socially anxious, but my boyfriend and I had the best time ever. I can’t wait to come back during an event! And to maybe meet Alan!“

“Great place!!! I love Viva La Heights“

“I've been a regular at Pieces for around 13 years. It's been my go-to bar in the city when I come for some fun. Drag bingo is especially entertaining - Chaka Khanvict is hilarious and you can't get better entertainment in the city. The bar staff are great and deliver drinks quickly (speed is relative depending on how crowded it is) and prices are comparable to the area, and even cheaper during Happy Hour.“

“What a fun spot! I don’t want to age myself, but the vibe here totally threw me back to the 90s club kid days—like I could’ve run into Michael Alig himself. The staff was super friendly, the show I caught was a blast, and the crowd was full of cool, welcoming people. Definitely a place I’d go back to for more good times.“

“One of the best bars in Williamsburg!“

“The food is locally sourced daily. They offer 4/5 delicious entrees with delectable sides. Service was warm & attentive. Can't wait to return!!!“

“As a tourist from Asia
I couldn’t feel welcome here than any other bars!
On weekends it’s full but the bartenders are always nice and helpful
During the week , they talk, give you local tips etc
And I just love music and piano
Thanks to the guy Kent , who is always working on Monday - Wednesday
He made me come to bar 5times during my 2weeks of visit.“

“We went here for karaoke night and although there wasn’t a huge crowd in that night, the bar seemed way nicer and fun compared to the others I’ve been to in a few other cities. Matzah Belle-Soup was friendly and hilarious which made the experience amazing. Without her it probably would’ve just been like a regular bar with gay people having drinks.“

“In 2015 My sister brought me to this establishment as a spur of the moment stop because she knew the people in charge of entertainment and she told them that I had yet to see her perform live and let her get up onto the stage and tell everyone there that I was there to see her perform for the first time.“

“Nice group. Friendly bartenders“

“Bowling. Drunk. This makes It 25 characters.“

“My favorite gay bar. Upstairs has a piano area that’s perfect for a more relaxed, chill night, while downstairs is the complete opposite with dancing, drag, go-go dancers, and a party atmosphere.

The crowd is eclectic and feels much less pretentious than a lot of Hell’s Kitchen spots, which makes it easier to just enjoy yourself. It strikes a good balance depending on what kind of night you want.“

“I specifically love Martini Mondays with Bryan and Color with Cameron on Thursdays SO MUCH. Cameron makes you feel safe and heard. The community atmosphere is exceptionally welcoming and the drinks are delicious. You do not have to be a gay man to feel at home at Pint! This neighborhood bar is a diamond of Jersey City and I’ll be a patron there for years to come.“

“Saturday nights are fun I enjoy going to support my local drag gals and dance . definitely recommend checking it out Saturday or any night of the week . drinks are not that expensive for LES prices , and cover on Saturday is 5 $ . not bad at all“

“Great bar. Three dance floors on Saturday and Sunday. Cover charge for Saturday was $25 and $20 on Sunday. Monday was free. It was very clean. The music changed from day to day. Enjoyed the 90’s House the most. Limited IPA selection and white wine. Friendly staff. Enjoyed meeting Arsenio who was very informative about the NYC bar scene. It’s a bit out of the way in Chelsea but thankfully there were lots of taxi’s. They had a clothes check and ATM. And they had a leather store inside too. Check it out.“

“Overall, it’s a 5-star review from me.

The ambience and atmosphere is inviting and relaxing. The music wasn’t too loud, just right. It has a spacious vibe to it, considering it’s not too huge of a bar.

The food was amazing. The flatbread pizzas were really good, and fresh.

Almost everyone who worked there was genuinely friendly and helpful.

The 3-star service was based on the female server my friends and I had. I don’t know if she was new, especially in the bar business. I don’t know if they train their servers with proper customer service and interaction with patrons. She started out nice, but I don’t think she had the real patience of a great server. (Side note: I ordered a MADRAS, which is Bartending 101 if someone trained to be a bartender. None of the bartenders knew what it was, and had to google it. I think aspiring bartenders really should go to some training.)

My friends and I went specifically on a Monday for Trivia, and “Gay Gaston” was a great trivia host. To put icing on the cake, our group WON!

Despite all of the shortcomings that occurred, we still loved the place, and we look forward to returning. I just hope they’ll really retrain their servers and bartenders, so they know the basic idea of customer service, patience, and simple information on traditional signature drinks like Madras, Cuba Libre, etc.“

“I. FREAKING. LOOVED. I'm coming back for more, it was the most fun I've had in my area in a long time!!! I'm recommending to my close friends IMMEDIATELY! Much love to the staff and friendly faces there 💋💕💕💕“

“Friendly locals and lively nights! Love this bar!“

“Awesome place !! ❤️❤️🎼🎼🍷🍷🙌🙌“

“Go here to dance!! Went at around 10PM on a Friday night, and the dance floor was kinda dead until around 11PM, and then people really showed up. Drinks were not the strongest, but tasty, and the dance floor was huge and atmospheric. Also, great bathroom, and drag on and off. Definitely coming back!“

“I have enjoyed this place for years“

“Can’t tell me nothing about this spot! My go to place when I’m looking to duck in somewhere for a bit when I’m in the east village or when my friends are in town and looking for a meet up spot. If you like dark divy gay bars and you’re not pretentious, this is your spot. Great bartenders, cheap drinks, great music. They also have one of those pool tables where you have to shake and hit it to get it to work— what’s not to love!“

“My favorite place to DJ at fr! There’s always a fun ahh crowd that loves to dance, impeccable gin & tonics ✨ and the seasonal drinks are always tasty and unique— if you’re looking for a spot to dance and be yourself, this is it!“

“Love 626! Great atmosphere, music etc. We love going for Halloween every year! I do wish they would keep the rooftop open though during club hours because we are packed like sardines in the basement. It gets too hot and too crowded. Safety ?!“

“Nice place! And nice service.“