One of the absolutely most misogynistic and disgusting atmospheres I have ever had the displeasure of being a patron of. The worst of it was when I asked for a cup of water for my friend—the bartender rolled his eyes, took a DIRTY USED CUP from the bar, and filled it with water. It tasted like vodka. I would absolutely write this establishment up to the BBB. Putrid. Vile. Disrespectful and corrupt.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Robert
It’s hard enough to be queer and happy these days without queer people trying to put other queer people down in a bar meant for…queer people. My friends and I went to The Boiler Room this past weekend and our experience there left me speechless at the time. It’s more of a dive joint which we didn’t know. The bartenders were initially off-putting and rude, but everyone has bad nights (all of us have worked in a bar before, we get it). After paying for a song to come on, a bartender skipped it and we joked around about being upset. The bartender said “there’s other people here, it’s not your sweet 16” and laughed towards the other guests to get support. I certainly hope that made him feel better, because it definitely put a damper on our night. Our energy might’ve been a bit misplaced but our fun was harmless and not interrupting anyone’s night. All this to say, I would understand if we needed to keep it down bc that’s the type of place this is, and we definitely would have had we been asked to do so! But to be met with what was essentially bullying in a space where we were excited to let loose and feel safe is wildly disappointing.
Jacqueline Rabih
Kicked us out just wanted to buy a drink however did not meet protocols. Super disrespectful not the vibe dirty place. Don’t go.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Stanley Hudson
Jason brings the heat! Not only is he fabulous but so incredibly inspiring and inspiring!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Daniel Pino
Est. 1994Layout/atmosphere*Pool table; TV; Internet jukebox; high tables; photo booth; cash onlyService*Bartender Alec was awesomeFood/drink*No food menu
Dominic Ianno
Luv Luv Luv this bar!Jason is the best bartender who plays wonderful old disco hits!!
Service: 4
Megan Abbott
Love this place!
Derrick Cooley
Been coming here for a while now and I love this place. Even though it’s run down and kinda gross the bartenders are always cool. Jason is the best! Great DJ and funny as hell. He always makes it a good time for me and the bar regulars. I’ll miss this place
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Charles E. Dyre
Great, old school gay bar/dive. Cash only, pool table.
Ken Thomas
Disgusting place. Didn’t even order a drink wanted to leave immediately after we walked in. It’s just trash.
Such a cute and welcoming place! The people there seemed super friendly and the bartender was nice and helped us find other gay places in town to try out. And you can't beat $6 drinks. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Kristen Walsh
Bartender was super rude and refused to give us water
Denise Dopman
One of the most chill spots in the LES, Alec is the best bartender I've ever had the pleasure to hang out with! Drinks are affordable(my mother has trained me not to say the word cheap) and served with perfect banter. You can hang outside, or play on the one pool table. I bring all of my out of town visitor's(they love it) and refer to the Boiler Room as the 'Cheers' of the gay bars. Happy hour is always calm, and after 10pm things really pop off for the late night crowd prepping to go out OUT. Everyone is welcome! An absolute gem. No food served(well a bag of chips if that counts), but you can bring in your eats, so many great close options in the LES. Highly recommend for a true NYC staple.
One of the absolutely most misogynistic and disgusting atmospheres I have ever had the displeasure of being a patron of. The worst of it was when I asked for a cup of water for my friend—the bartender rolled his eyes, took a DIRTY USED CUP from the bar, and filled it with water. It tasted like vodka. I would absolutely write this establishment up to the BBB. Putrid. Vile. Disrespectful and corrupt.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It’s hard enough to be queer and happy these days without queer people trying to put other queer people down in a bar meant for…queer people. My friends and I went to The Boiler Room this past weekend and our experience there left me speechless at the time. It’s more of a dive joint which we didn’t know. The bartenders were initially off-putting and rude, but everyone has bad nights (all of us have worked in a bar before, we get it). After paying for a song to come on, a bartender skipped it and we joked around about being upset. The bartender said “there’s other people here, it’s not your sweet 16” and laughed towards the other guests to get support. I certainly hope that made him feel better, because it definitely put a damper on our night. Our energy might’ve been a bit misplaced but our fun was harmless and not interrupting anyone’s night. All this to say, I would understand if we needed to keep it down bc that’s the type of place this is, and we definitely would have had we been asked to do so! But to be met with what was essentially bullying in a space where we were excited to let loose and feel safe is wildly disappointing.
Kicked us out just wanted to buy a drink however did not meet protocols. Super disrespectful not the vibe dirty place. Don’t go.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jason brings the heat! Not only is he fabulous but so incredibly inspiring and inspiring!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Est. 1994Layout/atmosphere*Pool table; TV; Internet jukebox; high tables; photo booth; cash onlyService*Bartender Alec was awesomeFood/drink*No food menu
Luv Luv Luv this bar!Jason is the best bartender who plays wonderful old disco hits!!
Service: 4
Love this place!
Been coming here for a while now and I love this place. Even though it’s run down and kinda gross the bartenders are always cool. Jason is the best! Great DJ and funny as hell. He always makes it a good time for me and the bar regulars. I’ll miss this place
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Great, old school gay bar/dive. Cash only, pool table.
Disgusting place. Didn’t even order a drink wanted to leave immediately after we walked in. It’s just trash.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Such a cute and welcoming place! The people there seemed super friendly and the bartender was nice and helped us find other gay places in town to try out. And you can't beat $6 drinks. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Bartender was super rude and refused to give us water
One of the most chill spots in the LES, Alec is the best bartender I've ever had the pleasure to hang out with! Drinks are affordable(my mother has trained me not to say the word cheap) and served with perfect banter. You can hang outside, or play on the one pool table. I bring all of my out of town visitor's(they love it) and refer to the Boiler Room as the 'Cheers' of the gay bars. Happy hour is always calm, and after 10pm things really pop off for the late night crowd prepping to go out OUT. Everyone is welcome! An absolute gem. No food served(well a bag of chips if that counts), but you can bring in your eats, so many great close options in the LES. Highly recommend for a true NYC staple.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place. Saturday afternoon is THE best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
great vibe, Jason is a master of the video
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5