Broadway Bar in Long Beach—the most westerly bar on the strip of Broadway that designates the good ol’ Gayborhood—is, for lack of a much more eloquent term, that bitch. Dignifyingly divey, unapologetically un-modern, proudly pay-with-cash-only, a stucco showcase unlike any other, the Broadway Bar is the place Les Gays take their straights.
Lo de Carmen, nestled between Barcelona's Sant Antoni and Poble-sec neighborhoods, is a vibrant queer bar that welcomes all, including drag performers, trans individuals, and non-binary patrons. Its interior is bathed in neon red light, featuring plush seating and tasteful décor, creating an inviting atmosphere for both locals and visitors. The bar is renowned for its friendly staff and even.
For almost a century, gay and lesbian travelers have made Provincetown a destination. For nearly a century, Provincetown has been a cherished haven for everyone, especially the LGBTQ+ community. Sixty miles from the mainland, visitors found a welcoming town that celebrated diversity and authenticity—and they, in turn, embraced it as their own.
The original Seahorse opened in , unofficially known as Laguna’s first gay bar. Run by a single mother (a redhead like Reynolds), Reynolds felt compelled to bring it back to its old glory -- even digging up the same bar top she had found covered in dust, deep within the basement.
Scandals At 40 years young, Scandals is among Portland’s longest-running LGBTQ+ bars and is the last vestige of downtown’s long-gone Vaseline Alley gay district. Scandals features pool tables, a sidewalk patio, trivia, viewing parties, karaoke, and monthly live jazz.