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ALIBI
2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable, inviting
atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor drinking and
dining. Drink specials all week, with mammoth 22-ounce
Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on Thursdays.

BILL’S FILLING STATION
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour,
live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke – and great
burgers, to boot. Fun and friendly truck-stop-themed bar.

BOARDWALK
1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world. Go-go
dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy Hours. Drag emcees
and did we mention the Boys?

BOOM
2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
The bar with two names features a dance club and Gayborhood
bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke Mondays
and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and Saturdays, and
(indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

CORNER PUB
1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors
Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious clientele and staff.
Next to Island City Pizza (so you can get your drink AND
your slice on).

CUBBY HOLE
823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd (and a fun
nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool, 2-for-1 drinks all day
every day, video games, hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV.
Thursdays it’s Bare Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and
Saturday the fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their
Grizzlies Grind)!

DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL
2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open
daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food, daily happy
hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside. Karaoke and live
music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m.

DUDES
3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale
Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale
atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet interludes.
Steamy shower shows.

JOHNNY’S
1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love (to
ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest (and karaoke!).

LIPS
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park
The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights a
week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Sisters of Sequins.

THE MANOR
2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the
Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle. Theme rooms
(salsa and merengue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!).
Live dancing and dining.

MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe. 75
Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drag shows, Patio Bar –
and open at 9 a.m. daily.

MONA’S
502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers,
fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the Legendary Jerry).
Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speedball
Tournament.

NAKED GRAPE
2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique. The alternative gathering
place on Wilton Dr. Now serving tapas nightly. Social Hour
features $5 house wine glasses, $1 Barcelona Bites, and In
The Biz all the time.

PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale
Friendly neighborhood interracial bar with drinks specials
every night of the week including, “In the Biz Mondays” at
9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks and $3 Cosmos and Apple Martinis,
“Splash Friday’s” wet underwear contest, and Sunday’s
pool tournament, both with a $50 cash prize!

RAMROD
1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first
Saturday of the month – South Florida’s Busiest, Craziest
Monthly Party (with caged hunks at Midnight on Saturdays
– is there a downside to this?).

ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors
Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without
making one). Food, folks, libations, and a killer Sunday
Funday.

SCANDALS SALOON
3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors
A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country
and western music, two-steppin’, three-steppin’, pool
tables, and themed events year ‘round. Cowboys and
Indians was never this much fun, Pilgrim.

SIDELINES
2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination
sports bar with TVs streaming NFL, MLB, NBA and college
games. Pool tables, dart boards and large indoor (and
now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio features area for
smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women (who would
have thought?). Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek and
recommended by LOGO.

STABLE
205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line
dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly.

SMARTY PANTS
2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and
regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m. Karaoke
Friday and Saturday nights, and with matinee on Sunday
afternoon.

TORPEDO
2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week. Doors
open at Midnight; dance til Dawn.

WHISKEY BLUE
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s
the elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the luxe Living Room:
hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere
with signature cocktails and upscale patrons. Indoor and
outdoor lounges.

WILTON’S BIER GARDEN
2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors
German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed
atmosphere. Upstairs dining, downstairs outdoor patio and
bar, DJ music, and a fun staff make one of Wilton Manors’
newest venues a good time to be had by all.

MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH

CLUB BOI
777 NE 79 St., Miami
With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and
a diverse musical format, including Hip Hop, R&B, House,
Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School. Go-go bois and drink
specials.

CLUB SUGAR
2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami
Gay Latin scene, with Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Hip
Hop and House music always playing.

DISCOTEKKA
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in
the hot heart of Downtown Miami.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best
sound system in town! Plenty of safe, secured parking.
Open 5pm to 5am daily. Hot male dancers and daily drink
specials.

MOVA LOUNGE
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover.
Drink specials all week long, live DJs, high energy music
and a fun crowd getting their dance on til late.

PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art
Deco District. Mouth-watering burgers, boys (and girls!).
Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

SCORE
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln
Road. Tons of events throughout the year, including
fundraisers for Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach
Gay Pride.

SPACE
34 NE 11th St., Miami
Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Downtown
Miami. Indoor dance floors and outdoor rooftop bar,
spectacular light show.

TWIST
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never
a cover, always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men. In
SoBe’s Art Deco District.

ORLANDO/CENTRAL FLORIDA

Hanks
5026 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude. One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

Hamburger Mary ’s Bar & Grill
110 W Church St., Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with Miss Sammy
& Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every Saturday, 7:30
p.m.

Parliament House
410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool Bar, Bear/Leather
Bar.

New Phoenix
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar. Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9 p.m. Drag shows
every Saturday night. Home of the $1 Jello shots.

Pulse
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers. Twisted Tuesdays
with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College Wednesdays (18+)
and 2-4-1 every Friday for Happy Hour.

Savoy Orlando
1913 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando. The MEN
OF SAVOY Dancers from 6 p.m. til 2 a.m. every night in the
main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

Wylde’s
3557 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando. Jukebox,
Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

Paradise Orlando
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub. Patio,
Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til 9 p.m. and drink
specials every day til 9 p.m.

Bar Codes (Formerly Bear Bar)
4453 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My! Beer and Wine.
Tends to attract the after work Happy Hour crowd.

TAMPA BAY

2606
2606 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Tampa’s favorite Levi/leather bar has two floors (dimly lit),
with the upstairs being the more cruisy. There’s Hog House
shop on-premises, and the 2606 is home to the Tampa
Leather Club. Monday is Underwear Night, Tuesdays are $1
drinks and on Wednesdays, Longnecks are just $1.50.

Azalea Lounge
1502 N Florida Ave., Tampa, FL
Exposed brick, cold beverages and friendly staff are the
mainstays of the recently bloomed Florida Avenue flower!
Neighborhood bar, pool tables.

Baxter’s Lounge
1519 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL
Tampa Happy Hour Tradition. Serving up some of the hottest
dancers Wednesday thru Saturday nights at 10PM.

Flirt Nightclub & Showbar
1909 N 15th St., Tampa, FL (Ybor City)
Get that hometown feeling. Amazing lazer shows, big
headliners and has been around for 6 years.

City Side
3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay’s “Best Happy Hour” til Midnight every night
of the week.

GBar
1401 E 7th Ave., Tampa (Ybor City), FL
Dance Club & Video Bar. Open Tuesday through Saturday,
4 p.m. til 3 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $5 after with ID.

Valentines Nightclub
7522 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Voted #1 Nightclub in Tampa. Open 7 days a week 3 p.m.
to 3 a.m. Monday, Latin Night, Tuesdays are Boys Night
Out, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night, Thursdays, No Cover
Dance Party, Fridays feature Hot Go-Go Girls, Saturdays are
Latino Night “Uncut” and Sundays are Hip Hop Night.

Ki Ki Ki III
1908 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL
One of The Oldest Bars (beer and wine). A plain bar without
pretention with its share of young regulars.

Rainbow Room
421 S MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL
A mix between a neighborhood bar and a community center.
Main bar with pool, darts, jukebox. Outdoor Tiki patio
has a full volleyball court and live bands. Beer & Wine.

ST. PETERSBURG

Georgies Alibi
3100 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL
One of the most popular gay bars in St. Pete. It’s always
busy! Great VJ’s play Top 40 music. Mondays are Drag
BINGO and Talent contest, Pool tourney Wednesdays, and
the legendary Long Island Iced Tea nights on Thursdays.
Ages 21 and over, never a cover!

Flamingo Resort
4601 34th St. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Florida’s “largest, luxury all gay resort.” Non-stop entertainment,
great menu, and drinks served poolside at the
Cabana. Weekly events and 2-4-1 Happy Hour daily from
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday Happy Hour ($1 off) 11 a.m to
9 p.m.

Gemini Lounge
2315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
Gemini Lounge aims to serve a variety of tastes; music,
karaoke, Internet access, poetry readings and sports on TV.

Oar House Bar & Liquor Store
4807 22nd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Fun, friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can get
great drinks at cheap prices! Drama free! Happy Hour daily
from 2 p.m. til 9 p.m.

Haymarket Pub
8308 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
More of a Men’s bar. Showing hot videos, beer specials,
Saturday Underwear Night, and different events each
week.

Hideaway
8302 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
The oldest Womyn’s bar in the country. Where music is
always the main entree! Coldest selection of beer in town.

Detour
2612 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
The hottest club in St. Pete. Daily specials, karaoke nights
and gogo boys from Rico’s Men. Noted for it’s Saturday
Drag shows and Karaoke nights. Full liquor bar.

MELBOURNE/COCOA

Cold Keg NightClub
4060 W New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL
Largest Gay Club in Melbourne Florida and the Premier
Gay Bar & Nightclub in Brevard County.
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Ultra Lounge
407 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, FL
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.

JACKSONVILLE

The Metro
2929 Plum St., Jacksonville, FL
The Metro Entertainment Complex has been serving the
GLBT community for 17 years. Features a total of 7 different
venues under one roof to choose from. Lesbo-A-Go-
Go, monthly Tea Dances, special quest performers, female
impersonators and live musicians.

Boot Rack Saloon
4751 Lenox Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Your Neighborhood Gay Bar – the place for men. Cold beer,
music and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Hot men and
cheap beer… We all know where that leads!

AJ’s Bar & Grill
10244 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Annie and Janie invite you to stop by and see some old
friends and meet some new ones! Great food, awesome
service, delicious mixed drinks and live entertainment.

Park Place Lounge
931 King St., Jacksonville, FL
A fun and comfortable gay bar that’s accommodating to
both gays and non-gays. A great place to watch your favorite
game, or enjoy playing Wii while the liquor flows!

The Norm
2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
A neighborhood bar. Everyone is welcome, but remember it
is a girls bar! Beer and Wine only.

616 Bar
616 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
A warm and friendly atmosphere with a Patio bar. Karaoke
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays the Jax Bears are
here for happy hour. Fridays and Saturdays enjoy the “Beer
Blast.”

Three Layers Cafe
1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville, FL
The name Three Layers comes from their large variety
of delicious three layer cakes. An inviting loft style cafe
located in Springfield. Enjoy a bistro style lunch or just stop
in for your morning coffee.

Bo’s Coral Reef
201 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
There are great shows Thursday through Sunday with the
best of female impersonators. Pool tables, video games,
and a large outdoor patio. The only gay bar on the beach!

Incahoots
711 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, FL
This club offers good crowds every night. Recently remodeled
with three bars and a friendly staff. Everyday is a different
special. A fun place anytime. Full Liquor bar. Closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays except for special events.

Kickbacks Gastropub
910 King St., Jacksonville, FL
This is a top class venue serving over 600 different bottled
beers, 84 beers on tap, breakfast, lunch and dinner 20hrs a
day 7 days a week!

PENSACOLA

The Roundup
560 E Heinberg St, Pensacola, FL
A neighborhood gay men’s bar… Pensacola’s Cowboy Bar.
Open 2 p.m. til 3 p.m. daily.

Cabaret
101 S Jefferson St. #E, Pensacola, FL
Not strictly a gay bar, the charming and friendly Cabaret
is very much a fixture in Pensacola’s GLBT community,
drawing a mixed bunch each evening for happy hour,
karaoke, videos, comedy shows, live music, and all-around
hobnobbing and socializing.

KEY WEST

Bourbon Street Pub
724 Duval St., Key West, FL
Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow
ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay
action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy
dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!”

801 Bourbon Bar
801 Duval St., Key West, FL
Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by
famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and
others. This legendary establishment has been around for
over 30 years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11
a.m. – 8 p.m.

Aqua Nightclub
711 Duval St., Key West, FL
Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a week,
followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and don’t
miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m. daily.

KWest
705 Duval St., Key West, FL
Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-along
every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after
10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests
on Fridays.

Saloon One
801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar)
This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently
located behind 801 Bourbon Bar.

La Te Da
1125 Duval St., Key West, FL
An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and
restaurant.

Pearl’s Patio Bar for Women
525 United St., Key West, FL
Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gayfriendly
women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring
drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

Bobby’s Monkey Bar
900 Simonton St., Key West, FL
The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy
Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool
tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.

Garden of Eden
224 Duval St., Key West, FL
A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST
Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat,
or skinny… Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional – gay friendly!

WEST PALM BEACH

H G Roosters
823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at
H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds
looking for laughs and fun.

The Lounge
517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL
Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied
by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals.

Fort Dix Bar & Club
6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL
Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on
the dark and dingy side, but who knows–that could be a plus.

FORT MYERS

Office Pub
3704 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL
Oldest gay bar in South West Florida with a festive
attitude. This bear-friendly Office likes to have fun with
underwear parties, drag shows, Wii bowling! Check out
their country and western music night on Saturdays.

Tubby’s
4350 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL
Where men come to compete (in tournaments). “Never a
cover… always a smile” Tubby’s is a no-frills video bar with
a total of 10 TVs and two projection screens available for
patrons to use as they wish. Add a six-hour 2-4-1 Happy
Hour during the Wii tournaments on the big screen!

The Bottom Line
3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL
This gay entertainment complex is one of the longest
running clubs in southwest Florida at over 20 years, The
Bottom Line features 7 bars, pool tables, drag shows and
occasional guest appearances by porno stars.

VENICE

TOTI: Tavern on the Island in Venice
127 Tampa Ave. East, Venice, FL
This South Beach inspired gay bar, boasts a dance floor
and a game room with pool tables and dart boards. It’s
clean, the music is mixed and the staff are friendly. A
mixed crowd can be found most nights… younger, older
(duh, this is Venice), gay and straight. Did you know that
in the Caribbean, TOTI is slang for a beloved male appendage?
How apropos.

GAINESVILLE

Spikes
4130 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL
It is a laid-back kind of place, with friendly bar staff. The
crowds vary depending on the night. The bar has a nice
open air patio area that is rarely used, but would be nice
if it was.

University Club
18 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL
This is a fairly average small college town gay bar. It is
usually busy and crowded on Thursday nights.

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ALIBI
2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable, inviting
atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor drinking and
dining. Drink specials all week, with mammoth 22-ounce
Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on Thursdays.

BILL’S FILLING STATION
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour,
live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke – and great
burgers, to boot. Fun and friendly truck-stop-themed bar.

BOARDWALK
1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world. Go-go
dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy Hours. Drag emcees
and did we mention the Boys?

BOOM
2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
The bar with two names features a dance club and Gayborhood
bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke Mondays
and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and Saturdays, and
(indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

CORNER PUB
1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors
Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious clientele and staff.
Next to Island City Pizza (so you can get your drink AND
your slice on).

CUBBY HOLE
823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd (and a fun
nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool, 2-for-1 drinks all day
every day, video games, hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV.
Thursdays it’s Bare Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and
Saturday the fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their
Grizzlies Grind)!

DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL
2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open
daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food, daily happy
hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside. Karaoke and live
music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m.

DUDES
3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale
Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale
atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet interludes.
Steamy shower shows.

JOHNNY’S
1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love (to
ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest (and karaoke!).

LIPS
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park
The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights a
week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Sisters of Sequins.

THE MANOR
2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the
Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle. Theme rooms
(salsa and merengue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!).
Live dancing and dining.

MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe. 75
Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drag shows, Patio Bar –
and open at 9 a.m. daily.

MONA’S
502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers,
fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the Legendary Jerry).
Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speedball
Tournament.

NAKED GRAPE
2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique – the alternative gathering
place on Wilton Drive. Wine tastings and events. Tuesday
and Wednesday Late Night In the Biz.

PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale
Friendly neighborhood interracial bar with drinks specials
every night of the week including, “In the Biz Mondays” at
9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks and $3 Cosmos and Apple Martinis,
“Splash Friday’s” wet underwear contest, and Sunday’s
pool tournament, both with a $50 cash prize!

RAMROD
1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first
Saturday of the month – South Florida’s Busiest, Craziest
Monthly Party (with caged hunks at Midnight on Saturdays
– is there a downside to this?).

ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors
Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without
making one). Food, folks, libations, and a killer Sunday
Funday.

SCANDALS SALOON
3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors
A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country
and western music, two-steppin’, three-steppin’, pool
tables, and themed events year ‘round. Cowboys and
Indians was never this much fun, Pilgrim.

SIDELINES
2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination
sports bar with TVs streaming NFL, MLB, NBA and college
games. Pool tables, dart boards and large indoor (and
now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio features area for
smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women (who would
have thought?). Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek and
recommended by LOGO.

STABLE
205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line
dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly.

SMARTY PANTS
2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and
regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m. Karaoke
Friday and Saturday nights, and with matinee on Sunday
afternoon.

TORPEDO
2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week. Doors
open at Midnight; dance til Dawn.

WHISKEY BLUE
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s
the elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the luxe Living Room:
hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere
with signature cocktails and upscale patrons. Indoor and
outdoor lounges.

WILTON’S BIER GARDEN
2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors
German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed
atmosphere. Upstairs dining, downstairs outdoor patio and
bar, DJ music, and a fun staff make one of Wilton Manors’
newest venues a good time to be had by all.

MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH

CLUBBOI
777 NE 79 St., Miami
With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and
a diverse musical format, including Hip Hop, R&B, House,
Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School. Go-go bois and drink
specials.

CLUB SUGAR
2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami
Gay Latin scene, with Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Hip
Hop and House music always playing.

DISCOTEKKA
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in
the hot heart of Downtown Miami.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best
sound system in town! Plenty of safe, secured parking.
Open 5pm to 5am daily. Hot male dancers and daily drink
specials.

MOVA LOUNGE
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover.
Drink specials all week long, live DJs, high energy music
and a fun crowd getting their dance on til late.

PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art
Deco District. Mouth-watering burgers, boys (and girls!).
Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

SCORE
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln
Road. Tons of events throughout the year, including
fundraisers for Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach
Gay Pride.

SPACE
34 NE 11th St., Miami
Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Downtown
Miami. Indoor dance floors and outdoor rooftop bar,
spectacular light show.

TWIST
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never
a cover, always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men. In
SoBe’s Art Deco District.

ORLANDO/CENTRAL FLORIDA

HANKS
5026 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude. One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILL
110 W Church St., Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with Miss Sammy
& Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every Saturday, 7:30
p.m.

PARLIAMENT HOUSE
410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool Bar, Bear/Leather
Bar.

NEW PHOENIX
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar. Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9 p.m. Drag shows
every Saturday night. Home of the $1 Jello shots.

PULSE
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers. Twisted Tuesdays
with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College Wednesdays (18+)
and 2-4-1 every Friday for Happy Hour.

SAVOY ORLANDO
1913 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando. The MEN
OF SAVOY Dancers from 6 p.m. til 2 a.m. every night in the
main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

WYLDE’S
3557 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando. Jukebox,
Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

PARADISE ORLANDO
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub. Patio,
Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til 9 p.m. and drink
specials every day til 9 p.m.

BAR CODES (FORMERLY BEAR BAR)
4453 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My! Beer and Wine.
Tends to attract the after work Happy Hour crowd.

TAMPA BAY

2606
2606 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Tampa’s favorite Levi/leather bar has two floors (dimly lit),
with the upstairs being the more cruisy. There’s Hog House
shop on-premises, and the 2606 is home to the Tampa
Leather Club. Monday is Underwear Night, Tuesdays are $1
drinks and on Wednesdays, Longnecks are just $1.50.

AZALEA LOUNGE
1502 N Florida Ave., Tampa, FL
Exposed brick, cold beverages and friendly staff are the
mainstays of the recently bloomed Florida Avenue flower!
Neighborhood bar, pool tables.

BAXTER’S LOUNGE
1519 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL
Tampa Happy Hour Tradition. Serving up some of the hottest
dancers Wednesday thru Saturday nights at 10PM.

FLIRT NIGHTCLUB & SHOWBAR
1909 N 15th St., Tampa, FL (Ybor City)
Get that hometown feeling. Amazing lazer shows, big
headliners and has been around for 6 years.

CITY SIDE
3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay’s “Best Happy Hour” til Midnight every night
of the week.

GBAR
1401 E 7th Ave., Tampa (Ybor City), FL
Dance Club & Video Bar. Open Tuesday through Saturday,
4 p.m. til 3 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $5 after with ID.

VALENTINES NIGHTCLUB
7522 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Voted #1 Nightclub in Tampa. Open 7 days a week 3 p.m.
to 3 a.m. Monday, Latin Night, Tuesdays are Boys Night
Out, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night, Thursdays, No Cover
Dance Party, Fridays feature Hot Go-Go Girls, Saturdays are
Latino Night “Uncut” and Sundays are Hip Hop Night.

KI KI KI III
1908 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL
One of The Oldest Bars (beer and wine). A plain bar without
pretention with its share of young regulars.

RAINBOW ROOM
421 S MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL
A mix between a neighborhood bar and a community center.
Main bar with pool, darts, jukebox. Outdoor Tiki patio
has a full volleyball court and live bands. Beer & Wine.

ST. PETERSBURG

GEORGIES ALIBI
3100 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL
One of the most popular gay bars in St. Pete. It’s always
busy! Great VJ’s play Top 40 music. Mondays are Drag
BINGO and Talent contest, Pool tourney Wednesdays, and
the legendary Long Island Iced Tea nights on Thursdays.
Ages 21 and over, never a cover!

FLAMINGO RESORT
4601 34th St. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Florida’s “largest, luxury all gay resort.” Non-stop entertainment,
great menu, and drinks served poolside at the
Cabana. Weekly events and 2-4-1 Happy Hour daily from
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday Happy Hour ($1 off) 11 a.m to
9 p.m.

GEMINI LOUNGE
2315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
Gemini Lounge aims to serve a variety of tastes; music,
karaoke, Internet access, poetry readings and sports on TV.

OAR HOUSE BAR & LIQUOR STORE
4807 22nd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Fun, friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can get
great drinks at cheap prices! Drama free! Happy Hour daily
from 2 p.m. til 9 p.m.

HAYMARKET PUB
8308 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
More of a Men’s bar. Showing hot videos, beer specials,
Saturday Underwear Night, and different events each
week.

HIDEAWAY
8302 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
The oldest Womyn’s bar in the country. Where music is
always the main entree! Coldest selection of beer in town.

DETOUR
2612 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
The hottest club in St. Pete. Daily specials, karaoke nights
and gogo boys from Rico’s Men. Noted for it’s Saturday
Drag shows and Karaoke nights. Full liquor bar.

MELBOURNE/COCOA

COLD KEG NIGHTCLUB
4060 W New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL
Largest Gay Club in Melbourne Florida and the Premier
Gay Bar & Nightclub in Brevard County.

ULTRA LOUNGE
407 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, FL
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.

JACKSONVILLE

 

THE METRO
2929 Plum St., Jacksonville, FL
The Metro Entertainment Complex has been serving the
GLBT community for 17 years. Features a total of 7 different
venues under one roof to choose from. Lesbo-A-Go-
Go, monthly Tea Dances, special quest performers, female
impersonators and live musicians.

BOOT RACK SALOON
4751 Lenox Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Your Neighborhood Gay Bar – the place for men. Cold beer,
music and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Hot men and
cheap beer… We all know where that leads!

AJ’S BAR & GRILL
10244 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Annie and Janie invite you to stop by and see some old
friends and meet some new ones! Great food, awesome
service, delicious mixed drinks and live entertainment.

PARK PLACE LOUNGE
931 King St., Jacksonville, FL
A fun and comfortable gay bar that’s accommodating to
both gays and non-gays. A great place to watch your favorite
game, or enjoy playing Wii while the liquor flows!
THE NORM
2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
A neighborhood bar. Everyone is welcome, but remember it
is a girls bar! Beer and Wine only.

616 BAR
616 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
A warm and friendly atmosphere with a Patio bar. Karaoke
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays the Jax Bears are
here for happy hour. Fridays and Saturdays enjoy the “Beer
Blast.”

THREE LAYERS CAFE
1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville, FL
The name Three Layers comes from their large variety
of delicious three layer cakes. An inviting loft style cafe
located in Springfield. Enjoy a bistro style lunch or just stop
in for your morning coffee.

BO’S CORAL REEF
201 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
There are great shows Thursday through Sunday with the
best of female impersonators. Pool tables, video games,
and a large outdoor patio. The only gay bar on the beach!

INCAHOOTS
711 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, FL
This club offers good crowds every night. Recently remodeled
with three bars and a friendly staff. Everyday is a different
special. A fun place anytime. Full Liquor bar. Closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays except for special events.

KICKBACKS GASTROPUB
910 King St., Jacksonville, FL
This is a top class venue serving over 600 different bottled
beers, 84 beers on tap, breakfast, lunch and dinner 20hrs a
day 7 days a week!

PENSACOLA

THE ROUNDUP
560 E Heinberg St, Pensacola, FL
A neighborhood gay men’s bar… Pensacola’s Cowboy Bar.
Open 2 p.m. til 3 p.m. daily.

CABARET
101 S Jefferson St. #E, Pensacola, FL
Not strictly a gay bar, the charming and friendly Cabaret
is very much a fixture in Pensacola’s GLBT community,
drawing a mixed bunch each evening for happy hour,
karaoke, videos, comedy shows, live music, and all-around
hobnobbing and socializing.

KEY WEST

BOURBON STREET PUB
724 Duval St., Key West, FL
Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow
ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay
action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy
dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!”

801 BOURBON BAR
801 Duval St., Key West, FL
Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by
famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and
others. This legendary establishment has been around for
over 30 years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11
a.m. – 8 p.m.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB
711 Duval St., Key West, FL
Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a week,
followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and don’t
miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m. daily.

KWEST
705 Duval St., Key West, FL
Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-along
every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after
10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests
on Fridays.

SALOON ONE
801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar)
This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently
located behind 801 Bourbon Bar.

LA TE DA
1125 Duval St., Key West, FL
An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and
restaurant.

PEARL’S PATIO BAR FOR WOMEN
525 United St., Key West, FL
Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gayfriendly
women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring
drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

BOBBY’S MONKEY BAR
900 Simonton St., Key West, FL
The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy
Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool
tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.

GARDEN OF EDEN
224 Duval St., Key West, FL
A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST
Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat,
or skinny… Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional – gay friendly!

WEST PALM BEACH

H G ROOSTERS
823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at
H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds
looking for laughs and fun.

THE LOUNGE
517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL
Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied
by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals.

FORT DIX BAR & CLUB
6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL
Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on
the dark and dingy side, but who knows–that could be a plus.

FORT MYERS

OFFICE PUB
3704 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL
Oldest gay bar in South West Florida with a festive
attitude. This bear-friendly Office likes to have fun with
underwear parties, drag shows, Wii bowling! Check out
their country and western music night on Saturdays.

TUBBY’S
4350 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL
Where men come to compete (in tournaments). “Never a
cover… always a smile” Tubby’s is a no-frills video bar with
a total of 10 TVs and two projection screens available for
patrons to use as they wish. Add a six-hour 2-4-1 Happy
Hour during the Wii tournaments on the big screen!

THE BOTTOM LINE
3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL
This gay entertainment complex is one of the longest
running clubs in southwest Florida at over 20 years, The
Bottom Line features 7 bars, pool tables, drag shows and
occasional guest appearances by porno stars.

VENICE

TOTI: TAVERN ON THE ISLAND IN VENICE
127 Tampa Ave. East, Venice, FL
This South Beach inspired gay bar, boasts a dance floor
and a game room with pool tables and dart boards. It’s
clean, the music is mixed and the staff are friendly. A
mixed crowd can be found most nights… younger, older
(duh, this is Venice), gay and straight. Did you know that
in the Caribbean, TOTI is slang for a beloved male appendage?
How apropos.

GAINESVILLE

SPIKES
4130 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL
It is a laid-back kind of place, with friendly bar staff. The
crowds vary depending on the night. The bar has a nice
open air patio area that is rarely used, but would be nice
if it was.

UNIVERSITY CLUB
18 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL
This is a fairly average small college town gay bar. It is
usually busy and crowded on Thursday nights.

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ALIBI
2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable, inviting
atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor drinking and
dining. Drink specials all week, with mammoth 22-ounce
Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on Thursdays.

BILL’S FILLING STATION
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour,
live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke – and great
burgers, to boot. Fun and friendly truck-stop-themed bar.

BOARDWALK
1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world. Go-go
dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy Hours. Drag emcees
and did we mention the Boys?

BOOM
2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
The bar with two names features a dance club and Gayborhood
bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke Mondays
and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and Saturdays, and
(indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

CORNER PUB
1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors
Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious clientele and staff.
Next to Island City Pizza (so you can get your drink AND
your slice on).

CUBBY HOLE
823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd (and a fun
nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool, 2-for-1 drinks all day
every day, video games, hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV.
Thursdays it’s Bare Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and
Saturday the fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their
Grizzlies Grind)!

DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL
2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open
daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food, daily happy
hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside. Karaoke and live
music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m.

DUDES
3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale
Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale
atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet interludes.
Steamy shower shows.

JOHNNY’S
1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love (to
ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest (and karaoke!).

LIPS
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park
The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights a
week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Sisters of Sequins.

THE MANOR
2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the
Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle. Theme rooms
(salsa and merengue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!).
Live dancing and dining.

MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe. 75
Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drag shows, Patio Bar –
and open at 9 a.m. daily.

MONA’S
502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers,
fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the Legendary Jerry).
Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speedball
Tournament.

NAKED GRAPE
2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique – the alternative gathering
place on Wilton Drive. Wine tastings and events. Tuesday
and Wednesday Late Night In the Biz.

PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale
Friendly neighborhood interracial bar with drinks specials
every night of the week including, “In the Biz Mondays” at
9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks and $3 Cosmos and Apple Martinis,
“Splash Friday’s” wet underwear contest, and Sunday’s
pool tournament, both with a $50 cash prize!

RAMROD
1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first
Saturday of the month – South Florida’s Busiest, Craziest
Monthly Party (with caged hunks at Midnight on Saturdays
– is there a downside to this?).

ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors
Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without
making one). Food, folks, libations, and a killer Sunday
Funday.

SCANDALS SALOON
3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors
A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country
and western music, two-steppin’, three-steppin’, pool
tables, and themed events year ‘round. Cowboys and
Indians was never this much fun, Pilgrim.

SIDELINES
2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination
sports bar with TVs streaming NFL, MLB, NBA and college
games. Pool tables, dart boards and large indoor (and
now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio features area for
smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women (who would
have thought?). Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek and
recommended by LOGO.

STABLE
205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line
dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly.

SMARTY PANTS
2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and
regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m. Karaoke
Friday and Saturday nights, and with matinee on Sunday
afternoon.

TORPEDO
2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week. Doors
open at Midnight; dance til Dawn.

WHISKEY BLUE
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s
the elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the luxe Living Room:
hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere
with signature cocktails and upscale patrons. Indoor and
outdoor lounges.

WILTON’S BIER GARDEN
2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors
German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed
atmosphere. Upstairs dining, downstairs outdoor patio and
bar, DJ music, and a fun staff make one of Wilton Manors’
newest venues a good time to be had by all.

MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH

 

CLUB BOI
777 NE 79 St., Miami
With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and
a diverse musical format, including Hip Hop, R&B, House,
Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School. Go-go bois and drink
specials.

CLUB SUGAR
2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami
Gay Latin scene, with Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Hip
Hop and House music always playing.

DISCOTEKKA
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in
the hot heart of Downtown Miami.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best
sound system in town! Plenty of safe, secured parking.
Open 5pm to 5am daily. Hot male dancers and daily drink
specials.

MOVA LOUNGE
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover.
Drink specials all week long, live DJs, high energy music
and a fun crowd getting their dance on til late.

PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art
Deco District. Mouth-watering burgers, boys (and girls!).
Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

SCORE
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln
Road. Tons of events throughout the year, including
fundraisers for Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach
Gay Pride.

SPACE
34 NE 11th St., Miami
Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Downtown
Miami. Indoor dance floors and outdoor rooftop bar,
spectacular light show.

TWIST
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never
a cover, always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men. In
SoBe’s Art Deco District.

 

ORLANDO/CENTRAL FLORIDA

HANKS
5026 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude. One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILL
110 W Church St., Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with Miss Sammy
& Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every Saturday, 7:30
p.m.

PARLIAMENT HOUSE
410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool Bar, Bear/Leather
Bar.

NEW PHOENIX
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar. Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9 p.m. Drag shows
every Saturday night. Home of the $1 Jello shots.

PULSE
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers. Twisted Tuesdays
with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College Wednesdays (18+)
and 2-4-1 every Friday for Happy Hour.

SAVOY ORLANDO
1913 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando. The MEN
OF SAVOY Dancers from 6 p.m. til 2 a.m. every night in the
main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

WYLDE’S
3557 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando. Jukebox,
Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

PARADISE ORLANDO
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub. Patio,
Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til 9 p.m. and drink
specials every day til 9 p.m.
Bar Codes (Formerly Bear Bar)
4453 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My! Beer and Wine.
Tends to attract the after work Happy Hour crowd.

 

TAMPA BAY

2606
2606 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Tampa’s favorite Levi/leather bar has two floors (dimly lit),
with the upstairs being the more cruisy. There’s Hog House
shop on-premises, and the 2606 is home to the Tampa
Leather Club. Monday is Underwear Night, Tuesdays are $1
drinks and on Wednesdays, Longnecks are just $1.50.

AZALEA LOUNGE
1502 N Florida Ave., Tampa, FL
Exposed brick, cold beverages and friendly staff are the
mainstays of the recently bloomed Florida Avenue flower!
Neighborhood bar, pool tables.

BAXTER’S LOUNGE
1519 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL
Tampa Happy Hour Tradition. Serving up some of the hottest
dancers Wednesday thru Saturday nights at 10PM.
Flirt Nightclub & Showbar
1909 N 15th St., Tampa, FL (Ybor City)
Get that hometown feeling. Amazing lazer shows, big
headliners and has been around for 6 years.

CITY SIDE
3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay’s “Best Happy Hour” til Midnight every night
of the week.

GBAR
1401 E 7th Ave., Tampa (Ybor City), FL
Dance Club & Video Bar. Open Tuesday through Saturday,
4 p.m. til 3 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $5 after with ID.

VALENTINES NIGHTCLUB
7522 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Voted #1 Nightclub in Tampa. Open 7 days a week 3 p.m.
to 3 a.m. Monday, Latin Night, Tuesdays are Boys Night
Out, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night, Thursdays, No Cover
Dance Party, Fridays feature Hot Go-Go Girls, Saturdays are
Latino Night “Uncut” and Sundays are Hip Hop Night.

KI KI KI III
1908 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL
One of The Oldest Bars (beer and wine). A plain bar without
pretention with its share of young regulars.

RAINBOW ROOM
421 S MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL
A mix between a neighborhood bar and a community center.
Main bar with pool, darts, jukebox. Outdoor Tiki patio
has a full volleyball court and live bands. Beer & Wine.

 

ST. PETERSBURG

GEORGIES ALIBI
3100 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL
One of the most popular gay bars in St. Pete. It’s always
busy! Great VJ’s play Top 40 music. Mondays are Drag
BINGO and Talent contest, Pool tourney Wednesdays, and
the legendary Long Island Iced Tea nights on Thursdays.
Ages 21 and over, never a cover!

FLAMINGO RESORT
4601 34th St. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Florida’s “largest, luxury all gay resort.” Non-stop entertainment,
great menu, and drinks served poolside at the
Cabana. Weekly events and 2-4-1 Happy Hour daily from
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday Happy Hour ($1 off) 11 a.m to
9 p.m.

GEMINI LOUNGE
2315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
Gemini Lounge aims to serve a variety of tastes; music,
karaoke, Internet access, poetry readings and sports on TV.
Oar House Bar & Liquor Store
4807 22nd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Fun, friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can get
great drinks at cheap prices! Drama free! Happy Hour daily
from 2 p.m. til 9 p.m.

HAYMARKET PUB
8308 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
More of a Men’s bar. Showing hot videos, beer specials,
Saturday Underwear Night, and different events each
week.
HIDEAWAY
8302 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
The oldest Womyn’s bar in the country. Where music is
always the main entree! Coldest selection of beer in town.

DETOUR
2612 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
The hottest club in St. Pete. Daily specials, karaoke nights
and gogo boys from Rico’s Men. Noted for it’s Saturday
Drag shows and Karaoke nights. Full liquor bar.

 

MELBOURNE/COCOA

COLD KEG NIGHTCLUB
4060 W New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL
Largest Gay Club in Melbourne Florida and the Premier
Gay Bar & Nightclub in Brevard County.

ULTRA LOUNGE
407 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, FL
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.

 

JACKSONVILLE

THE METRO
2929 Plum St., Jacksonville, FL
The Metro Entertainment Complex has been serving the
GLBT community for 17 years. Features a total of 7 different
venues under one roof to choose from. Lesbo-A-Go-
Go, monthly Tea Dances, special quest performers, female
impersonators and live musicians.

BOOT RACK SALOON
4751 Lenox Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Your Neighborhood Gay Bar – the place for men. Cold beer,
music and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Hot men and
cheap beer… We all know where that leads!

AJ’S BAR & GRILL
10244 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Annie and Janie invite you to stop by and see some old
friends and meet some new ones! Great food, awesome
service, delicious mixed drinks and live entertainment.

PARK PLACE LOUNGE
931 King St., Jacksonville, FL
A fun and comfortable gay bar that’s accommodating to
both gays and non-gays. A great place to watch your favorite
game, or enjoy playing Wii while the liquor flows!

THE NORM
2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
A neighborhood bar. Everyone is welcome, but remember it
is a girls bar! Beer and Wine only.

616 BAR
616 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
A warm and friendly atmosphere with a Patio bar. Karaoke
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays the Jax Bears are
here for happy hour. Fridays and Saturdays enjoy the “Beer
Blast.”

THREE LAYERS CAFE
1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville, FL
The name Three Layers comes from their large variety
of delicious three layer cakes. An inviting loft style cafe
located in Springfield. Enjoy a bistro style lunch or just stop
in for your morning coffee.

BO’S CORAL REEF
201 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
There are great shows Thursday through Sunday with the
best of female impersonators. Pool tables, video games,
and a large outdoor patio. The only gay bar on the beach!

INCAHOOTS
711 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, FL
This club offers good crowds every night. Recently remodeled
with three bars and a friendly staff. Everyday is a different
special. A fun place anytime. Full Liquor bar. Closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays except for special events.

KICKBACKS GASTROPUB
910 King St., Jacksonville, FL
This is a top class venue serving over 600 different bottled
beers, 84 beers on tap, breakfast, lunch and dinner 20hrs a
day 7 days a week!

 

PENSACOLA

THE ROUNDUP
560 E Heinberg St, Pensacola, FL
A neighborhood gay men’s bar… Pensacola’s Cowboy Bar.
Open 2 p.m. til 3 p.m. daily.

CABARET
101 S Jefferson St. #E, Pensacola, FL
Not strictly a gay bar, the charming and friendly Cabaret
is very much a fixture in Pensacola’s GLBT community,
drawing a mixed bunch each evening for happy hour,
karaoke, videos, comedy shows, live music, and all-around
hobnobbing and socializing.

 

KEY WEST

BOURBON STREET PUB
724 Duval St., Key West, FL
Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow
ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay
action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy
dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!”

801 BOURBON BAR
801 Duval St., Key West, FL
Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by
famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and
others. This legendary establishment has been around for
over 30 years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11
a.m. – 8 p.m.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB
711 Duval St., Key West, FL
Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a week,
followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and don’t
miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m. daily.

KWEST
705 Duval St., Key West, FL
Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-along
every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after
10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests
on Fridays.

SALOON ONE
801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar)
This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently
located behind 801 Bourbon Bar.

LA TE DA
1125 Duval St., Key West, FL
An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and
restaurant.

PEARL’S PATIO BAR FOR WOMEN
525 United St., Key West, FL
Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gayfriendly
women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring
drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

BOBBY’S MONKEY BAR
900 Simonton St., Key West, FL
The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy
Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool
tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.

GARDEN OF EDEN
224 Duval St., Key West, FL
A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST
Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat,
or skinny… Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional – gay friendly!

 

WEST PALM BEACH

H G ROOSTERS
823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at
H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds
looking for laughs and fun.

THE LOUNGE
517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL
Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied
by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals.

FORT DIX BAR & CLUB
6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL
Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on
the dark and dingy side, but who knows–that could be a plus.

 

FORT MYERS

OFFICE PUB
3704 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL
Oldest gay bar in South West Florida with a festive
attitude. This bear-friendly Office likes to have fun with
underwear parties, drag shows, Wii bowling! Check out
their country and western music night on Saturdays.

TUBBY’S
4350 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL
Where men come to compete (in tournaments). “Never a
cover… always a smile” Tubby’s is a no-frills video bar with
a total of 10 TVs and two projection screens available for
patrons to use as they wish. Add a six-hour 2-4-1 Happy
Hour during the Wii tournaments on the big screen!

THE BOTTOM LINE
3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL
This gay entertainment complex is one of the longest
running clubs in southwest Florida at over 20 years, The
Bottom Line features 7 bars, pool tables, drag shows and
occasional guest appearances by porno stars.

 

VENICE

TOTI: TAVERN ON THE ISLAND IN VENICE
127 Tampa Ave. East, Venice, FL
This South Beach inspired gay bar, boasts a dance floor
and a game room with pool tables and dart boards. It’s
clean, the music is mixed and the staff are friendly. A
mixed crowd can be found most nights… younger, older
(duh, this is Venice), gay and straight. Did you know that
in the Caribbean, TOTI is slang for a beloved male appendage?
How apropos.

 

GAINESVILLE

SPIKES
4130 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL
It is a laid-back kind of place, with friendly bar staff. The
crowds vary depending on the night. The bar has a nice
open air patio area that is rarely used, but would be nice
if it was.

UNIVERSITY CLUB
18 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL
This is a fairly average small college town gay bar. It is
usually busy and crowded on Thursday nights.

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ALIBI
2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable,
inviting atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor
drinking and dining. Drink specials all week, with
mammoth 22-ounce Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on
Thursdays.

BILL’S FILLING STATION
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour,
live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke
- and great burgers, to boot.
Fun and friendly truck-stop-themed bar.

BOARDWALK
1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world.
Go-go dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy
Hours. Drag emcees and did we mention the Boys?

BOOM
2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
The bar with two names features a dance club and
Gay- borhood bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke
Mondays and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and
Saturdays, and (indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

CORNER PUB
1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors
Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious
clientele and staff. Next to Island City
Pizza (so you can get  your drink AND
your slice on).

CUBBY HOLE
823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd
(and a fun nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool,
2-for-1 drinks all day every day, video games,
hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV. Thursdays it’s Bare
Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and Saturday the
fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their
Grizzlies Grind)!

DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL
2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open
daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food,
daily happy  hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside.
Karaoke and live music.
Open daily at 11:30 a.m.

DUDES
3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale
Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale
atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet
interludes. Steamy shower shows.

JOHNNY’S
1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love
(to ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest
(and karaoke!).

LIPS
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park
The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights
a week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with  the
Sisters of Sequins.

THE MANOR
2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the
Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle.
Theme rooms (salsa and merengue every weekend in the
Latin Quarter!). Live dancing and dining.

MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe.
75  Cent drinks on Wednesdays.
No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood  bar. Karaoke, drag shows,
Patio Bar –  and open at 9 a.m. daily.

MONA’S
502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers,
fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the  Legendary Jerry).
Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke,
Thursday Speedball Tournament.

NAKED GRAPE
2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique – the alternative gathering
place on Wilton Drive. Wine tastings  and events.
Tuesday and Wednesday Late Night In the Biz.

PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale
Friendly neighborhood  interracial bar with drinks specials
every night of the week including, “In
the Biz Mondays” at 9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks
and $3 Cosmos and Apple Marti- nis, “Splash Friday’s”
wet underwear  contest, and Sunday’s pool tournament,
both with a $50 cash prize!

RAMROD
1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first
Saturday of the month – South Florida’s
Busiest, Craziest Monthly Party (with caged hunks at
Midnight  on Saturdays  – is there a downside to this?).

ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors
Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without
making one). Food, folks, libations, and a  killer Sunday Funday.

SCANDALS SALOON
3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors
A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time.
Country and western music, two-steppin’,
three-steppin’, pool tables, and themed events year
‘round. Cowboys and Indians was never this much
fun, Pilgrim.

SIDELINES
2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination
sports bar with TVs streaming  NFL, MLB, NBA
and college games. Pool tables, dart boards and
large indoor (and  now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio
features area for smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women
(who would have thought?).  Featured in Bloomberg
Businessweek and recommended by LOGO.

STABLE
205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line
dance and the cowboys  are VERY friendly.

SMARTY PANTS
2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Cozy
neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and
regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m.
Karaoke Friday and Saturday nights, and with
matinee on Sunday afternoon.

TORPEDO
2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week.
Doors open at Midnight; dance til Dawn.

WHISKEY BLUE
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s the
elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the  luxe Living Room: hot dance and
social settings in a distinctive atmosphere with signature
cocktails and upscale patrons.
Indoor and outdoor lounges.

WILTON’S BIER GARDEN
2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors
German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Upstairs dining, downstairs  outdoor patio and bar, DJ music, and
a fun staff make one of Wilton  Manors’ newest venues a good  time
to be had by all.

MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH

 

CLUB BOI
777 NE 79 St., Miami
With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and
a diverse musical format, including Hip  Hop, R&B, House,
Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School.
Go-go bois and drink specials.

CLUB SUGAR
2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami
Gay Latin scene, with  Salsa, Merengue,  Reggaeton,
Hip-Hop and House music always playing.

DISCOTEKKA
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in
the hot heart of Downtown Miami.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best sound
system in town!  Plenty of safe, secured  parking.
Open 5pm to 5am daily.
Hot male dancers and daily drink specials.

MOVA LOUNGE
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover.
Drink  specials all week  long,  live DJs, high energy music and
a fun crowd getting their dance on  til late.

PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This bar and restaurant  in the heart of South Beach’s Art
Deco District. Mouth-watering  burgers,  boys (and girls!).
Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

SCORE
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln Road.
Tons of events throughout  the year,  including fundraisers for
Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach Gay Pride.

SPACE
34 NE 11th St., Miami
Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Down-
town Miami. Indoor dance floors and  outdoor rooftop bar,
spectacular light show.

TWIST
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never a cover,
always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men.
In SoBe’s Art Deco District.

ORLANDO/CENTRAL FLORIDA

 

HANKS
5026 Edgewater  Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude.  One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer  and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILL
110 W Church St., Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with  Miss Sammy
& Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every  Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

PARLIAMENT HOUSE
410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool  Bar,
Bear/Leather Bar.

NEW PHOENIX
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar.
Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9
p.m. Drag shows every Saturday night.
Home of the $1 Jello shots.

PULSE
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando,  FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers.
Twisted Tues- days with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College
Wednesdays (18+) and 2-4-1 every Friday for  Happy Hour.

SAVOY ORLANDO
1913 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando.
The MEN OF SAVOY Dancers from 6 p.m. til 2 a.m.
every night in the main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

WYLDE’S
3557 S Orange Ave., Orlando,  FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando.
Jukebox, Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

PARADISE ORLANDO
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub.
Patio, Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til
9 p.m. and drink specials every day til 9 p.m.

BAR CODES (Formerly Bear Bar)
4453 Edgewater  Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My!
Beer and Wine. Tends to attract the after work Happy
Hour crowd.

TAMPA BAY

 

2606
2606 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Tampa’s favorite Levi/leather bar has two floors (dimly lit),
with  the upstairs being the more  cruisy. There’s Hog House
shop on-premises, and the 2606 is home to the Tampa Leather Club.
Monday  is Underwear Night, Tuesdays are $1 drinks and
on Wednesdays, Longnecks are just $1.50.

AZALEA LOUNGE
1502 N Florida Ave., Tampa, FL
Exposed brick, cold beverages and friendly staff are the
mainstays of the recently bloomed Florida Avenue flower!
Neighborhood bar, pool tables.

BAXTER’S LOUNGE
1519 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL
Tampa Happy Hour Tradition. Serving up some of the hot-
test dancers Wednesday thru Saturday nights  at 10PM.

FLIRT NIGHTCLUB & SHOWBAR
1909 N 15th St., Tampa, FL (Ybor City)
Get that hometown feeling. Amazing lazer shows, big
headliners and has been around for 6 years.

CITY SIDE
3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay’s “Best  Happy Hour”  til Midnight
every night of the week.

GBAR
1401 E 7th Ave., Tampa (Ybor City), FL
Dance Club & Video Bar. Open Tuesday through  Saturday,
4 p.m. til 3 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $5 after with ID.

VALENTINES NIGHTCLUB
7522 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Voted #1 Nightclub in Tampa. Open 7 days a week 3 p.m. to
3 a.m. Monday, Latin Night, Tuesdays are
Boys Night Out, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night, Thursdays,
No Cover Dance Party, Fridays feature Hot
Go-Go Girls, Saturdays are Latino Night “Uncut”  and
Sundays are Hip Hop Night.

KI KI KI III
1908 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL
One of The Oldest Bars (beer and wine). A plain bar with-
out pretention with its share of young  regulars.

RAINBOW ROOM
421 S MacDill  Ave., Tampa, FL
A mix between a neighborhood bar and a community cen- ter.
Main bar with pool, darts, jukebox.
Outdoor Tiki patio has a full volleyball court and live bands.
Beer & Wine.

ST. PETERSBURG

 

GEORGIES ALIBI
3100 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL
One of the most popular gay bars in St. Pete. It’s always busy!
Great VJ’s play Top 40 music.
Mondays are Drag BINGO and Talent contest, Pool tourney
Wednesdays, and the legendary Long Island
Iced Tea nights on Thursdays. Ages 21 and over, never a cover!

FLAMINGO RESORT
4601 34th St. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Florida’s “largest, luxury all gay resort.” Non-stop enter- tainment,
great menu, and drinks served  poolside at the Cabana.
Weekly events and 2-4-1 Happy Hour daily from
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday Happy Hour ($1 off) 11 a.m to  9 p.m.

GEMINI LOUNGE
2315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
Gemini Lounge aims to serve a variety of tastes; music,
karaoke,  Internet  access, poetry readings
and sports on TV.

OAR HOUSE BAR & LIQUOR STORE
4807 22nd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Fun, friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can get
great drinks at cheap prices! Drama free! Happy Hour daily
from 2 p.m. til 9 p.m.

HAYMARKET PUB
8308 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
More of a Men’s bar. Showing hot videos, beer specials,
Saturday Underwear Night, and different  events each week.

HIDEAWAY
8302 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
The oldest Womyn’s bar in the country. Where music is always the
main entree! Coldest selection of  beer in town.

DETOUR
2612 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
The hottest club in St. Pete. Daily specials, karaoke nights and
gogo boys from Rico’s Men.
Noted  for it’s Saturday Drag shows and Karaoke nights.
Full liquor bar.

MELBOURNE/COCOA

 

COLD KEG NIGHTCLUB
4060 W New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL
Largest Gay Club in Melbourne Florida and the Premier
Gay Bar & Nightclub in Brevard County.

ULTRA LOUNGE
407 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, FL
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.

JACKSONVILLE

 

THE METRO
2929 Plum St., Jacksonville, FL
The Metro Entertainment Complex has been serving the
GLBT community for 17 years. Features a total of 7 different
venues under one roof to choose from. Lesbo-A-Go-
Go, monthly Tea Dances, special quest performers, female
impersonators and live musicians.

BOOT RACK SALOON
4751 Lenox Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Your Neighborhood Gay Bar – the place for men. Cold beer,
music and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Hot men and
cheap beer… We all know where that leads!

AJ’S BAR & GRILL
10244 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Annie and Janie invite you to stop by and see some old
friends and meet some new ones! Great food, awesome
service, delicious mixed drinks and live entertainment.

PARK PLACE LOUNGE
931 King St., Jacksonville, FL
A fun and comfortable gay bar that’s accommodating to
both gays and non-gays. A great place to watch your favorite
game, or enjoy playing Wii while the liquor flows!

THE NORM
2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
A neighborhood bar. Everyone is welcome, but remember it
is a girls bar! Beer and Wine only.

616 BAR
616 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
A warm and friendly atmosphere with a Patio bar. Karaoke
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays the Jax Bears are
here for happy hour. Fridays and Saturdays enjoy the “Beer
Blast.”

THREE LAYERS CAFE
1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville, FL
The name Three Layers comes from their large variety
of delicious three layer cakes. An inviting loft style cafe
located in Springfield. Enjoy a bistro style lunch or just stop
in for your morning coffee.

BO’S CORAL REEF
201 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
There are great shows Thursday through Sunday with the
best of female impersonators. Pool tables, video games,
and a large outdoor patio. The only gay bar on the beach!

INCAHOOTS
711 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, FL
This club offers good crowds every night. Recently remodeled
with three bars and a friendly staff. Everyday is a different
special. A fun place anytime. Full Liquor bar. Closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays except for special events.

KICKBACKS GASTROPUB
910 King St., Jacksonville, FL
This is a top class venue serving over 600 different bottled
beers, 84 beers on tap, breakfast, lunch and dinner 20hrs a
day 7 days a week!

PENSACOLA

 

THE ROUNDUP
560 E Heinberg St, Pensacola, FL
A neighborhood gay men’s bar… Pensacola’s Cowboy Bar.
Open 2 p.m. til 3 p.m. daily.

CABARET
101 S Jefferson St. #E, Pensacola, FL
Not strictly a gay bar, the charming and friendly Cabaret
is very much a fixture in Pensacola’s GLBT community,
drawing a mixed bunch each evening for happy hour,
karaoke, videos, comedy shows, live music, and all-around
hobnobbing and socializing.

KEY WEST

 

BOURBON STREET PUB
724 Duval St., Key West, FL
Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow
ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay
action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy
dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!”

801 BOURBON BAR
801 Duval St., Key West, FL
Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by
famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and
others. This legendary establishment has been around for
over 30 years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11
a.m. – 8 p.m.

AQUA NIGHTCLUB
711 Duval St., Key West, FL
Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a week,
followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and don’t
miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m. daily.

KWEST
705 Duval St., Key West, FL
Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-along
every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after
10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests
on Fridays.

SALOON ONE
801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar)
This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently
located behind 801 Bourbon Bar.

LA TE DA
1125 Duval St., Key West, FL
An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and
restaurant.

PEARL’S PATIO BAR FOR WOMEN
525 United St., Key West, FL
Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gayfriendly
women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring
drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

BOBBY’S MONKEY BAR
900 Simonton St., Key West, FL
The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy
Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool
tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.

GARDEN OF EDEN
224 Duval St., Key West, FL
A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST
Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat,
or skinny… Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional – gay friendly!

WEST PALM BEACH
H G Roosters
823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at
H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds
looking for laughs and fun.

THE LOUNGE
517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL
Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied
by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals.

FORT DIX BAR & CLUB
6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL
Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar is a bit on
the dark and dingy side, but who knows–that could be a plus.

FORT MYERS

 

OFFICE PUB
3704 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL
Oldest gay bar in South West Florida with a festive
attitude. This bear-friendly Office likes to have fun with
underwear parties, drag shows, Wii bowling! Check out
their country and western music night on Saturdays.

TUBBY’S
4350 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL
Where men come to compete (in tournaments). “Never a
cover… always a smile” Tubby’s is a no-frills video bar with
a total of 10 TVs and two projection screens available for
patrons to use as they wish. Add a six-hour 2-4-1 Happy
Hour during the Wii tournaments on the big screen!

THE BOTTOM LINE
3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL
This gay entertainment complex is one of the longest
running clubs in southwest Florida at over 20 years, The
Bottom Line features 7 bars, pool tables, drag shows and
occasional guest appearances by porno stars.

TOTI: Tavern on the Island in Venice
127 Tampa Ave. East, Venice, FL
This South Beach inspired gay bar, boasts a dance floor
and a game room with pool tables and dart boards. It’s
clean, the music is mixed and the staff are friendly. A
mixed crowd can be found most nights… younger, older
(duh, this is Venice), gay and straight. Did you know that
in the Caribbean, TOTI is slang for a beloved male appendage?
How apropos.

GAINESVILLE

 

SPIKES
4130 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL
It is a laid-back kind of place, with friendly bar staff. The
crowds vary depending on the night. The bar has a nice
open air patio area that is rarely used, but would be nice
if it was.

UNIVERSITY CLUB
18 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL
This is a fairly average small college town gay bar. It is
usually busy and crowded on Thursday nights.

 

The Florida Agenda wants you to
have fun while you are out with
your friends and family,
but remember:

DRINK RESPONSIBLY…
DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

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Happy Hour Special Feature: FORGET YOUR TROUBLES, C’MON GET HAPPY http://floridaagenda.com/2012/03/08/happy-hour-special-feature-forget%e2%80%88your%e2%80%88troubles-c%e2%80%99mon-get%e2%80%88happy/ http://floridaagenda.com/2012/03/08/happy-hour-special-feature-forget%e2%80%88your%e2%80%88troubles-c%e2%80%99mon-get%e2%80%88happy/#comments Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:28:04 +0000 FAdmin http://floridaagenda.com/?p=12787 By Cliff Dunn

Don’t tell the tourists: South Florida locals already know that some nights are busier than others (well, duh!). The same cannot be said of Miami-Dade and Broward’s gay Happywilton manors gay bars Hours, where friends and familiar faces blend with the out-of-town set to form a perfect blend of post-work and pre-night-out. To accommodate the multiple “crowds” (Baby Boomers and Gen X’ers, as well as Rat Packers and Brat Packers) that descend their watering holes, from South Beach to North Andrews Avenue, local saloonkeepers and restaurateurs have set up a clock-work timetable to keep the most budget-conscious, driest boy or girl well-lubricated (in Happy Hour libations, at any rate).

Our tour of Happy Hours starts in Broward’s Gayborhood, Wilton Manors.  At Tropics (2000 Wilton Drive), Happy Hour starts at 4 p.m. and runs through 9 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drinks are two-for-the-price-of-one (hereinafter, 2-4-1), which—in keeping with Gayborhood tradition–involves paying for a round all at once, and getting a chip for  your second drink. In this case, that chip can be used at any time, even during the wee small hours when drinks are full pop.

Across the way is Sidelines Sports Bar (2031-A Wilton Drive), “where sports come first” and where Happy Hour runs daily—for the first time!—from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with half-price drinks (the other popular Gayborhood-variation on the split-level-drink-price), followed by a back-half Happy Hour from Midnight-to-close, also with (according to their Web site) half-price libations. (Rumor on the Drive has it that a few kind words about FSU gets you in good with the effervescent publicans.)

Just a few doors down is the southwestern-themed Rodeo Restaurant and Bar (2033 Wilton Drive), with a select Happy Hour specials menu: 50% off bottles of wine, Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.; half-price martinis on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Thursday Ladies Nights, with half-price well drinks, beer, and wine glasses.

One of the Drive’s most recent offerings is Pinché Taqueria (2045 Wilton Drive), a NYC-by-way-of-Tijuana-transplant, offering great outdoor atmosphere and a daily 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Happy Hour with $4 well drinks, $5 Pinché margaritas, and $20 margarita pitchers, as well as half-priced appetizers from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Fans of the hip ambience and charming environs of the Naked Grape Wine Bar (2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors) followed owners and partners Caleb ben-Avram and Tim Slivinski when they relocated from just down the Drive, and both new and regular patrons enjoy their daily “Social Hour” from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with $5 glasses of house wine, and $5 bar bites. On Thursdays, get social with an expanded 5-to-close Social Hour, including $5 house wine glasses and bar bites, and the wine bar’s for-pets-and-their-human-companions  “Yappy Hour,” hosted by Naked Grape’s Brett and his canine companion, Penny, and featuring a menu of ‘Tapas for Pets,’ courtesy of Lola’s Healthy Pet Café in Wilton Manors. As Caleb and Tim like to remind friends and guests, Naked Grape is “pet-friendly for friendly pets.” Bring yours, and enjoy a round or two together.

The perennial (and perennially-busy) Bill’s Filling Station (2209 Wilton Drive), includes Happy Hour of half-off drink prices from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday, with an additional half-price “Bear Necessities” Happy Hour on Friday nights from Midnight to close.

Another new Drive-arrival is Wilton’s Bier Garden (2245 Wilton Drive), with a continental flair and a new full-liquor bar, and a Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Happy Hour including 2-4-1 domestic draft beer, 2-4-1 well drinks, and 2-4-1 Coastal Vines house wine selections.

Just down (or is it up?) the Drive, is The Manor Restaurant and Nightclub complex (2345 Wilton Drive), which is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but open for biz the rest of the week, with Happy Hour Wednesday through Friday from open ‘til 9 p.m., 2-4-1 drinks and $5 tapas (and  what tapas!).

Did somebody say Rosie’s Bar & Grill (2249 Wilton Drive)?  A Gayborhood fave for years rolls out its Happy Hour Mondays through Fridays from 11
a.m. to 7 p.m. with half-priced premium well, beer, and house wines and $1 off all other cocktails (excluding  premium wines).

Matty’s on the Drive (2426 Wilton Drive) has a new New York deli, and a 2-4-1 Happy Hour that runs Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., and a drink chip that’s good through 10 p.m.! (Is there a downside to this?)

What could we possibly say about Georgie’s Alibi (2266 Wilton Drive) that hasn’t been said before? The heritage Manors bar (open since 1997) runs its popular 2-4-1 Happy Hour Monday through Friday, with great food, friends, and faces (same as it ever was).

Boom (2232 Wilton Drive) has a friendly, all-day vibe, with half-priced drink Happy Hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., as well as $7 premium  martinis all day long.

On the south side of the Gayborhood, where Wilton Drive turns into NE 4th Ave., you will find Fort Lauderdale’s oldest gay bar under the same ownership, Ramrod (1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale), a leather, Levis, and uniform bar with hot men and a 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily 2-4-1 Happy Hour (weekends included!). Voted the Number One Leather Bar in the World, Ramrod also hosts a Thursday “Bear Happy Hour” hosted by the Leather Scene Daddy Chad Bush.

Mona’s Cocktail Lounge (and its adjoining Lisa’s Backyard, 502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale) has been a favorite of locals since the first drink was served in 1997. Happy Hour is celebrated seven days a week from noon till 9 p.m., with $2.50 domestic beers and well drinks, and  $1.25 drafts.

Just around the corner, at PJ’s Corner Pocket (924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale), you will find a Monday through Friday Happy Hour with $1 off every drink, as well as an everyday five 7 oz. Bud Lights for $5 special.

Nestled between gay-friendly Victoria Park, Wilton Manors, and Downtown Fort Lauderdale on US 1, you’ll find the Cubby Hole (823 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale), the “Best Little Butch Bar” in town, with a Levis-and-and leather vibe, serves up Happy Hour—and this should be easy to remember—with 2-4-1 drinks all day every day.
The scenic route that loops north around US 1winds its way to The Depot Cabana Bar and Grill (2935 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale), with a neighborly, poolside Happy Hour that features half-price drinks, Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. til 8 p.m.

South Florida’s “busiest neighborhood bar,” Smarty Pants (3038 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale) has locals and visitors starting early, in Times Square Plaza, has Happy Hour seven days a week, starting at 9 a.m. and continuing through 8 p.m., with daily specials and discounts off their low drink prices.

Still on the east side of Greater Fort Lauderdale, nestled between the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway (thank you, hunky Army Corps of Engineers!) and the sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Dudes on the Beach (3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale), the “home of Fort Lauderdale’s best happy hour,” features a seven day a week 2-4-1 special from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.—just in time for some of SoFla’s hottest dancers!

For those men making their way towards I-95 and points westward, The Stable Country Western Bar (205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale) sits right at the gateway to the Gayborhood, with a friendly LGBT attitude without all the attitude, and a Happy Hour that spans Monday through Thursday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, noon through 9 p.m., with at least $1 their regular prices on libations.

Scandals Saloon (3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors) has a happening Levis, leather, and Country flair, and a Happy Hour at the main bar that runs Monday through Saturday from noon to 9 p.m., with $1-to-$2 drink special discounts, depending on what beverages you’re enjoying. Don’t forget to tie off your horse and mosey in for their all-day Happy Hour on Sundays, pard’ner.

The friendly regulars at the Corner Pub (1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors) always have a smile on their faces for a newcomer, and there’s a full menu from the next-door and adjacent Island City Pizza. Catch their seven-day Happy Hour, that soldiers on from 11 a.m. til 9:30 p.m., with $1.75 domestic drafts, $2.50 domestic bottles, $2.75 imports, $2.50 well drinks, $2.75 calls, $3 premiums, and $4.75 Jaeger shots.

Monkey Business (2740 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors), the bar that never seems to close its doors has an 8 a.m. kickoff to its Happy Hour, which runs through 9 p.m., seven days, with drinks specials that average about $1-$1.50 off per mixed drink or brew.

The world-famous Boardwalk (1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale) is introducing its new 5-Star Signature Dancer Series, and invites you to sample its seven day Happy Hour, from  4 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily, with 2-4-1 mixed drinks and brew, and eye  candy to soothe (or stimulate) the savage breast.

At the busy juncture of Downtown Fort Lauderdale and I-95, Johnny’s Club, Bar, and Lounge (1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale) has more than 60 sexy dancers, and a weeklong Happy Hour that runs seven days, Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., with varying drink specials depending  the day, and discounted drinks  starting at $4.

Never one to be left out of the fun, Miami-Dade County has its own share of the Happy Hour excitement. There’s never a shortage of people to watch (and cruise) from the patio of Score (727 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach). It’s a great break from the two-story disco where Happy Hour runs 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Saturday. The drinks are strong, priced two-for-one.

Johnny’s Miami (62 NE 14th St., Miami) serves up $5 drinks all night, Wednesday through Sundays, right along with 30 hot dancers performing on stage. The baby cousin to Johnny’s Fort Lauderdale, the Miami location makes muscle your newest accessory as dancers hang on your every word.

Drag envy blushes to perfection at Palace Bar & Grill (1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach), across from the gay beach, rain or shine. Though every night’s a party where the fun never ends, check out Friday’s Happy Hour from 5-9 p.m. where drink specials make it all the more fun.  Or dress in drag on Monday nights and demand your due: $4 Absolut drinks.

Miami’s piano bar, Magnum Lounge (709 NE 79th Street, Miami), puts a smile on Happy Hour 5 p.m.-8 p.m. with $4 margaritas and drink specials every night of the week. You’ll be in the mood to sing along.

Twist (1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach) is the granddaddy of all South Beach clubs, and rewards its regulars and tourists alike with 2-for-1 drink specials Friday through Wednesday, 1 p.m.-9 p.m. and all day Thursday. Eat and be merry with a free barbeque on Fridays and Sundays, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

MOVA Lounge (1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach), a distant cousin of the famed Washington, D.C. MOVA, spreads its drinks specials in shotgun fashion. Show up on Thursdays and expect $4 Miller Lites and $6 Finlandia Vodka. Friday Happy Hour runs 6 p.m.-9 p.m. with half-priced cocktails. On Saturday, Grey Goose is bargain priced at $9. And look for half-priced drinks all night long on Karaoke Mondays, just to keep you in the mood.

Club Sugar (2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami) brings noche latina to sizzling Miami, and adds $5 well drinks and $4 domestic beer to keep you very Happy, Friday-Sunday, 10:30 p.m. til closing. Muy caliente.

For those up late needing a special night on the town, look no further than Discotekka (950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami). This hot club with hot bartenders and super hot music gives the best deals of the week on Sunday nights with “Drag’s a Bitch.” Look for $3 Bud Lights and $5 well drinks, and a drag show at midnight hosted by Daisy Deadpetals.

Vlada Lounge (3215 NE 2nd Ave., Miami) has a bar that ices over to keep your drinks freezer fresh. That comes in particularly handy during the daily Happy Hour two-for-one specials, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Included in the bargain: the club’s 17 special organic infused vodkas.

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Winter Party Festival P R E V I E W The Hottest Winter in the World is Expected to Reach a Boiling Point… http://floridaagenda.com/2012/03/01/winter-party-festival-p-r-e-v-i-e-w-the-hottest-winter-in-the-world-is-expected-to-reach-a-boiling-point/ http://floridaagenda.com/2012/03/01/winter-party-festival-p-r-e-v-i-e-w-the-hottest-winter-in-the-world-is-expected-to-reach-a-boiling-point/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:13:08 +0000 FAdmin http://floridaagenda.com/?p=12617 MIAMI BEACH — South Florida is preparing itself for an invasion by the most fun-loving army ever to storm a beach. Approximately 10,000 guests from the corners of the globe will pack their Speedos and cocktail party best as Winter Party Festival 2012, descends upon Miami Beach, Wednesday, Feb. 29 through Monday, March 5, with more than 20 pulse-raising events, including nine dance parties with worldclass DJs and entertainment. Beyond the dance parties, Winter Party Festival features shopping, art and culture, a jazz brunch and cocktail receptions, all dedicated to fundraising for local and national
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality efforts.

For 2012, the can’t-be-missed Beach Party will feature legendary DJ Joe Gauthreaux spinning on the sand along famed Ocean Drive. Additional highlights of this year’s Winter Party Festival include the Under One Sun Pool Party and Boiling Point, a Sunday night dance party at the legendary Cameo nightclub with entertainment by Gay Village, Italy’s largest award-winning public event.

The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), produces the annual Winter Party Festival to raise fund for building a political power base, taking positive action, and creating meaningful change for the LGBT community. A majority of the net proceeds generated from Winter Party Festival go to work in South Florida through grants administered by The Miami Foundation, while the remainder supports the Task Force’s efforts nationally. Since assuming responsibility for the events in 2004, the NGLTF has provided nearly $1.2 million from proceeds of Winter Party Festival and the Miami Recognition Dinner to LGBT organizations in South Florida.

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFFICIAL WELCOME CENTER:
Doubletree Surfcomber Hotel,
1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach.
In addition to picking up tickets
and passes, the Welcome Center
offers displays, information and swag
from WPF’ 12 partners and LGBTfriendly
businesses.

Hours:

Wednesday, February 29
5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Thursday, March 1
Noon – 10 p.m.
Friday, March 2
Noon – 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 3
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 4
tickets and passes can
be picked up at the Beach
Party entrance from:
Noon – 4 p.m.

The official Winter Party schedule of events is as follows:

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29

SPARK!
Surfcomber Hotel,
1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
The Task Force and the Surfcomber
Hotel will greet Winter Party guests
at the newly renovated Surfcomber
for this Welcome Reception for the
entire community. Free.
SPARK! After Party
Lords South Beach Hotel,
1120 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
10:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.
Opening day excitement continues at
the Lords Hotel, voted the “hottest
gay resort in Miami.” Free.

THURSDAY, MARCH 1
Haven-ly Happy Hour Haven,
1237 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Haven’s mixologists will shake up
special, Winter Party-themed
libations for this hotter-than-hot
happy hour. Or try one of their
signature liquid nitrogen cocktails as
you enjoy a tasting of Haven’s
signature specialty sushi rolls and
scrumptious sliders. No cover.

ArtScape:

A Women’s Winter Party Event
Miami Beach Botanical Garden,
2000 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach
7 p.m. – 11 p.m.

The opening event of Women’s
Winter Party will be held at the
recently renovated Miami Beach
Botanical Garden. This urban greenspace
in the heart of South Beach is
the backdrop for an evening under
the stars featuring a women’s art
exhibition and auction, live acoustic
set by Cat  Shell and the sounds of
local DJ Run Sevim Run. Admission
includes open bar for selected
cocktails and wine and hors
d’oeuvres. Ticket Price (Advance):
$25; (Day of): $30.

“Nurse Jackie Presents”
Score,
727 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Syringe shots? We’re in. And
“playing doctor” was never as much
fun as Winter Party’s largest sponsor,
Showtime Networks, which Ignites
this pre-party complete with
nurses who can fix what ails ya.
Complimentary cocktails, hot
dancers and fabulous surprises round
out this prescription for fun. Free.
Ignite
Score,
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
10 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Spinning at the first dance party of
the week: Italy’s superhot DJ Phil
Romano, with an opening set by DJ
Willy G. Ticket Price (Advance): $20;
(Day of): $25.

FRIDAY, MARCH 2
Hell & Heaven at the Pool Surfcomber Hotel,
1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Winter Party Festival brings a taste of
Brazil’s hottest circuit event, Hell &
Heaven, to South Beach. DJ Guga
Rahner returns to the DJ booth at
the event he helped launch last year,
joined by fellow H&H resident
DJ Rafael Calvente. Ticket Price
(Advance): $15; (Day of):
$20. Surfcomber guests receive
free admission.

Passport to Lincoln Road Noon to midnight
Rosa Mexicano Restaurant,
1111 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Babalu,
1111 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Macy’s, 1675 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach
8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Kiehl’s Since 1851,
832 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

Enjoy the scenery, people watching
and shops of Lincoln Road while
supporting the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force. Participating
stores will offer one-day discounts to
Winter Party guests and will provide
complimentary beverages. A
percentage of the proceeds from
the evening benefit Winter Party
Festival. Free.

Pa’Ella:

A Women’s Winter Party Event The Stage,
170 NE 38th St., Miami 10 p.m. – 4 a.m.

Feel the heat at one of Miami’s
coolest live music venues for a special
performance by Jesse, Angie &
Nicolle of The Chirino Sisters and
their band. DJ GiGi will also spin a
musical mix of classic salsa &
merengue, sexy reggaeton and pulsating
Latin house. The Women’s
Winter Party signature Latin event is
co-produced by Icandee Events and
sponsored in part by Tampico. Ticket
Price (Advance): $12; (Day of): $15.

MATINÉE: Mercury Rising Space Terrace,
34 NE 11th St., Miami
10 p.m. – Dawn

VIP Upgrades will be available at
the door for $39

After an electrifying debut at last
year’s Festival, Circuit giant MATINÉE
returns to the Winter Party line-up
for another mind-blowing event. DJ
Javier Medina will be joined by DJ
Hector Fonseca, with an opening set
by DJ Billy Lace, for an unforgettable
night of music and over-the-top
production. VIP includes open Grey
Goose bar from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.,
express entry and Private VIP area.

Ticket Price (Advance): $75 / $99 VIP;
(Day of): $85 / $139 VIP.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3
Under One Sun Pool Party Surfcomber Hotel, 1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
Noon – 6 p.m. The Showtime Networks original
series The Borgias presents Brazil’s
Felipe Lira and Masterbeat maestro
Brett Henrichsen for a sizzling afternoon.
Guests staying at the
Surfcomber will receive two complimentary
admissions per room.

Ticket Price (Advance): $45 / $80 VIP; (Day
of): $50 / $100 VIP.

VIP Cocktail Reception
Dream South Beach,
1111 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
From the dramatic rooftop of his
new hotel, mingle and enjoy an elegant
evening of complimentary cocktails
and hors d’oeuvres with VIPs,
special guests, Winter Party sponsors
and Task Force representatives while
gazing at South Beach below. Ticket
Price (Advance): $85; (Day of): $100.

Sweat – A Leather Event
Bill’s Filling Station,
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
9 p.m. – 3 a.m.

Winter Party Festival’s leatherthemed
event promises a night of
hot and sweaty fun with DJ Herbie
James. Ticket Price (Advance): $10;
(Day of): $15.

Industry: A Women’s Winter Party Event Trio on the Bay,
1601 79th St. Cswy., Miami Beach
10 p.m. – 4 a.m.

The dancing continues at the annual
Industry party, co-produced by
Pandora Events, and featuring the
sounds of DJ Whitney Day from New
York City. With her passion for funky
and soulful dance, Hip-Hop, house
and electro-pop music, Whitney is a
staple in the NYC LGBTQ nightlife
scene. Check your inhibitions at the
door and come play with hundreds
of women. Ticket Price (Advance):
$15; (Day of): $20.

Flare Ice Palace Film Studios West,
(formerly Karu & Y),
59 NW 14th St., Miami
10 p.m. – Dawn

The unstoppable DJ team of ROSABEL,
now GRAMMY-nominated
for their hit remix of Rihanna’s Only
Girl (in the World), return to
Winter Party to set Saturday night
on fire at the fantastic Ice Palace
Studios. Opening the night: Italy’s
DJ Danny Verde, one of the
hottest DJ/Producers in the world
today, makes his Winter Party debut.
Ticket Price (Advance): $65;
(Day of): $85.

SUNDAY, MARCH 4

Sunday Brunch: A Women’s
Winter Party Event

The Tudor House,
1111 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Relax, mix and mingle on South
Beach for a fab soirée featuring
Sunday Brunch favorites plus a
choice of two bloody Marys or
mimosas. And don’t be surprised if
you feel the need to tap into your
inner Brazilian and sway to the tantalizing
Bossa Nova sounds of Monica
Da Silva. Ticket Price (Advance): $40;
(Day of): $45.

Palace Winter Party Brunchic Palace Food Bar,
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Noon – 3 p.m.

Grab a mimosa and fasten your
seatbelts for the always over-the-top
performances by Noel Leon and the
Palace’s resident drag queens.
$31.95 price-fixe brunch menu.

Winter Party Beach Party
Lummus Park,
Miami Beach
Noon – 6 p.m.

The Hottest Winter in the World
lands on the Beach at Winter Party
Festival’s award-winning main event,
the Winter Party Beach Party. Join
more than 5,000 Winter Party guests
as DJ Joe Gauthreaux takes guests on
a six–hour journey in one of the most
beautiful settings on earth. VIPs
enjoy a premium open bar all afternoon,
or for the ultimate VIP experience,
the Beach Party Cabana Club
adds access to an ultra-exclusive elevated
deck overlooking the dance
floor. Cabana Club members also
enjoy complimentary bag check,
snacks and an air-conditioned restroom
trailer. Ticket Price (Advance):
$80 / $130 VIP / $275 Cabana Club;
(Day of): $100 / $160 VIP / $375
Cabana Club.

Women’s T-Dance:

A Women’s Winter Party Event
Lords South Beach Hotel,
1120 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
After Brunch, stroll across the street
and keep the party going at Winter
Party Festival’s Women’s T-Dance.
Free.

Super Nova T-Dance
Palace Food Bar,
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
4 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Nobody does a T-Dance like the
Palace. Come as you are. Come
from the Beach Party. Featuring DJ
Paulie in the Main Room and DJs
Oliver and Jalil Z on the stage. You
might just bump into Latrice Royale
from “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

Boiling Point:

Rome Is Burning
Cameo,
1445 Washington Ave.,
Miami Beach
10 p.m. – 5 a.m.

Break out the gladiator gear as
Winter Party partners with Italy’s Gay
Village to transform Winter Party’s
Sunday night home, Cameo
Nightclub, into Ancient Rome. Gay
Village is THE Summer event in
Rome, with a weekly turnout of more
than 10,000 guests each night from
all over Europe (and the world). Hot
Italian dancers in gladiator garb
flown in just for this event. In addition
to the spectacle of sights, DJ
Alyson Calagna will join Gay Village
resident DJ Giangi Cappai for this
special night of ancient Roman revelry,
sponsored by Grindr. Ticket Price
(Advance): $65; (Day of): $85.

MONDAY, MARCH 5

Afterglow
Mekka Miami,
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
5 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Continue the party from dawn until
dusk at Winter Party Festival’s final
dance event. Afterglow will shine
with the sexy tribal beats of DJ Paulo
and joining him for the first half of
the event is Montreal DJ Alain
Jackinsky, making his U.S. debut.
Ticket Price (Advance): $50; (Day of):
$70.

For tickets, passes or more information, visit:WinterParty.com

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ALIBI
2266 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Gayborhood tradition since 1997. Comfortable, inviting
atmosphere with indoor video bars, outdoor drinking and
dining. Drink specials all week, with mammoth 22-ounce
Long Island Iced Teas for $3 on Thursdays.

BILL’S FILLING STATION
2209 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Videos, pool tables, dart boards, dance floor, happy hour,
live shows, Tuesday and Thursday karaoke – and great
burgers, to boot. Fun and friendly truck-stop-themed bar.

BOARDWALK
1721 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Over 100 of the sexiest men from all over the world. Go-go
dancers, cages, billiards, 2-4-1 Happy Hours. Drag emcees
and did we mention the Boys?

BOOM
2232 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
The bar with two names features a dance club and Gayborhood
bar. Drag Bingo on Mondays, karaoke Mondays
and Tuesdays, dance music Fridays and Saturdays, and
(indoor) Sunday T-Dance.

CORNER PUB
1915 N Andrews Ave., Wilton Manors
Friendly atmosphere, unpretentious clientele and staff.
Next to Island City Pizza (so you can get your drink AND
your slice on).

CUBBY HOLE
823 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Butch bar and grill with a rockin’ daytime crowd (and a fun
nighttime one, too). Fifty cent pool, 2-for-1 drinks all day
every day, video games, hot movies on HDTV and DirecTV.
Thursdays it’s Bare Bear Chest Night, and every Friday and
Saturday the fur flies with Hot Bears on Poles (where their
Grizzlies Grind)!

DEPOT CABANA BAR AND GRILL
2935 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
Adjacent to the America’s Best Inn and Suites. Pool open
daily – No Cover or Day Pass. Great food, daily happy
hour, Sunday afternoon T-Dance Poolside. Karaoke and live
music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m.

DUDES
3270 NE 33rd St., Fort Lauderdale
Men dancing for men. Hot go-go boys in an upscale
atmosphere, piano lounge for more quiet interludes.
Steamy shower shows.

JOHNNY’S
1116 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Club, bar, lounge. Male dancers and the men who love (to
ogle) them. Sunday amateur strip contest (and karaoke!).

LIPS
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park
The Ultimate in Drag Dining. Dinner and shows six nights a
week. Sunday Gospel Brunch with the Sisters of Sequins.

THE MANOR
2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
WeHo vibe (think: LA’s The Abbey) in the heart of the
Gayborhood. Dine, drink, dance, play, mingle. Theme rooms
(salsa and merengue every weekend in the Latin Quarter!).
Live dancing and dining.

MATTY’S ON THE DRIVE
2426 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Drink specials, billiards, and a chill gayborhood vibe. 75
Cent drinks on Wednesdays. No Drama, No Smoking.

MONKEY BUSINESS
2740 N Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar. Karaoke, drag shows, Patio Bar –
and open at 9 a.m. daily.

MONA’S
502 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Searstown. Fun customers,
fun bartenders and fun proprietor (the Legendary Jerry).
Outside patio. Wednesday karaoke, Thursday Speedball
Tournament.

NAKED GRAPE
2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Relaxing, friendly, hip, unique – the alternative gathering
place on Wilton Drive. Wine tastings and events. Tuesday
and Wednesday Late Night In the Biz.

PJ’S CORNER POCKET
924 N Flagler Dr., Fort Lauderdale
Friendly neighborhood interracial bar with drinks specials
every night of the week including, “In the Biz Mondays” at
9 p.m. with 2-4-1 drinks and $3 Cosmos and Apple Martinis,
“Splash Friday’s” wet underwear contest, and Sunday’s
pool tournament, both with a $50 cash prize!

RAMROD
1508 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Voted World’s Favorite Leather Bar. Pig Dance first
Saturday of the month – South Florida’s Busiest, Craziest
Monthly Party (with caged hunks at Midnight on Saturdays
– is there a downside to this?).

ROSIE’S BAR & GRILL
2449 Wilton Dr., Wilton Manors
Nexus of the A-Gay List. Be Seen in the Scene (without
making one). Food, folks, libations, and a killer Sunday
Funday.

SCANDALS SALOON
3073 NE 6th Ave., Wilton Manors
A line-dancin’, tight blue jeans-wearin’ good time. Country
and western music, two-steppin’, three-steppin’, pool
tables, and themed events year ‘round. Cowboys and
Indians was never this much fun, Pilgrim.

SIDELINES
2031 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
Where Sports come first. Nationally known destination
sports bar with TVs streaming NFL, MLB, NBA and college
games. Pool tables, dart boards and large indoor (and
now smoke-free) facility. Outdoor patio features area for
smokers. Mixed crowd of gay men and women (who would
have thought?). Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek and
recommended by LOGO.

STABLE
205 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Levis-and-leather neighborhood bar, where the bears line
dance and the cowboys are VERY friendly.

SMARTY PANTS
2400 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Cozy neighborhood bar with daily happy hour, and
regular patrons. Show night Thursdays at 9 p.m. Karaoke
Friday and Saturday nights, and with matinee on Sunday
afternoon.

TORPEDO
2829 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Dance, shoot pool, drink til 4 a.m., 7 nights a week. Doors
open at Midnight; dance til Dawn.

WHISKEY BLUE
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
In the W Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach, downstairs it’s
the elegant Whiskey Blue, upstairs the luxe Living Room:
hot dance and social settings in a distinctive atmosphere
with signature cocktails and upscale patrons. Indoor and
outdoor lounges.

WILTON’S BIER GARDEN
2245 Wilton DriveWilton Manors
German cuisine meets Der Gayborhood, in a fun, relaxed
atmosphere. Upstairs dining, downstairs outdoor patio and
bar, DJ music, and a fun staff make one of Wilton Manors’
newest venues a good time to be had by all.

MIAMI/MIAMI BEACH

CLUB BOI
777 NE 79 St., Miami
With an urban vibe on the weekends, a diverse crowd and
a diverse musical format, including Hip Hop, R&B, House,
Reggae, Soca, Latin and Old School. Go-go bois and drink
specials.

CLUB SUGAR
2301 SW 32nd Ave., Miami
Gay Latin scene, with Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Hip
Hop and House music always playing.

DISCOTEKKA
950 NE 2nd Ave., Miami
Hot music, hot scene, hot bartenders, and hot patrons in
the hot heart of Downtown Miami.

MOVA LOUNGE
1625 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach
On Miami Beach’s famed Lincoln Road, never a cover.
Drink specials all week long, live DJs, high energy music
and a fun crowd getting their dance on til late.

PALACE BAR
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This bar and restaurant in the heart of South Beach’s Art
Deco District. Mouth-watering burgers, boys (and girls!).
Weekend cabaret shows Thursday through Sunday.

SCORE
727 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach
Dance, drink, party all night on Miami Beach’s Lincoln
Road. Tons of events throughout the year, including
fundraisers for Winter Party, White Party, and Miami Beach
Gay Pride.

SPACE
34 NE 11th St., Miami
Mingle and mix with gays and str8s in the heart of Downtown
Miami. Indoor dance floors and outdoor rooftop bar,
spectacular light show.

TWIST
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Great music, friendly staff, hot tourists and locals. Never
a cover, always a groove. Bungalow Bar = Hot Men. In
SoBe’s Art Deco District.

JOHNNY’S MIAMI
62 NE 14th Street, Downtown Miami
Club, bar and lounge. Johnny’s Miami boasts the best
sound system in town! Plenty of safe, secured parking.
Open 5pm to 5am daily. Hot male dancers and daily drink
specials.

ORLANDO/CENTRAL FLORIDA

HANKS
5026 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly local bar with a cruisy attitude. One of Orlando’s
oldest and friendliest Gay bars. Beer and Wine. Pool Tables,
Video Games and a Large Patio area.

Hamburger Mary’s Bar & Grill
110 W Church St., Orlando, FL
Eat, Drink & Be Mary! Tuesday BINGO with Miss Sammy
& Carol Lee, Wednesday Trivia with Doug Bouser and Leigh
Shannon’s Cabaret Dinner Show is every Saturday, 7:30
p.m.

Parliament House
410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
All gay entertainment complex with 130 newly-remodeled
hotel rooms. Cruisy Hotel, Nightclub, Pool Bar, Bear/Leather
Bar.
New Phoenix
7124 Aloma Ave., Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s ONLY Gay & Lesbian Bar. Been There Forever!
Karaoke every Tuesday and Friday at 9 p.m. Drag shows
every Saturday night. Home of the $1 Jello shots.

Pulse
1912 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Orlando’s Premier Gay Bar & Nightclub with Ultra Lounge,
Jewel Box Dance Floor, and Adonis Dancers. Twisted Tuesdays
with $10 All-U-Can Drink, College Wednesdays (18+)
and 2-4-1 every Friday for Happy Hour.

Savoy Orlando
1913 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
“The hottest” gay bar and nightclub in Orlando. The MEN
OF SAVOY Dancers from 6 p.m. til 2 a.m. every night in the
main bar! Video Bar, Pool Tables.

Wylde’s
3557 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL
Neighborhood bar South of Downtown Orlando. Jukebox,
Video Games, Pool Tables and Dancers.

Paradise Orlando
1300 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL
Orlando’s casual Gay & Lesbian bar and nightclub. Patio,
Tiki Bar and Pool Tables. Happy Hour 4 til 9 p.m. and drink
specials every day til 9 p.m.

Bar Codes (Formerly Bear Bar)
4453 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL
Friendly Bar, Real Men and Bears… Oh My! Beer and Wine.
Tends to attract the after work Happy Hour crowd.

TAMPA BAY

2606
2606 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Tampa’s favorite Levi/leather bar has two floors (dimly lit),
with the upstairs being the more cruisy. There’s Hog House
shop on-premises, and the 2606 is home to the Tampa
Leather Club. Monday is Underwear Night, Tuesdays are $1
drinks and on Wednesdays, Longnecks are just $1.50.

Azalea Lounge
1502 N Florida Ave., Tampa, FL
Exposed brick, cold beverages and friendly staff are the
mainstays of the recently bloomed Florida Avenue flower!
Neighborhood bar, pool tables.

Baxter’s Lounge
1519 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL
Tampa Happy Hour Tradition. Serving up some of the hottest
dancers Wednesday thru Saturday nights at 10PM.

Flirt Nightclub & Showbar
1909 N 15th St., Tampa, FL (Ybor City)
Get that hometown feeling. Amazing lazer shows, big
headliners and has been around for 6 years.

City Side
3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Tampa Bay’s “Best Happy Hour” til Midnight every night
of the week.
GBar
1401 E 7th Ave., Tampa (Ybor City), FL
Dance Club & Video Bar. Open Tuesday through Saturday,
4 p.m. til 3 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $5 after with ID.
Valentines Nightclub
7522 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL
Voted #1 Nightclub in Tampa. Open 7 days a week 3 p.m.
to 3 a.m. Monday, Latin Night, Tuesdays are Boys Night
Out, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night, Thursdays, No Cover
Dance Party, Fridays feature Hot Go-Go Girls, Saturdays are
Latino Night “Uncut” and Sundays are Hip Hop Night.
Ki Ki Ki III
1908 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL
One of The Oldest Bars (beer and wine). A plain bar without
pretention with its share of young regulars.

Rainbow Room
421 S MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL
A mix between a neighborhood bar and a community center.
Main bar with pool, darts, jukebox. Outdoor Tiki patio
has a full volleyball court and live bands. Beer & Wine.

ST. PETERSBURG

Georgies Alibi
3100 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, FL
One of the most popular gay bars in St. Pete. It’s always
busy! Great VJ’s play Top 40 music. Mondays are Drag
BINGO and Talent contest, Pool tourney Wednesdays, and
the legendary Long Island Iced Tea nights on Thursdays.
Ages 21 and over, never a cover!

Flamingo Resort
4601 34th St. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Florida’s “largest, luxury all gay resort.” Non-stop entertainment,
great menu, and drinks served poolside at the
Cabana. Weekly events and 2-4-1 Happy Hour daily from
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday Happy Hour ($1 off) 11 a.m to
9 p.m.

Gemini Lounge
2315 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
Gemini Lounge aims to serve a variety of tastes; music,
karaoke, Internet access, poetry readings and sports on TV.

Oar House Bar & Liquor Store
4807 22nd Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL
Fun, friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can get
great drinks at cheap prices! Drama free! Happy Hour daily
from 2 p.m. til 9 p.m.

Haymarket Pub
8308 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
More of a Men’s bar. Showing hot videos, beer specials,
Saturday Underwear Night, and different events each
week.

Hideaway
8302 4th St. North, St. Petersburg, FL
The oldest Womyn’s bar in the country. Where music is
always the main entree! Coldest selection of beer in town.

Detour
2612 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL
The hottest club in St. Pete. Daily specials, karaoke nights
and gogo boys from Rico’s Men. Noted for it’s Saturday
Drag shows and Karaoke nights. Full liquor bar.

MELBOURNE/COCOA

Cold Keg NightClub
4060 W New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL
Largest Gay Club in Melbourne Florida and the Premier
Gay Bar & Nightclub in Brevard County.

Ultra Lounge
407 Brevard Ave., Cocoa, FL
Nestled in Cocoa Village, this bar has a full coffee bar,
serving espresso, lattes, cappuccinos as well as draft beers
& wine.

JACKSONVILLE

The Metro
2929 Plum St., Jacksonville, FL
The Metro Entertainment Complex has been serving the
GLBT community for 17 years. Features a total of 7 different
venues under one roof to choose from. Lesbo-A-Go-
Go, monthly Tea Dances, special quest performers, female
impersonators and live musicians.

Boot Rack Saloon
4751 Lenox Ave., Jacksonville, FL
Your Neighborhood Gay Bar – the place for men. Cold beer,
music and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Hot men and
cheap beer… We all know where that leads!

AJ’s Bar & Grill
10244 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
Annie and Janie invite you to stop by and see some old
friends and meet some new ones! Great food, awesome
service, delicious mixed drinks and live entertainment.

Park Place Lounge
931 King St., Jacksonville, FL
A fun and comfortable gay bar that’s accommodating to
both gays and non-gays. A great place to watch your favorite
game, or enjoy playing Wii while the liquor flows!

The Norm
2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL
A neighborhood bar. Everyone is welcome, but remember it
is a girls bar! Beer and Wine only.

616 Bar
616 Park St., Jacksonville, FL
A warm and friendly atmosphere with a Patio bar. Karaoke
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Thursdays the Jax Bears are
here for happy hour. Fridays and Saturdays enjoy the “Beer
Blast.”

Three Layers Cafe
1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville, FL
The name Three Layers comes from their large variety
of delicious three layer cakes. An inviting loft style cafe
located in Springfield. Enjoy a bistro style lunch or just stop
in for your morning coffee.

Bo’s Coral Reef
201 5th Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach, FL
There are great shows Thursday through Sunday with the
best of female impersonators. Pool tables, video games,
and a large outdoor patio. The only gay bar on the beach!

Incahoots
711 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, FL
This club offers good crowds every night. Recently remodeled
with three bars and a friendly staff. Everyday is a different
special. A fun place anytime. Full Liquor bar. Closed
on Mondays and Tuesdays except for special events.

Kickbacks Gastropub
910 King St., Jacksonville, FL
This is a top class venue serving over 600 different bottled
beers, 84 beers on tap, breakfast, lunch and dinner 20hrs a
day 7 days a week!

PENSACOLA

The Roundup
560 E Heinberg St, Pensacola, FL
A neighborhood gay men’s bar… Pensacola’s Cowboy Bar.
Open 2 p.m. til 3 p.m. daily.

Cabaret
101 S Jefferson St. #E, Pensacola, FL
Not strictly a gay bar, the charming and friendly Cabaret
is very much a fixture in Pensacola’s GLBT community,
drawing a mixed bunch each evening for happy hour,
karaoke, videos, comedy shows, live music, and all-around
hobnobbing and socializing.

KEY WEST

Bourbon Street Pub
724 Duval St., Key West, FL
Opened in October of 1995 and has continued to grow
ever since, it is now part of the larger collection of gay
action in The Bourbon St. Pub Complex. Hot Go-Go boy
dancers and a busy crowd. “Where the boys are!”

801 Bourbon Bar
801 Duval St., Key West, FL
Cabaret shows upstairs with nightly performances by
famed performers Sushi, Kylie, RV Beaumont, Margo, and
others. This legendary establishment has been around for
over 30 years, and host Happy Hour specials daily from 11
a.m. – 8 p.m.

Aqua Nightclub
711 Duval St., Key West, FL
Aqua features the “Reality is a Drag” show six days a
week, followed by dancing. Monday is karaoke night and
don’t miss the great happy hour specials from 3 to 8 p.m.
daily.

KWest
705 Duval St., Key West, FL
Daily Happy Hour from 3 to 8 p.m., and a piano sing-along
every Wednesday night. Men dancing for men after
10 p.m. Weekly drink specials and “Wet Jockey” contests
on Fridays.

Saloon One
801 Duval St., Key West, FL (Behind 801 Bar)
This is the only gay leather bar in Key West. Conveniently
located behind 801 Bourbon Bar.

La Te Da
1125 Duval St., Key West, FL
An upscale hotel complex with 3 bars, cabaret and
restaurant.

Pearl’s Patio Bar for Women
525 United St., Key West, FL
Tropical themed women’s bar for gay women and gayfriendly
women alike. Patio bar with a full bar featuring
drinks like “Cosmopearlitans” and “Pearl’s Passion”.

Bobby’s Monkey Bar
900 Simonton St., Key West, FL
The gay Cheers style neighborhood bar of Key West. Happy
Hour from Noon to 7pm, Karaoke on Sunday nights, pool
tournaments on Tuesday nights at 7pm. Free Wi-Fi access.
Garden of Eden
224 Duval St., Key West, FL
A Rooftop Bar with the BEST VIEWS in the city & “BEST
Long Island Ice Teas made by Melinda!” Gay, straight, fat,
or skinny… Doesn’t matter! Clothing optional – gay friendly!

WEST PALM BEACH

H G Roosters
823 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Dark bar that attracts a fun party crowd. Camp is in at
H.G.’s, where drag shows and bingo nights pack in crowds
looking for laughs and fun.

The Lounge
517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL
Sushi, tropical views and tasty cocktails are accompanied
by acclaimed resident DJ Daisy DeadPetals.

Fort Dix Bar & Club
6205 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach, FL
Mostly local crowd looking to mingle and relax. The bar
is a bit on the dark and dingy side, but who knows–that
could be a plus.

FORT MYERS

Office Pub
3704 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL
Oldest gay bar in South West Florida with a festive
attitude. This bear-friendly Office likes to have fun with
underwear parties, drag shows, Wii bowling! Check out
their country and western music night on Saturdays.

Tubby’s
4350 Fowler St., Fort Myers, FL
Where men come to compete (in tournaments). “Never a
cover… always a smile” Tubby’s is a no-frills video bar with
a total of 10 TVs and two projection screens available for
patrons to use as they wish. Add a six-hour 2-4-1 Happy
Hour during the Wii tournaments on the big screen!

The Bottom Line
3090 Evans Ave., Fort Myers, FL
This gay entertainment complex is one of the longest
running clubs in southwest Florida at over 20 years, The
Bottom Line features 7 bars, pool tables, drag shows and
occasional guest appearances by porno stars.

VENICE

TOTI: Tavern on the Island in Venice
127 Tampa Ave. East, Venice, FL
This South Beach inspired gay bar, boasts a dance floor
and a game room with pool tables and dart boards. It’s
clean, the music is mixed and the staff are friendly. A
mixed crowd can be found most nights… younger, older
(duh, this is Venice), gay and straight. Did you know that
in the Caribbean, TOTI is slang for a beloved male appendage?
How apropos.

GAINESVILLE

Spikes
4130 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL
It is a laid-back kind of place, with friendly bar staff. The
crowds vary depending on the night. The bar has a nice
open air patio area that is rarely used, but would be nice
if it was.

University Club
18 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL
This is a fairly average small college town gay bar. It is
usually busy and crowded on Thursday nights.
The Florida Agenda wants you to
have fun while you are out with
your friends and family,
but remember:

DRINK RESPONSIBLY…
DON’T DRINK & DRIVE!

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