TOP BARS

New York

The city that never sleeps brings us its top 3 queer bars to spend magical nights. It doesn't matter if it snows or shines, in New York it's always the time to go out for cocktails, watch drag shows or enjoy retro music playing from a juke box.


CUBBY HOLE | @cubbyhole 

Located in the West Village in Manhattan, Cubby Hole is one of the only surviving lesbian bars in the city, and therefore one of the busiest. Considered a gem for its decoration (especially on the ceiling) it is a multigenerational place that is home to queers of all colors. Cool, right?


HARDWARE  BAR | @hardwarebarnyc 

Located in the emblematic Hell's Kitchen, Hardware Bar brings you Happy Hour from 2 to 8pm, shows and parties every night. Also, they are open every day of the week! There, some of the best DJs in New York play and Drag Queens, both local and invited. What are you waiting for?


RACUDA LOUNGE | @barracudaloungenyc

An acclaimed bar in New York since 1995. At that time, stars like Eartha Kitt or Nathan Lane walked around and Broadway celebrities took the stage and sang a cappella. Hosted by drag queen Sherry Vine and actress Candis Cayne, welcoming and full of music!

Budapest

Despite not having much of the European queer scene, Budapest is not far behind and brings us today these jewels to better enjoy the city, so now you know: if you are about to travel to Budapest or know someone who will be going soon, share this post! Let's go?


ALTERGO GAY CLUB | @alteregobudapest 

Alterego Gay Club has remained one of the best known and most popular gay entertainment epicenters in Budapest for 16 years. That's how it is! Every Friday and Saturday night at midnight, they receive their guests with a special show and not only that: karaoke, shows, a disco with four bars and two dance floors. A bomb, right? A true must!

POLYGON | @polygon_theclub 

Cocktails, djs and drag shows. We don't need more! Located in Pest, Polygon is known for not turning the music down until late. If you check her account, you'll see that it looks like a catwalk of drags and colorful cocktails. We love them, Polygon!

WHY NOT BUDAPEST | @whynotbudapest 

Is that place to scream after that night of partying, since as its bio says, it is 'where you feel at home'. The best thing about Why Not is that it is the yin to yang of the other two bars: lgtbiq+ friendly and petfriendly bar and café. The bar is ideal for various conferences, small concerts, movie nights and other events. You will find this cozy spot at the foot of the Liberty Bridge.


Buenos Aires

Maybe you are planing a trip to Latam, or you live there but still not sure which are the best places to go: we bring you some of the top options:

PEUTEO | @peuteopalermosoho

Or how they call themselves "El Templo" ('The Temple' in spanish), is an icon place in the heart of the Palermo neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Peuteo is the most open, fun and heterofriendly that you will find in Buenos Aires.

FELIZA | @felizarcoiris

Welcome to Feliza, a social and cultural LGBTI+ club located on the amazing Av. Córdoba of Buenos Aires. Not only is a safe space for all of us, but also their Instagram account will make you smile with all their queer memes they have! They are in spanish, but is never to late to learn, right?

MARICAFE | @maricafeok
We LOVE Maricafe, it is ideal to have breakfast or brunch… to be honest, is amazing for any time of the day. Have you ever dream to be able to have brunch, lunch, dinner or a cocktail on the same place? OK, dreams come true in Buenos Aires ;)  

Madrid

Wanna go out in Madrid, rainbow mood but don't know where? Do you have friends that would need this info? This are the 5 bars LGTBIQ+ you need! Ready?

LA KAMA BAR | @lakamabar

‘Copas, música y hombres guapos’, eso dice en la bio de La Kama Bar. ¿Directo, verdad? ¡Como nos gusta! Un lugar lleno de vida ubicado en el barrio de Chueca, en el corazón de Madrid. ¡Hombres gays, es un must-go-to!

LL BAR

¿Do you like cocktails, drag shows & cool Dj's? Welcome to this bar that has been giving us amazing, fun nights for over 27 years! ‘Seas como seas, somos tu bar’ ("No matter who you are, we are your bar"), they confirmed on their website, so now you all know we are all invited 😉 .

HOT | @hotbarchueca

Located on the queer neighborhood of Chueca, Hot is an iconic 25 years old bar.  The nightlife in Hot is full of live, with great dj's, lots of drinks and fun. Great tip: Sundays is the best day to go! 

Barcelona

Hey, here you have the best 5 bars that you can't miss  if you want a night full of color and glitter in Barcelona:

ARENA | @grupoarena
Located in the heart of Eixample, its star bar Punto is the ideal place to go for a drink with friends of all colours to have fun, and... once inside, who knows, meet other queer people and have a f*cking good time.

EL CANGREJO | @el_cangrejo_eixample
A place where you can be you, and you can have the best night of your life. 

At the crab you can enjoy and live a drag show while you have your favourite drink. And yes, who's to say, will you be the next one to practice your TikTok choreo in this bar? Please, if you do, let us know, we want to see you 😉.

BAR LESBIAN

STOP bars for gay men only! Bar Lesbian is the place to go for a drink with your baby without feeling excluded by the stares loaded with bad energy. Stop saying that there is no such paradise and go to discover Bar Lesbian.

plata_cocktail_bar_barcelona (discreet pub)

Here there is something for everyone. Whether you're not that much of an ambience person, or if you are... Plata Bar is the right place for the shy ones, as it makes you feel comfortable and safe when it's time to go out and share with your crush or your friends, .

MARICÓN BAR | 

Are you one of those who, when you go out for a drink without much expectation, end up at 2am looking for a place to party? Welcome to mariconbar, the place where you can have a drink to the rhythm of a hit. Want to grab a bite to eat? No problem, the accessible and fast menu is not to be missed. 🤤

London

At ComingOut? we do not know about labels or fronteers. We are worldwide. Here you have the top 5 bars that you must visit in London:

THE RETRO BAR | @the_retro_bar

Have you ever thought you will find a new dj every Friday, party every Wednesday and BINGO every Sundays, all at the same bar? Yeah, and it’s queer! The Retro Bar is the bar you must visit if you go to London, no matter which day it is! 

THE GLORY LONDON | @thegloryldn

If we are talking about queer places, The Glory London is recommended by TimeOutLondon as the best queer bar in town. 

Would you like to see a queer show while having you favorite cocktail? Welcome to The Glory London.

SHE SOHO BAR | @shesohobar

She Soho Bar is THE place for queer women and non binary people. You know what, is also the perfect place for that friend that needs to be a bit more open minded… so, do them a favor and take them to She Soho Bar

ZODIAC BAR | @zodiacbarlondon

Cabaret and drag live shows every Friday & Saturday, this bar is known for having an equal participation of all genders among its attendees, Zodiac bar is a must-see experience if you happen to be in London this weekend.

THE YARD SOHO |  @theyardsoho 

The yard stands out for its cool location, but also because you can find live music, food and the best cocktails. Great place for anyone on the Community that wants to have real fun!

Paris

Oh là là là, Paris is not only for heteronormality, no. Believe us, the Oh là là paris of the queernes sounds much better. Ready to know the top 3 bars in the city of love? Let's go!

BEAR BAR EL HOMBRE | @bearbarelhombreparis 

Is one of those gay bars you can't miss. Located in Le Marais district just a few blocks from the bridge that connects to the Sinte-Chapelle. El Hombre will be waiting for you with karaoke, tapas and happy hour, everything we love!

LA MUTINERIE |  @lamutinerieparis 

Is just a few blocks away, you can't say no! La Mutinerie is a queerfeminist bar and venue by and for girls, lesbians, bies, queers and/or trans and has everything: concerts, conferences, DJ sessions, association offices, performances, writing workshops, dragshows, screenings, advocacy classes, karaoke, open stages...in short! Not to be missed.

LES SOUFFLEURS |  @lessouffleurs_ 

Within the same neighbourhood (you get the idea) is Les Souffleurs, an alternative, queer and inclusive bar located in the heart of Pairs. Not only does it have happy hour, a vintage look and two floors to surround yourself with queers, Les Souffleurs offers DJ sets all night long. Oui, oui, we'll be there!

Sao Paulo

What were you waiting for Friday to save this post? We know how necessary this spot is in our community so we hope you receive it with the affection that gave birth to its creation. Queernes in Sao Paulo, we're coming for you! 

ABC BAILA  |  @abcbailaoficial 

If you like to party and disco balls with queer projections, then ABC Baila is for you. Let loose on the ABC dancefloor with your favourite cocktail, leave the rest to them 😈

SAMPA 227  |  @sampa.227 

Located on the grandiloquent Rua Augusta, this cocktail bar ensures you a night of a lot of fun and good vibes. Pool table, pop decoration and a dance floor are the basis of this place. Are you going to miss it? 😎

CASA FLUIDA  |  @casafluida 

A neon bar, warm atmosphere, drag shows, rainbow cocktails and music events. It doesn't have to be carnival to have a great night out and Casa Fluida knows it 😎