Gay Bars in Philadelphia

Cha Cha Cha!

El Vez is a fine restaurant, but the bar is the real draw for the Philly scene. Bright and colorful, the bartenders...

Market East · 121 S 13th St, Philadelphia

• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight

Four level leather/Levi's bar

Dance your socks off on the 3rd floor, watch a game in the 2nd floor sports bar, cruise on the first floor or feed...

Washington Square West · 206 Quince St, Philadelphia

• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• dancing
• go-go boys
• leather
• pool table
• video
• sports
• bears
• cruising
• $$
• live entertainment
• themed
• travelers
• nightclub
• locals
• lively

Not your average cocktail menu

Rosewood has come up with some interesting cocktails on the menu and most of which have a little twist on the...

Washington Square West · 1302 Walnut St, Philadelphia

• dancing
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$

Mixed crowd dive attracts a fun college crowd

Atlantis is a dive bar with soul and cheap drinks. They've got a laid-back vibe with pool tables, a cocktail bar, and...

2442 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia

• pool table
• mixed gay/straight
• dive

No-frills bar and restaurant

The menu at Franky's is not extensive, but it's all very tasty. It's a bit like a dive bar and is a really good place...

Washington Square West · 1320 Chancellor St, Philadelphia

• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• drag
• mixed gay/straight
• $$
• live entertainment
• comedy club
• cabaret

Dark and mysterious cocktail lounge

You'll immediately feel like you should be wearing a boa and elbow-length gloves while sipping on an elegant...

Logan Square · 218 S 16th St, Philadelphia

• 30+
• 40+
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• romantic
• upscale
• luxe

Dance all night long

This hipster club has a mixed crowd on most nights and often features popular gay DJs. Karaoke is fully of cheesy fun,...

Northern Liberties · 951 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia

• dancing
• karaoke
• mixed LGBTQ+
• mixed gay/straight
• dive

Marsha’s

Female-centric sports bar

As Philly's first women's sports bar, Marsha's is a trailblazer in town. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere while...

Nominated for Best of GayCities 2025 - Best Women's Bar

South Street · 430 South St, Philadelphia

• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• sports
• mixed LGBTQ+
• after work
• $$
• casual
• locals

Friendly faces everywhere you look

Featuring decor that blends traditional pub flair with funky art and trinkets, this charming corner pub is welcoming...

Market East · 102 S 13th St, Philadelphia

• 30+
• 40+
• mixed LGBTQ+
• after work
• pub
• $$
• casual
• locals

Books and booze!

This semi-secret social spot offers a warm and unique atmosphere to enjoy a stunning cocktail and dazzling...

Washington Square West · 1342 Cypress St, Philadelphia

• trans-friendly
• 20+
• 30+
• mixed LGBTQ+
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• $$
• casual
• LGBTQ+ owned
• quiet
• locals
• lively
• romantic
• upscale