Paul Kushner
I can’t even guess how many bars there are in all of NYC, and there are plenty of amazing gay bars. If you are in Hell’s Kitchen, you have many options for where to go. There are chill bars, bars with fun brunches and drag shows, and bars where you can let loose on the dance floor. No matter what kind of vibe you are looking for or who you are going with, I have some great options for gay bars in the neighborhood. Check out my list of the best gay bars in Hell’s Kitchen below.
Rise Bar
859 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Phone: (646) 892-3313
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Rise Bar is one of my go-to places for fun places to get drinks in the neighborhood, and they are just across from Balsley Park. It’s one of the more standard gay bars, but they have a lot of fun events like drag shows and karaoke. I love coming here with friends, on a date, or on my own to meet new people.
Flaming Saddles Saloon
793 9th Avenue, between, 52nd W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 713-0481
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Flaming Saddles is a fun country and western-themed bar on 9th and 53rd where you can dance and drink the night away. They have a great happy hour in the afternoons from Monday to Friday and late at night on Sunday. The happy hours are one of my favorite places to meet new people.
Boxers HK
735 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 951-1518
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Another amazing gay bar in Hell’s Kitchen is Boxers HK. They have other locations, but I love this location’s chill but fun vibe. They have a lounge, a terrace, and three bars where you can get a delicious drink. There are also brunches on weekends, and I highly recommend the drag brunches.
9th Avenue Saloon
656 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036
Phone: (212) 307-1503
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If you are looking for where to get a drink in HK but want something lowkey, the 9th Ave Saloon is a good option. They stay open late seven days a week and open mid afternoon, so you can always come here for a fun but less rowdy time.
The Spot
599 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036
Phone: (917) 675-7403
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I love The Spot because they have a great variety of cocktails, my favorite being the Cold Brew Martini. It is literally one of my go-to spots, and they are open just in time for one of the best drag brunch shows I have ever seen.
DBL
667 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036
Phone: (646) 756-5230
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DBL is in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, and it is a gorgeous bar where you can grab a drink in the darker, romantic inside bar. Or, get a drink on the patio and enjoy the fresh air during those unbeatable NYC summers. They also have some great drink specials to enjoy.
VERS — gay bar NYC
714 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Phone: (917) 300-8834
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VERS, on the corner of 9th Avenue and 49th St., is another one of the fun places to go out that I highly recommend. I like VERS because they have food options. You can also enjoy some unique cocktails and the events. Don’t miss the happy house from 5 to 7 PM daily.
Julius’
159 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 243-1928
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Julius’ is considered the city’s oldest gay bar, so you must come here at least once. There are a lot of regulars here, and you can become one too! You can get food here, like burgers.
Uncle Charlie’s Piano Lounge
139 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017
Phone: (646) 476-9532
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Uncle Charlie’s Piano Lounge is SO FUN, and everyone will love the piano music here. There is also an outdoor terrace that you cannot miss out on in the summer. There is also a separate indoor bar away from the piano music if you want somewhere to chill and talk with a date or friends.
Big Apple Ranch
320 W 37th St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10018
Phone: (917) 974-3401
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Another one of the fun places to go out in Hell’s Kitchen is the Big Apple Ranch on 37th. They are a gay bar, but all your straight and other identifying friends will love it here too. They are known for their big dance parties, which take place on Saturday nights, and are country-western style. Yeehaw!
The Toolbox Bar
1742 2nd Ave store, New York, NY 10128
Phone: (212) 348-1288
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Last but not least is another one of the late-night bars in the neighborhood: The Toolbox Bar. They are the bar to go to if you want to meet some chill people in the neighborhood and are looking for a place to make your spot.
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