Bay Area Gay Bars

A Castro neighborhood levi/leather bar that's home to locals and tourists alike. You're sure to have a great time at the 440! Weekly Specials include: Tuesdays:... More about 440 Castro

This gay bar is a Santa Clara institution. There are music and activities almost nightly and DJs spin a decent dance mix starting at 9pm.

Get ready for the HOTTEST and COOLEST new happy hour in the city!!! The Bar on Church (BOC) is kicking off it's new happy hour beer bust that will be... More about Bar on Church (BOC)

Located on Market Street between Van Ness and the Castro.   Great Food. Large draft and bottled beer selection. Two rooms. Two pool tables. Party... More about Buck Tavern

A 20-year Downtown San Jose institution, this large Vietnamese nightclub (upstairs) features live Viet performers and DJ dance music on Tuesdays, Fridays... More about Club Lido

Fantastic play space centrally located in the Civic Center Plaza. Beautifully restored art deco bar and facade. 3 floors of fun. Game room with pool... More about Deco Lounge

A neighborhood bar with a Bay Area-wide clientele who enjoy being in a culturally, racially and sexually mixed environment to have a good time and find... More about El Rio

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Known for its welcoming, clubby atmosphere, Hunters... More about Hunters

Kimo's has been a main staple in the gay bar scene in Lower Polk for about two decades. The bar now days attracts a mixed crowd and during the weekends,... More about Kimo's

A cozy, friendly neighborhood bar. Lots of smiling faces and conversation make it an "Irish Pub" type of atmosphere. Eclectic, mixed clientele. A wonderful... More about Last Call Bar

Upscale, unpretentious neighborhood bar in the heart of the Castro. Second story bar has ceiling to floor glass windows and a one-of-a-kind wrap around... More about LookOut

A small intimate bar that serves up a wide selection of wine and beer. There's a pool table in the back adorned with Christmas lights where one can spend... More about Marlenas

There are probably more risqué interpretations of the name 'Midnight Sun,' but for the more discreet barfly, it ostensibly refers to the large... More about Midnight Sun