Gay clubs in st louis missouri

Gregory Kompes, author of the Queer Planet series, lauded St. Louis in his book 50 Fabulous Gay-Friendly Places to Live, touting the city’s socially laissez faire attitude, cultural attractions, and diverse dining establishments. The Gateway City also hosts numerous gay bars and clubs, primarily centered around its Manchester Ave gayborhood. Here are a few of our favorites to help you place the “gay” in Gayteway City.

Keyper’s Piano Bar

For those looking for a chill night, slide into this mellow lounge, sip a stiff martini, and love the tunes with friends.

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Just John Club

Formerly known as Freddie’s, this sleek bar is your finest bet for cruising the local scene. So glam up, head over to one of their many theme nights, and catch a live performance while eyeing the hotties in the audience.

Rehab Bar and Grill

The ironically named Rehab Bar is a lighthearted cocktail lounge known for its irreverent v

           At Rehab Bar & Grill, we believe in one thing above all: everyone belongs. Whether you’re here to dance until last call, sip cocktails on the patio, chuckle with friends, or cheer on an unforgettable drag show &#; this is your space to enable loose and be yourself.

           We keep the drinks flowing, the music going, and the atmosphere light . No judgment, no pressure, and definitely no room for bad attitudes. Just a safe, inclusive space where good times and great people come together, night after night.

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The Project is aware of the following LGBT bars/clubs that have served the St. Louis community over the years. Please assist us with edits and additional information. A special thanks to Connie Duncan and James Hawkins for their research assistance. Pictured: The Glory Hole Bar on Olive late s.

Project Inventory:

  • Club, N. 9th
  • Absolutli Goosed, S. Grand Ave.
  • Acropolis
  • Act 4 Coffeehouse
  • Afformation
  • Al’s
  • The Alley, 17th St.
  • Alibi’s, Arsenal
  • Amazon Lounge
  • Amends
  • AMP, Manchester Ave.
  • ANGLES, Chouteau Ave.
  • Arabian, California and Magnolia
  • Attitudes, Manchester Ave.
  • Baccus, 8 S. Sarah
  • The Back Bar, Park and Mississippi
  • The Back Door, St. Charles Rock Road
  • Bad Dog Saloon, 17 S. Vandeventer, Ave.
  • Bad Pup Bar and Grill, Chouteau Ave.
  • Bar: PM*, S. Broadway
  • Bar (Siam) , Manchester Ave.
  • Bastille*, Russell Blvd.
  • Betty’s, Shenandoah
  • Big Moe's, Tower Grove
  • Bijou, McPherson and Boyle
  • Billy's Tavern, Easton Ave.
  • Blake’s, S. Broadway
  • Blanche’s, 33 N. Sarah
  • Bomber's Hideaway, Chouteau Ave.
  • Bootsie, Winkie and Maude’s, Tucker
  • Bottom of the Pot, Euc

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