Gay clubs in miami near me

Despite Miami's rep for being one of the most gay-friendly cities in America okay, we've got nothing on San Francisco, but we're near gayer than, say, Tuscaloosafinding a good gay bar here can sometimes be a complicated dance. There are, of course, the usual haunts. The ones that have been around for decades, that everyone knows even all our straight friends.

Places like Twist on South Beach with a reputation for being a prime party spot for men who love men. But if you're just visiting, or even if you just came out and want to finally check out a few LGBTQ-friendly spots, it can be difficult, especially if you're searching for something a bit That's why 10Best has scoured its resources for info on all the best miami for the queer men and ladies and enbys who just want to go out and get a drink with other folks with whom they might have more in common.

Gay bars for men are definitely gay to find than lesbian bars sadly there are only occasional events dedicated for women-who-love-women but ladies nights at welcoming spots like Blackbird Ordinary suffice for nowbut whatever your flavor, we've got something here for you. Photo courtesy of Basement Miami.

It's a dance club. It's a bowling alley. It's a skating rink. It's a bar. It's Basement, and it's one of Miami's hottest places for a night of total debauchery and pure fun. Located inside the Edition Hotel in Mid-Beach, Basement is the literal basement of this posh, beachfront hotel. It's a popular spot for the 's who's who, attracting the likes of celebs think Drake and Wilmer Valderrama among others.

World-class DJs are frequently found here as well hello, Questlove! As if all that weren't enough, the place is beautiful and perfect for a night of Instagramming. In short, it doesn't really get much better or more Miami in town than spending a night in the sea-level city's only real Basement.

Priscilla's expert tip: Check the calendar for events there's literally something going on here every night. You just might get to see an amazing club by a guest DJ or rub elbows with a celeb. Now in its 34th year, the Palace is the first and only gay restaurant and bar on Ocean Drive.

The best gay clubs and bars in Miami for a night out with the boys

Located at Ocean Drive in the heart of the Art Deco District, Palace has entertained countless men and women for decades. Palace's legacy of infamous weekend drag shows, Sunday "Brunchic," luscious libations and mouth-watering burgers prevails today. Whether gay, lesbian, bisexual, transsexual or straight, Palace is the place to be on South Beach.

Priscilla's expert tip: Too busy for drag on the weekend? Check out their new brunch on Mondays from noon to 2pm! What was once one of South Beach's hottest gay clubs for over 20 years is no more. At least, not in the way it used to be.