Visit The Best Miami Gay Bars

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Sunny Miami is famous for its gorgeous beaches, vibrant art scene, bustling nightlife, and fabulous gay and lesbian clubs. It has a wealth of hotspots where you can enjoy drinks, enjoy live music, or dance ‘til the wee hours. But which Miami gay bars should you visit after hitting the beach?

We made a guide to the best gay bars in Miami and why we think they’re fantastic places to mingle with the LGBTQ community. Add these places to your bucket list for a gay night out!

Must-Visit Gay Bars In Miami, Florida

Looking for a place to dance the stress away or enjoy happy hour specials? Take your pick from these ten incredible gay clubs in Miami.

Palace Bar & Restaurant

1052 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Palace proudly claims to be Miami Beach’s number-one drag bar, and it’s earned the title for good reason! For over three decades, the Palace has been the favorite hotspot of hot gay guys and fierce drag queens alike. Drag shows are held here seven days a week, with drag brunches on the weekends.

This Miami gay bar draws early crowds because of its happy hour specials and delicious food, so make sure to grab dinner and cheap drinks here before going out to party. The Black & Blue Burger, Quesadiva, and Chicken Zingers are just some of the most popular items with partygoers.

Bar Gaythering

1409 Lincoln Rd F1, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Found within Hotel Gaythering, Bar Gaythering is known for its dancing and happy hour specials. It has other attractions that laidback visitors will appreciate: board games and a lounge area.

Stop by on Bingo Thursday or Pictionary Tuesday, order a few drinks, and enjoy a chill afternoon within its eclectic interiors. It also hosts weekly karaoke nights and themed days, such as Boogie Blast Saturdays and Sunday Fundays. And don’t forget to check out the spa and sauna, where you can pamper yourself after a night of partying!

R House Wynwood

2727 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127

Found within the bustling Wynwood District, R House initially opened in 2014 as a restaurant and art gallery. Now, this funky spot is one of the best gay bars in Miami.

The drag brunches here draw hundreds of people, as some of the best performers in the city put on an incredible show. This award-winning eatery is also known for its menu, featuring comfort food favorites and tasty takes on Cuban dishes.

Yas Queen Fridays star some of Miami’s most vivacious drag queens. We personally recommend stopping by on Escandalo Saturday Nights to catch the live salsa band and R House’s Latin twist on drag. Make reservations early though, as this place gets packed every weekend.

Nathan’s Video Bar

1216 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Nathan’s Video Bar is one of the newer spots on this list, but it’s quickly becoming a favorite spot for LGBTQ locals and tourists alike. The dancing area may be narrow, but the disco ball-strewn atmosphere and good music can’t help but put you in a dancing mood!

There’s always a fun event happening at this nostalgic video-themed bar, such as Wednesday Sing-Alongs and Latin Night. If you feel like chilling instead, grab one of the drink specials, relax on the welcoming plush chairs and watch the classic TV shows playing on the screens.

Hot tip: Ask one of the friendly bartenders for a recommendation from the creative drinks menu.

Twist

1057 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Twist is one of the most popular gay bars in South Beach, Miami for a reason. Its status as one of the longest-running South Beach gay bars has made it a neighborhood institution. Apart from its regular rotation of DJs offering fresh new music on the decks, it also regularly holds themed drag show nights.

Twist doesn’t have a cover charge, staying true to its motto of “never a cover, always a groove”. It also has seven bars and three dance floors, so you can visit different areas for different vibes. Get tropical at the tiki bar or bust a move at the hip-hop room!

Gramps

176 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127

Gramps isn’t strictly a gay bar, but it’s known for being one of the most inclusive spaces in Miami. Its Double Stubble drag parties are some of the best in the city – come dressed to slay on these Thursday nights.

Come hungry, too, as Gramps is famous for its pizzas. The food is the perfect fuel for hours of dancing to the live DJs’ beats. Pair a freshly-baked slice with one of Gramps’ specialty cocktails – we highly recommend the refreshing Cucumber In Paradise.

Looking for a more relaxed night out? This Wynwood bar also hosts Wednesday Drag Bingo Nights, where you can test your trivia knowledge and win merch. It also regularly hosts drag shows and RuPaul’s Drag Race watch parties. Check its schedule to find out what its upcoming events are.

Azucar Nightclub

2301 SW 32nd Ave, Miami, FL 33145

Few venues are as high-energy as Azucar Nightclub, which is known for being one of the best Latin gay bars in the city. Expect entertaining drag cabaret shows, drag war nights, and of course, plenty of dancing! Whether you want to strut your stuff or just watch the queens’ jaw-dropping performances, you’ll leave with a happy buzz from all the good vibes here.

Dance your cares away to exciting beats by Azucar’s guest DJs. Trouble Thursdays and Crazy Fridays are fantastic days to stop by and catch unforgettable performances.

Kill Your Idol

222 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Affordable drinks and amazing live music have made Kill Your Idol a popular party spot for both straight and LGBTQ night owls. Miami regulars are huge fans of this bar’s quirky interiors, featuring a life-size Bruce Lee statue and lip-stenciled bar stools.

You can enjoy happy hour specials any day of the week, but we highly recommend that you drop by on Wednesdays or Fridays. KYI’s Live Music Wednesdays always feature new bands, with no cover charge and half-off all drinks from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Drag shows are hosted every Friday night, so prepare to be dazzled by the jaw-dropping moves of Miami’s fiercest queens.

Club Boi At Villa Nightclub

3632 NW 25th Ave Miami, FL 33142

Club Boi has one of the most energetic dance floors in Miami, featuring Caribbean, reggae, and R&B beats. This club offers bottle service if you want to splash the cash, but it also has different drink specials on different days of the week.

Club Boi has different themed nights, but the most popular one by far is Sexy Saturdays. Fair warning: put on comfortable shoes and hydrate, because you’ll be grooving to DJ Dias and DJ Gavin’s incredible beats all night long.

Score

Despite not having a fixed location for its events, Score makes our list of the top ten gay Miami clubs because of how fun and fabulous its special pop-ups are. Recently, this club was part of URGE Miami, South Florida’s only LGBTQ+ Thanksgiving festival.

Previous Score events include Salvation Sailaway, Matinee Pervert, and Papa Pop. No matter what the theme or the location, Score’s been known to feature some of the best DJs both locally and internationally. Check out its event calendar to see what it has in the works!

Heaven South Beach

Located on South Beach’s famed Ocean Drive, Heaven is the newest gay nightclub taking Miami by storm. Situated next to the iconic Versace Mansion, this is the perfect spot for a night of dancing and fun. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere that’s positive, energetic and alluring – you won’t want to leave!

Party Your Shoes Off At These LGBTQ Miami Clubs

From energetic drag shows to laidback neighborhood bars, Miami’s nightlife has gotten livelier than ever. Sun-soaked Miami has many fun options if you want to dance, drink, and mingle with the LGBTQ community. One of the fantastic places we’ve listed here is sure to have the vibe you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for gay-friendly bars in other Florida cities, check out our other guides for ideas on where to go. We’re always looking for the most fabulous places where you can make new friends and reconnect with old ones!

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Also, while we do our best to highlight LGBTQ-friendly destinations and businesses, info provided is based solely on personal experience and recommendations by community partners. We hope that nobody experiences discrimination or homophobia while visiting Florida, but we make no guarantees. Please inform us if you experience discrimination or homophobia while visiting any destination so we can make updates to our recommendations.

Rachel Covello

Rachel Covello is an award-winning speaker, writer, diversity consultant, and LGBT advocate. She was the Founder of LGBT Equality Alliance, a Chester County, PA nonprofit organization. She is currently the Publisher of OutCoast.com and Producer of the OutCoast TV YouTube Channel, both of which highlight LGBTQ welcoming destinations in Florida.

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