You’ll find a coat check and adequate restroom facilities, and the strength of the drinks will make you want to take off your jacket and stay awhile.
Unlike many Castro establishments, the Bar caters to pretty much everybody: gay men, gay women, and gay-friendly straight folks. Inside, expect to find the fabulous red decor known as “retro-glam,” delicious top-shelf cocktails, and thrumming beats spun by popular DJs almost every night of the week.
Just look for the red neon “Bar” sign set in steel out front. One of the best is called simply Q Bar (456 Castro St., 415/864-2877, Mon.-Fri. You’ll have no trouble finding a gay bar in the Castro. For a more comprehensive list of San Francisco’s queer bars and clubs, visit Ga圜ities. While the City’s queer nightlife caters more to gay men than to lesbians, there’s plenty of space available for partiers of all persuasions. In fact, the gay club scene totally outdoes the straight club scene for frolicsome fabulous fun. San Francisco’s gay nightlife has earned a worldwide rep for both the quantity and quality of options. Photo © Torbakhopper, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
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