Pittsburgh Gay Bars & Clubs

This self-proclaimed "friendliest gay bar in Pittsburgh" offers cheap drinks and accommodating service. Voted the best LGBTQ+ bar in Pittsburgh in 2016 and 2017, this is a very loved venue that is worth checking out. Considered to be one of the top fifty gay bars in the USA and one of the best dive bars in Pittsburgh. Blue Moon has a happy hour every day from 5-7 pm, where you can get $1 off every drink. You can expect drag shows, karaoke, and great vibes. Inside, you'll find wood-panelled interiors and a mostly gay male crowd enjoying Blue Moon's affordable drinks and lively atmosphere.

5801 is a Pittsburgh gay bar in the popular Shadyside neighbourhood. This upbeat gay hangout offers daily drink specials, poker and dart leagues, and a menu of light bar bites. The drag shows at 5801 are some of the best in the area, with Akasha L. Van-Cartier performing with her impressive 24 years' worth of drag experience. The Happy Hour runs from 5-7 pm daily. There is also Tacoish Tuesdays, where you can indulge in sweet beef tacos and margaritas. Serving Pittsburgh since 2005, 5801 is a popular choice amongst locals. 

P-Town Bar is an energetic gay and lesbian bar in Pittsburgh's Oakland area. A relaxed bar by day, and an upbeat party destination by night, P-Town Bar boasts a spacious dance floor, full bar, and hot male dancers. Here you'll find friendly customers and even friendlier bar staff, waiting to serve you an affordable drink. Inside, there are pool tables, a digital jukebox, a pinball machine, and video screens. You can expect Open Mic nights, drag shows, karaoke, bingo, and dancing. P-Town Bar has been an LGBTQ+ community favourite since 2007.

Tilden is an exclusive nightclub located in downtown Pittsburgh. The club prides itself on catering to a diverse group and its unique nightlife experience. Including staying open into the early hours, unlike other clubs in the area, and their self-proclaimed 'earth-shaking' sound systems. You can attain a membership for this club for the entire year, meaning that there is no cover charge. With this club requiring a membership, you can ensure that you are in a safe environment. 

Backdraft Bar & Grill is situated just outside of Pittsburgh's centre. The bar serves cold beers and great value, great tasting food. Staff are friendly and help contribute to the local bar atmosphere. The bar also showcases the local talent with regular live music shows, and what would a local bar be without its very own dart board. The venue's happy hour is every weekday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Stretched  out over two levels, Lucky's is a no-nonsense gay bar in downtown Pittsburgh. What makes this place special are its naked strippers who look like regular dudes. No Hollywood worked-out, sculpted models, just naked dudes.

Downstairs resembles your typical gritty dive bar with well-worn interior, stong-yet-cheap drinks. But go upstairs: Go-go boys, dance floor, drag queens, open minds.

Brewer's Hotel and Bar is Pittsburgh's oldest gay bar, offering affordable drinks and a welcoming atmosphere. Regular drag shows on Fridays and Saturdays, alongside weekly activities like karaoke, make it a go-to spot for everyone looking to unwind and have fun. 

Harold's Haunt is Pittsburgh's haunted "they" bar dedicated to creating an LGBTQIA+ community space in the area. This queer-owned bar offers a cozy atmosphere, themed nights, and tales of its resident ghost, aiming to make Millvale a key destination for the LGBTQIA+ community in Pittsburgh. It's Halloween every day at this exciting witchy location.