Photo: National Center for Civil and Human Rights/Facebook Mary’s has a more relaxed vibe than some other gay bars in the city and is one of the best places to see some of the coolest new drag performers. Mary’s has been recognized by OUT and LOGO as one of the best gay bars in the country, and its karaoke nights are legendary. This legendary club offers all-nude performances six nights a week with VIP and private rooms for the big spenders.Ĭatering to a queerer crowd than other Atlanta haunts, Mary’s is a popular East Atlanta Village bar, not to be confused with Mary Mac’s, one of the best places to get Southern cooking in the city. Swinging Richards claims to be the best gay male strip club in all of the US, but that will be something you’ll have to test for yourself.
Where: 306 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Swinging Richards With themed nights throughout the week, there is sure to be something to spark your interest. With three bars, a dance floor, and a large back porch, the bar has a surprisingly warm feeling for a leather bar. With a dance floor for getting down and a gazebo out back for meeting new friends, My Sister’s Room is the perfect place to meet someone special.Ītlanta’s premier leather and Levi’s bar, The Atlanta Eagle opened its doors in the late 1980s and has been satisfying its patrons ever since. The bar has moved neighborhoods several times but is now back in Midtown, the neighborhood it originally opened in. Not only does this make My Sister’s Room one of the oldest lesbian bars in the country, but it is also one of the few left, making it an absolute must-visit on your trip to Atlanta. My Sister’s Room is the only lesbian bar in Atlanta, but it has been in operation for more than 200 years since it opened in 1996. Where: 1049 Juniper St NE My Sister’s Room The porch is lined with cheeky signs, such as “You can’t beat our meat” and “Eat and be Mary!” While the ambiance puts this venue on the map, it’s the burgers and wings that really seal the deal at this Atlanta staple. A favorite for the brunch crowd, Joes on Juniper has rainbow sets which lead up to a large porch, perfect for soaking up the warm Atlanta sun and watching the Midtown crowd go by. While many might call it more of a restaurant than a bar, Joes on Juniper is sure to delight, no matter the hour.