Welcome to our queer city guide series! Pittsburgh, the Steel City, has a vibrant LGBTQ+ community and a plethora of exciting bars and nightclubs to explore! Post on Lex to find a queer date or friend to check out these LGBTQ+ bars with you. Whether you're a local or just visiting and looking for queer nightlife, here are six top-notch lesbian and gay cocktail bars, dance clubs and dive bars in Pittsburgh.
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1. 5801 Video Lounge & Café
Address: 5801 Ellsworth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15232
A beloved fixture in Pittsburgh's LGBTQ+ scene, 5801 Video Lounge & Café offers a welcoming atmosphere with its cozy lounge and vibrant dance floor. They have Drag Bruch every Sunday, Happy Hour specials daily, karaoke in the evenings, and one of the best patios in Pittsburgh to mingle with friends and sip on tasty drinks. Located in the heart of Shadyside, they have become a staple of LGBTnightlife in Pittsburgh’s East End.
2. Blue Moon
Address: 5115 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Voted as one of the best LGBTQ+ bars in Pittsburgh and known for its laid-back vibe, cheap drinks, and friendly crowd, Blue Moon is a cozy neighborhood bar where everyone feels like family. With its weekly drag shows, daily Happy Hour, trivia nights, and karaoke, Blue Moon is the perfect spot for a fun night out with friends.
3. P-Town Bar
Address: 4740 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Nestled in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood, P-Town Bar is a cozy and welcoming LGBTQ+ bar known for its friendly atmosphere, drag shows and diverse crowd. With a pool table, pinball machines and a jukebox you can enjoy good conversation, friendly competition and good drinks with new and old friends alike.
4. Cattivo
Address: 146 44th St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Cattivo is a versatile LGBTQ+ club in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood, offering a mix of live music, DJ nights, dancing, and themed parties. With its spaciousdance floor and eclectic crowd a full blow dance party is inevitable. Cattivo promises an unforgettable night of fun and entertainment, so don't miss it!
5. Brewer’s Bar
Address: 3315 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Brewer’s Bar & Hotel is one of the oldest standing gay bars in Pittsburgh that strives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for the queer community. With free drag shows every Friday & Saturday, a bar full of great drinks, and a fun staff, Brewer’s offers a night out to make have a good time with friends and meet new people.
6. Harold’s Haunt
Address: 142 Grant Ave. Millvale, PA 15209
Harold’s Haunt is self described as Pittsburgh's “Haunted They Bar”. With events daily, such as Gayme Nights, weekly viewing parties of Ru Paul’s Drag Race, daily Happy Hour specials with cheap drinks, live music, and drag shows, you are bound to have a night filled with fun and hopefully even make a few new friends. In addition to excellent food and drinks, Harold’s Haunt strives to offer a wide variety of non-alcoholic beverages crafted with the same care and quality of its full menu of “potions” aka cocktails. This is a must visit if you're looking for a fun, relaxed queer time out in Pittsburgh.
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Looking for something a little less nightlife-related? We’ve got tips for sober activities, too. And check out our other city guides here.
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