Baltimore Gay Bars

The Drinkery is a gay dive bar in Baltimore. Nothing fancy but laidback and fun. There are karaoke evenings over weekends from 8pm. Drinks are strong and cheap – especially during happy hour. It’s one of the longest-running gay bars in town.

Friendly neighborhood bar. Very Baltimore.

Mixers is a gay dive bar. The mixers are good and there’s an outdoor decking area.

Each week this lively neighbourhood gay bar plays host to popular theme nights, including karaoke, ladies night, and drag shows.

It’s quite small so you may find yourself bumping into people on the dancefloor – certainly one way to meet some locals.

The Rowan Tree is a gay cocktail bar in Baltimore with quirky decor. You can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and mingle locals. It draws quite a diverse crowd. There are drag performances, usually at weekends after 8 pm.

The drinks are well priced and strong – especially the shots.

Walt’s Inn is a gay dive bar in Baltimore. It offers a selection of craft beers, regular karaoke evenings and a lively atmosphere. Expect some raucous drunken singing. It has been said that one “Walt’s Inn and stumbles out” of this establishment.

Walt’s Inn also offers light bar bites, including pizza and their famed soft pretzels.

Leon’s Backroom is a must for anyone seeking gay-friendly bars in Baltimore’s center. With Kitsch decor and a range of food and drink options, Leon’s Backroom is a unique venue. Hosting Drag, Karaoke, and playing music till late; the management and owner are hands-on and care about the needs of their customers; posting regular photos participating in their events, and chatting with customers.