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We’ve sorted Berlin’s gay bars by area:
Schöneberg– Blond, Prinzknecht, HAFEN, Redgold1, Pinocchio, Toyboy Bar, Heile Welt, TABASCO, Dreizehn, Blue Boy Bar, Tramp’s, K6 Kreuzberg / Friedrichshain– BarbieBar, CLUB, Möbel-Olfe, Silver Future, Rauschgold, Roses Prenzlauer Berg / Berlin Mitte– Bärenhöhle, Betty F*** Bar, FLAX, The Coven, Marienhof, Bar Saint Jean, PERLE
Located in the heart of Schöneberg’s gay district, HAFEN remains a trendy and popular gay landmark with regular events, parties and quiz shows.
Casual atmosphere and cool staff are among its selling points. The bar gets extra cult status for allegedly being visited by the real life Sally Bowles back in those days of cabaret.
Friendly gay bar and casual neighbourhood hangout. Fairly small inside but there’s a large seating area outside.
Blond attracts a mixed, young crowd. Open long hours, from breakfast to cocktails and beyond. Karaoke on Tuesday nights. Jukebox allows you to pick your favourite pop tunes.
nearest station : U: Nollendorfplatz, Wittenbergplatz
Gay café bar & lounge, located right next to the Nollendorfplatz train station. Popular with both locals and tourists.
This is one of the classier gay bars in Berlin – doesn’t have to be whips and chains every night. Heile Welt is a good place to go on a date. Also great for pre-clubbing. You’ll be able to hear your conversation over the music.
Friendly gay bar in Schöneberg gay district. The bartender is the DJ and customers can request songs. Music ranges from 80’s freestyle, German Schlager music and international hits.
A cosy alternative to the loud gay bars in Berlin. We like the relaxed, warm atmosphere of Dreizehn (13).
This pub-style gay bar has plenty of beer, wine, spirits and more on offer. Old-fashioned in style, it does tend to attract a more mature guys. Happy hour 2pm-5pm, Monday to Friday only.
Small, funky bar in Kreuzberg with a little stage for big personalities in drag who host dancing, karaoke and drag shows. Music at Rauschgold ranges from pop, Schlager to disco.
A fun, liberated place, and the drinks are inexpensive. Very popular on weekends. Mixed crowd. Located within easy reach of dance club SchwuZ.
Once a furniture store, Möbel-Olfe offers a very hip bar experience with interesting decor designed by well-known Berlin artists.
The place draws an eclectic mix of crowd, but Thursdays are very gay and trendy. Drinks are reasonable, and the music leans towards indie and alternative.
Quirky vibe and friendly, cosy atmosphere. Closed on Mondays.
nearest station : U: Kottbusser Tor - enter on Dresdner Straße
Roses here aren’t red, they’re very pink! This is the campest gay bar in Kreuzberg with lots of fun and excitement.
Lively, mixed crowd with 80’s to 90’s music that wouldn’t work anywhere else. Cheap drinks, friendly bartenders, packed at night. A favourite stop for pre- or post-clubbing.
Popular show bar & LGBT venue. Meltier Sundström boasts an array of entertainment every week, from comedy nights to cabaret performers. Good food and drinks. Nice large terrace.
Check out their website for further details of forthcoming events.
nearest station : U: Mehringdamm
Features
bar, music, dancing, karaoke, live music, cafe, restaurant
Stylish gay bar, designed by Berlin-based Architect, Thilo Reich, with a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere.
The Coven serves a premium drinks and cocktails, with great music and friendly service. Located one of the most beautiful spots in Berlin Mitte, close to Berlin ‘Dom’, the Museum Island and Monbijou Park.
Opened in 2013, Bar Saint Jean is one of the most popular meeting places for gay men in Berlin-Mitte.
This small, underground, French-owned bar features simple, minimalist décor and specialises in high-end long drinks and cocktails. Hosts occasional DJ nights. Closed on Mondays.
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