Cleveland Gay Bars

The Hawk is a modest Cleveland gay bar located on Detroit Avenue, home to the city’s bustling gay scene.

Serving the city since 1933, this informal gay bar offers retro cocktails in a comfortable setting.

Inside you’ll find a pool table, internet jukebox, TVs, and games. Outside you’ll find locals mingling on the spacious patio.

Twist Social Club is a lively Cleveland gay bar in Edgewater, not far from the city’s gay nightlife.

This upscale gay bar boasts chic interiors, alongside a tasty food menu.

Throughout the week Twist plays host to special event nights, including game nights, karaoke, and DJ parties.

Cocktails Cleveland is an upbeat Cleveland gay bar on Detroit Ave, close to the city’s best gay nightlife.

This basement bar is open Wednesday through to Sunday, and offers lively events throughout.

Cleveland’s LGBT+ foodies gather at Cocktails for its fun food-themed events, including a patio cookout and Sunday potluck·

Leather Stallion Saloon is a popular gay bar in Cleveland’s St. Clair neighbourhood.

Known as the oldest levi/leather bar in Ohio, the Leather Stallion Saloon welcomes the city’s leather crowd through the week.

Locals and tourists alike favour this humble bar for its spacious patio, attentive staff, and friendly clientele.

Vibe Bar and Patio is a contemporary gay bar in Cleveland’s West Boulevard area.

Famed for its spacious brick-walled patio, Vibe is a popular hot-spot amongst the city’s LGBT+ community.

Here, you can enjoy tasty cocktails and drinks in a cosy interior.

Vibe also offers pool tables, happy hours, and theme nights.