Best places: Gay bars in London, United Kingdom

Long-running, chandelier-lit gay venue spread over three boudoir, cafe-bar and disco-themed floors.

Former Victorian music hall turned gay stalwart, hosting weekly club nights and cabaret drag acts.

Gay bar hung with pictures, drawing a mixed crowd with themed DJ nights, quizzes and drinks deals.

Long-standing gay pub with party atmosphere, packed with shot-downing regulars.

Classic, independent Irish pub with weekend live music & a weekly quiz, plus live Sky & BT sports.

Compact locals' pub with wood panelling and hanging baskets, hosting regular community events.

🫤 Too exclusive for commoners like me, I guess, certainly not welcoming. I went there all the way from Soho on opening day to support this new LGTB business, just to be told at the door that you need a ticket since it is a private party (no mention of that in their advertising). I was also informed th...

Large-windowed gay bar serving cocktails, shots and eclectic menu to an early evening party crowd.

Happening watering hole with funky decor & disco balls serving creative cocktails.

Relaxed, friendly gay bar with nightly entertainment, from camp cabaret shows to karaoke.

Independent late-night gay bar & club featuring a private beer garden & happy hour deals.

Gay friendly cabaret bar and weekend-only dance club, both open until the early hours.

Small neighbourhood music pub with a vintage feel, hosting jam sessions and Irish folk bands.

Happening gay bar featuring a strict dress code & themed nights.

Stylish pre-club gay bar on 3 floors including cool, curved-ceiling basement, DJ sets Wed-Sat.

Spacious 3-floored gay hangout with a champagne bar, nightly DJs and low-lit basement club.

😠 IF YOU ARE GAY, DO NOT GO. Really weird vibe in there and not gay friendly. I informed the bar staff that a guy was staring at me and my date (two women) and making us feel really uncomfortable and the bar staff palmed it off as normal, insinuating he was a regular. I gave them the benefit of the do...

LGBT venue designed for women with a drag king show, burlesque and live DJ events.

Plant-filled courtyard with Italianate touches and upstairs brick-walled loft for mature gay crowd.

Snug gay bar in a railway arch, offering cocktails & wines, plus outdoor seating.