'Tude-lite gay bar. Only silently judging you. Unassuming door front leads into den of well-put-together Chelsea boys on the early night prowl. Circular orange-lit lounge in back can be one big grope-fest, watch where you step. Pretty young barboys and a few female bff's thrown in for good measure. Stick around for cabaret. You'd have me down on my knees, wouldn't you, Barracuda?
Chelsea is central to gay life—and gay bars. In the heart of the ‘hood is this relaxed bar that remains a favorite, repeatedly voted “Best Bar” by local gay mags. The hunky bartenders do not go unnoticed; they’re complemented by the good music. Out front there’s a sexy bar for cruising/sipping, and comfy couches in back. Look for regular cabaret shows, and be warned—the place gets crowded.
Barracuda remains a perennial Chelsea favorite, not least due to its continuously-changing decor. A long sleek bar gives way to a lounge with pool table at back, and drag shows are offered five nights weekly (Sundays through Thursdays). The shows feature incredible talent, and frequent giveaways as well as big-name attractions and record launches pack the house quite often. With...
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The Scene
This is one of the few gay watering holes that doesn't demand constant preening. It's neither pretentious nor overly styled and has fairly normal looking men as patrons. Broken...