Virgin Hotelsis also the unofficial gay hotel in Las Vegas.
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Popular local gay bar and tavern located two miles east of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, open 24/7/365. Located just off Paradise near the Convention Center, Fun Hog Ranch is full of exposed wood and booths that give it a comfortable atmosphere.
Relaxed, friendly bartenders are happy to mix up the drink of your choice, and whatever your poison, it will be affordable. This laid-back gay bar offers a welcoming space to unwind with friends, belt out your favorite tunes at karaoke, or simply relax and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. The atmosphere at many Vegas gay clubs and bars tends to be welcoming and relaxed, and the drinks are usually strong and inexpensive.
6: Flex Cocktail Lounge
Westside
Flex Cocktail Lounge has been around for or more than 20 years and has maintained its status as an easy-going place to stop for drinks and entertainment. In addition, please note the Eagle and Freezonehave both permanently closed according to their websites and/or Instagram pages.
As a bonus, we include three of our top picks for LGBTQ+ day life in Las Vegas along with our recommendations for places to stay: Pool Club at Virgin Hotels – For one of the best gay-friendly pool parties, this Fruit Loop hotel offers day passes for locals and non-guests.
Every night of the week has something to offer, plus Fug Hog Ranch hosts regular special events, like the second Friday of every month, when Bears Roam the Ranch is at the bar with Gummy Bear Shots and a $7 domestic beer bust, with all proceeds donated to the Bears Las Vegas' Charity Fund.
Terrisa's expert tip: Fun Hog Ranch encourages fetish and leatherwear, but everyone is welcome at FHR.
Their rustic, laid-back ambiance is inviting no matter what you're wearing.
No. The combination of affordable drinks and entertainment has been a winner for Badlands Saloon, which has been in business for 22+ years.
Terrisa's expert tip: On Saturday nights at midnight, the Late Night Tease Variety Show & Revue takes the stage at Badlands, with variety acts, magic, burlesque, drag, and live music.
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3: The Phoenix
West Of The Strip
The Phoenix is a short drive west from the Strip, and it's easy to find. Guest must be 21+. You’ll find an abundance of “dive bar” experiences, plus one pool party on the Strip — Temptation Sundays at the Luxor — and several fun spots in between.
Off the strip, there are several gay bars, clubs and lounges, with a concentration in what’s often called the Fruit Loop District on Paradise Road.
Food and beverage services are available as well.
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5: Badlands Saloon
East Of The Strip
The Badlands exterior makes it hard to miss. With a location not too far off the Strip, Flex offers guests a relaxing bar/dance club to unwind in, free nightly entertainment, strong but inexpensive drinks, a game room and loose slots. The bartenders get consistently high marks for friendliness and the great drinks they make.
Terrisa's expert tip: The Garage recently expanded with a new patio so guests can enjoy a drink outside.
Music via TouchTunes jukebox. Daily drink specials include two for one well drinks and bottled beer from 10 a.m. Open 24/7, Spotlight offers daily and nightly drink specials at great prices, six 50" flat-screen TVs and free Wifi. Video poker and pool tables are available.
Terrisa's expert tip: Warm-up your singing voice for karaoke on Saturdays from 10 p.m.
Reservations are required and the offer excludes major holidays.
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No. We’ve been coming to this legendary venue for years, and it’s aways a wild, fun, good time.
We also love the shirtless bartenders and the dozen or so sexy go-go dancers strategically placed around the club.
Outdoor patio (weather-permitting) year-round with heaters in fall/winter and forced air cooling in spring/summer.
Indoor & Outdoor Seating
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FOOD
V8 GRILL
Located inside The Garage Delicious Food, Fresh & Made to Order
GRILL HOURS
Mon-Thu 5p-1a Fri 4p-1:30a Sat: 12:30p-1:30a Sun: 1p-1a V8 Happy Hour: Open–7p (BAR IS OPEN 24/7)
V8 Grill Menu
DRINKS
HAPPY HOUR
11a-7p Daily ALL DRINKS 2-FOR-1
DAILY DEALS (8p-4a)
FRI
$5 Cherry or Jäger Bombs
SAT
$6 Long Island Iced Teas
24/7 Gaming
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