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Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars in San Diego, CA

17 of the 283 bars we list in San Diego have an LGBTQ+ focus.

LGBTQ+ bars are venues that have long served as social spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, and everyone is welcome. People use this section to find a friendly, community-minded place nearby. Every bar here is listed as a gay bar in its business category or has gay, LGBTQ or queer in its name.

  1. Urban MO's Bar & Grill

    308 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    Bar & grillLGBTQ+Happy hour
  2. SRO Lounge

    1807 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

    LoungeLGBTQ+
  3. Cheers

    1839 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116

    LGBTQ+
  4. Number One Fifth Avenue

    3845 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    Mon-Thu 3pm-1:30am, Fri-Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 12pm-1:30am

    LGBTQ+KaraokeHappy hour
  5. Rich's

    1051 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  6. San Diego Eagle

    3040 N Park Way, San Diego, CA 92104

    LGBTQ+Happy hour
  7. Gossip Grill

    1220 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    Bar & grillLGBTQ+Happy hour
  8. Flicks

    1017 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+Karaoke
  9. Fiesta Cantina

    142 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  10. The Brass Rail

    3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  11. Overdrive

    2028 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110-2009

    LGBTQ+
  12. AWOLCanteena

    1475 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  13. The Loft

    3610 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  14. AWOL

    1475 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  15. Brick Bar

    1475 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    LGBTQ+
  16. Taboo

    4746 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115-4517

    LGBTQ+
  17. Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind

    San Diego, CA

    LGBTQ+
Check the event calendar. Many of these bars have themed nights, so look at the venue's own schedule before you go.

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Good to know

What is a gay bar?

It is a bar that centers the LGBTQ+ community while welcoming guests of every background. The vibe ranges from quiet neighborhood spots to lively dance rooms.

Who can go to a gay bar?

Everyone is welcome, as long as they respect the space and other guests. Age policies vary, so check the venue's age policy.