Located in "The Valley of the Sun," the urban cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale host an active gay and lesbian culture. In Phoenix, gay nightlife abounds in various clubs; the town's gay bars run the gamut from hip lounges to casual sports bars. In addition to numerous drink specials, club-goers will find gaming sponsored by local gay and lesbian associations, live entertainment, karaoke and more. Remember to drink responsibly when visiting the gay clubs of Phoenix.
The Cherry Bar on Phoenix's East Indian School Road presents an upscale pub-style atmosphere--complete with pool tables and flat-screen televisions--accented by modern décor and live DJs spinning records. Open seven days a week, this club offers a fully stocked bar complete with liquor, wine and beer on tap. Every day features happy hour specials, with additional beer specials and brunch with Bloody Marys and mimosas on Sunday. Gay-friendly events include Gay and Lesbian Association of Darts league games, Reverse Happy Hour, Kamikaze Karaoke, live music, live revues and bingo from the Phoenix United Gay Bowling Alliance. At the Cherry, bartenders serve signature cheeky cocktails, including the Dirty Bottom, Fire in the Hole and Citronmyface.
Cherry Bar
1028 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-277-7729
cherrybaraz.com
Located on North Seventh Street, Roscoe's touts itself as "the Valley's only gay sports bar and grill." Open seven days a week, Roscoe's offers sporting events on 13 flat-screen televisions in a casual, neighborhood bar environment. Happy hour takes place five days a week, and brunch--complete with jumbo mimosas and Bloody Marys--is served on Sunday. A full menu includes appetizers, wings, salads, quesadillas, salads, sandwiches and more. Known for its affordable alcoholic beverages, Roscoe's has been voted "Best Sports Bar" and "Best Gay Bar" by City's Best and "Best Gay Bar" by the Arizona Republic.
Roscoe's Sports Bar and Grill
4531 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-285-0833
roscoeson7th.com
Also on North Seventh Street, Apollo's Lounge is a straight-friendly gay club in Phoenix with an ancient Greek theme. Named for the sun god Apollo, the lounge calls itself "the friendliest neighborhood gay bar in town." This club offers karaoke and drag shows, outdoor patio seating, free fresh popcorn and televisions with varied programming. For the productive club-goer, Apollo's Lounge also has free wireless Internet on site. Alongside beer on tap and well drinks, signature drinks include kamikaze shots and the Pink Panther martini.
Apollo's Lounge
5749 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-277-9373
apollos.com
