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The best gay bars and clubs in Melbourne

Let’s get one thing straight: all of Melbourne’s bars should be ‘queer-friendly’. And they are, for the most part. Still, many dedicated gay bars and clubs own intentionally made cosmos for the LGBTQIA+ community from the beginning. These are the best Melbourne gay bars and clubs providing sound spaces for the queer community.

To commemorate what these venues offer for the queer community and beyond, here’s a list of Melbourne’s dedicated gay bars and clubs, ranked in no particular order.

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An iconic gay bar: Sircuit/Mollie’s Bar & Diner

Same owners, but completely different venues. Upstairs at 103-105 Smith Street, you’ll find Mollie’s, a dedicated safe cosmos for everyone. With a sunny terrace, sheltered from the elements and a cozy interior, Mollie’s combines a concentrate on great, freshly prepared food with a hint of sassy service. They said dinner with a show… From Wednesday to Sunday, you can adore your meal with a side of fabulous, raucous queenly entertainment.

Downstairs is the famous Sircuit, which needs no introduction. With free inclusive entry every

Welcome to Twisted Rooster Bar!

Owner and operator, Jimit, has position his heart and soul into this establishment and it shows. Such a classy and vibrant place where EVERYONE is welcomed. The staff are some of the leading in Melbourne and want to guarantee you are cheerful there. They also work to assure you are adv taken care of and want you to become a regular. They seize the time to get to comprehend you, what you like to juice, and will craft a wonderful cocktail for you. There truly is something here for everyone regardless of where you do or don’t fall in the community. Display director, Coco Biatche, has done an amazing job with the bookings and has really leveled up the establishment in what to expect for amusement in Melbourne. I look forward to all the excellent things coming up in this establishment.

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The top queer bars in Melbourne

Since opening in 2011, this Smith Street cocktail bar has become the go-to notice in Fitzroy for cabaret, queer events and flamboyant performances. On top of regular events like 'Late Night Frockers' on Fridays and 'The Late Darkness Show' on Saturdays, there's always something new to look forward to, so keep an eye on the website. If you're not feeling a show, you can always book in for booths, bar stools and outdoor seating in the stable.

This community-run establishment opened in 2018, and its co-owned by 200 people who all chipped in to get the party started. The result? A super friendly, cooperative and colourful bar that hosts a fabulous array of entertainment for people from all backgrounds. Swing by for drag bingo, twirl parties, drag performances, comedy shows and more, and be sure to