What are the Best Gay Bars in Portland?

Portland's gay bar scene is one of the most diverse and vibrant on the West Coast, with venues ranging from legendary drag institutions to laid-back neighborhood dives spread across the city.

Old Town/Chinatown

• Darcelle XV (208 NW 3rd Ave) — The oldest drag venue in the United States, open since 1967. A Portland institution with nightly drag shows
• CC Slaughters Nightclub and Lounge (219 NW Davis St) — Portland's flagship gay dance club with multiple rooms and regular DJ nights
• Silverado (1217 SW Stark St) — Portland's go-go bar and male revue, a mainstay of the scene for decades
• Stag PDX (317 NW Broadway) — Cocktail lounge and performance space with a stylish, modern vibe

Inner Southeast & Beyond

• Eagle Portland (835 N Lombard St) — Portland's leather and bear bar with a laid-back patio and community events
• The Nest Lounge — Cozy neighborhood bar popular with the queer community
• Doc Marie's — Queer-friendly neighborhood bar with a welcoming atmosphere
• Escape Bar & Grill — Casual gay sports bar with food and drinks
• Badlands Portland — Gay bar with DJs, karaoke, and a fun party atmosphere
• Church Bar — Neighborhood bar in a converted space with a quirky, welcoming vibe
• Misfits Bar + Lounge — Queer bar and lounge with cocktails and community events
• Back2Earth — Community-focused queer bar and event space

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