Part of the Gay Cleveland Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Cleveland, Ohio
Gay bar on Detroit Avenue since 1976, in a building that dates back to 1933
The Hawk has run as a gay bar on Detroit Avenue since 1976, when it opened as the Tomahawk inside a room that first poured drinks in 1933 — making it one of the oldest continuously operating bars in Ohio. It sits in Cudell on the West Side, a few blocks east of the West 117th and Detroit junction that anchors Cleveland's gay nightlife, and it has stayed true to its dive roots: a pool table, an internet jukebox, gaming machines, and a rear patio for warm nights. This is the unpretentious end of the scene — cheap drinks, no attitude at the bar, and a regular crowd that actually knows each other. It's the place to settle into a night on the West Side rather than the spot for a big production. The Hawk also leans into its role as a community room, putting on holiday potlucks and a Thanksgiving meal for patrons who'd otherwise spend it alone.
Have feedback on this description? Let us knowGet the full experience — check in, follow this venue, and connect with the community.
No upcoming events
Try checking a later date or browse events in the app
Catch your city's vibe or the global LGBTQ+ scene.
No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
$75
$75
$57
$275
$425
$350
$495
$10
Experiences powered by Viator
The fast ferry from Boston is the classic, car-free way to arrive in Provincetown — 90 minutes across the bay, straight to MacMillan Wharf. Here's the complete guide: operators, schedules, tickets, plus the Plymouth boat, driving and flying.
Robbie S.
Provincetown is famous for its nightlife, but the daytime is half the magic — gay beaches, whale watching, the Pilgrim Monument, dune tours and a historic art colony. Here's the complete guide to what to do in P-town beyond the bars.
Robbie S.
Cherry Grove is where gay America summered before there was a word for it. Here's the complete guide to Fire Island's original queer hamlet — its history, its drag-soaked nightlife, where to stay and eat, the beach, and how it differs from the Pines next door.
Robbie S.
