Gay Bars & Clubs in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence's LGBTQ+ venues are centered downtown and along the West Side, with welcoming gay bars, queer-friendly restaurants, and community spaces throughout the city. Explore gay-friendly spots in Providence.
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Providence Eagle
Providence's leather and bears bar on Snow Street since 1992.
Downcity (Snow Street) · $$
The Dark Lady
Gay bar with drag and go-go on Snow Street in the Fruit Loop.
Downcity (Snow Street) · $$
The Stable
Equestrian-themed gay cocktail bar with outdoor patio in downtown Providence.
Downcity · $$
Alley Cat
Snug mixed-crowd bar on Snow Street, the low-key half of the Fruit Loop.
Downcity (Snow Street) · $
EGO Providence
Providence's LGBTQ+ dance club on Richmond Street, open since 2013.
Downcity · $$
Black Sheep
Inclusive bar and grill on Westminster Street with drag and dancing.
Downcity · $$
Mirabar
Stylish LGBTQ+ lounge and dance club on Elbow Street downtown.
Downcity · $$
Small Format
Queer shop and community hub on Wickenden Street.
Fox Point (Wickenden St) · $
The Mega-Plex
24/7 gay bathhouse with 75 private cabins, sauna, and steam room
South Side · $$
Flatbread Company
Wood-fired flatbreads with local ingredients on Providence's East Side
East Side · $$
Mister Sister Erotica
Queer-owned erotic boutique on Wickenden St, open since 2008
Fox Point · $$
Trinity Brewhouse
Downtown Providence brewpub with house-made beers and a spacious patio
Downtown Providence · $$
Moniker Brewery
Lager-forward brewery and outdoor beer garden on Providence's West Side
West Side · $$
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