THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
TAMPA BAY AREA Vol. 7
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT TAMPA BAY AREA
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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ABOUT TAMPA BAY AREA LGBTQ Tampa Bay Area The Tampa Bay area is Florida’s largest metro area with Tampa itself, St. Petersburg and the nearby gulf beach towns. Tampa has a thriving nightlife scene in the old town area “Ybor City”, but alas, the gay scene is more spread out. You’ll find gay bars throughout Tampa and St. Petersburg. Tampa Bay’s beaches are some of the best in the country. Whether you want coarse or fine sand, and whether you seek a mellow day of shelling or a raucous romp on a crowded stretch of waterfront, this place has it all. Of course, you can choose from a range of water activities, including charter fishing, para-sailing, sunset cruises, kayaking, and more. The region has its share of boutique districts spotted with shops and sidewalk cafés. Tampa’s Hyde Park Village and downtown St. Petersburg’s Beach Drive are among the top picks if you’re looking to check out some upscale shops and dine alfresco while getting the most of the area’s pleasant climate. Vibrant nightlife tops off Tampa Bay’s list of assets. Ybor City attracts the club set, and barrier islands like St. Pete Beach offer loads of live music and barefoot dancing into the wee hours.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Ulele
Mise en Place Restaurant
Rustic-chic site for native Floridian fare, with barbacoa grilling & house-brewed beers. 1810 N Highland Ave, Tampa, FL
Chef Marty Blitz presents a New American menu featuring creative plates in a refined space. 442 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
Gratzzi Italian Grille
Bacchus Wine Bistro
White-tablecloth bar/restaurant offering classic Italian entrees plus pizza bar selections. 211 2nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL
Casual eatery offering small plates, charcuterie & French eats, plus truffles & a robust wine list. 124 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Oak & Ola
Maestro’s Restaurant
Hip restaurant with a roof terrace & regular live music crafting cocktails, pizzas & refined mains. 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL
Elegant, contemporary venue for American fare, located in the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa, FL
Datz
Chill eatery providing craft beer & eclectic international fare in unpretentious surroundings. 180 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Noble Crust
Stylish, contemporary destination with a menu of Italian & Southern dishes, craft beer & wine. 8300 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL
La Terrazza Restaurant
Malio’s
Local mainstay serving homestyle Northern Italian cuisine & wines in a warm-hued storefront space. 1727 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Elegant space by the Hillsborough River provides high-end American fare, fine wines & power lunches. 400 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL
BellaBrava
Cassis St. Pete
Casual Italian restaurant serves up a traditional menu alongside some American options plus wine. 204 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Buzzy brasserie & bakery for American & French fare in a Parisian space with outdoor seats. 170 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Yah Mon Caribbean Restaurant
717 South
Cozy eatery with table & banquette seating serving Caribbean dishes & hearty sides, plus drinks. 301 W Platt St unit c, Tampa, FL
Hot spot dispatching Italian & Pacific Rim fare in an elegant dining room with a lively bar scene. 717 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL
Stillwaters Tavern
The Galley: A St. Pete Tavern
Attractive space for hearty yet elevated American fare, plus a strong beer & cocktail list. 224 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Lively tavern featuring cocktails, draft brews & American eats in a comfy, nautical-themed interior. 27 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE FEBRUARY
celebrity impersonators and the funniest Tampa drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering. www.illusionsthedragqueenshow.com
FEB 13
SECOND SUNDAY ART WALK + VENDOR FAIR
MAR 16
The event will feature a rotating cast of artisanal artists and makers selling handmade goods, jewelry, art, woodwork, gifts plus so much more in the Gathering space at Armature Works. Visit www.armatureworks.com.
HEIGHTS NIGHT MARKET
Heights Night Market will feature a rotating cast of artisanal artists and makers selling handmade goods, jewelry, art, wood-work, gifts plus so much more. A free to attend, familyfriendly event featuring live music. Visit www.bit.ly/3tPj8X1.
FEB 19
BEER, BOURBON & BBQ FESTIVAL The 8th annual Beer Bourbon & BBQ Festival will feature a great day of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’, and barbeque eatin’. www.tampa.beerandbourbon.com
MAR 19
RIDES BY THE RIVER
Calling all automotive enthusiasts. Bring your favorite collector car, hot rod, import, or exotic to Armature Works for the Rides by the River Car Show. The Buddy Brew and Craving Donuts trucks will be onsite, so be sure to stop by for some coffee & donuts! Learn more at www.armatureworks.com.
FEB 26
SANKOFA CULTURAL BLACK HISTORY MARKET
African Apparel, Urban Wear, Drumming, T-Shirts, Art & Crafts, Jewelry, Butters & Scrubs, Music, Food and Natural Juices and so much more. Free Raffles and lots of shopping! Visit www.bit.ly/3KwuAfY.
MAR 24
TAMPA CIGAR WEEK
1st Annual Tampa Cigar Week - a 4 day cigar vacation bringing you cigar social events, networking, and more in the capital of cigars! A fun filled event packed with social events, networking, raffles and supporting charities. www.thetampacigarweek.com
FEB 26
KPB: GANDY BEACH CLEANUP
Join Keep Pinellas Beautiful every month as we help to clean up Gandy Beach! We will be meeting east of the Urban Kai parking lot at 9AM. For more information, please contact Stephanie Ellington, Programs Director, for more information at sellington@kpbcares.org or 727-533-0402.
MAR 26
TAMPA PRIDE STREET FESTIVAL 2022
Vendors, Artisan & Crafts Show, Community Health Fair, Food Alley and Tampa Pride at Night located in the Tampa Cuban Club. Learn more at www.tampapride.org/festival.
MARCH MAR 05 - 06
ILLUSIONS THE DRAG BRUNCH TAMPA
MAR 26
TAMPA PRIDE DIVERSITY PARADE
The perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best
Once again the parade will wind its way east from the corner of Nuccio Parkway and E 7th Avenue, down E 7th Avenue
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BAR GU ID E City Side LGBT cocktail lounge with TVs & an outdoor area, plus billiards, karaoke & cabaret shows. 3703 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL
The Garage On Central Low-lit, no-frills gay bar with a festive, dark wood interior, plus beer, cocktails & karaoke. 2729 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Bradley’s on 7th Festive gay bar with a pool table, happy hours & live entertainment in a dimly-lit setting. 1510 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Blur Nightclub Upbeat nightclub featuring DJ-fueled dance parties, plus live bands, karaoke nights, drag queen shows & themed events. 325 Main St, Dunedin, FL
Southern Nights TAMPA Festive LGBT nightclub featuring drag queens, DJs, go-go-dancers & cocktail specials. 1401 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Lucky Star Lounge Nice low-key gay dive bar with great service and cheap drinks. 2760 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Cristoph’s High-energy gay dance club on 2 levels with events including bingo nights, drink specials & DJs. 2606 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL
The Castle Multilevel dance club with music from new wave to pop & a crowd dressed from Goth to fetish. 2004 N 16th St, Tampa, FL
Pro Shop Pub Enduring gay bar serving drinks in simple, down-to-earth, roadside environs with sports on TV. 840 Cleveland St, Clearwater, FL
Enigma Lively, gay-friendly lounge with several rooms, a cozy dance floor, drag shows & sidewalk tables. 1110 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
Quench Lounge Festive, trendy gay nightspot with drag shows, karaoke, DJs & dancing, plus happy hours. 13284 66th St N, Largo, FL
Punky’s Bar and Grill Funky local joint whipping up classic pub grub, from burgers to pizza, with a full bar & patio. 3063 Central Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE APR 16
to N 20th Street where it will turn north to disperse.The parade will step off at 4:00pm! Visit tampapride.org/parade.
TAMPA BAY WOMEN’S EXPO
Join us for a day celebrating women! The event will feature exhibits, interactive booths and education on a wide range of women’s interests. Join us with your girls for a day of pampering, giveaways, and more! Learn more at tampabay.com/expos/womens-expo.
MAR 29
TRAP TACO TUESDAY & KARAOKE Eat Like A Boss, Don’t Pay The Cost: 8pm-12am; $2 Tacos, $3 Wells and $4 Margaritas! We do it for the Kulture. Sponsored by Touch Vodka, Vibes created by DJ SaucyAtl. Learn more at www.bit.ly/32iCqc5.
APR 30
6TH ANNUAL TEMPLE TERRACE CRAFT BREWFEST
APRIL
What could be more fun than a sampling of 100 + beers from 35 plus different brewers - all under the shady oaks of Historic Woodmont Park in Temple Terrace? Once again we’ve gathered as many local brewers from home brewers to local brewing companies to the really BIG guys - who all agreed to bring their best brews! www.templeterracebrewfest.com
APR 02
TAMPA SELTZERLAND 2022
A hard seltzer paradise taking over Tampa! Enjoy this one-of-a-kind immersive experience as you spend the afternoon tasting 100+ unique hard seltzers. Indulge in mouthwatering munchies, tons of Seltzer swag, and you better plan on busting out the gram for an epic photo-shoot. Learn more at www.seltzerland.com.
APR 30
SHOW ME REPTILE & EXOTICS SHOW
APR 06
We are a premiere reptile expo bringing quality and variety. Our events are affordable for the entire family. Experience, learn, and maybe even bring home a new family member. Learn more at www.showmesnakes.com.
WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS AT EMBER
Pay at the door and enjoy a night of dancing and celebrating with wine, house-made sangria, craft beer, champagne, and appetizers. Join fellow socially active young professionals for an unforgettable experience. Visit us at www.emberorlando.com.
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MAY
MAY 29
BULA BURN WORKOUT
MAY 01
Let’s Get That Workout In! Come Out & Get a Free Workout in to Start the Weekend with the Amazing Colleen! Circuit Style Workout Guaranteed to Make You Sweat! www.kavaculture.com
MULTICULTURAL FAMILY DAY AT WATER WORKS PARK A free event for the entire family with live multicultural entertainment, food trucks, vendors and much more. Visit www.flmulticulturalfamilyday.com.
JUNE
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JUN 01
PICKERS PARADISE OPEN AIR MARKET
SURVEY SAYS AT THE TIKI TAVERN
Pickers Paradise is hosting an outdoor market where gifts, clothes, food, local crafts, home & garden, accessories and antiques are sold. Visit our Facebook Event Page to browse a number of vendors you might find on our Open Air Market! 1391 Southern Dunes Blvd, 9AM to 3PM. Find us on Facebook.
The PARTY continues Safety Harbor, with the NEWEST & HOTTEST GAME in town. This is NOT TRIVIA folks. If you like the classic game “Family Feud” then you’re going to LOVE this LIVE INTERACTIVE game. Come join the fun EVERY OTHER Wednesday @ 7at The Tiki Tavern in Downtown Safety Harbor. Learn more at www.thetikitavern.com.
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JUN 05
RUM PUNCH THURSDAYS
ZERO WASTE BRUNCH
The weekly vibe is back at D’Juction Island Bar & Restaurant! Ladies, it’s all about YOU! Free Parking! Food on sale! Drink specials! Use our official tag #RumPunchThursdays! Learn more at www.djunctionrestaurant.com.
Enjoy an epic sustainable brunch while helping charity in a beautiful beer garden! Featuring zero-waste beer cocktails and live music. Visit us at www.greenbenchbrewing.com.
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MAY 21
2ND ANNUAL TAMPA HEIGHTS CULTURAL FEST
FESTIVAL LATINO 2022
This is a multicultural family event with authentic Latin food, live music, handicraftsmen, food trucks and more. FREE Cover & FREE Parking www.bit.ly/3nMgVbc
We aim to attract acclaimed artists and vendors to the festival from a variety of fields that have a positive impact. In addition, the Festival supports and encourages the recognition and
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
METRO Health, Wellness & Community Social Activites, Educational Programs, Space Rental, HIV/AIDS Services & FREE Testing, LGBTQ Counseling, Community Resources & Referrals. www.metrotampabay.org.
LGBT Welcome Center Local LGBT coffee house, where you can meet friends, study, hold meetings, enjoy first dates, read a book, and participate in enriching programs and events. lgbtwelcomecenter.com. 2227 Central Avenue, St. Pete, 33713
ST. PETERSBURG 3251 3rd Ave. North, Ste. 125 St. Petersburg, FL 33713 TAMPA 1315 East 7th Avenue, Ste. 201, Tampa, FL 33605
GLSEN Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network. www.glsen.org. 6400 Canton Street South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
Balance Tampa Bay An LGBTQ volunteer organization promoting Fellowship, Fun and Philanthropy throughout the LGBTQ community. balancetampabay.org. 1802 N Howard Ave. #4529, Tampa, FL 33677
Francis House 4703 N. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 813-237-3066 | www.francishouse.org. Rainbow Recovery Club 3644B Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609 rainbowrecoveryclub.org
Front Runners Tampa Bay A club composed of LGBTQ and straight allies who meet to run, socialize, meet friends and have a great time. frontrunnerstampabay.org.
Out & Equal Out & Equal is the worlds’ premier nonprofit dedicated to achieving global LGBT workplace equality. outandequal.org | (415) 694-6500
Tampa Bay Diversity LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce. www.diversitytampabay.org 3251 3rd Ave N, Suite 125, St. Petersburg FL 33713 Equality Florida The largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s LGBTQ community. www.eqfl.org.
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE observance of the national Juneteenth Celebration. Learn more at online at eventbrite.com.
candidates. Learn more online at besthirecareerfairs.com.
JUN 18
OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KAVA CULTURE
TAMPA BAY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
JUL 13
Enjoy a block party atmosphere of live music from DJs, amazing Food Trucks, Retail Shopping, Food Drive, Toy Drive, Job Fair, Free Health Clinic, and much more fun for the WHOLE Community! Visit www.roctheblock.com.
Come out and enjoy a night of live local music! Are you an artist?? Come perform in a welcoming, supportive environment! Acts are 15 - 20 min long and all performers get to play! We are open to all types of musicians! www.kavaculture.com
JUN 18 - 19
JUL 21
ENDLESS NIGHT: TAMPA VAMPIRE BALL 2022
Endless Night presents the sixth annual Tampa Vampire Ball which will celebrate the Dayside Festival / Sumer Solstice. There will be a VIP “Tampa Vampire Salon,” the Vampire Salon Noir, hosted by Johanna Moresco of Subculture and Cruxshadows on Friday night from 10pm-3am. Learn more at www.endlessnight.com/tampa2022.
JULY JUL 03
YOGA IN THE PARK: FREE YOGA CLASS!
Treat Yourself to Our Weekly Yoga Class with the Amazing Liz McKean! We meet at Kava Culture around 9:30am and we walk over to Curtis Hixon Park for a 1 hour easy Yoga session. Beginners Welcomed & Encouraged! Learn more at www.kavaculture.com.
GAME NIGHT: HIP HOP BINGO
Every Thursday Hip Hop Bingo goes does down. Each round you can win cash prizes!! Live DJ, $5 food/Drink special, Comedian Host. Learn more about this vibe at hiphopcrab.com.
JUL 30
CRESCENT LAKE CLEAN UP
Friends of Crescent Lake (FOCL) is leading monthly clean ups of Crescent Lake. The clean-ups will reduce the debris load to Crescent Lake and ultimately to Tampa Bay. To participate, please register on EventBrite or contact SOUL directly at info@soullinc.com for more information on location and rendezvous point. We hope to see you there.
JUL 06
BESTHIRE CAREER FAIRS TAMPA
Best Hire Career Fairs has been providing the best hiring events in the country for the last three years. What sets us apart from our competition is identifying the type of experience and skill-sets employers are looking for and matching them with the best
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Condominium Associates.......front inside cover
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Condominium Associates.......front inside cover
GARAGE DOORS Overhead Door Company of Clearwater.............................. front cover, 11
REMODELING Larson Renovations, LLC.......back outside cover ROOFING CONTRACTOR Done Rite Roofing, Inc...................................13
GENRAL SURGERY St. Pete Surgical Specialist.............................13
SECURE SELF STORAGE The Lock Up Self Storage................................. 9
HARDSCAPES Premier Brick Pavers........................................ 1
SOLAR ENERGY CONTRACTOR The Real May Electric Solar.............................. 5
HOME & COMMERCIAL STORAGE The Lock Up Self Storage................................. 9
UROLOGY University Medical Service Association IncDept of Urology......................back inside cover
HVAC Paradise Air Inc................................................ 7 MED SPA Trusted Touch Med Spa..................................13 OVERHEAD DOORS Overhead Door Company of Clearwater.............................. front cover, 11 PAINTING CertaPro Painters of Hillsborough County.....15 PERSONAL INJURY Mickey Keenan PA........................................... 3
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