THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
NEW YORK CITY Vol. 5
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT NEW YORK CITY
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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 NEW YORK CITY LGBTQ New York City Rich with the history of Stonewall, a lively LGBTQ community and the fabulosity of being the city that never sleeps, New York is so full of options it can be overwhelming. Don’t fret, it is not hard to plan the perfect queer-tinerary of the Big Apple. Seven days a week you can find what, and possibly who, you’re after no matter where you hang out on the continuum. Gay culture has spread its wings throughout New York and the well-known gay areas such as Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen and the Village are no longer your only option. Venture over to the Upper West Side, Queens, Park Slope or Brooklyn and expand your possibilities even further. After all, if you can make it there, you’ll make it anywhere - it’s up to you... You know the rest.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Felidia Acclaimed Manhattan East Side Flagship 243 E 58th Street, New York, NY
Market Belgian brasserie in heart of Chelsea 676 6th Avenue, New York, NY
Elmo restaurant and lounge For the beautiful crowd on the prowl Chelsea - 156 7th Avenue, New York, NY
Five Napkin Burger Wipe that mouth, you’re drooling 630 Ninth Avenue,New York, NY
Cafeteria Upscale comfort food Chelsea - 119 7 Avenue, New York, NY
Lasagna Ristorante Chelsea You know you want it 196 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY
Vynl Hells Kitchen Eclectic American with hint of Thai 756 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY
Tea and Sympathy Tea and Crumpets fit for a queen 108 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY
Big Gay Ice Cream Shop West Village Big Gay Ice Cream in the West Village West Village - 61 Grove St., New York, NY
Trailer Park Lounge & Grill Campy Chelsea fun 271 West 23rd Street, New York, NY
Arriba Arriba Midtown Where there’s always a fiesta 762 9th Avenue, New York, NY
B Bar Beige is gone, boys and girls East Village - 40 E. 4th Street, New York, NY
44 & X Casual comfort food with a little luxury Hell’s Kitchen - 622 10Th Avenue, New York, NY
Coffee Shop Models, models, everywhere models 29 Union Square West, New York, NY Big Gay Ice Cream Shop East Village Big Gay Ice Cream! 125 E 7th Street, New York, NY
East of Eighth Totally American, completely Chelsea 254 West 23rd Street, New York, NY
Becco Lidia Bastianich’s Restaurant Row home run Hell’s Kitchen - 355 West 46th Street, New York, NY
Lips New Location! East Side - 227 East 56th Street, New York, NY
Intermezzo The Upscale yet Casual Italian eatery 202 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY
Cowgirl Hall of Fame Corn dogs, Frozen Blood Orange Margaritas, and Frito Pie? Run, don’t walk. 519 Hudson Street, New York, NY
HK Power lunching has never been so stylish Hell’s Kitchen - 523 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY
One if by Land, Two if by Sea Food to seduce you West Village - 17 Barrow St., New York, NY
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2020 EVENT SCH E DULE MAY
JUNE
MAY 22-24
JUN 1-7
Annual festival, themed “Renaissance: Arts Alive 25” this year, celebrates its 25th anniversary, showing how Coronavirus will not quench the artistic output of this fabled neighborhood. The festival will now be virtual. For details visit theaterforthenewcity.net.
NYC Independent Film Festival celebrates the independent filmmaker with screenings, panels, and parties at the Producers Club. In light of these events, we are moving the festival online and streaming all the great films selected for the 11th Annual NYC Independent Film Festival. Visit bingewave.com/f/nyciff.
MAY 29 - JUN 7
JUN 21 6:00PM
LOWER EAST SIDE FESTIAL OF THE ARTS
NYC INDIE FILM FESTIVAL
BROOKLYN FILM FESTIVAL
SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
Watch 148 films made by independent filmmakers from 27 countries during the Brooklyn Film Festival. BFF will show 148 films grouped into 37 two-hour program blocks. Due to the current situation, BFF this year will be staged online only and offer FREE of Charge via our website. Viewers must register an account with the festival, have their address verified, and login to view any of the 2020 films featured on our website. All films will play via our website brooklynfilmfestival.org.
The Summer Solstice is the longest and most light-filled day of the year, and one of our favorite occasions to celebrate at Socrates! In honor of the current exhibition, ‘Chronos Cosmos: Deep Time, Open Space’, we’ll be taking our festivities from high-energy daylight to reflective starlit nighttime, exploring the celestialterrestrial connection and otherworldly origins of expression and art. Visit socratessculpturepark.org.
MAY 30-31
JUN 27 2:00PM
BOOK CON
RED HOOK FEST
BookCon is the event where storytelling and pop culture collide. Experience the origin of the story in all its forms by interacting with the authors, publishers, celebrities and creators of content that influence everything we read, hear and see. BookCon is an immersive experience that features interactive, forward thinking content including Q&As with the hottest talent, autographing sessions, storytelling podcasts, special screenings, literary quiz shows and so much more. BookCon is the ultimate celebration of books, where your favorite stories come to life. Join us for book Con online at bookcon.com.
A lineup of New York’s most progressive and talented performers will share music and dance from their homes and studios. Hook Arts Media will also highlight the relief efforts in Red Hook, spotlighting local individuals, essential workers, and nonprofits’ efforts to provide resources and comfort during this challenging time. Visit us online at RedHookFest.com.
JUN 28 11:00AM
DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON®
A Native American Festival and Multicultural Celebration. Activities also include Native American crafts, storytelling, international cuisine and a World Market Tent. In keeping with
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Marc Forgione Bold farm-to-table cuisine in candlelit, rustic-chic environs attracts romanceminded foodies. 134 Reade St New York, New York, NY
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Harlem is sizzling hot Harlem - 646 West 131st Street, New York, NY Junior’s Cheesecake & Desserts TASTY!!! Times Square - West 45th Street,New York, NY
abcV Vegan spot by Jean-Georges Vongerichten for seasonal plates, tonics & cocktails inside ABC Carpet. 38 E 19th St, New York, NY
Estela Small plates made with market ingredients & Mediterranean twists served in an unfussy cafe space. 47 E Houston St, New York, NY
Racines NY Small offshoot of a Parisian bistro serving French food with organic, biodynamic wines. 94 Chambers St, New York, NY
Riverpark Farm-to-table American cuisine served in an architecturally rich dining room, patio & bar area. 450 E 29th St, New York, NY
Hirohisa Refined, seasonal Japanese cuisine, with omakase & choice sakes, in a minimalist open kitchen. 73 Thompson St, New York, NY
Piccola Cucina Osteria Siciliana Simple Italian outpost serving salads & homestyle pastas along with an extensive wine list. 196 Spring St, New York, NY
Macao Trading Co A bi-level, 1940s gambling parlor sets an exotic backdrop for Chinese-Portuguese small plates. 311 Church St, New York, NY
Hillstone Upscale chain eatery featuring steak, seafood & pasta alongside specialty cocktails. 153 E 53rd St, New York, NY
Peopolino Unpretentious trattoria serving Tuscan food w/daily specials & brunch every day. 281 W Broadway, New York, NY
Chef Chef Tom Colicchio’s refined, farm-fresh American fare served in an elegantly understated space. 43 E 19th St, New York, NY
Tofu Tofu Korean classics like bibimbap & BBQ dishes served in an airy, brick-lined space with a tin ceiling. 96 Bowery, New York, NY
Upstate Small oyster bar w/a rotating roster of craft beers, known for its popular happy hour. 95 1st Avenue, New York, NY
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BAR GU ID E Dianne & Elisabeth
Boots and Saddle
Wine and cocktail bar in the Heart of 644 10th Avenue, New York, NY
West Village - 100A 7th Avenue South, New York, NY
The Eagle NYC
Gym Sportsbar
Very popular leather bar Chelsea - 554 W 28th Street, New York, NY
A genuine sports bar Chelsea - 167 8th Avenue, New York, NY
The Monster
Ty’s
A West Village institution West Village - 80 Grove Street, New York, NY
This friendly neighborhood bar since the 70s West Village - 114 Christopher Street, New York, NY
Boxers NYC
Barracuda
The new gay sports bar in town Chelsea - 37 West 20th Street, New York, NY
Still popular Chelsea meeting place 275 W 22nd Street, New York, NY
Therapy
Posh
Hell’s Kitchen hot spot 348 W 52nd Street, New York, NY
Hip, comfortable and crowded lounge 405 W 51st Street, New York, NY
Stonewall
Henrietta Hudson
It’s the Stonewall riots for this reason 53 Christopher Street, New York, NY
New York’s most popular lesbian bar West Village - 438 Hudson Street, New York, NY
The Cock New Location East Village - 93 2nd Avenue, New York, NY
Eastern Bloc
Industry Bar After work delights 355 West 52nd Street, New York, NY
East Village hot-spot with hot east village boys and go-gos East Village - 505 E 6th Street, New York, NY
Nowhere
Pieces
Edgy basement bar with a varied crowd 322 E 14th Street, New York, NY
Longstanding West Village hotspot West Village - 8 Christopher Street, New York, NY
The Duplex
Boiler Room
Come sing along to the piano bar or a show in the upstairs theater West Village - 61 Christopher Street New York, NY
East Village institution with a great jukebox 86 E 4th Street, New York, NY
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2020 EVENT SCH E DULE the underlying theme of environmental awareness and education, DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON® will continue to feature an Environmental Tent and a free bicycle valet for attendees who ride their bike to the park. Details at drumsalongthehudson.org.
AUGUST AUG 6-9
HIP HOP FILM FEST
Hip Hop Film Festival screens films by “150 filmmakers, screenwriters, and storytellers who represent the culture from all over the world” and holds parties at National Black Theatre in Harlem. Visit hiphopfilmfestival.org.
JULY JUL 18
NY BIKE JUMBLE
AUG 8
The New York Bike Jumble returns to Washington/JJ Byrne Park around the Old Stone House at Fifth Avenue and 4th street in Park Slope, Brooklyn. for the eigth year in a row.
LI CRAFT CLASSIC
The Long Island Craft Classic: the most anticipated beer, wine, cider and bbq event of the summer. Admission also includes a BBQ sandwich and side from event caterer, Bobbique. Learn more at licraftclassic.com.
Fulfill all your cycling needs for the summer! Get yourself a new or used bike, new and used accessories, clothing, collectibles, artwork, overstocks, and bargains galore. Details at nybikejumble.com.
AUG 28 - SEP 6
NY INTL AUTO SHOW
New York International Auto Show is billed as the nation’s first and most attended at Jacob Javits Center. Moved from April to August, don’t miss out. Visit autoshowny.com for details.
JUL 25
OZY FEST
The OZY Fest 2020 lineup brings together game-changers and changemakers who are ahead of their time and worthy of yours.
AUG 29 12:00PM-10:00PM NYC MARGARITA MARCH
An awesome day of fun, excitement, entertainment and of course, excellent Margaritas! Enjoy the best Margaritas at 8 of NYC’s leading bars and restaurants, all included in your ticket. Details at margaritamarch.com/nyc.
Discover the world more broadly and more boldly by introducing you to the New and the Next — rising stars, fresh trends, provocative ideas and boundarypushing culture — through events, TV shows, stories, podcasts and more. Visit ozy.com.
AUG 29-30
JAZZ AGE LAWN PARTY
Wear a flapper costume and dance to the Dreamland Orchestra at Jazz Age Lawn Party, which includes dance lessons, dance contests, food vendors, 1920s cars, croquet, and a kidland on Governors Island. Details at jazzagelawnparty.com.
JUL 26
JAMAICAN JERK FEST
New York’s Biggest Caribbean Food and Music Festival – delivering an enjoyable experience of food, music and entertainment for the ultimate Caribbean cultural event. For details and safety measures, please visit jerkfestivalny.com.
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER
seminars, and cocktail parties at Pier 92/94. Visit artexponewyork.com.
SEP 12-13
OCT 29
NYC HOT SAUCE EXPO
WHISKY FEST NY
You’ll find hot sauce tastings, food vendors, eating contests, live music, craft beer, cocktails, and awards at NYC Hot Sauce Expo at Brooklyn Expo Center. Visit nychotsauceexpo.com.
Meet the whisky distillers, master blenders, and other whisky experts who will be in attendance. Details at whiskyfest.com.
OCT 30
SEP 20
MONSTER BALL 2020
OMPAHFEST
The World Famous Stage 48 Halloween Costume Contest. Blood sucking aerial performances and shocking fire displays will take place throughout 4 rooms and 50,000 square feet of pure terror. Six possessed DJs will provide a shamanic soundtrack that will keep partygoers rocking to a ghoulish rhythm until the wee hours of the morning. Visit eventbrite.com.
Ompahfest features German and Austrian food, beer, music, and dance at Plattduetsche Park in Franklin Square. Details at parkrestaurant.com.
SEP 22 11:00AM-6:00PM FLATBUSH FROLIC
This year the Flatbush Frolic will feature food, dance, live music, a pizza eating contest, children’s area, main stage, a non-for-profit area, local businesses and more! Visit fdconline.org.
NOVEMBER NOV 7
SEP 26
BROOKLYN CRUSH WINE & ARTISANAL FOOD FESTIVAL
ESCAPE NEW YORK
Escape New York has scenic rides ranging from 25 to 100 miles. Begin in Sakura Park, cross the George Washington Bridge, and return to a finish-line festival. Visit enynycc.org.
New York Wine Events is transforming Industry City into an East Coast Napa Valley alongside an artisanal food extravaganza. Visit us online at newyorkwineevents.com.
SEP 26-27
NOV 9-15
CRAFT NEW YORK 2020
NYC’s most unique curated shopping event! Get ready to be wowed by 175 of America’s finest craft people at Artrider’s newest show! Shop for items that you can’t find anywhere else in the city! Details at artrider.com/craftnewyork-2020.
NEW YORK COMEDY FESTIVAL
OCTOBER
Promises “a night of Scottish and Native American fashion, food, drinks [open bar], and dancing benefitting the Navy Seal Foundation” at Harold Pratt House. Visit dressedtokilt.com.
Features big-name comedians, special sketch and improvisational comedy, panel discussions, and benefit shows. Visit nycomedyfestival.com.
NOV 13
DRESSED TO KILT
OCT 1-4
ARTEXPO NY
Billed as the world’s largest fine art trade show, Artexpo New York offers new works by 400 exhibitors, educational
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
THE CENTER The center of New York city’s LGBT community. Chelsea - 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY
FREEDOM TO MARRY Campaigning to win marriage Chelsea - 116 W 23rd St Fl 5 , New York, NY
THE MEN EVENT The Next Level of Networking 555 8th Avenue, Suite 810, New York, NY
HETRICK-MARTIN INSTITUTE Home of the Harvey Milk High School East Village - 2 Astor Place, New York, NY
NEW YORK GAY AND LESBIAN TASK FORCE Taking care of the community and developing the next generation of LBGT leaders. 80 Maiden Lane, Suite 1504, New York, NY
APICHA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER Primary Care and free HIV/STD Testing Tribeca - 400 Broadway, New York, NY NEHIRIM Gay Jewish retreats Financial District - 125 Maiden Lane Suite 8B, New York, NY
BROADWAY CARES EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS Coming together to fight AIDS Midtown - 165 West 46th Street, New York, NY
BLOC - BROTHERHOOD OF LEATHERMEN OF COLOR Coalition of gay leathermen of color West Village - The Center - 208 West 13Th Street, New York, NY
GAY MEN’S HEALTH CRISIS GMHC is here to help you Midtown - 450 W 33rd Street, New York, NY POINT FOUNDATION The National LGBT Scholarship Fund 1357 Broadway, Suite 401, New York, NY TECTONIC THEATER PROJECT Moisés Kaufman sets the standard 520 8th Avenue, Suite 313, New York, NY
COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NETWORK Community League Health Center Serving Washington Heights since 1968 Washington Heights - 1996 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY
THEATRE ASKEW NYC’s premiere producer of queer theater 1603 Cooper Station, New York, NY
IMPERIAL COURT OF NEW YORK NYC fundraisers with flair East Side - 208 East 13th Street, New York, NY
FUNDERS FOR GAY AND LESBIAN ISSUES Philanthropists are there, and Funders for Lesbian and Gay Issues know where they are East Side - 116 E 16th St Fl 7, New York, NY
AMFAR NEW YORK The foundation for AIDS research 120 Wall Street, 13th Floor, New York, NY LAWYERS FOR CHILDREN Advocacy project for LGBTQ youth in foster care Soho - 110 Lafayette Street, New York, NY
ONYX NY Leather men of color 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY
SAFE HORIZON Helping homeless youth Financial District - 2 Lafayette Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY
NEW YORK BEAR DEN Bear Meetings Queens Pride House, 76-11 37th Avenue, Jackson Heights Queens, NY
YOUNG MEN’S CLINIC Men’s Needs 21 Audubon Avenue, New York, NY
FRIENDS IN DEED The Crisis Center for Life-Threatening Illness Soho - 594 Broadway, Suite 706, New York, NY
MAC AIDS FUND Making a difference one VIVA GLAM lipstick at a time 130 Prince Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY
AIDS SERVICE CENTER - NEW YORK State-of-the-art peer education and testing 41 E. 11th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCOUNTING Goldburd & Co LLP.................................................. 25
INSURANCE John Garfinkel- State Farm.....................front cover, 3
ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER Parallax Center Inc........................... back inside cover
KITCHEN & BATH FIXTURES Kolson Korenge........................................................ 5
ADOPTIONS Spence - Chapin Services to Children & Families... 20
LASER HAIR REMOVAL Uplift Spa NYC........................................................ 10
BOAT SALES Bassett Yacht & Boat Sales...................................... 16
MARKETING RESEARCH Focus Pointe Global................................................ 23
CHARTER SCHOOL Manhattan Charter School........................................ 9
MENS GROOMING Suite 303 Salon...................................................... 27
CIVIL RIGHTS LAW The Law Office of Jeffrey L. Emdin...front inside cover
NON PROFIT Spence - Chapin Services to Children & Families... 20
COSMETIC IMPLANT DENTISTRY Paul L. Gregory DDS.................................................. 1
ORTHODONTICS Paul L. Gregory DDS.................................................. 1
CPA Braverman CPA PC.................................................. 19
PLASTIC SURGERY Shah Plastic Surgery............................................... 27
CRIMINAL DEFENSE The Law Office of Jeffrey L. Emdin...front inside cover
REAL ESTATE New Image Realty Corp.......................................... 27
CUSTOM RADIATOR & PTAC COVERS Wooden Radiator Cabinet Co................................. 21
RECYCLING SERVICES Metropolitan Recycling.......................................... 13
DECORATIVE DOOR & CABINET HARDWARE Kolson Korenge........................................................ 5
RESTAURANT Le District.......................................back outside cover
DENTIST- FAMILY Paul L. Gregory DDS.................................................. 1
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Flushing House........................................................ 7
ELDER LAW The Law Offices of Brian A Rapham PC................... 15
SALON Suite 303 Salon...................................................... 27
ESTATE PLANNING & WILLS The Law Offices of Brian A Rapham PC................... 15
TAX LITIGATION Goldburd McCone LLP............................................ 24
EVENT VENUE Affirmation Arts....................................................... 17
WEALTH MANAGEMENT Winkler Wealth....................................................... 10
FAMILY & MATRIMONIAL LAW The Law Office of Jeffrey L. Emdin...front inside cover
WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING Successful Affairs.................................................... 11
FINANCIAL PLANNING Winkler Wealth....................................................... 10 FUNERAL HOME Henry M. Gutterman Funeral Directors.................. 21
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