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LGBTQ+ Atlanta

Atlanta is the South’s most metropolitan city. In fact, over half its residents arrived from somewhere else. Like the city itself, “Hotlanta” attracts men and women from around the South who come here to live free.

Atlanta is the epicenter of the LGBTQ South. Home to a vibrant gay community, Atlanta boasts numerous must visit establishments and can’t-miss events. With such a rich culture filled with festivals, arts and fine dining, it’s easy to see why “The Advocate” dubbed Atlanta as America’s “gayest city” of 2010.

In fact, Atlanta is often referred to as the gay capital of the South. The gay bars and clubs are a bit spread out, but most cluster around the Midtown area.

You’ll need a car, so be sure to find a designated driver and hit this friendly and fun gay scene. Nightlife isn’t all Atlanta has to offer. With a flare for the arts, Atlanta offers visitors and residents a wide selection of museums, classical music venues and a thriving theatre scene.

Agave Restaurant

Native American decor set the stage for creative Southwestern small plates & entrees.

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA

a mano

Handmade pasta & other seasonal Italian dishes, in a cozy cottage with a snug bar & patio.

587 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA

Argosy

Stylish gastropub featuring New American fare & a vast craft beer list. 470 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA

Aviva by Kameel Downtown Cafe & juice bar providing locally sourced, classic Mediterranean meals. 225 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA

Big Kahuna Atlanta

Lively surf-themed hangout serving tropical drinks, burgers, customized tacos & more until late. 303 Peachtree Center Ave NE Atlanta, GA

Bones Restaurant

Steakhouse institution serving prime beef & seafood in clubby rooms with an old-school vibe. 3130 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA

Bread & Butterfly

Stylish cafe & bistro serving seasonal, French-inspired fare made with local ingredients.

290 Elizabeth St NE F, Atlanta, GA

Bulla Gastrobar

Made-to-order sangrias, served alongside Spanish & Catalan tapas. 60 11th St NE, Atlanta, GA

Campagnolo Restaurant + Bar

Seasonal Italian menu of pastas & mains. 980 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Cooks & Soldiers

Upscale restaurant serving Basque tapas & larger shareable portions. 691 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA

Dua Vietnamese Noodle Soup

Colorful space known for quick-serve pho & lemongrass tofu. 53 Broad St NW, Atlanta, GA

Ecco Midtown

Sleek spot for an ever-changing menu of seasonally inspired Continental fare. 40 7th St NE, Atlanta, GA

Glenn’s Kitchen

Seasonal American comfort food & cocktails in a sophisticated space at the Glenn Hotel. 110 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA

Lazy Betty

High-concept restaurant serving innovative tasting menus & wine pairings in a stylish setting. 1530 DeKalb Ave NE Suite f, Atlanta, GA

Little Bear

Rotating menu with international dishes, plus beer & cocktails. 71 Georgia Ave SE Unit A, Atlanta, GA

Lyla Lila

Upscale restaurant with a trendy vibe serving up southern European fare. 693 Peachtree St NE Unit 118 Atlanta, GA

Marcel

Serving throwback American steakhouse food. 1170 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA

Nan Thai Fine Dining

Classy Thai restaurant offering upscale eats & modern, Zenlike interior design. 1350 Spring St NW #1, Atlanta, GA

RESTAURANT GUIDE

Nikolai’s Roof

Upscale French-Russian dinner spot with city views is set on the 30th floor of the Hilton Hotel.

255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA

No Mas! Cantina

Mexican food & margaritas are accompanied by a vibrant decor. 180 Walker St SW Ste B, Atlanta, GA

Poor Calvin’s

Modern, intimate eatery featuring an Asian fusion menu, plus both classic & creative cocktails.

510 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Saltwood Charcuterie & Bar Hotel eatery featuring charcuterie plates from local sources as well as specialty cocktails.

1065 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA

Seven Lamps

Modern-rustic staple offers seasonal American fare, handmade pastas, craft cocktails & a courtyard.

3400 Around Lenox Rd #217 Atlanta, GA

South City Kitchen Buckhead

Inventive takes on Southern classics, including a popular brunch. 3350 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 175 Atlanta, GA

Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint

Dressed-up soul food spot serving refined takes on classics. 200 Peachtree St L05, Atlanta, GA

Ted’s Montana Grill

Old West-style steakhouse chain known for its burgers & chops made from bison. 133 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA

The Consulate

Rotating international small plates menu served in a lush, retro space with a stylish full bar. 10 10th St NW #P200, Atlanta, GA

The Vortex

Local fixture known for its burgers, beer & whiskey selection & offbeat, rock ‘n’ roll vibe. 438 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Thrive

American food, sushi & creative cocktails in a lounge-like dining room & bar with modern decor. 101 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA

TWO urban licks

American rotisserie fare & live blues are draws at this restaurant in a warehouse with city views.

820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA

EVENTS SCHEDULE

encourage folks to bring their own food as well.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3zGkqFZ

DECEMBER

DEC 1-24

CHRISTKINDL

MARKET

Find yourself taken back to an incredible, traditional German market at this year’s Atlanta Christkindl Market , hosted this year at The Buckhead Village District. Meet and mingle with your family & friends, and enjoy authentic German food and beverages in a festive atmosphere. Also find great holiday gifts for your beloved ones. For more info visit: christkindlmarket.org

DEC 9-26

THE NUTCRACKER

Atlanta Ballet’s newest version of The Nutcracker will be performed at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in December of 2022. This production

in the Garden.

For more info visit: bit.ly/2EM3aoR

JAN 17-18

ATLANTA DRAG

ALL STARS COMPETITION

Fabulous Queens will compete for a $10,000 cash prize!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3NxRAgI

FEBRUARY

FEB 10-12

MIDWINTER DREAMS

Let Atlanta Ballet take you into a world of dreams with four works that will awaken your soul with joy and passion, sorrow and heartbreak. For more info visit: bit.ly/3U255aJ

FEB 18-19

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Your family will fall in love as Atlanta Ballet 2 presents this enchanting shortened family ballet designed for our youngest audiences (ages 12 and

EVENTS SCHEDULE

one true love. For more info visit: bit.ly/3UgAKW0

MAR 24

INTERNATIONAL ANIME MUSIC FESTIVAL

The 2023 International Anime Music Festival is an immersive live concert experience starring the world’s leading anime pop stars, together on stage for the first time.

new musical mash-up extravaganza. For more info visit: bit.ly/3Usbmg1

APR 21-23

ATLANTA BEAR PRIDE

Atlanta Bear Pride is 3 days of bear themed events & parties showcasing the diversity of bear culture and bringing people from around the Southeast to converge on Atlanta for one big weekend.

BJ Roosters

Vibrant, industrial-style gay bar with beer on tap, plus pool tables, DJ music & male dancers.

2043 Cheshire Bridge Road NE Atlanta, GA

Blake’s on the Park

Straight-friendly gay bar with karaoke, live DJs & drag shows since 1988. 227 10th Street NE, Atlanta, GA

Bulldogs

A wide variety of drinks are available at this small gay night spot with DJs & a dance floor.

893 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA

Felix’s Atlanta

An energetic gay bar with regular karaoke shows, performers, DJs, dancing & drink specials.

1510 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Friends on Ponce

Unpretentious gay watering hole with pool tables, a jukebox, free Wi-Fi, poker nights & more.

736 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Mary’s

Relaxed bar caters to LGBTQ+ & mixedorientation crowd with karaoke & DJs. 1287 Glenwood Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA

Midtown Moon

Karaoke, drag shows & other live entertainment in a lively bar serving classic pub grub.

1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Mixx

Nightclub offering food & drinks, plus a dance floor & outdoor patio with a fireplace.

1492 Piedmont Ave NE Ste B Atlanta, GA

MSR My Sister’s Room

Lesbian nightspot in a 2-story setting featuring local beer, dancing, live shows & a pub menu. 1104 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

Oscar’s Bar

Martini bar playing music videos & offering several weekly theme nights. 1510 Piedmont Ave NE Unit C Atlanta, GA

The Heretic Atlanta

A rotating lineup of DJs & performers take the stage at this gay nightclub with theme nights. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE Atlanta, GA

The Hideaway

A casual gay bar with pool, darts, pinball & other games, plus theme nights & drink specials. 1544 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

The T

A casual neighborhood gay bar with karaoke, pool, video games, a jukebox & nightly specials. 465 Boulevard SE Suite 103-A Atlanta, GA

Tripp’s Bar

A friendly, casual gay bar with pub games, weekly food specials & live entertainment some nights. 1931 Piedmont Cir NE, Atlanta, GA

Woofs Sports Bar

Offering numerous screens to watch the game, this comfy gay hangout serves hearty pub fare.

494 Plasters Ave NE #200, Atlanta, GA

LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Atlanta Pride Committee

In charge of our beloved Pride Festival & Parade. atlantapride.org 1530 DeKalb Ave NE, Ste A, Atlanta GA

Georgia Equality

Advancing fairness, safety and opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies throughout the state. georgiaequality.org 1530 DeKalb Avenue NE, Ste A Atlanta, GA

Jerusalem House

Helps homeless and low-income families who are affected by HIV/AIDS. jerusalemhouse.org 17 Executive Park Dr #290, Atlanta, GA

Lost-n-Found Youth an Atlanta-based nonprofit that exists to end homelessness for LGBTQ+ and all

PFLAG Atlanta

Promoting the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ people, their families, and friends through support, education, and advocacy. pflagatlanta.org 2480 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA

Southern Fried Queer Pride

An Atlanta-based (on Muscogee & Cherokee land) organization empowering Black queer and QTPOC centered communities in the South through the arts. southernfriedqueerpride.com

Southerners On New Ground

Home for LGBTQ+ liberation across all lines of race, class, abilities, age, culture, gender, and sexuality in the South. southernersonnewground.org 561 W Whitehall St, Atlanta GA