ABOUT
LGBTQ+ Palm Beaches
Slip into Palm Beach’s 55-room, Beaux-Arts-style Whitehall Flagler Museum before strolling Worth Avenue, the east coast version of Rodeo Drive, and dining at the 140-acre oceanfront resort, The Breakers.
Then, come take a stroll down The Square, an upscale outdoor shopping mall complex located in downtown West Palm Beach along Rosemary Avenue. While there you can enjoy shopping, a comedy show at Improv Comedy Club, a number of great bars and restaurants as well.
If you’re looking for more nightlife, it can be found nearby in walking distance on Clematis Street. Explore the heart of the local gay community in West Palm Beach, site of a few gay bars and Compass, the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of the Palm Beaches, which presents the area’s annual PrideFest in Lake Worth’s waterside Bryant Park.
Our Community USA also calls Palm Beach County home, with our office located in West Palm Beach.
RESTAURANT GUIDE
3rd & 3rd
Relaxed option featuring New American fare & cocktails.
301 NE 3rd Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Akira Back
Named after its Michelin-starred chef, this high-end eatery serves creative Japanese cuisine.
233 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Andy’s Latin Food
Cuisines such as Venezuelan, Colombian, Brazilian, Mexican, Cuban and much more!
9920 FL A1AAlt Ste 803, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Avocado Grill
Breezy, retro hangout with outdoor seating, offering seasonal small plates & cocktails.
125 Datura St, West Palm Beach, FL
Batch New Southern Kitchen and Tap
Comfort food classics, desserts & cocktails, plus an extensive whiskey list.
223 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Chris’ Taverna
Buzzy, basic restaurant delivering a menu of sizable & traditional Greek standards.
4774 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL
Chunkay
Women-Owned restaurant featuring an authentic, modern Trinidadian Cuisine.
8344 Garden Rd, Riviera Beach, FL
Clary’s Corner Cafe
Intimate eatery offering elevated American breakfast & lunch fare.
1500 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Dada
Set inside an offbeat old house, this American cafe features a tree-filled patio & live music.
52 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Dave’s Last Resort & Raw Bar
Hopping tavern with sports on TV & patio serves seafood in casual digs amid kitschy aquatic accents.
632 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Dive Bar Restaurant
Buzzing eatery offering sushi & a raw bar. 318 South US-1, Jupiter, FL
Don Ramon Restaurante Cubano
Sangria washes down classic Cuban eats.
7101 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL
Driftwood
Seafood, classic American entrees & creative cocktails. 2005 S Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach, FL
Dune Dog Cafe
Key West inspired hub offers hot dogs, sandwiches & salads in a friendly space.
775 FL A1AAlt, Jupiter, FL
Echo Palm Beach
Refined pan-Asian eats & sushi in a contemporary space with a hip vibe & lively bar scene.
230A Sunrise Ave, Palm Beach, FL
Galley
Upmarket, locally focused bistro fare. 600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse Kitchen
Grass-fed steaks, bison meatloaf & organic salads served in a chic setup. 204 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Giuseppe’s Cafe
Pasta, seafood, dessert & espresso in an unassuming Italian eatery.
67 S Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL
Grease Burger Beer and Whiskey Bar
Sports-oriented bar boasts specialty burgers & countless craft brews. 213 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Guanabanas Restaurant
Island-themed seafood specialist featuring a tiki bar, live music.
960 N Hwy A1A, Jupiter, FL
Guarapo’s Cuban Cuisine
Laid-back stop featuring Cuban specialties served amid colorful murals, plus outside seating.
1795 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL
Hachi Asian Cuisine & Grill
Serving Thai, Korean & Japanese dishes in a low-key space with booth seating.
809 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Hokkaido Hibachi & Sushi
Festive Japanese spot with hibachi fare prepared tableside, plus sushi, a full bar & poker nights.
1200 Town Center Dr #125, Jupiter, FL
Hullabaloo
Trendy gastropub for Italian fare, cocktails & brews, with a vintage Airstream camper on the patio.
517 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
IL Bellagio Italian Restaurant
Trattoria in an open-air shopping mall offering Italian classics & outdoor dining by fountains.
600 S Rosemary Ave #170, West Palm Beach, FL
Jojo’s Raw Bar & Grill
Low-key seafood joint with daily specials & happy hours, plus TVs showing sports & an outdoor patio.
13889 Wellington Trace A-20, Wellington, FL
Kapow Noodle Bar
Contemporary Southeast Asian cuisine with a South Florida vibe.
519 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Ke’e Grill
Restaurant presenting steaks & seafood amid tropical-inspired accents.
17940 N Military Trl #700, Boca Raton, FL
Kontiki Wine & Raw Bar Restaurant
Atmospheric wine bar serving global, Asian-tinged plates plus sushi.
13860 Wellington Trace #21-22, Wellington, FL
Lilo’s Streetfood & Bar
Street food from American staples to global options.
701 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Lola’s Seafood Eatery
Lively New England-style seafood spot with fried & raw clams & oysters.
4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Lynora’s WPB
Family owned and operated Italian restaurant.
207 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Malakor Thai Cafe
Colorful Thai eatery featuring familiar dishes & a sushi bar.
425 25th St, West Palm Beach, FL
Palm Beach Grill
Buzzy, casual eatery is a local draw for New American fare & specialties.
340 Royal Poinciana Way #336, Palm Beach, FL
Pelican Restaurant
Cozy cafe with a beachy vibe serving American breakfast daily plus Indian dinners on Fridays.
610 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Pistache French Bistro
Hip French cafe turning out traditional cuisine in art-nouveau-style digs by Centennial Park.
101 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Positano Italian Restaurant
Dinner-only mainstay featuring elevated Italian fare & wines.
4400 N Federal Hwy #190, Boca Raton, FL
RH Rooftop Restaurant
Elegant, rooftop destination offering an array of classic American dishes & wine.
560 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL
Table 26 Palm Beach
Elegant, airy, nautically themed eatery with a swanky bar & a menu of global comfort food.
1700 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL
The Cooper
Buzzy eatery with a patio serving local, seasonal New American fare & cocktails.
4610 PGA Boulevard Ste 100, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The Woods Jupiter
Vibrant outpost featuring New American plates & cocktails.
129 Soundings Ave, Jupiter, FL
Tub Tim Thai & Sushi Restaurant
Thai curries, noodles & sushi rolls served in a cozy environment. 2815 FL-7 #100, Wellington, FL
Voodoo Bayou
Features unique craft cocktails accompanied with a mouth-watering Cajun & Creole cuisine.
11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave #5095, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
EVENTS SCHEDULE
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JUN 29
BILINGUAL STORYTIME: LGBTQ+ RAINBOW FAMILIES!
Enjoy fun stories and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2-3. (45 min.) Call (561) 304-4500 to preregister.Presented by Lantana Road Branch. Disfruta cuentos divertidos y canciones en inglés y en español. Edades 2-3. (45 min.) Se requiere registrarse.
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JULY
JUL 13
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT
This highly popular, award-winning weekly concert series is the place to be for great music, mouth-watering foods, and great times with family and friends. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/2p8wsw2v
For more info visit: jasonmraz.com/events
AUG 18
BEYONCÉRENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR
Beyoncé hasn’t performed in Miami since 2018, so you can bet that Beyoncé Florida fans are more excited than ever for her concert at Hard Rock Stadium this August. The Renaissancesupporting tour is your chance to hear new music like “CUFF IT” and “BREAK MY SOUL.”
For more info visit: tour.beyonce.com
SEPTEMBER
SEP 9
FEMALE BREW FEST
FemAle Brew Fest is a craft beer festival for ALL beer lovers! the festival is not just about serving beers. This beer festival is a platform highlighting and featuring female beer experts and brewers in the beer
EVENTS SCHEDULE
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OCTOBER
OCT 19-29
OUTSHINE LGBTQ+ FILM FESTIVAL
Outshine is everything you want in a film festival... inviting, glowing, and eclipsing all others before it.
Our mission is to inspire, entertain, and educate; encouraging a sense of community through international and culturally diverse film, video, and other media that offer historical and contemporary perspectives on the LGBTQ+ experience.
The Fort Lauderdale Edition of OUTshine takes place October 19 - 29. For more info visit: outshinefilm.com
SUNSET TEQUILA FESTIVAL
A celebration of all things agave!
Art, music, food & tech.
November 4th, 2023 at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton, Florida. For more info visit: sunsettequilafest.com
NOV 11
BOCA RATON
WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Please your palate, step into your stride at one of the best outdoor festivals in South Florida - A Culinary Affair!
The Boca Raton Festivals 12th Annual Celebration of the Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival takes place on Saturday, November 11th, 2023. The festivities will take place in Sanborn Square Park in the heart of downtown Boca Raton, Florida just south of Mizner Park. For more info visit: bocaratonwineandfoodfestival.com
BAR GUIDE
Bamboo Room
A great live music venue.
25 S J St, Lake Worth, FL
Camelot
Stylish, trendy cocktail bar/lounge with a Kennedy-inspired Cape Cod vibe.
114 S Narcissus Ave, West Palm Beach, FL
Clematis Social
Buzzing, funky nightclub with DJ’d music & a retro vibe.
219 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Honey Delray
Trendy, lounge-style nightspot offering craft cocktails, whiskey & wine.
16 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Mad Hatter Lounge
Welcoming Lake Worth hangout.
1532 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL
Propaganda
Offers a weekly Drag Show. 6 S J St, Lake Worth, FL
Rhum Shak
“Locals” kind of feel bar & music venue. 802 Lake Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Roxy’s Pub
Lively Irish themed bar w/a rooftop view. 309 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL
Sweetwater Cool & friendly gastropub.
1507 S Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach, FL
The Blind Monk
Chic, dimly lit tapas bar with affordable wines & small bites. 410 Evernia St #107, West Palm Beach, FL
LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Arts Garage
Innovative, diverse, and accessible visual and performing arts experiences.
artsgarage.org
94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Compass Community Center
Promotes awareness of the caring nature of our diverse LGBTQ+ community.
compassglcc.com
201 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL
Equality Florida
The largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s LGBTQ+ community. eqfl.org
Gay Polo League
Providing its members with unique, supportive and competitive experiences around the globe.
LGBTQ Freedom Fund
Pays bail to secure the safety and liberty of individuals in jail and immigration detention.
lgbtqfund.org
1730 S Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL
Pajaro Pride
Start collecting Pajaro Pride, a LGBTQA+ owned business.
pajaropride.com
Palm Beach County Human Rights Council
Florida’s oldest, independent, nonpartisan, political organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
pbchrc.org
Prism PRISM aims to provide LGBTQ+ youth