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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 a constantly growing scene of arts, fine dining, festivals and parties, it’s clear why Yaas-lanta is a top destination for LGBTQ+ visitors.

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.

RESTAURANT GUIDE

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 & gin drinks, served with 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

Guac y Margys

Colorful eatery offering classic tacos & vegetarian options, plus a lively bar serving margaritas.

661 Auburn Ave NE #120, 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 #118, Atlanta, GA

Marcel

Serving throwback American steakhouse food.

1170 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA

RESTAURANT GUIDE

Nan Thai Fine Dining

Classy Thai restaurant offering upscale eats & modern, Zenlike interior design.

1350 Spring St NW #1, Atlanta, GA

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 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 & 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 #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

RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR

Music superstar Beyoncé returns to Mercedes-Benz Stadium as part of her Renaissance World Tour. She is the most-awarded artist in Grammy history with 32 wins, and has sold 200 million albums worldwide, earning eight Billboard No. 1 hits.

For more info visit: tinyurl.com/32chsjk6

SEPTEMBER

SEP 3

PURE HEAT COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

The annual Pure Heat Community Festival, known as a free “day of unity,” is a cultural event that includes market and food vendors, live celebrity and local performers, entertainment, educational forums, prizes & giveaways – all designed to bring together the spirit of community, pride, and vision.

For more info visit: pureheatcommunityfestival.com

OCTOBER

OCT 14-15

ATLANTA PRIDE FESTIVAL

Each year, the Atlanta Pride Committee strives to include talent and events that provide a wide range of entertainment for Festival goers and 2023’s lineup will not disappoint!

This year’s Festival and Parade are still free of charge thanks to the support of our sponsors and partners. For more info visit: atlantapride.org

OCT 20-21

SAVANNAH PRIDE 2023

Celebrate and support being queer in the south by joining us for pop-up events all throughout the week leading up to The First City Pride Center’s Savannah Pride Festival, October 20th21st in Ellis Square next to Savannah’s historic City Market. For more info visit: firstcitypridecenter.org/savannah-pride

EVENTS SCHEDULE

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 1-31

GARDEN LIGHTS, HOLIDAY NIGHTS

While plenty of the show’s fan-favorite features return, guests can expect new twists, including an all-new exhibition in the Anne Cox Chambers Garden by French artist Cédric LeBorgne and three massive sculptures from the

Toronto born Noah Reid is known mostly for his work on television, film and stage. If you’re a fan of the popular series Schitt’s Creek, then chances are you’ve heard of the actor. But it wasn’t until recently that the world got a glimpse of his serious musical talent. In 2015, Reid was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Song in the feature film

“People Hold On”. In 2017, Reid’s soulful acoustic cover of Tina Turner’s pop hit “The Best” on CBC’s Schitt’s Creek cracked #3 on the iTunes Canada Charts. That directed fans all over the world to Reid’s 2016 debut solo album

“Songs From A Broken Chair”. With a songwriting style that touches on the singer-songwriters of the seventies and an honest, contemporary delivery, Reid is a combination of old and new, of polished and rusted over. For more info visit:

tinyurl.com/2s4e74pa

BAR GUIDE

Atlanta Eagle

Low-key gay leather bar with pool, dancing, karaoke & theme nights.

1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA

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

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