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Bar Guide & Event Schedule
UPSTATE NY
THE PREMIER L G B T Q + BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
Vol. 5
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS RESTAURANT GUIDE EVENTS SCHEDULE BAR GUIDE LGBTQ+ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS BUSINESS DIRECTORY ABOUT 04 06 08 16 17 20
LGBTQ+ Upstate New York
From a spectacular viticulture industry to an expansive selection of restaurants, Upstate New York is ideal for all foodies. It will also amaze visitors, residents and college students with its breathtaking scenery and great number of museums and cultural activities available.
The Finger Lakes has become the nation’s largest winegrowing region east of California. More than 100 wineries are located within the Finger Lakes’ micro-climate. Notable for its signature Riesling, the region is celebrated for its aromatic whites. The region also produces ciders, meads, and spirits, all of which are showcased at events such as the annual Finger Lakes Wine Festival.
Nestled among gorges and waterfalls, Cornell’s 745-acre campus offers spectacular vistas of the lake and surrounding landscape. Syracuse offers big-city amenities with a small-town feel: a symphony orchestra, an opera company, professional sports teams, museums and art galleries.
Photography and film aficionados might consider a visit to Rochester’s Eastman Museum, the world’s oldest museum dedicated to photography. For more art, consider Saratoga Springs, home to the fabled artists’ community Yaddo.
Upstate New York has something for everyone, come experience it for yourself!
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ABOUT
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Abbiocco by A Mano
Family-run Italian restaurant making fresh pasta from local produce.
344 S Warren St, Syracuse, NY
Francesca’s Cucina
Extensive Italian menu dished in rustic quarters with a garden patio.
545 N Salina St, Syracuse, NY
Lemon Grass Restaurant
Upscale Thai choice sports colorful art on dark walls, sidewalk tables & an acclaimed wine list.
113 Walton St, Syracuse, NY
Modern Malt
Clever American comfort food, plus allday breakfast & craft cocktails, in a hip, throwback setting.
325 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY
Nosh
Modern American fare & craft cocktails served in a restored factory with industrial-chic decor.
47 Russell St, Rochester, NY
Pastabilities
Contemporary eatery serves homemade pasta dishes & Italian-American fare in a warm, brick interior.
311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY
Phoebe’s Restaurant
American bistro serving a seasonal menu, with an attached coffee bar.
900 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY
Rooney’s Restaurant
Intimate spot offering an upscale American menu & long wooden bar. 90 Henrietta St, Rochester, NY
Tapas 177
Global small plates from egg rolls to empanadas in a dimly lit space with courtyard & salsa dancing.
177 St Paul St, Rochester, NY
The Fish Friar
Fried & broiled seafood, plus po’ boys, sides & draft beer.
239 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY
The Gate House
Creative burgers & wood-fired pizzas served in a casual American cafe.
274 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY
The Owl House
Creative, vegan-friendly American plates & craft beer.
75 Marshall St, Rochester, NY
Tony D’s
Coal-fired ovens turn out thin-crust pizzas in a bustling spot with Italian entrees.
1290 University Ave, Rochester, NY
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
orientation or gender identity! For more info visit: tinyurl.com/ydz4wdh9
SEP 15-17
BORDERLAND FESTIVAL
Borderland is a three-day music and arts festival with craft beer, culture, artisans and food at Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora, New York. For more info visit: borderlandfestival.com
SEP 19-24
DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY
Dixie Longate is the fast-talking, gum chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal who is bringing your grandma’s Tupperware party into the 21st century. Audiences howl with laughter as Dixie demonstrates the many alternative uses for the iconic plastic kitchen staple. Filled with outrageously funny tales, heartfelt accounts, audience participation and a little bit of empowerment and homespun wisdom, Dixie’s Tupperware Party leaves
OCT 19
LATINE HERITAGE MONTH AND FIFTH ANNUAL LGBTQ+ HISTORY MONTH POTASH
COLLABORATIVE KEYNOTE: SALINA ESTITTIES
Join Multicultural Affairs and the LGBTQ Resource Center for our joint Latine Heritage Month and LGBTQ+ History Month Potash Keynote, featuring drag performer Salina EsTitties. The event is free, and doors open at 6:45 p.m. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/2kewywfk
NOVEMBER
NOV 17-18
GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LAUGHS CONTINUE
Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue is a professional stage show unlike any other Golden Girls tribute that you might have experienced. The play is written by Robert Leleux, author of The Memoirs of a Beautiful Boy and The
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
acclaimed, The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show (Produced by BenDeLaCreme Presents).
For more info visit: tinyurl.com/55wkjfss
DECEMBER
DEC 2-3
THE NUTCRACKER
Neglia Ballet’s magical production of The Nutcracker at Shea’s with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is set for December 2 & 3, 2023.
For more info visit: sheas.org/ performances/the-nutcracker
DEC 9
WINTER FEST
“Winter Fest” Buffalonians embrace the beautiful winter weather with fun activities ice sculpture contest, sledding, hot chocolate, festive activities, holiday lights, and music.
To be held on Saturday, December 9th from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
For more info visit: visitbuffaloniagara. com/event/winter-fest
HAIRSPRAY
“If life were everything it should be, it would be more like HAIRSPRAY. It’s irresistible!” – The New York Times You Can’t Stop the Beat! HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. For more info visit: nacentertainment. com/syracuse-hairspray
FEBRUARY
FEB 13-18
FUNNY GIRL
Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang!
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BAR GUIDE
Bachelor Forum
Gay landmark providing weekly drink specials in an old-school space, plus TVs, a pool table & darts.
670 University Ave, Rochester, NY
Nibsy’s Pub
Irish tavern housed in an 1890s cottage offering a homey setting for beers, pub grub & TV sports.
201 Ulster St, Syracuse, NY
ROAR
Live bands, drag shows including kings and queens.
621 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY
The Avenue Pub
Known as “the gay Cheers”.
522 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY
Trexx
DJs spin dance music at this energetic nightspot also featuring a pool table & lounge area.
323 N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY
Wolf’s Den
This is an unpretentious Gay Bar, the space is large and inviting and the owners are very friendly.
617 Wolf St, Syracuse, NY
Wunderbar
Wunderbar is a safe space for queer people to be themselves.
201 S West St, Syracuse, NY
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus
Producing vocal music of high quality in the rich tradition of men’s choral singing. buffalogaymenschorus.org
533 Amherst St, Buffalo, NY
Gay & Lesbian Youth Services of Wny GLYS WNY builds affirming cultures and supportive communities for youth of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. glyswny.org
750 Wehrle Dr, Buffalo, NY
Out Alliance
A champion for LGBTQ+ life and culture. outalliance.org
50 Prince St, Rochester, NY
Pride Center of WNY
Working with the community to make Western New York a safe, healthy, and
Q Center
A safe place for LGBTQ+ youth, their families and allies to gather. acrhealth.org
617 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY
Sage Upstate
Promoting the well-being of older LGBTQ+ people in Central New York through health programs, social/ support groups, and education. sageupstate.org
431 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY
Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus
A community choral ensemble of LGBTQ+ people and their allies, dedicated to providing and performing an eclectic and entertaining offering of quality choral music. syrglc.org
232 E Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY
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