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Bar Guide & Event Schedule
THE PREMIER L G B T Q + BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY Vol. 9
DALLAS
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LGBTQ+ Dallas
Dallas has one of the largest gay populations in the US and is home to the LGBTQ mega-church: The Cathedral of Hope. Gay Dallas is primarily centered around the Oak Lawn neighborhood with bars, restaurants and stores found throughout Cedar Springs Rd and Oak Lawn Avenue.
The intersection of Throckmorton and Cedar Springs has been called the “crossroads” of Oak Lawn and is home to a lot of Gay and Lesbian Bars within walking distance.
Being a big city, there is a wide variety of people and scenes, so you are sure to find what you seek.
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ABOUT
RESTAURANT GUIDE
3 Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails
Vibrant West End space for scratchmade classic, premium-liquor cocktails & a chef-driven food menu.
311 N Market St # 100, Dallas, TX
400 Gradi Dallas
Airy, sophisticated eatery turning out Neapolitan pizzas & other traditional Italian fare.
2000 Ross Ave Suite 140, Dallas, TX
Chop House Burger
Chill hangout serving Texas-sourced
Angus beef, poultry, salads & ice cream, plus beer & wine.
1501 Main, Dallas, TX
Meso Maya Comida y Copas
Contemporary Mexican eatery serving Oaxaca- & Puebla-inspired recipes to a trendy crowd.
1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX
Musume
Sushi & contemporary Asian fusion dishes in a beautiful dark-wood dining room with colorful murals.
2330 Flora St #100, Dallas, TX
Nick & Sam’s
Destination for prime steak & seafood in a polished, swanky setting with a happening bar scene.
3008 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX
Nobu Dallas
Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s upmarket Japanese-Peruvian fare in a stylish hotel setting.
400 Crescent Ct, Dallas, TX
Petra and the Beast
Popular destination showcasing farmto-fork, New American cuisine in snug, unassuming surrounds.
601 N Haskell Ave, Dallas, TX
Sachet
Lighter, Mediterranean-inspired food, wine & cocktails with shareable plates and a big veggie focus.
4270 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX
Tei-An
Chef-owner Teiichi Sakurai’s Japanese cuisine in a posh contemporary space with Zenlike ambiance.
1722 Routh St #110, Dallas, TX
The Mansion Restaurant
New American cuisine with regional flair presented in an elegant environment with an outdoor patio.
2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX
The Zodiac
A landmark since 1957, this Neiman Marcus eatery serves traditional American fare in chic surroundings.
1618 Main St Level Six, Dallas, TX
Toulouse
This warm eatery serves a menu of French bistro classics indoors & out on a covered patio.
3314 Knox St, Dallas, TX
Uchi
Sleek destination offering a menu of modern Japanese cuisine, known for its cooked seafood & sushi.
2817 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX
Yardbird Table & Bar
Buzzy, industrial-chic restaurant offering classic fare & Southern comfort food, plus a bourbon bar.
2121 N Pearl St #170, Dallas, TX
Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse
Hill Country-inspired fine dining featuring elk, bison & more in a Western ambiance with a patio.
702 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
the third Saturday of January through November. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m. S4 is located on the Strip at 3911 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX. For more info visit: myresourcecenter.org/gaybingo
JUL 26
JASON MRAZTHE MYSTICAL MAGICAL RHYTHMICAL RADICAL RIDE
Multi-GRAMMY Award winner and Songwriters Hall of Fame Honoree Jason Mraz, plus His Superband with special guest Celisse are coming to Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas! Buy tickets now!
For more info visit: jasonmraz.com/events
AUGUST
AUG 19
GAYBINGO: UNDER THE SEA
Conducted at S4, Gaybingo combines
event is FREE to attend. For more info visit: dallaspride.org
SEPTEMBER
SEP 16
GAYBINGO: 90S JAMS
Conducted at S4, Gaybingo combines drag and comedy into bingo. An event of Resource Center*, the funds raised directly benefit the programs and services of the Center. Gaybingo is the third Saturday of January through November. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m.
For more info visit: myresourcecenter. org/event/gaybingo-90s-jams
SEP 22-24
UNLEASHED LGBTQ
Unleashed LGBTQ is the first-of-its-kind conference and entertainment festival where brands, artists, and LGBTQ+ professionals can connect via a range of activities designed to educate, engage, and entertain attendees. The festival
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For more info visit: myresourcecenter. org/event/gaybingo-monster-mash
OCT 22
PRIDE FRISCO FESTIVAL 2023
The second annual Pride Frisco Festival will be on Sunday, October 22, 2023, 1-5pm, at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Free Admission. Ticket Required. For more info visit: tinyurl.com/2p98pcy4
NOVEMBER
NOV 13
KIM PETRAS: FEED THE BEAST
The Feed the Beast World Tour is the upcoming third headlining tour by German singer and songwriter Kim Petras, in support of her debut studio album Feed the Beast. Though Petras has released many successful EPs and mixtapes, Feed the Beast is the long-rising pop star’s first official album. She signed to a major label last year and had her first Number One hit this winter with her feature on
DECEMBER
DEC 7
QUEER FACTOR
Join host Stefan G for QUEER FACTORthe biggest, GAYEST thing happening at the Dallas Comedy Club! This time it’s BIGGER, GAYER, AND FULL OF PRIDE! This inclusive variety show will feature stand-up, improv, sketch, and original characters performed by an amazing cast of LBGTQ+ identifying performers. For more info visit: prekindle.com/ event/21611-queer-factor-dallas
DEC 20-31
LES MISÉRABLES
Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption–a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
BAR GUIDE
Barbara’s Pavillion
Modest, long-standing pub draws patrons for drinks & karaoke nights.
325 Centre St, Dallas, TX
Dallas Woody’s
Neighborhood gay bar offering a mix of special events, from showtune singalongs to comedy nights.
4011 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Hidden Door Inc
Long-standing GLBT watering hole with a patio offering cocktails & draft beers, plus pool & darts.
5025 Bowser Ave, Dallas, TX
JR’s Bar & Grill
Sprawling, iconic gay club serving American eats in contemporary & traditional spaces since 1980.
3923 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Kaliente
Latin, LGBT nightspot offering beers cocktails, DJs & other entertainment.
4350 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX
Liquid Zoo
Colorful, LGBTQ-friendly tavern offering pitchers & pub fare, with drag brunches.
2506 Knight St, Dallas, TX
Mr. Misster Dallas
Sophisticated bar & lounge that transitions into a late-night hotspot as the evening progresses.
3900 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Pekers
Enduring neighborhood gay hangout in a strip mall offering happy hours & karaoke in a relaxed space.
2615 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX
Round-Up Saloon
Tequilas, line-dance lessons & special events star at this country-western gay bar & dance hall.
3912 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Station 4
DJ-driven nightclub featuring a 24,000-sq.-ft. dance area, plus a topfloor drag show lounge.
3911 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Sue Ellen’s
Bi-level lesbian nightclub with a dance floor, live bands & a lounge plus 4 patios & a game room.
3014 Throckmorton St, Dallas, TX
The Mining Company
Gay nightclub featuring live entertainment & DJs with a dance floor, billiards & two outdoor patios.
3903 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Tin Room
Gay 18+ nightclub with a full bar & festive vibe hosting a rotating roster of male dancers.
2514 Hudnall St, Dallas, TX
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Black Transmen Inc
The First National Non-Profit Organization of African American transmen solely focused on acknowledgment, equality, social advocacy and empowering transmen with resources to aid in a healthy transition and human experience. blacktransmen.org
1925 E Belt Line Rd, Carrollton, TX
Cathedral of Hope
No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here. 5910 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX
Coalition for Aging LGBT
Improving and protecting the quality of life of older LGBT adults in North Texas through health, housing, advocacy, financial security and social services. cfa.lgbt
Dallas Bears
Community Service, Fellowship, Fun and Lasting Friendships. dallasbears.org
Fuse
A group for gay, bisexual, pansexual, queer and questioning guys between the ages of 18-35 in the DFW Metroplex.
dfwfuse.com
Resource Center
A trusted leader that empowers the LGBTQIA+ communities and all people affected by HIV through improving health and wellness, strengthening families and communities and providing transformative education and advocacy. myresourcecenter.org
2701 Reagan St, Dallas, TX
Trans Pride Initiative
Working to provide assistance and support for transgender and gender diverse persons in areas of healthcare, housing, employment, education, and public accommodations. tpride.org
919 Morrell Ave #101, Dallas, TX
United Black Ellument (U-BE)
Enabling young, black same-genderloving men to fulfill their greatest potential for good. ubedallas.org
3116 Commerce, Ste C, Dallas, TX
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