THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
TAMPA BAY AREA Vol. 5
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TABLE OF CON TENTS
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ABOUT TAMPA BAY AREA
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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ABOUT TAMPA BAY AREA LGBTQ Tampa Bay Area The Tampa Bay area is Florida’s largest metro area with Tampa itself, St. Petersburg and the nearby gulf beach towns. Tampa has a thriving nightlife scene in the old town area “Ybor City”, but alas, the gay scene is more spread out. You’ll find gay bars throughout Tampa and St. Petersburg. Tampa Bay’s beaches are some of the best in the country. Whether you want coarse or fine sand, and whether you seek a mellow day of shelling or a raucous romp on a crowded stretch of waterfront, this place has it all. Of course, you can choose from a range of water activities, including charter fishing, para-sailing, sunset cruises, kayaking, and more. The region has its share of boutique districts spotted with shops and sidewalk cafés. Tampa’s Hyde Park Village and downtown St. Petersburg’s Beach Drive are among the top picks if you’re looking to check out some upscale shops and dine alfresco while getting the most of the area’s pleasant climate. Vibrant nightlife tops off Tampa Bay’s list of assets. Ybor City attracts the club set, and barrier islands like St. Pete Beach offer loads of live music and barefoot dancing into the wee hours.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE SAKÉ 23
Friendly Fisherman
The Queens Head Bar
400 Beach Seafood & Tap House
Cappy’s Pizza
Armani’s Restaurant at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Rolls • Ramen • Rice 435 5th Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL
Historic seafood restaurant 150 John’s Pass Boardwalk Place, Madeira Beach, FL
For the queen in all of us 2501 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
Amazing Raw Bar 400 Beach Drive, St. Petersburg, FL
Happy at Cappy’s 2900 1st Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
Fine dining in the Grand Hyatt Town N Country - 2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL
Chattaway
Best burgers 358 22nd Avenue S, St. Petersburg, FL
Bowled Restaurant
A meal in a bowl 3451 4th St. N, St. Petersburg, FL
Kelly’s, For Just About Anything In the Heart of Dunedin 319 Main Street, Dunedin, FL
CD Roma’s
Casual Italian food St. Petersburg - 1462 66th Street N , St. Petersburg, FL
Datz Delicatessen & Foodie’s Market Shamelessly unapologetic flavors 2616 So. MacDill Avenue, Tampa, FL
Chez Colette’s French Bistro
Cassis American Brasserie
Excellent Brasserie 170 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL
Bistro fare Clearwater - 796 Indian Rocks Road, Belleair Bluffs, FL
The CupCake Spot
Compass Grille
Cupcakes! 405 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
Hotel restaurant 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL
Parkshore Grill
Pan y Vino
Forward-thinking “green” restaurant 300 Beach Drive NE. , St. Petersburg, FL
Tapas and wine 369 Main Street, Dunedin, FL
Gulfport Comfort Cafe
Back Fin Blue Cafe
Friendly breakfast cafe 5808 28th Avenue S, Gulfport, FL
Casual cafe in an old house; a Florida favorite 2913 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport, FL
The Country Skillet Restaurant
Casa Tina
No-frills family-owned restaurant 365 Main Street, Dunedin, FL
Home cookin’ 2839 Roosevelt Blvd. Clearwater, FL
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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE SEPTEMBER
Lawn. 21 and Up. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
SEP 6
OCT 12
THE YACHT PARTY
LGBTQ+ UNITY GAME NIGHT
2nd Annual Yacht Party out of Tampa Fl, 2 decks to party, 2 Djs 1 Epic Night on the Water!! Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
LGBTQ+ Unity GAYme Night! Join us for a fun experience every month. Bring snacks to share and drink of your choice. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
SEP 11
OCT 14
ART FOR STRESS REDUCTION
FRESH START: DRAG SHOWCASE
Join us for a relaxing evening full of creativity & fun as we lead you through the creation of your very own mandala to take home with you. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
Come one come all! Every Wednesday night we gather in the basement for a one of kind drag show that you just have to SEE to BELIEVE! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
SEP 12
OCT 31
2ND ANNUAL TACO & TEQUILA CRAWL
HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL
Join us for the annual Halloween Bar Crawl! Top Shelf Crawls has put together the premier list of bars and nightclubs for our crawlers! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
The 2nd Annual Taco & Tequila Crawl is here St. Pete and it will be better than ever. Come stroll through downtown eating the BEST taco’s, enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, DJ entertainment, beer specials, and more. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
NOVEMBER NOV 8
SEP 25
DONUT FEST TAMPA BAY
EVOLUTION 2020
Love Donuts? Who doesn’t? Enjoy beer? Us too — so join us for the sweetest event in your town! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
Tampa’s bring your own color, dress messy, amazing fete brought to you with a diverse DJ lineup. Learn more at Evventbrite.com.
NOV 14
OCTOBER
THE BOOZY BRUNCH CRAWL
We are bringing The Boozy Brunch Crawl to St. Pete! Ya, that’s right! Come stroll throughout the heart of DTSP eating your brunch favorites, checking out new bars, enjoying mimosa & bloody Mary specials, all while dancing your brunch lovin’ butts off. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
OCT 2-4
REGGAE RISE UP MUSIC FESTIVAL 3 FULL DAYS OF MUSIC, FOOD, MERCHANDISE, ART, ACTIVITIES & GOOD VIBES! Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
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NOV 15
STRETCH AND SIP SUNDAYS
Come stretch, sip and find your inner peace at Michelob Ultra’s Stretch and Sip Sundays on the Mahaffey Theater
SUNDAY SPIRITZ
Pop the bubbly and come tour our new unrivaled beach-side venue with our
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BAR GU ID E Southern Nights Tampa The Ultimate Gay Bar Ybor City - 1401 E 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL
Lucky Star Lounge Great service, cheap drinks 2760 Central Ave, Street, St. Petersburg, FL
The Honey Pot One of Ybor’s hottest clubs Ybor City - 1507 E 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL
Blur Over 20 years downtown 325 Main Street, Dunedin, FL.
City Side Lounge Sleek neighborhood bar South Tampa - 3703 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL
Back Door Bar Forget the snooty ‘tude 169 Martin Luther King Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL
Pro Shop Pub Clearwater’s oldest neighborhood pub 840 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, FL
Reservoir Bar A fine Hole-in-the-Wall Ybor City - 1518 E 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL
The Castle Welcome to the dungeon Ybor City - 2004 N 16th Street, Tampa, FL
SKIN Tampa Upscale full-nude lounge Ybor City - 1620 E Adamo Drive, Tampa, FL
Bradley’s on 7th Live shows and hot men Ybor City - 1510 E 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL
Enigma Cool venue and great service West Tampa - 1110 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL
Quench Lounge Never a dull moment 13284 66th Street North, Largo, FL
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE DEC 14
Spritz Bar & Live Music. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
HAWAIIAN LU’AU AT THE WEST EVENTS
NOV 20
Get out your best Hawaiian inspired outfit and come see how low you can go in our limbo contest. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
SPIRIT CAFE’S OPEN MIC
This is a family friendly Open Mic for novice and seasoned performer alike to share the stage for a nonjudgmental supportive audience! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
DEC 31
NEW YEARS EVE BAR CRAWL
New Years Eve is undoubtedly the BIGGEST PARTY of the year and deciding where for you and your friends will ring in the new year is a tough decision. Enjoy it with our premier list of bars and nightclubs for you to celebrate. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
NOV 22
THANKSGIVING AT SEA
Join TLS Travel aboard the Carnival Legend and leave the cooking to Carnival! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
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FALL INTO WHITE PARTY AT THE WEST EVENTS
JANUARY
Featuring some of the best vendors in the area with live music, open bar, as well as tasty treats from one of the top caterers in the area! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
JAN 1
ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT SAINT PETERSBURG
Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
DECEMBER DEC 4
SOUL IN THE CITY
Good live music, good people, good food, EQUALLY good vibes. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
JAN 9
SATURDAY SOCIAL DAY PARTY
Levels of southern, seafood menu, great hookag, bottle service with 90s, 00s RNB, trap, reggae, and afro beats. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
DEC 12
WORLD’S BEST BOSS TRIVIA PUB CRAWL
JAN 20
Win over $15,000 in prizes with the funnest trivia game in Tampa. Includes free shirt, keychain, lanyard, koozie, cups, & wristband. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
ACRYLIC POUR PAINTING WORKSHOP
In this extremely fun class you will learn how to create your very own abstract masterpieces with acrylic pouring techniques. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
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PUFF & POUR PAINT WITH THE MISSING MUSE
JAN 30
Make & take home a uniquely abstract and magical creation, a masterpiece of your very own. Learn more online Eventbrite.com.
SHIPWRECKED MUSIC FESTIVAL Multiple music stages with reinforced
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE MARCH 27
sound, silent disco, live art & heritage exhibits, performers, food trucks, vendors and more! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
FLORIDA SUNCOAST TINY HOME FESTIVAL
Come see the latest and greatest in tiny home living trends! Learn about simplifying your life and living greener and local. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
FEBRUARY FEB 5
DIVA ROYAL DRAG QUEEN SHOW
APRIL
Diva royale restaurant is the ultimate drag dining experience and Florida’s #1 bachelorette party & gay bachelor party haven. Complete details and tickets at eventrite.com.
APR 1
ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT SAINT PETERSBURG
Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
FEB 11
OUTDOOR HATHA YOGA FLOW
In this Hatha Flow class you will synchronize breath with movement, connecting one pose to the next, while also experiencing the benefits of holding certain asanas and breathing into specific parts of the body. Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
APR 3
DRAG BRUNCH
Every Saturday, Adriana, Nicole & a special guest will bring all the glitter and sass while you bring your appetites! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
FEB 14
ROSE INCAICA
Celebrating the genius of singersongwriter Joni Mitchell in a concert of selections from throughout her prolific musical life. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
APR 25
LINKSFEST SPRING SOIREE
The event will feature live entertainment, raffle, vendors, food, cash bar and gallery tour. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
FEB 17
OPEN MIC NIGHT
MAY
Calling all musicians, singers, songwriters, & poets! Come showcase your talent for Open Mic night at Suva Kava Lounge. Learn more online at Eventbrite.com.
MAY 6
YOGA WITH SIERRA
Weekly Thursday evening yoga, anyone? Prep for the weekend the right way! Join Sierra for an evening of alignment + relaxation. All levels and bodies are encouraged for this 50/50 vinyasa style class that’s bound to leave you feeling blissed out + more inspired than ever. ~ come as you are ~ BYO mats and props. $10 love donation. Details at eventbrite.com.
MARCH MAR 20
CHAMPAGNE AND CHICKEN WINGS SOIREE
Enjoy unlimited wings, hors d’oeuvres and an exclusive champagne open bar at the sauciest Soiree. Let’s Get Sauced! Learn more at Eventbrite.com.
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2020-21EVENT SCHEDULE MAY 7
our BLQQM happy hour and watch the Tampa Pride Parade
COMEDY THEATER STAND UP
We are a Comedy Theater. We focus on Comedy and making you laugh. Before the show you may buy drinks or finger food but serving stops when the show starts. Just like going to a larger venue to see your favorite Comedian. Our venue is cozy and caters to the performers giving you a great show without interruptions or distractions. No tables, just chairs, like the Theater.
6PM BLQQM Post parade day party 10PM- 2am BLQQM after dark featuring DJ Dimples & special performances all night long (Dinner service will be available 4-10pm + light bites on the lounge side until late night) For bottle service & VIP inquiries email: VIP@7thandgrove.com
If you love a great show come to the Hall of Fame Comedy Theater for some laughs. For details visit eventbrite.com.
DJ Sets by:Wan Famous , DJ Black Haze and special guest celebrity DJ, from Miami Sweet Heat, Dj Dimples!
MAY 22
ALL DAY PRIDE PARTY
Join us at the BLQQM pride party where you will enjoy a front row view for the Ybor pride parade and incredible DJs, drink & food specials and vibes . Secure your free cover today! This party is for 21+ only.
Dj Dimples:Aside from numerous industry awards and nominations, including SEA’s Female DJ of the Year three consecutive years, Dj Dimples has spun a record in over 45 cities across the U.S. including but not limited to New York, Atlanta, Chicago, New Jersey, Philadelphia, D.C., Maryland and The Carolina’s.
You don’t want to miss this as we will be celebrating ALL DAY LONG! We will have special DJ sets, performances and special guest appearance from Jason Rodriguez aka Lemar Wintour from FX’s hit show, Pose!
Secure a free cover before 5:30 PM by RSVPing today! (limited to the first 300 registrations) Details and tickets at eventbrite.com.
11am-3pm Join us for signature brunch featuring delectable southern inspired dishes such as shrimp & grits, fried chicken and French toast and more! 3pm-6:30pm Grab a cocktail during
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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
METRO Health, Wellness & Community Social Activites, Educational Programs, Space Rental, HIV/AIDS Services & FREE Testing, LGBTQ Counseling, Community Resources & Referrals. www.metrotampabay.org. ST. PETERSBURG 3251 3rd Ave. North, Ste. 125 St. Petersburg, FL 33713 TAMPA 1315 East 7th Avenue, Ste. 201, Tampa, FL 33605
LGBT Welcome Center Local LGBT coffee house, where you can meet friends, study, hold meetings, enjoy first dates, read a book, and participate in enriching programs and events. lgbtwelcomecenter.com. 2227 Central Avenue, St. Pete, 33713 GLSEN Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network. www.glsen.org. 6400 Canton Street South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33712 Francis House 4703 N. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 813-237-3066 | www.francishouse.org.
Balance Tampa Bay An LGBTQ volunteer organization promoting Fellowship, Fun and Philanthropy throughout the LGBTQ community. balancetampabay.org. 1802 N Howard Ave. #4529, Tampa, FL 33677
Rainbow Recovery Club 3644B Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609 rainbowrecoveryclub.org
Front Runners Tampa Bay A club composed of LGBTQ and straight allies who meet to run, socialize, meet friends and have a great time. frontrunnerstampabay.org.
Out & Equal Out & Equal is the worlds’ premier nonprofit dedicated to achieving global LGBT workplace equality. outandequal.org | (415) 694-6500
Tampa Bay Diversity LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce. www.diversitytampabay.org 3251 3rd Ave N, Suite 125, St. Petersburg FL 33713 Equality Florida The largest civil rights organization dedicated to securing full equality for Florida’s LGBTQ community. www.eqfl. org.
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ART GALLERY All Art Studio Tampa .............................................. 36 Florida Craft Art ...................................................... 40
FLOORING Start 2 Finish Flooring ........................................... 41 GARAGE DOORS Overhead Door of Clearwater ...................... cover, 13
AUTO ACCIDENTS Fiol Law Group ....................................................... 31
GENERATORS GenerX Generators ................................................ 17
BAKERY3 Alessi Bakeries ....................................................... 39
HAIR RESTORATION Wright Aesthetics..............................................34-35
BEAUTY SALON Aveda Institute ...................................................... 14
HAIR SALON Aveda Institute ...................................................... 14
CABINETRY Fusion Cabinets ..................................................... 39
HARDSCAPES Premier Brick Pavers, Inc ....................................... 18
CHARTER FISHING Sailing Florida Charters & Sailing School .............back outside cover
HOME & COMMERCIAL STORAGE The Lock Up Self Storage ......................................... 5
CLOSETS The Closet Shop Storage Solutions ........................ 15
HOTEL & RESORT Palm Island Resort ................................................. 19
CREATIVE COACHING Wayne Harper Eclectology..................................... 41
HUMANE SOCIETY Humane Society of Tampa Bay .............................. 10
CUSTOM CLOSETS Southern Closet Systems ......................................... 3
HVAC Midway Services .................................................... 33 Paradise Air Inc ........................................................ 1
DENTIST Karen Burns DMD - Dental & Facial Aesthetics ...... 37
INNOVATION Wayne Harper Eclectology..................................... 41
ELECTRICAL Midway Services .................................................... 33
JEWELRY Gold & Diamond Source ........................................ 27
EVENT PRODUCTION & STAGES Coda Sound ........................................................... 36
MED SPA Gayoso Plastic Surgery .......................................... 28 Wright Aesthetics..............................................34-35
EXIT SIGNS & EMERGENCY LIGHTS Tampa Bay Safety................................................... 29 FAMILY LAW All Family Law Group ............................................. 32 George & French .................................................... 25 Brown Law Offices, P.A. .......................................... 41
MORTGAGES Tracie Mayo- Savvy Mortgage Lending .............22-23 OPHTHALMOLOGY Gulf Coast Eye Care.................................................. 9
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Brenda Ehrke - Edward Jones ................................ 33 Yalin Piloto- Edward Jones Investment.................. 25
OVERHEAD DOORS Overhead Door of Clearwater ...................... cover, 13
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Tampa Bay Safety................................................... 29
PAINTING Tom White Painting & Restoration........................... 7
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY PERSONAL INJURY Fiol Law Group ....................................................... 31
SECURE SELF STORAGE The Lock Up Self Storage ......................................... 5
PERSONAL INJURY LAW Beltz & Beltz PA ...................................................... 11
SHIPPING & MAILING SERVICES Sending TLC ............................................................. 9
PLASTIC SURGERY Gayoso Plastic Surgery .......................................... 28
STORAGE SOLUTIONS The Closet Shop Storage Solutions ........................ 15
PLUMBING Midway Services .................................................... 33
TRAVEL Deborah Keane - Cruise Planners .......................... 10 Travel Max NE ........................................................ 10
REAL ESTATE Barb Rowland - Palmer House Properties .........22-23 Ellie Lambert - Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate ................. back inside cover
TRUCK ACCIDENTS Fiol Law Group ....................................................... 31 WEDDING & EVENT VENUE All Art Studio Tampa .............................................. 36
REMODELING Midway Services .................................................... 33
WINDOW TREATMENTS Budget Blinds of Clearwater.............................20-21
RESTORATION Tom White Painting & Restoration........................... 7
YACHT CHARTERS Sailing Florida Charters & Sailing School .............back outside cover
ROOFING Done Rite Roofing Inc............................................ 37 SAILING LESSONS Sailing Florida Charters & Sailing School .............back outside cover
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