The Heretic Atlanta

This low-key gay leather bar is fairly unassuming but hidden inside is a hot dance floor, hotter men, and three fully stocked bars. There's even a leather shop on site so there's no excuses not to have some fun with the guys you just met, and if you need to you can cool off on the deck. Whether you like hot leather men, guys in rubber or gear, bears and cubs, you'll find a guy for you here.

Swinging Richards, now more than 15 years old, has been the destination of choice for gay men seeking the best in entertainment. Their shows offer a one-of-a-kind experience in an upscale, state of the art club that brings men from all over the world. They come here to disrobe and entertain a strictly 21+ audience.

Atlanta's only gay sports bar has been the nation's leader in the industry for years. It serves Atlanta's sports community along with the LGBTQ+ community and prides itself on giving its customers a friendly environment that welcomes all identities. There are 30 TVs to watch your favourite sporting events, plus a full menu to go with it. Classic pub food and solid drinks coupled with an interior decorated with sports memorabilia and rainbows creates a unique yet traditional vibe.

BJ's has been a staple in Atlanta's gay nightlife scene since 1995. It's open seven days a week for all your alcohol and male dancer needs, as in the main area you can find go-go boys dancing on the bar as DJs provide a range of great music. BJ's also serves great food and drinks including creative cocktails, and in the back rooms you can find pool tables, darts, and more hot men on the TV.

X Midtown is a popular and trendy bar on Atlanta's gay scene, boasting Midtown's hottest bartenders and a huge outdoor patio. In this quirky outdoor space, you can find a tiki bar and a unique living plant wall to add to the atmosphere. The patio is always popular, but inside there's a lively dance floor fuelled by talented DJs and amazing music, plus cheap drinks to keep you going late into the night.

Lips is the ultimate experience in drag dining! Wait staff are in drag and queens perform on stage as you eat, and Lips has been serving up dinner, drinks, and drag across America for almost 25 years in multiple venues. Here in Atlanta, the interior of the restaurant and its resident queens are fabulous, colourful, and provide a great night of entertainment, perfect for celebrations like birthdays and especially popular with bachelorette parties.