La Federica

Colourful, political and proudly queer, Lo de Carmen offers something refreshingly different from the predominantly male bar scene in Gaixample. Drag, karaoke, DJs and community events feature regularly, with an especially welcoming approach to trans, non-binary and gender-diverse guests. The venue sits on Paral·lel between Sant Antoni and Poble-sec, away from the main Eixample cluster but close to the more alternative LGBTQ+ scene around venues such as La Federica and Bar Rufián. The crowd is broad, creative and local-feeling, mixing queer women, gay men, trans and non-binary people rather than aiming at one particular demographic.

Open every day from early evening, this cosy local bar is the ideal spot to enjoy a drink and relax with friends. You'll find a mixed crowd of people hanging out at the bar or sitting back on sofas around the room. There's space to dance as well if you feel like it, with a soundtrack that mixes pop, dance, reggaeton and contemporary R&B. Moeem is an alternative space with a warm atmosphere and something for everyone.

Salvaje brings a strong Latin flavour to Barcelona's LGBTQ+ club scene, with reggaeton, Latin hits and commercial dance music running well into the early morning. Part of The Moon group, it's a proper late-night disco rather than the more bar-like The Moon Barcelona on Villarroel, so the two shouldn't be confused. The Balmes location is only a few minutes from Believe Club and Pink Corner and a short walk from the main Gaixample bars. It generally comes alive after 2am, attracting a younger mixed LGBTQ+ crowd, plenty of Latino locals and international visitors who want to keep dancing after the surrounding bars begin winding down.

Gingin is a relatively new gay bar in Eixample, located just across the road from the famous gay Axel Hotel. The bar is already popular place with people of all ages, thanks to strong drinks served by friendly staff known as Ginboys. Gin and tonics are their speciality, made with a huge range of gins and all enjoyed in a cosy space with a unique and welcoming atmosphere.

Dmens is located in the heart of Eixample. This is one of the newer gay bars in the area, run by the popular Moeem and Grupo Arena. Entry is free and the bar opens earlier in the evening that most other places in the area, so you can start your night early with plenty of drinks and party till morning. The space is small but beautifully lit with neon lights, complete with a bar serving cocktails, plus DJs and dancing.

Blunit is a cosier gay bar with a scenic terrace, the ideal place to relax and unwind with friends. This place offers a great value night out, providing drinks at good prices and giving out goodies like free tickets or discounts for other events nearby. Blunit is a perfect start to your night before you move on to other clubs or parties, but there's good music here too so you can just stay and take in the atmosphere.