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Proud Cabaret presents the very best burlesque, cabaret, variety dinner shows in the city of London. Modelled on a 1920s speakeasy, Proud Cabaret is an elegant destination which offers fine dining and entertainment in surroundings which exude the illicit glamour of a bygone era. It has a sophisticated feel to match the quality food, huge range of wines, cocktail menus, and the best names in the cabaret business. There's also a more informal bar so there's something for everyone!

Halfway To Heaven is a little gem of an LGBTQ+ bar just off Trafalgar Square. It's a lively and friendly venues spread across two floors and hosting something for everyone. Upstairs is a traditional pub with wooden floors, real ale and true local feel. Downstairs is the centre stage bar where the magic happens, with cabaret every evening from the best in the business, plus karaoke and other live entertainment seven nights a week.

Dalston Superstore describes itself as a "big queer paradise". It's a diverse and eclectic space that includes a cafe, gallery, and performance space so if you're looking for good food coupled with great art then this is the place to be. The Superstore is currently in partnership with Essential Vegan so everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the food! Regulars praise the cool atmosphere and quality of the music and shows, particularly anything that involves the drag acts.

This is a pub that's suited to any occasion, but especially popular with the more mature corwd and their admirers. It morphs throughout the day, from brunch and lunch to beer and bar snacks, the flexible atmosphere allows for any type of day or night out. During the day, you can unwind in the beer garden with a drink and some classic but quality pub food, while at night there's entertainment to enjoy in the basement bar and club. The club can get quite cruisy towards the end of the evening.

Little Ku is the smaller and naughtier sibling of Ku on Lisle Street. It's a great pre-club destination offering friendly service with a selection of cocktails, with the party spread across two intimate and stylishly decorated floors. Little Ku is frequented by a mostly male crowd with a casual but slightly cruisy vibe, but absolutely everyone is welcome. Attractive and friendly bar staff plus great music make this the perfect start to your night out.

The Underground is a male only fetish club only 2 minutes from Kings Cross in the basement of the Central Station bar.. This edgy underground space caters to all sexualities and interests with regular events. Depending on the time of day, the bar specialises in all fetishes from slaves and masters to footwear so check out the packed calendar of themed nights and other events that are always going on to please everyone.