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Why Not?
Why Not, Calle de San Bartolome, Madrid, Spain
Hidden away below street level, Why Not is a popular destination for people looking for a few drinks before a night out. An atmospheric interior complete with wood panelled walls houses a bar serving quality cocktails, and the space is generally packed with a mixed crowd. Unique and striking decor make this a memorable and popular bar, and the music is a mix of Spanish and international songs from pop to disco.
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Why Not?
Hidden away below street level, Why Not is a popular destination for people looking for a few drinks before a night out. An atmospheric interior complete with wood panelled walls houses a bar serving quality cocktails, and the space is generally packed with a mixed crowd. Unique and striking decor make this a memorable and popular bar, and the music is a mix of Spanish and international songs from pop to disco.
Baranoa Bar
La Kama's sister bar is a lively disco bar that attracts a mixed crowd of all ages. It's a popular place to start a night out, especially at weekends. Expect a wide range of cocktails including classic mojitos and enormous sharing margaritas that are a speciality here. All your drinks are served by hot and friendly staff.
Step Madrid
Step Madrid (formerly known as The Paso) is an institution on the Chueca gay scene, having been catering to the bear community for years. It's busy all week but particularly at weekends, when a fun and friendly crowd flocks to the bar and music videos are playing on large screens. There's no attitude here so everyone can feel comfortable, including in the small dark room in the back of the bar.
Zarpa
Zarpa is mostly popular with bears and their admirers, especially slightly older guys looking to enjoy a few drinks before moving on to Chueca's clubs. The bar is busy every weekend thanks to reliably cheap pints and popular music across all genres. Music videos play around the bar, keeping the atmosphere alive and drawing in the crowds of masculine guys.
Naked Bar Madrid
With a not-so-subtle name, Naked is a dedicated gay leather and fetish bar popular with older men. There's a dress code every night and it rarely mentions clothes, but there are occasional themed nights such as swimwear or sportswear. Two floors of cruising promise an unforgettable experience, with facilities such as darkroom, beds, slings, and large film screens. Entrance even includes two drinks.
El 12 CLUB
El 12 Club is a relatively new bear club in Chueca. It hosts some brilliant live music covering a range of genres from house and pop to techno and funk. There is also a line-up of talented house DJs who bring the club to life every night. El 12 features two distinct spaces, El Bar and El Puticlub, where you start your night or dance till morning.
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