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Pieces
Pieces, Christopher Street, NYC, NY, USA
One of New York City's oldest gay bars located in Greenwich Village at corner of the iconic Christopher St and Gay St. This local and long-standing bar offers happy hour, karaoke, drag spectaculars, and plenty of dancing, and its versatile space is available for private parties as well. The daily drag shows are especially popular, as the queens are talented and keep the bar filled with energy. All this along with strong but cheap drinks makes for a great night.
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