With friendly staff, awesome DJ nights and arguably the best LGBT crowd in the city, Ripcord has turned out to be a popular partying and meeting place for the gay community in Houston. Talented male performers at this nightclub have somewhat of a celebrity status among their patrons and constantly attract a large crowd from across the city. Make sure to ask for the bar's daily drinks specials and reap the benefit of their exciting discounts. Ripcord nightclub stands strongly as a symbol of gay pride in Houston.

JR's Bar & Grill situated in the heart of Montrose is a gay-friendly bar and a popular hangout spot.. The indoor dining space as well as outdoor open-air patio at this bar plays host to exciting parties and live entertainment events like dance and drag shows on a regular basis attracting a large crowd from across the city. If people watching, dancing or drag shows are not your thing, you can challenge your friend to a game of pool or jenga blocks to keep yourself entertained. JR's Bar & Grill is the ultimate fun destination for adults where you can enjoy your favorite drink while watching talented dancers turn up the heat.

Recently remodeled, Guava Lamp is a bar and lounge that has been a institution in Houston's LGBT community for well over a decade. Luxurious booths are available for customers looking for a quieter night out. There is also seating close to the stage where karaoke and live entertainment is often performed. Be sure to try one of their specialty cocktails like the Cucumber Cooler or the Guavatini, which is made with guava, grapefruit juice and vodka.