The Best LGBTQ Bars in Houston

This June, Houstonians will flock to the city’s gay bars for Pride after-parties, but you don’t have to wait until Pride parades later in the month to celebrate. Houston’s diversity, even among the LGBTQ community, means there’s no shortage of gay hangouts open year-round.

Grab a beer and relax with friends at Robert’s Lafitte in Galveston, the oldest gay bar in Texas, or hit up the snazzy South Beach in Montrose for a long night of drinks, drag, and dancing. Don’t forget the city’s more unique hotspots, like Michael’s Outpost, a cabaret and piano bar, or Pearl Bar, one of only two lesbian bars in Texas. This map has been updated to remove Star Sailor, which closed in March 2025, and now includes Galveston’s Island Time Beach Bar & Grill. The entries have also been updated to include more information on bar food and drink specials. 

Whether you identify as LGBTQ or if you’re just an ally in for a good time, these essential Houston gay bars and LGBTQ-friendly hotspots are sure to be your new favorite neighborhood bar.

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