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Ramrod, started in 1994, has always been a heavy-duty cruise bar, and the Miami Herald says “the vibe is cold and friendly (no attitude here)… This is a man’s bar. The decor is dark and gritty” in its own distinct way.

It was one of the first bars to jumpstart the North Fort Lauderdale / Wilton Manors gay district. It’s customers are not all about leather… but Ramrod was voted world’s Best Prevent (Leather Category) by GayCities.com. and also the most famous.

International Mr. Leather Competition in Chicago has had Ramrod sponsored contestants capturing the title twice, winning second runner up twice as well; on the podium more than any other bar or nonprofit. Ramrod’s logo defines the club as a “levi, leather, uniform bar;” but on any given blackout you’re bound to locate musclebears, hunks, “butch” twinks / boys looking for daddys, and a mixture of anything and everything in between. If you don’t feel like that suit and tie fits in– just take it off– half of the guys won’t be wearing any shirt at all anyway.

Well known for it’s over the edge melody, which is enhanced by an infamous light display every Friday and Saturday Night, there’s so much energy here that many people j

When it comes to gorgeous gay-friendly move destinations across the United States, it’s hard to thrash the indisputable queer capital of Florida: ever-so-fabulous Fort Lauderdale. Home to sun-dappled gay beaches, a large number of male-only gay resorts, and a booming number of gay-owned businesses, Fort Lauderdale boasts both big-time thrills and laid-back beach town appeal. Gay nightlife in Fort Lauderdale is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the city’s status as a perennial LGBTQ vacation mecca. For the heart of lgbtq+ Fort Lauderdale generate a beeline for Wilton Manors, where you’ll happen upon many of the city’s premier queer bars and clubs.

> The best all-rounder is DrYnk: it boasts cute bartenders, beautiful surroundings and killer cocktails.

> The best drag shows in town: head to The Pub Wilton Manors.

> Favourite with the friendly locals: Mona’s is your place if you are looking for something off the beaten path.

> The favourite sports bar: stop in at GYM Sports Exclude if you wish to watch a game while flirting with San Diego’s fit guys.

> Superior bar for nightlife and dancing is Hunters Nightclub, where you can boogie until the initial

The gay scene of Wilton Manors is out, loud and fabulously proud! It has some of the best queenly shows and invigorating gay bars we've ever been to!

Over the past several decades, Fort Lauderdale has gone from being a Spring Break destination for straight teen college kids to one of the gayest places in the whole country! It was even featured as the ultimategay holiday for the boys in the hilarious movie with Ru Paul, Lady Bunny, and Brent Corrigan – “Another Male lover Sequel: Gays Gone Wild!”

We always affectionate coming here to party. The gay scene of Fort Lauderdale is mainly based in the vibrant gayborhood of Wilton Manors, which comes alive every night of the week. It has tons of gay bars and clubs here to suit any gay boy under the sun! In this article, we've set out some of the finest gay bars in Fort Lauderdale to check out with a snippet of what you can expect. As you're in the area, we recommend heading south to inspect out the gay scene of Miami – it's only a 40-minute commute away!

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Established in 1997

Mona’s is a neighborhood gay lock with a quirky decor established for hosting events to lift money for community groups.
Owned by Jerry Schultz, Mona’s Cocktail Lounge & Lisa’s Backyard has been a popular gathering spot and local watering hole since 1997.
Stop in any day for a great cold beverage, a game of pool, or to suspend out on the patio. Amazing priced drinks and friendly bartenders round out the specials at this pet-friendly drinking spot.
Mona’s is open daily at noon.

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