Bar Frida
Zona Romantica
Bar Frida is a cozy neighborhood gay bar with a jukebox where people share tables and make new friends. Drinks are reasonable, even more so with daily specials and...
- LGBTQ
- Bar
- 1
Wet Dreams
Zona Romantica
For men only, the gay lounge bar Wet Dreams is home to the first shower strip show in Puerto Vallarta. Amateur hour in the shower is held every Sunday and Monday.
- For Men
- Lounge
- 1
Apaches
Olas Altas
Lesbian-owned and gay-staffed, Apaches Martini Bar & Bistro is a hole-in-the-wall neighborhood bar with a convivial sidewalk terrace. Arrive early to stake out a...
- LGBTQ
- Bar
- 1
La Noche
Zona Romantica
La Noche is a night club on three levels. It offers a rooftop bar and garden with views of the city and surrounding mountains. On the main floor are DJs, go-go boys...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Nightclub
- 2
Mr. Flamingo
Zona Romantica
Opened in 2016, Mr. Flamingo is a fun gay cocktail and martini bar within reach of other gay nightlife standards La Noche, CC Slaughters and Paco's Ranch. The vibe...
- For Men
- Bar
- 2
Spartacus Spa-Sauna for Men
Zona Romantica
Spartacus Spa-Sauna is spread over four floors and offers all the comforts, including steam, sauna, jacuzzi, nude sunbathing, outdoor pool, bar, rooftop terrace,
- For Men
- Sauna
- 1
CC Slaughters Puerto Vallarta
Zona Romantica
The gay-owned CC Slaughters PV is a late-night and early-morning dance club and lounge, cousin to one of the same name in Portland, Ore. Open seven nights a week...
- For Men
- Nightclub
- 1
Paco's Ranch
Zona Romantica
Long the center of gay nightlife in Puerto Vallarta, Paco's Ranch is one of the city's most popular late-night gay clubs, known for its international music mix and...
- For Men
- Nightclub
- 1
Incanto
Zona Romantica
Incanto is a sweet little spot along the River Cuale in the historic south side of town, a performance space for local theater, music, art, comedy and literary...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Theater
- 1
La Cueva Cantina
Amapas
La Cueva (the cave) is a gay-owned and gay-staffed cowboy cantina for an older crowd. It has pool table, videos, karaoke, drink specials and internet. Some nights if
- For Men
- Bar
- 1
Los Amigos
Zona Romantica
It's just good times with good friends (old and new) at Los Amigos, a no-frills, no-pretense gay cantina with no cover and no desigher cocktails. What you'll find is...
- For Men
- Bar
- 1
Cantina La Margarita
Zona Romantica
Not surprisingly, gay-friendly Cantina La Margarita has the margarita down pat. The secret is in the fresh juices. And the margarita of the day is only 30 pesos...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Vancouver Wings Fluvial
Fluvial Vallarta
Vancouver Wings lays claim to having the spiciest chicken wings in Mexico. The sports bar features more than two dozen flavors, the favorite being Salsa Incomible...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Antropology
City Center
Antropology is a men-only stripper bar, a parade of friendly and attractive 20- to 25-somethings. There is a cover, but check with your hotel or at the gay beaches
- For Men
- Bar
- 2
Blue Sunset Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Los Muertos Beach
At the Blue Chairs Resort, the Blue Sunset Rooftop Bar & Restaurant has an unbeatable view for sunset-watching, made all the more attractive by the go-go boys....
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Pub
- 2
Aaron's Rainbow Room
Zona Romantica
The gay-owned Aaron's Rainbow room is a bar and restaurant with drag shows, two daily happy hours, karaoke and a fabulous outdoor patio.
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Act II Mainstage
Zona Romantica
Gay-friendly and gay-staffed, Act II Main Stage brings an always entertaining assortment of musicals, plays, drag shows and concerts in English and Spanish to...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Theater
Act II Stages - Red Room
Zona Romantica
Part of Act II Productions, the Red Room of Backstage presents local and international comedy, improv, impersonations, monologues and drag performances in a cabaret
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Theater
Anónimo
Zona Romantica
Just a block off the beach and around the corner from the bustling Apaches, Anónimo is an intimate little bar with music videos, eye-candy bartenders and about the
- LGBTQ
- Pub
Bar El Solar
5 de diciembre
El Solar is a cool little beach bar with spirits, craft beer, dancing and DJs on Friday nights and live music on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It is on Playa Camarones,...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Crow's Nest Bar
Zona Romantica
The gay-owned Crow's Nest Bar, located upstairs in The Swedes restaurant in Olas Altas, is popular with LGBT-Q locals and tourists, because of its friendly
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Cuates & Cuetes
Los Muertos Beach
Around since 1993, Cuates & Cuetes - or Buddies and Fireworks - is a restaurant-bar in the middle of the fun and good times at Los Muertos Beach, with the...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Café
Diva's
Romantic Zone
Diva's gay bar is a neighborhood spot that recalls Puerto Vallarta's Hollywood roots by hanging photos of old film stars, including the sultry Ava Gardner, who was...
- LGBTQ
- Bar
El Patio de Mi Casa
El Centro
The artsy El Patio de Mi Casa is a hipster hangout with vegan-friendly food, artisan beer, craft cocktails, guest DJs, movie screenings and local and international
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Café
Encore Piano Bar
Zona Romantica
In the Act II Entertainment complex, the gay-owned and gay-staffed Encore Piano Bar attracts a mixed crowd with martinis and music. Weekly events include Martini...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Fiesta Bar & Lounge
Zona Romantica
With a gay waitstaff, Fiesta Bar & Lounge is indeed a fiesta, offering affordable prices, billiards, comedy shows, live music, snacks and internet. Happy hour
- LGBTQ
- Bar
Garbo Piano Bar
Zona Romantica
Garbo Piano Bar offers a gay-friendly atmosphere, live music, special performances and an attentive staff. With an owner behind the bar, it features some of the best
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Bar
Gay Vallarta Bar Hopping Tour
Zona Romantica
Gay-owned, gay-operated, Gay Vallarta Bar Hopping Tour offers Thirsty Thursday, Social Friday and Fabulous Saturday tours. Weekends include dinner. VIP treatment...
- LGBTQ
- Other
La Cervecería Unión
Malecón
Unión is the flagship beer at La Cervecería Unión, but it's only one of some four dozen craft beers it offers from all over Mexico, especially from microbreweries in...
- LGBTQ-friendly
- Pub
Sama Martini Lounge
Zona Romantica
The cozy Sama Martini Lounge, next to The Palm Hotel, is an upscale gay bar with a white leather lounge. Sit outside on the Olas Altas terrace or inside with the AC.
- LGBTQ
- Lounge