It can be especially entertaining during Southern Decadence when the street is thick with sweaty, shirtless men, and passing straight girls clutch onto their boyfriends as if they knew he'd be gone forever if they lost contact! The drinks are potent, and the service has always been good in spite of being insanely busy and crowded at times. Silver Palms Inn AND various venues, Key West 0 until 1.
This venue proudly embraces its New Orleans heritage with Southern design and hospitality to match. The staff is cordial and cosmopolitan, with a homespun, New Orleans warmth. Yes, this is a world class gay bar, charming and dare I say, romantic. Progress? The balcony is a wonderful place to watch people stroll by. Get close with a new-found friend under an antebellum chandelier in a remote parlor. Although I like how they have renovated the upstairs bar and lounge, I mourn the loss of the fabulous mural that once graced the walls there. I like the layout of the downstairs bar with the flame sculpture and bench seating. Southern Decadence and the Gay Easter parade attract thousands every year, but New Orleans gay bars in the French Quarter, specifically Bourbon Street party all year long As of Jan. There are many bars and clubs that are especially geared toward the LGBTI community where everyone can go and have a good time. The French Quarter has a long tradition of embracing diversity. I like that it's just down the block from "The Big Three", away from where the craziness on Bourbon Street really gets cranked up. Whether you're looking for a raucous dance club or a laidback watering hole, there's something for everyone in the Quarter.
It was the kind of dark and gritty gay bar where you suspected each. While Rawhide 2010 will always hold a special place in my heart (and nether regions), and I had a really fabulous time at Good Friends this year, I'll admit that Lafitte is my -favorite- hangout in the French Quarter. Only her power and position in New Orleans society is keeping her out of jail as.