Jacques' Cabaret

Machine is an old-school style dance club with a state of the art sound system and light show, plus one of the biggest dance floors in Boston. A staple in Boston nightlife since 1998, Machine continues to feature first-class entertainment including DJ driven dance nights, theater, drag shows, themed parties, karaoke, and game nights. There's also the pool room if you need a break from the dance floor, and the club is always packed on weekends for regular events.

This veteran gay bear leather cruise bar is hidden away in downtown, providing cheap drinks, dancing, and an unpretentious atmosphere. Recurring parties like “Fuzz” and “Casual Fridays” draw a very manly and cruisy crowd, and popular local DJs play an eclectic soundtrack from Top 40 to artsy indie pop. Craft beer, lively music, karaoke, pool, and most importantly lots of men make The Alley Bar a hidden gem.

The Eagle is one of Boston's oldest gay bars and remains pretty much unchanged. It has a gritty and rough around the edges yet charming vibe that has kept people coming back for decades, and a perfectly eclectic interior. The bar attracts a largely male and leather crowd but there's no dress code and everyone is welcome to visit this institution for a reliably unpretentious and classic pub experience.

dbar is a full service restaurant in the heart of Dorchester, an area with a rapidly growing gay scene. It's a popular hangout for the community, with a bar serving legendary cocktails and a space that seamlessly transforms into a nightclub and lounge as the night goes on. This is the perfect place to spend a stylish date night in the cosy candlelit dining room, or dance into the early hours with a vibrant queer crowd.

Cathedral Station is a sports bar and pub that welcomes everyone of all identities. There's a bar area, dining area, an entertainment space complete with pool table and dart boards, and an outdoor patio that's always a popular place to relax between games. The bar serves everything from beers to delicious and cheap cocktails, and the kitchen produced classic pub, as well as a more adventurous brunch menu and a range of evening nibbles.

A leader in the Boston nightlife scene for over three decades, Club Cafe boasts a top rated restaurant, cabaret, and dance club that's open seven nights a week. Plenty of fun events like bingo, karaoke, and T-dances are just some of the different things you can expect throughout the week in the club, while in the restaurant you can find extensive dinner, drinks, and brunch menus. They even cater for banquets and parties!