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    Bar Polari

    4.6 (14 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Nancy P.

    Bar Polari is the newest LGBTQIA+ community bar located in North Charleston, SC. Bar Polari is redefining what it means to be a gay bar and has a speakeasy vibe. It is gives off a sleek and cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. I find the space gives off sensual and warm atmosphere provides a great place for date night, meeting friends, or meeting new people. This cozy atmosphere offers a full bar and signature drinks. Part of the draw for me is the ambiance and light music. At this time they do offer a food menu. Local dining establishments are located close by. The owner is very open and friendly. You are greater with a smile and hello. They support the LGBTQIA+ community. Check it out and decide for yourself.

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    James B.

    My Husband and I really enjoyed ourselves. We have been looking for a LGBTQIA+ bar to just vibe and not yell to have a conversation. The bartender and owner are very sweet and great to talk to. They have a comfortable seating area inside and out. Can't wait to be back.

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    Dudley's On Ann

    Dudley's On Ann

    3.6(92 reviews)
    5.1 miRadcliffborough
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    Walking through Charleston thinking where can a person who is gay can feel comfortable and have a…read morecocktail. As there's only really two different options in Charleston to visit a open minded, gay community, focused bar. It was actually pretty pleasant. The bartender was new and came from New Jersey. I can't remember his name, but his family came in and supported him while he was starting his new job and I thought that that was very, very incredible of them. The bar is very cute quaint nothing like you will see in a big city. Looks like it would fit about 50 to 100 people they have a stage that looks like for drag shows. We were there during happy hour, so nothing was really happening except the locals would come in to grab a cocktail too before they would head out to either go work or just start their night off. We were able to meet a few people local school had really great things to say about Charleston and the gay community and it was nice just to sit around at Dudley's and enjoy ourselves with other people. My usual drink of choice is always going to be a pineapple and vodka and the bartender made a great my partner of course had a nice bloody Mary and that was delicious. So if you wanna come down and hang out with the gay locals stop on by at Dudley's and enjoy a cocktail too..

    This bar has a fun and inclusive vibe but the space needs serious upkeep. Every time I have visited…read morethe smell hits you as soon as you walk in like someone just douched in the bathroom. The air feels musty with little circulation and it makes the whole place uncomfortable. Drinks are average and service is fine but the atmosphere is a major letdown. For the cover charge they really need to focus on deep cleaning and improving the environment.

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    Dudley's On Ann - Not entirely sure how we ended up here, but then again I'm not surprised either. What a fun place

    Not entirely sure how we ended up here, but then again I'm not surprised either. What a fun place

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    Pulse Ultra Club - Bar area

    Pulse Ultra Club

    3.7(46 reviews)
    82.5 mi
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    This place is more than a club. It's home…read more I've been coming to Pulse for years and it's hands down my favorite spot in Myrtle Beach. Gay or straight, it doesn't matter. The moment you walk in, you're welcomed with open arms and zero judgment. It's one of the rare places where you can truly be yourself and feel celebrated for it. The owner genuinely cares about this place and you can feel it in every detail. Every time I've been here, it's clear he puts his heart into making sure it's safe, fun, and unforgettable. The staff is top-tier. Everyone's friendly, fast, and funny. The bartenders don't just make great drinks, they create the kind of atmosphere you want to be part of. No attitude, no weird energy, just good people doing what they love. The drag shows are always a blast, the music hits every time, and the whole vibe walks that perfect line between high-energy party and total comfort. I've met some of the kindest, most down-to-earth people here. Pulse has a way of turning strangers into chosen family. If you're in Myrtle Beach and want a night out that feels like a warm hug with a tequila chaser, this is your spot. Pro tip: Tip your bartenders well. They've probably already remembered your name and your drink. To the owner: Thank you for creating a space where people can show up exactly as they are and feel completely at home. The love and care you've poured into Pulse over the years hasn't gone unnoticed. This place matters more than you know. It's more than a club. It's a safe space, a memory-maker, and a family for so many of us. Keep going. You're doing it right.

    Open area non judge mental atmosphere crossdressers welcomed. I felt at ease once I walked in…read moreeveryone was friendly never felt out of place.

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    COAST Brewing Company - Bar area

    COAST Brewing Company

    4.5(64 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Wow! This place is amazing! As someone who recently discovered they have a soybean oil allergy,…read morethis place is a gold mine! That's one of the reasons my husband and I came here on a Saturday before the Stingrays game because it's near the collussium. It looks like it's kind of hidden off the road pulling up There is also a huge parking lot across the street. Lots of tables outside and by the downstairs grass area, but they fill up quick. Also very dog friendly and kid friendly. They had Cornhole and frisbee for games. Inside there is a large bar and table seating. You order up at the bar area. Btw they don't have soybean oil in anything, not the buns or sides and they even fry in beef tallow. So I ordered a single cheese burger with the special sauce as well as a side of crispy potatoes. I also got a glass of wine, which I was happy they had wine as an option ...not all breweries do that. My husband got the double cheeseburger with a side of crispy potatoes and a beer. We came around 430pm and sat by the benches below because the upstairs tables were full already so come early. They give you a number so they can easily find you. The food came fast, and it was delicious. The burger had lots of flavor and was the perfect size. The potatoes fried in beef tallow were crispy and delicious. It was my first time trying something fried in beef tallow and I can confirm it does not make it taste beefy Needless to say we will definitely be back!!

    Still love this place! I hope they can continue to post food specials on socials every week. We…read morehappen to go during a festival so our favorite carpaccio was not available. Friendly staff, very relaxed place. Our doggo was a huge draw so he loved it even more! Posting a hh menu that I dont normally see since we sit outside.

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    Paddock & Whisky - Single Barrel Jack Daniels Rye

    Paddock & Whisky

    4.3(83 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Pleasantly surprised. I was not expecting to be as impressed as I was, but here we are!…read more My husband and I came in to grab a drink and something to eat. We ordered the pork rib tips and shrimp skewers. Both were excellent! The rib tips were so tender that you didn't need teeth to eat them! And the shrimp were some of the most flavorful ones I've ever had. I'd definitely come back here again and would recommend checking this place out! :)

    Decided to celebrate a birthday by doing a private tasting. We were created as soon as we came in…read moremultiple times and was taken to the tasting room within minutes. The room is small but a very nice space that takes you away from the noise of the bar. The quality of the bourbon and the information shared by CJ made this a great experience and one I would recommend. It was fun to chat with CJ and learn more about his experience working in the industry and Charleston. It was great to also be able to try their oysters, new slider, and wings. All of the dishes we got were unique spins on classics and flavors we wouldn't be able to get anywhere. All of the whiskeys were very smooth but we could definitely tell the higher proof ones. I also tried their house made ginger beer to have in case a chaser was needed and honestly it is the best ginger beer I've ever had! I can't wait to come back to try more of their drinks especially something with their ginger beer and other menu items.

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