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    Bar Polari

    4.6 (14 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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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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    The full bar sparkles with specialty drinks concocted flawlessly by the barman.

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    Dudley's On Ann

    Dudley's On Ann

    3.6
    (94 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    Great bartenders and drag shows. Very inclusive and welcoming space for the community.read more

    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..

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    Dudley's On Ann
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    Pulse Ultra Club

    Pulse Ultra Club

    3.7
    (46 reviews)
    82.5 mi
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    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.

    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.

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    4.5
    (20 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    We went to Pinky & Clyde's for a little Saturday afternoon fun, and apparently I'm still very easy…read moreto entertain when you put a drink in my hand and an arcade game in front of me. This place is SO much fun. It has that nostalgic arcade feel without feeling like you've accidentally wandered into a children's birthday party. The whole space is colorful, playful, and full of things competing for your attention in the best way. You can grab a drink, bounce between games, get a little unnecessarily competitive, and lose track of how long you've been there. I also love that it's in Park Circle. There's already so much to do in the neighborhood that Pinky & Clyde's makes an easy first stop, last stop, or the reason you came out in the first place. It feels social without requiring everyone to sit around a table making conversation all night, which I appreciate more than I probably should. The whole concept is just FUN. Not overly serious, not trying to be too cool, and definitely not another copy-and-paste bar. Charleston can always use more places where grown adults are encouraged to play games and behave slightly less grown. Pinky & Clyde's, you have my attention!

    Stumbled upon this awesome bar after lunch in the area. Didn't really want drinks because we were…read morestuffed, and no problem! They were happy to sell us some tokens and let us play. Lots of old school favs, and some cool new pinball machines. Staff was super kind. What a fun idea with a nostalgic vibe. We'll be back!

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