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    Julius’

    3.9 (135 reviews)
    ModerateGay Bars, Dive Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Tiffany S.

    The oldest gay bar in New York City! "A historic gay bar, Julius' started in 1864 and became a renowned headquarters for the gay community." It's bigger than you think, love the ambiance and the old photos of famous ppl on the walls. Tried the Dyke Beer (naturally lol) which was pretty good. Food looked/smelled good, but didn't try any... maybe next time. Would def recommend as a quick stop for drinks + vibes during your night on the town.

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    Ed U.

    We all know the Stonewall Inn as the site of the riots that kick-started the LGBTQ movement in 1969. In recent years, it has become more a tourist attraction, especially among out-of-town families looking to Instagram a "gay bar". However, just around the corner in a relatively nondescript building at West 10th and Waverly Place is a true gay bar. In fact, it's New York City's oldest gay bar having been established as gay in 1966. Inside it was full of regular locals with only the occasional appearance of a tourist, I.e.,if you don't count me and Jamie W. We didn't feel like interlopers though thanks to the been-there, done-that humor of Andre, the deadpan bartender, and the royal presence of Simone (photo https://yelp.to/4m9rPOTT68). We discovered Simone was featured in the 2022 book, "Legends of Drag: Queens of a Certain Age" which we ordered from Amazon right after. She regaled us with colorful stories of the West Village, while Andre poured us $10 cocktails, a Tequila Sunrise for me and a Maker's Mark & Ginger for Jamie (photo: https://yelp.to/glBTqXaTpj). We could see coming back and hanging out here a lot longer like a gay Norm and Cliff. Gee, as if you didn't know Vera was just a beard. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...certainly potent enough and well priced AMBIANCE - 5 stars...a truly authentic gay bar with history and special guests like Simone SERVICE - 5 stars...a friendly bartender in Andre TOTAL - 5 stars...truly gay RELATED - Exploring NYC's dining and drinking scene? Here's a collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs

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    Chris A.

    Intimate dive-y cash only gay bar! Met up a friend here to catch up and it was definitely the right place to listen to jukebox tunes and have a cold beer to cocktail! Service was great! Servers were attentive and made us aware of the cash only policy and ATMs.

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    Sarah E.

    Such a great classic burger, I love how late the kitchen stays open and this burger just hits the spot.

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    Sebastien L.

    The vibe there is incredible and we did have a great time plus the waiter who took care of us was such an adorable man and took time chatting with us etc and that was really appreciated. Also they don't get a cocktail menu by hisself but they can do mostly any cocktails which was really awesome

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    Mike K.

    We love this place!! We started visiting over the last two years and have to check it out when in NYC. Such a cozy and friendly neighborhood bar. We adore Chad who is the sweetest and most welcoming guy here (and overall a gem). The services is always spot-on and the food is also really delicious. We always enjoy Julius' martinis along with their burgers, fries and mozzarella sticks. Such a great spot, now a historic place and the oldest gay bar in NYC. We can't wait to go back and see Chad soon!!! He's the best!!!

    Tyler T.

    Pretty cool bar with a storied past and nice options. The food is mediocre (but cheap) and the drinks are not that great, so you're mostly coming for the atmosphere of hanging out and talking, and appreciating the bar's past.

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    This is one of the classiest bars in the village, the staff is great, the drinks are cheap and strong.

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