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    The Eagle

    3.5 (162 reviews)
    InexpensiveGay Bars
    Closed 10:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Loud
    DJ
    Outdoor seating

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    1 year ago

    Nice bartenders and great crowd. But for 10 cover, you could check out my coat as well. No need for another charge. Let's get real.

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    2 years ago

    Love visiting this venue with my girlfriends! Hot boys all around. Note cash only, and beware of dark corners!

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    3 years ago

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    2 years ago

    First quality venue for your best bad decisions, lol. Honestly honestly though, it was a great time enjoyed visiting those place.

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    4 years ago

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    2 years ago

    A lot of space to dance and have fun but don't buy the merch. The vendor gave me the wrong size and the bar wouldnt let me exchange sizes.

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    3 years ago

    Best Paella I've ever had!! I went in after my friend told me about it and she was sure right! My life has changed

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    3 years ago

    Always a great vibe. Excellent djs. Cash only. Have a wonderful time. Can't wait to come back for some Susan Morabito. Drinks are just fine.

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    3 years ago

    Iconic piece of gay culture in the heart of New York City. Please be aware of their cover charge as they charge before the outlined times.

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    2 years ago

    Best bar around! Richard always makea the experience extra enjoyable. He's the highlight of the night. Great crowd and always fun!

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    6 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Totally trash fun. Overpriced but fun. Friendly staff (80%). Almost guaranteed play time if you're open minded.

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    2 years ago

    Visited for the first time a week ago , wonderful experience and great vibe , highly recommend this iconic bar in NYC .

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    4 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Great atmosphere and location. They only take cash- who doesn't take credit cards now a days?

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    5 years ago

    You should really update your hours. I just walked all the way over here from the upper East side

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    3 years ago

    It was wild. I like it very, very much. And you can touch every body randomly. And everybody's enjoy it. It's great.

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    Ask the Community - The Eagle

    Is this bar great to include on a bachelorette party tour of NYC?

    If everyone in your party has a beard, sure.

    I'm a trans guy (pre-everything unfortunately) that's new to the city and looking for a good place to meet people. Would this be a safe place for me to hang out? Not really looking for a hook up place, more just somewhere to frequent.

    There are better options in the city than the Eagle for someone looking for what you want.

    How old do you have to be to get in?

    At least 21 to visit The Eagle NYC

    Is this bar good for a first timer that hasn't been to a gay bar before? Also I keep seeing pics of skinny guys, muscles bears etc, I'm a cub type guy will I be judged?

    This bar is far less judgmental over body shapes compared to other gay bars. In fact it's my go-to bar for when I crave cubs and bears and otters (oh my!)

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    Review Highlights - The Eagle

    . On Sunday's beer blast (starts at 4p - come early!) it's a smorgasbord of varied people and 'looks' just having a gay old ti

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