Edited a minute ago New…read moreUpon entering the establishment, the security guard took our IDs and he was holding a high-alcohol content beer, Hayburner, in one hand, and holding our ID's with the other. He seemed angry when my brother asked if our ID's had to be scanned, and really seemed to snap at my brother, but we shrugged it off and he scanned them and we went on with our night. Throughout the night, the security guard continued drinking these Hayburners. My brother and I were enjoying our evening, had not once had any issue with another patron or the bar, and we were in mid-conversation about piano, when I felt the guard standing behind me. He was just standing behind me, staring my brother down. It was a scary feeling. My brother, who has worked in the industry for 20 years, asked if everything was okay. The security guard approached my brother and started pushing him saying "Everything is okay with me is everything okay with you??" And my brother was walking backwards trying to de-escalate this seemingly intoxicated security guard. That's when I watched him grab my brother by both shoulders and push him backwards across the entire length of the bar, knocking him into people and objects, eventually pushing him out of the door. He even grabbed another guy and shoved him so hard against the wall that that guys beer went flying and he had purple and blue bruises from his grab. I desperately tried for the other woman security guard to understand he had just been assaulted and had done nothing wrong. She seemed to nod like she had seen this before, but wasn't going to do anything about it. My sister and I were astounded at the actions of this man. That's when he shoved me, a mid thirties woman not even half his size. Even after we were walking away from the bar, this security guard stood outside yelling towards us that he, direct quote, was going to "break our f***ng necks". This is negligence on the bar's behalf, for allowing an intoxicated security guard to a$$ault patrons. We immediately filed a police report, and they requested the video footage from the bar. The bar refused to provide any of the footage. Usually, bars who have nothing to hide are quick to comply- which was very telling in this case. We were never once asked to leave. We were just blind-sighted. I immediately called the bar after the incident and one of the owners, Amanda, who was tending the bar and witnessed the entire thing, cheerfully answered the phone. She had served my brother with no issue. I let her know her security guard had just assaulted us, and she said "ok?" And nothing further. This place does not give a rip about anyone's safety, especially not women's. It has been weeks and I'm still recovering from the pain of this night. Beware for your safety, women. I did what I could, but their actions will likely result in someone getting seriously hurt.

Be careful here, fam. Security can be unpredictable and dangerous. I was visiting from LA and out…read morefor karaoke with my family when a guard came over mid-conversation, pushed my sister aside, attacked my brother, dragged him outside, and threatened to break their necks. It was terrifying. I could've lost my brother, and we didn't even know why. For your own safety, don't fight back if confronted like this, report it instead. Paper trails save lives. On a brighter note: my brother absolutely crushed it on the mic earlier that night.

Friday best drag show in Buffalo and Saturday it is where to go for dancing. Friendly staff and…read morecustumers.

Not a good spot. Not a good vibe. Over serves and doesn't kick out the drunk people. Ruined it for…read moreeveryone

Super friendly bartender, she put out candy for Halloween! Pretty limited draft beer options, but…read morenoticed they have huge bottles of everything from crown royal to hendrick's gin. Will probably get cocktails next time.

We stopped into this cute place, during our most recent to Buffalo…read more We were immediately welcomed by the bartender and served. She was quick, open to conversation and brought us some popcorn. Great selection of martinis and weekly specials. Definitely go and experience!

This is a great neighborhood leather bar. Great dance music on the evening we went with no dress…read morecode. The bar tenders on both floors were friendly. The door staff was great! Spent a lot of time on the dance floor to disco through 90s euro dance hits. Fun environment and looking forward to going back!

One of the original bars on Church Street. I go on Sunday…read morenights for Retro Night because I love 80's music. The bar is very masculine, which I like. The decor is suggestive and exhilarating. The staff are friendly and sexy. The guys on Sunday nights are like minded so it's easy to enjoy myself. From my experience, Sunday nights tend to be slightly older and fairly masculine. You don't see many guys using two hands to sip their cocktail through a straw. Most guys are gripping a beer. If there was a way for the dance floor to be a little bigger that would be great but they have done very well as one of the ONLY places to dance on Church Street. The DJ's are fun, especially DJ Dwayne! The pisser has little face sized windows to peer through as you drain and look out at guys walking to and from the dance floor....such a cool idea! The upstairs is a great place to cool off or heat up depending on the weather and what you are looking for. The patio/deck is nice and large with interesting sections to congregate. Summer Sundays offer a BBQ if you are patient and hungry. This place has a lot to offer to a lot of different types of people. I've never had a bad time there.

Came here while enjoying a night out in Buffalo, I haven't been here since years before the remodel…read more& it's definitely grown a lot! It's such a spacious venue and they padded everyone down and had metal detectors with security everywhere! It definitely felt safer then probably every other club I've ever been too! The vibe was so alive we decided to get a section and we were quickly taken to our spacious corner with couches and a table, the bottle service/servers need some work but it wasn't too bad! It was a great time and we had our own security guard also! I brought my sister here after her wedding (in her dress) and they brought her on stage, gave her a special shout-out & made it such a special time for her to enjoy.

This is very difficult for me ... I've been coming here…read moresince the mid 90's and actually worked here for a spell During college at Canisius in the late 90's. I adore Joe Marcella, and despite(me) being almost 50 now, he remembered me, and made me feel like a VIP, and put me at the front of the line. I love the youth and diversity, and had a wonderful night, felt totally my at home, but then felt sudden and bewildering betrayal. I'm just going to say I got taken advantage of by some of the unofficial staff. Please take into account I went without my partner, but came ready to dance and bleed $$$. I tipped minimum $11.00 per $9.00 drink, tried to give the bouncer an Extra $20, but I think he was legit police and denied taking it out of duty. I tipped the girl who charges the cover, double the cover, and was quick to buy random people drinks with no motive aside from friendliness. ANYHOW, I will not elaborate deeply in a public forum, but I was essentially robbed, went to staff for help, and the help sided with the perpetrators, and I was told to exit the premise immediately. It was beyond comprehension how the nefarious group actually seemed to believe their own lies. Albeit it comes with practice, they really "ACTED," as though they believed what they were telling Me. As I was essentially sober, I was meek and compliant, with the exception of spouting to one of the doorman, "Someone is going to regret this. Prior to getting into the medical profession I was in hospitality for over Two decades, and am very sensitive to a clients needs or mood, as well as the stress the staff feels. However, perhaps due to my professional capacity, I felt like I was trying harder to be polite and engage the staff, than they cared to try with me(granted they are sooo darn young). Perhaps, going from being a somewhat attractive dancer, to a barely noticed old man of 49, I might just not be worth chatting up anymore, or perhaps, the younger generation is more socially aloof in general. Anyhow, For many straight or Gay patrons Marcella always symbolized inclusive, unconditional acceptance and safety. Partly, it's difficult to go from being especially adored in my youth, to something of a non entity(at least in my mind) due to being older. My sensitivities aside, what had been yet another Magical Marcella evening, became an almost insurmountable emotional nightmare...... A bizarre almost twilight zone scenario.....that at the very least appeared to illuminate a cohesive union between the official security staff and a select group of hustlers angling their nefarious ends. Long story short, I got fleeced for almost $80.00, and was then told to leave, by the "Official," staff. So robbed, ignored cries for help from staff,and the guilty parties really seemed to revel in successfully conning me, and to add insult To injury, the perpetrators got To enjoy me being kicked out of the bar....while they enjoyed my property. More than anything I felt hurt....the irony is the thieves screwed themselves? I can be a fearsome enemy, but an even more intense friend.... For mere scraps they lost a potential ally/friend.... ironically, what they took was only about a tenth of what they could have yielded as my friend... It's so appallingly the apparent pleasure people get from a well executed con.....even if it's a fraction of what they could have received honestly My take away is that forgiveness, after the anger, if it can't be stopped, is crucial toward healing. G

Such a fun night on Friday! The queens were amazing!!! Ivory Towers, Peaches, Destiny! My god those…read moregurls can lips sync the house down boots! A great positive atmosphere with the correct amount of drag shade! Then the upstairs turns into a dance club with DJs spinning live music. All in all a fantastic night! Will definitely go back soon!

I visited this bar on Halloween with friends--and it didn't disappoint! The energy is incredible,…read moreand the crowd is amazing. There's a $15 entry fee, but it's definitely worth it. They also have an upstairs area that opens around 11 pm, adding even more to the experience!

Short pour and not by accident. Bartender struggled to get last drop out of bottle so clearly…read morethey knew they were below the line. I expected them to get another bottle, when they didn't I expected an explanation for the short pour. Nope. I didn't bother to complain since this is my 3rd bad experience in a row and I won't be back again, ever. It isn't as though it was an oversight.

I really enjoyed The Lodge. I was visiting Toronto for my birthday and visited this place a few…read moretimes. I enjoyed the mix of beer on draft. I had the burger and wedge fries with gravy to dip on the side for bunch/lunch. The meat was cooked nicely and the gravy and fries were nice. The next time stopped in I had the black pepper and lime fries as a snack; which were really good. The staff is really nice. They are friendly and engaging. They make a point to get your name and use it. Stop on by!

Pegasus is so lucky to have Simon! He's what makes my favorite Toronto gayborhood bar a five-star…read morereview. Walking in during hockey playoff season, it was awesome seeing so many invested in a Toronto Maple Leafs playoff game, not the norm where I come from. I noticed the spacious pool table area as well. In my neck of the woods, pool table areas are nowhere near as spacious. Drinks are affordable and bartenders like Simon and patrons alike, are super friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend this spot if you're looking for a neighborhood bar feel and I have to say it one more time.

First time visiting Toronto. It's a Tuesday early evening, the bar was not busy. The bar staff was…read moreless than friendly. In fact when ordering a drink I felt like I was inconveniencing the bar staff with a gin and soda order. The bar tender was shorter, fit, very short shaved hair. Made me feel unwelcome and bothersome, he then proceeded to discuss his sexual conquests with the patron who I assume was his friend next to me. Not that that's an issue but when he made me feel uncomfortable in being at the bar anyway. The overall experience was a let down and I enjoyable. Will not be returning.