Local Scene
Gay Fort Lauderdale
The Cabanas Guesthouse offers the best of everything for the gay traveler. We are the only full service gay guesthouse and day spa in Wilton Manors; the hub of all gay activity in Fort Lauderdale. We are within walking distance of Wilton Drive, gay Fort Lauderdales shopping and entertainment strip. It is here you’ll find world famous gay clubs and bars like The Manor’s Complex,Village Pub, Alibi, Bills Filling Station, Rosie’s Bar and Grill, Sidelines Sports Bar and Boom Dance Club. If you are looking to shop, Wilton Drive is lined with boutique-style shops selling everything from specialty candy to swim trunks.
Restaurants & Bars
On The Drive and In Wilton Manors
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Apt 9F
Phone: 954-880-1191
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Alibi Monkey Bar & Restaurant
Phone: 954-565-2526
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Aqueplex Drag Dining
Phone: 954-567-0987
Drag Dinner Theater & Cabaret
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Bravo Peruvian Cuisine
Phone: 954-533-4350
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Burgers & Beers
Phone: (954)769-1875
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Candela Restaurant
Phone: 954-563-8088
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Dom Caruso’s Cucina Italian Restaurant
Phone: 954-565-2722
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Egg & You Diner
Phone: 954-564-2045
Local Popular Diner
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Ethos Green Bistro
Phone: 754-999-0034
Email: gmwilton@ethosbistro.com
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La Bamba
Phone: 954-568-5662
Mexican, Local Gay Hangout on Monday Night
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Le Patio Restaurant & Wine Bar
Phone: 954-530-4641
Reservations Recommended, Just off of Wilton Drive
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New York Grilled Cheese Company
Phone: 954-564-6887
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Nick’s Pizzarellia
Phone: (954)566-2722
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Palmyra Lounge Mid Eastern Restaurant and Hookah Bar
Phone: 754-216-2727
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Papa Dukes Deli
Phone: (954)530-4914
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Peter Pan Diner
Phone: 954-565-7177
24/7 Eatery with classic breakfast grub
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Rosie’s Bar & Grill
Phone: 954-563-2499
Popular
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Sozo Sushi Bar
Phone: 954-630-1916
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Tee Jay Thai
Phone: 954-537-7774
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Tulios Tacos
Phone: 954-530-5523
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The Well Bar
Phone: 954-999-0647
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Tropics Bar & Grille Wilton Manors
Phone: (954)530-3361
Email: info@tropics-grille.com
Popular with older crowd, 2 for 1 Dinners on Mondays
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What The Pho
Phone: 954-870-6060
Locally Owned
Coffee Houses & Sweets
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Java Joes
Phone: (954)564-8828
Locally Owned
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The Alchemist
Phone: 515-981-6165
Artesian Hand Roasted Coffee
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Cake Daddys Bakery
Phone: (954)361-1239
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Dairy Queen
Phone: 954-566-5735
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Wilton Creamery
Phone: 954-565-1183
Boutique Ice Cream Shoppe
Gay Fort Lauderdale
Bars and Clubs
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Alibi Monkey Bar & Restaurant
Phone: (954)565-2526
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Boardwalk
Phone: (954)463-6969
Strip Dance Club
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The Corner Pub
Phone: (954)564-7335
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Drynk Bar
Phone: (954)530-1800
Email: info@drynkftl.com
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Eagle Wilton Manors
Phone: (954)533-8248
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Gym Sports Bar Fort Lauderdale
Phone: (954)368-5318
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Hunters Night Club
Phone: (954)630-3556
Popular
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Infinity Lounge
Phone: (754)223-3619
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Johnson’s Fort Lauderdale
Phone: (954)908-1272
Male Strip Club
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Le Boy
Phone: (954)368-8786
Twink Strip Nightclub
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Lit Wilton Manors
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AquaPlex Drag Dining
Phone: (954)567-0987
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Mona’s Bar
Phone: (954)525-6662
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Pub on the Drive
Phone: (754)200-5244
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No Manors Bar & Lounge
Phone: (954)314-7287
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Rosie’s Bar and Grille
Phone: (954)563-0123
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Scandals Saloon
Phone: (954)567-2432
Country Bar with Line Dancing
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Spencer’s Corner Bar & Grille
Phone: (954)368-2558
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The Well Bar
Phone: (954)999-0647
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Thirsty’s On the Drive
Phone: (954)824-0600
Salad and Smoothy Shop
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The West End Lounge
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Tap That Ash Cigar & Wine Lounge
Phone: (954)990-7422
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The Manor Complex
Phone: (954)626-0082
Shopping
On The Drive and In Wilton Manors
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Ball Sportswear
Phone: (954) 537-4120
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Gallery XO
Phone: (954) 213-9797
Email: galleryxo@gmail.com
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Island City Traders
Phone: (954) 537-5330
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Mix Menswear
Phone: (954) 566-9166
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Out of the Closet
Thrift Store
Phone: (954) 358-5580
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Poverello Thrift Store
Phone: (954) 561-3663
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Pride Factory
Phone: (954) 463-6600
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Real Vibes CBD Store
Phone: (954) 716-6171
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Rock Hard Adult Store
Phone: (954) 318-7625
Email: sales@rockhardlovestuff.com
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Shades of the Past
Phone: (954) 829-3726
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To The Moon
Phone: (954) 564-2987
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True Blue Clothing
Phone: (954) 566-0267
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World Treasure
Phone: (954) 537-9007
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Tops and Bottoms Men’s Boutique
Phone: (754) 779-7118
Other Shopping Destinations
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Shoppes of Las Olas Blvd
Phone: (954) 258-8382
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Aventura Mall
Phone: (305) 935-1110
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Fort Lauderdale Galleria
Phone: (954) 564-1036
Galleria Mall
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Sawgrass Outlet Mall
Phone: (954) 846-2300
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Coral Ridge Mall
Phone: (954) 537-2700
Health and Fitness Centers & Saunas
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Club Ft Lauderdale
Phone: (954) 525-3344
Gay Gym/Sauna
Gay Men Baths
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Crunch Fitness
Phone: (954) 652-1221
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Bodytek Fitness Wilton Manors
Phone: (855) 526-3983
LOCAL LIVE THEATERS
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Aventura Mall
Phone: (305) 935-1110
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Island City Stage – GLBT Theater Company
Phone: (954) 519-2533
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The Abyss Theater
Edgy, horror themed theater
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Slow Burn Theater Company – Local, Broadway-style musicals
Phone: (954) 522-5334
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Slow Burn Theater Company – Local, Broadway-style musicals
Phone: (954) 522-5334
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The Foundry Theater
Ronnie Larson Presents Productions
Our Nearby Beaches
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Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale Gay Beach Get Map
Fort Lauderdale Beach lies along State Route A1A (also known as Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard and Seabreeze Boulevard), and is divided into two main sections: north and south. The south section runs from Sunrise Boulevard to Las Olas and there are a plethora of gay owned and gay friendly businesses located on Sebastian Street.
Although not as popular, the northern beach is just as beautiful, and provides a nice escape from the crowds. This section of the beach begins at Sunrise Boulevard and continues to Oakland Park Boulevard.
Parking: The southern section is infamous for limited and pricey beachside parking. There is free parking on A1A north of Sunrise Boulevard and parking for $3.25 per car for all day parking at Hugh Taylor Birch State Rec Area, located just west of A1A on Sunrise Boulevard. Food: The southern section is lined with restaurants and bars, while the north section does not feature any restaurants or eateries.
Facilities: There are restrooms and private establishments located along the southern section, but no restrooms along the northern section, except for Hugh Taylor Birch State Rec Area (accessible by tunnel from beach).
Lifeguards: There are no lifeguards present along the northern section. Lifeguards are present from 10am to 5pm daily along the southern section. -
Haulover
Nude Beach Get Map
Although not actually in Fort Lauderdale or Broward County, Haulover Beach is a hotspot for many gays and lesbians. The northern part of the beach is clothing optional. Haulover beach is located just about 1 mile south of North Miami Beach Drive (State Route 826) on Collins Avenue (State Route A1A). Driving time from Fort Lauderdale is approximately 35 minutes.
Parking: There are two large lots located across from the beach on the westside of Collins Avenue. Parking here is $4.00 for cars and motorcycles.
Food: There are usually food vendors on the weekends. You are welcome to bring your own refreshments, however glass bottles and containers are not allowed.
Facilities: There are beachside restrooms, outside showers, lounge chairs and umbrella rentals available for visitors.
Lifeguards: Lifeguards are present from 9am to 5pm daily.
Pets: Pets are not allowed on the beach or within the park on any day of the week.