Switchboard in Frankfurt is a welcoming gay-friendly bar and cafe that serves as a cornerstone of the local LGBTQ+ scene. Nestled in the heart of the city, it offers a relaxed atmosphere where friends gather for drinks, coffee, and affordable snacks. Patrons enjoy a cozy interior with group rooms for meetings, a lounge for chilling, and a garden perfect for summer lingering.
The menu highlights regional specialties like homemade quiche, local sausages, hand cheese from the farmers' market, hearty soups, and award-winning wines from nearby vineyards. Hessian apple wine adds a authentic touch. Sundays feature popular cake and coffee afternoons, while evenings bring casual chats, occasional parties, music nights, or art exhibitions. Run by volunteers supporting Frankfurt AIDS-Hilfe, Switchboard combines community spirit with a supportive vibe, providing HIV advice and events for all ages.
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Recent Events at this Venue
Faschings BeatClub mit DJ Silberprinz
02/14/2026SWITCH-Benefiz-Bingo
09/13/2025SWITCH-Party: Tanz in den Mai
04/30/2025Rosa Stolz: Rosa-Montags-Party
03/03/2025Beat-Club-Disco: Fasching im 80's-Style
03/01/2025Silvesterkracher
12/31/2024SWITCH-Party
11/16/2024SWITCH-Party: Queer Neon Vibes
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Tuesday: 19:00 - 24:00
Wednesday: 19:00 - 24:00
Thursday: 19:00 - 24:00
Friday: 19:00 - 01:00
Saturday: 19:00 - 01:00
Sunday: 14:00 - 18:00
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