About Rise Bar
- Bar/
Cafe - Happy Hour, Drag Shows
Rise Bar in New York's Hell's Kitchen stands out as a cozy gay bar favorite in the LGBTQ+ scene, drawing mostly gay men with a welcoming vibe for women too. Its sleek interior features a white wrap-around bar, black tables, a disco ball, stage, and screens blasting music videos, creating an open and modern feel amid the neighborhood's vibrant nightlife.
Expect inventive cocktails with seasonal twists crafted by skilled bartenders, alongside a rotating drink menu. Daily happy hour offers drink specials, while pop and top 40 tunes keep the energy high, escalating into dance parties most nights. Highlights include weekly drag shows, open-mic sessions, and karaoke, making it a lively spot for fun crowds in their 20s to 40s seeking great drinks, music, and entertainment in Manhattan's gay hub.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Tuesday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Wednesday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Thursday · today
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Friday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Saturday
- 12:15 – 04:00
- Sunday
- 12:15 – 02:00
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