KEY WEST
Sure, you’re not going to find lots of guys in full leather walking around in the southernmost spot of the US outside Hawaii. But you can find lots of trashy fun.
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WHERE TO DRINK (AND CRUISE)
Bourbon St. Pub (724 Duval St) When you head to Key West’s most famous gay bar, make sure to check out the clothing-optional Garden Bar, complete with pool and jacuzzi. link
Saloon 1 (504 Patronia St) Key West’s only leather bar. link
Check Out Cody and Kevin’s Gear Night AKA C.O.C.K. Gear Night is held last Saturdays seasonally at Saloon 1. link
WHERE TO FUCK
Island House (1129 Fleming St) Staying somewhere else? No problem. You can get a day pass and cruise the day away at this delightfully sleazy clothing-optional gay resort. link
WHERE TO BUY GEAR
Graffitti (721 Geary St) The place to go for sexy, flirty fashions. link
Leather Master Key West (418 Appelrouth Ln) It’s up to you how much leather you want to wear in Key West. But you can pick up gear, sex toys, and more at this shop. link
WHERE TO CRASH (AND MAYBE FUCK SOME MORE)
Alexander’s Guesthouse (1118 Fleming St) Something a little different. A mixed LGBTQ guesthouse with 2 clothing-optional decks. link
Equator Resort (822 Fleming St) Smaller male-only clothing-optional gay resort property. link
Island House (1129 Fleming St) Men-only, clothing-optional gay resort property with a bit of a reputation. Find out for yourself! link
Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel (3841 N Roosevelt Blvd) Gay-friendly spot to get your Marriott points. link
La Te Da (1125 Duval St) Adults-only very gay-friendly hotel on Duval Street. link
New Orleans House (724 Duval St) Men-only, clothing-optional gay guesthouse right on Duval Street at the Bourbon St. Pub. link
Silver Palms Inn (830 Truman Ave) Casual gay-friendly hotel, reasonably priced. link
Simonton Court (320 Simonton St) Gay-friendly adults-only hotel set in a former cigar factory. link
WHERE TO EAT (AND CRUISE)
Azur (425 Grinnell St) Casual Mediterranean dining. link
Blue Heaven (729 Thomas St) Very popular spot for breakfast, key lime pie, and a whole lot more. link
Café Solé (1029 Southard St) French-Caribbean seafood. link
Firefly Key West (223 Petronia St) Southern cuisine, Key West style. link
The Flaming Bouy Filet Co. (424 Eaton St) Funky spot for lobster and more. link
La Te Da (1125 Duval St) Much loved restaurant serving island fare in an adults-only hotel. link
La Trattoria (524 Duval St) Authentic Italian cuisine. link
Mangia Mangia (900 Southard St) Key West’s go-to spot for Italian. link
Mangoes (700 Duval St) Popular spot for island fare. link
Pizza Joe’s (724 Duval St) What’s a beach town without a place to grab a slice? link
Red Shoe Island Bistro (411 Petronia St) Highly regarded laid-back spot. link
Santiago’s Bodega (207 Petronia St) Tapas and sangria. link
Seven Fish (921 Truman Ave) Eclectic fare just off the beaten path. link
Tavern N Town (3841 N Roosevelt Blvd) Stylish spot at the Marriott for surf and turf. link
Thirsty Mermaid (521 Fleming St) Super-casual spot for seafood and more. link
WHAT TO SEE WHILE YOU’RE IN TOWN
Key West AIDS Memorial (1100 White St) Touching memorial in a beautiful waterfront setting. link
Tennessee Williams Museum (513 Truman Ave) Explore the life and work of the American 20th-century superstar gay playwright. link
WHAT TO PLAN FOR
August
Tropical Heat Who in their right mind goes to the southernmost spot in the continental US in the middle of August? Sweaty pigs, that’s who. Join in on the adult-oriented fun. link
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