We’re here, we’re queer, we’re supporting LGBTQ+ spaces in Seattle.
In case you missed it, Seattle is hella queer. With a famous gayborhood and one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country, the Emerald City delivers in basically every way when it comes to queer spaces, from restaurants to dance floors. Whether your vibe is drag shows and nightlife or coffee shops and retail therapy, support these LGBTQ-owned and inclusive businesses in Seattle with pride.
Caffeinated Vibes
For a bit of pep in your step, and before anything else, grab a coffee at the (unsurprisingly) long list of queer-owned and allied coffee shops around Seattle. Whether it’s Starbucks’ origins or the third wave of indie coffee shops, good coffee is everywhere in Seattle. Here are some great coffee spots with a splash of LGBTQ+ vibes to help you slay all day.
Fuel Coffee
Fuel Coffee is an independent and delicious coffee shop that has its authentic roots in Seattle since 2005. Find them all over Seattle to enjoy their delightful take on amazing coffee.
- cool
- popular
- authentic
- friendly
Union Coffee
Union Coffee is a breezy café that constantly serves amazing cups of hot drinks coupled with sweet and savoury snacks that will leave you wanting more.
- airy
- loud
- popular
- simple
The Station
Coffee Shop
- beautiful
- creative
- hidden-gem
- belonging
Fulcrum Coffee
If you’re craving coffee, Fulcrum Café in Belltown serves up quality caffeine. Co-owner Blas Alfaro sources truly spectacular coffee from small farmers to provide the best cup you can find.
- art
- artisanal
- artsy
- beautiful
Broadcast Coffee
Broadcast Coffee Roasters is an independent roaster featuring artisanal espressos and other delicious drinks perfectly tailored to your palette.
- drinks
- together
- inspired
- modern
Queen Anne Coffee Co.
Queen Anne Coffee Co. is a bright and vibrant spot in downtown Seattle located in one of the best neighborhoods and serving the most delicious coffee you can find.
- tasty
- creative
- vibe
- vibrant
The Conservatory
The Conservatory is an amazing coffee spot serving you one of the best cups in a historic, oldschool vibe that you will love as you sip authentic brews.
- amazing
- art
- authentic
- historic
Café Argento
Café Argento is serving up traditional beverages, pastries, and more with their authentically-sourced recipes perfect for you to enjoy a beautiful morning.
- creative
- hidden-gem
- amazing
- authentic
Taste the Rainbow Vibes
Grab a bite to eat while supporting LGBTQIA+ business owners, from creative takes on southern-style biscuits at Honest Biscuits, to Marination’s Hawaiian-Korean fusion, to the “queer, dinosaur eatery,” Saint John’s Bar and Eatery.
Terra Plata
New American Restaurant
- simple
- fresh
- lovely
- local
Little Maria’s Pizza
Little Maria’s Pizza is an authentic, community-driven place serving New York-style pizzas in a hip place coupled with a full bar.
- delicious
- chill
- creative
- stylish
Marination
Marination has three locations for Hawaiian-Korean takeout that all have their colorful, amazing vibe serving delicious food with an incredible view to match.
- pretty
- amazing
- crunchy
- authentic
Frelard Tamales
Frelard Tamales is a traditional Mexican spot with the best and authentically-made dishes, tapas, and vegan filling options.
- amazing
- creative
- authentic
- colorful
Saint John's Bar & Eatery
- chill
- creative
- popular
- small
The Flora Bakehouse
The Flora Bakehouse is serving up authentic baked goods tailored to your enjoyment of the best pastries and drink pairings you can find.
- colorful
- cute
- delightful
- fun
HeartBeet Organic Superfoods Cafe
Health food restaurant
- healthy
- organic
- friendly
- eco
Shikorina Pastries
They place the highest value on investing in our community and bringing people together, and they use delicious pastries to do it.
- cute
- delightful
- joyful
- friendly
Honest Biscuits
Honest Biscuits restaurant in the Pike Place Market in Downtown Seattle bakes fresh golden brown biscuits daily using the best local ingredients.
- cute
- delightful
- joyful
- friendly
Feeling Like a Snack Vibes
Score some small-batch craft chocolates from Intrigue Chocolate or any number of indulgences from these queer-owned dessert destinations. Sweet tooth? Grab an ‘Over the Rainbow’ donut from Dough Joy to celebrate Pride all year, rainbow glitter icing and all.
Dough Joy
Bakery in Seattle
- inspired
- joyful
- amazing
- colorful
A la Mode Pies
A la Mode Pies creates exceptional pies inspired by seasons, colors, and more! Try their popular summer peach pie in their amazing and joyful atmosphere for the best experience.
- authentic
- joyful
- amazing
- delightful
Intrigue Chocolate
Intrigue Chocolate is a small, artisan chocolate making and confection company that celebrates the discovery of flavor through the medium of fresh chocolate.
- delightful
- buzzing
- together
- energetic
Ice on Mars
Ice on Mars is an intergalactic-themed frozen confectionary that serves up delicious treats and an environment perfect for parties or other fun events.
- colorful
- buzzing
- amazing
- fun
Coping Cookies
Coping Cookies is a pop-up cookie shop that has tasty cookie and other treats ready for you to enjoy in their amazing atmosphere filled with happiness from their delicious desserts.
- colorful
- energetic
- together
- fun
Retail Therapy Vibes
For LGBTQ+ artists, apparel, thrifting, and impulses, look no further. In the SODO neighborhood, Instagram-famous TomboyX is a must for size and gender-inclusive underwear. For curated local and handmade goods in what used to be a 1920s firehouse, check out Station 7.
TomboyX
TomboyX is high quality apparel made for comfort and confidence with sizes from 3XS – 6X. They fit you.
- colorful
- energetic
- together
- friendly
Doll Parts Collective
Doll Parts Collective holds one of Seattle’s best vintage clothing collections that you can find. Their friendly service and colorful atmosphere will leave you wanting more.
- handmade
- shop
- psychedelic
- floral
Brand|Pride
Brand|Pride provides first class service and low prices for you to find the best clothing options possible that fit your style perfectly.
- sweet
- creative
- colorful
- friendly
Sugarpill Apothecary
Apothecary offering culinary & medicinal herbs, spices & artisanal foods, plus body & home products.
- magical
- helpful
- artisanal
underU4men
underU4men is your Under Armour headquarters! They feature a blend of fashion and function few stores can bring you when it comes to athletic apparel.
- sporty
- energetic
- fun
- friendly
Lifelong Thrift Store
Shop Seattle’s Lifelong Thrift store, a non-profit shop that supports Lifelong’s mission to support individuals with HIV/AIDS and other chronic conditions.
- creative
- sporty
- fun
- friendly
Virago Gallery
Virago Gallery is an independent, woman-owned concept space in West Seattle featuring original art, unique jewelry, handmade gifts, tattoo and more.
- creative
- vibe
- amazing
- mystic
Orcas Paley
Orcas Paley is Hillman City’s destination for fine and vintage housewares, apothecary, stationery, bar, and more. Stop by to find anything and everything you need.
- colorful
- fun
- friendly
- eclectic
Bauformat
Bauformat is Seattle’s top brand for modern Kitchens, Baths and Closets – European styling and German engineering paired with beautiful, thoughtful design.
- minimalist
- modern
- friendly
- amazing
Saltstone Ceramics
Saltstone Ceramics was founded on the belief that the most common parts of our lives should be the most beautiful. Every object tells us a story; we believe in story-filled lives.
Saltstone Ceramics has a full range of classes and workshops for potters of all age and skill levels. Our friendly instructors work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for everyone in the studio. Whether you’re new to ceramics or an old hand, you’ll find something to grow your skills.
- creative
- amazing
- artsy
- local
Corazon Candles
Corazon Candles provides customers with the best candles made from amazing scented herbs and other ingredients that will make you the most joyful in their adorable atmosphere.
- beautiful
- amazing
- relaxing
- serene
Bite Society
Bite Society’s folks are a community of culinary craftsmen, makers, and dreamers with a shared passion for uniting folks with good food.
- beautiful
- amazing
- relaxing
- serene
Hair Flip Vibes
It’s accepted as fact now that queers are most powerful after a fresh cut. In need of a new do or a color to dye for? These shops are buzzing with creativity and make the cut. Another fact—the more tattoos on the stylists, the better the trim. We don’t make the rules; we just recommend these queer-inclusive spaces.
BANG
BANG offers beautiful haircuts and color by a creative and inspired set of professional stylists with locations in Capitol Hill, South Lake Union, and Belltown.
- beautiful
- fun
- friendly
- amazing
Squirrel Chops
Cafe in Seattle
- beautiful
- fun
- friendly
- amazing
Rudy’s Barbershop
For 25 years, Rudy’s has been the authority on effortless style. We pioneered the modern barbershop movement and are redefining a new generation of beauty and grooming.
- oldschool
- shop
- modern
- art
LGBTQ+ Libations Vibes
According to some counts, there are only fifteen lesbian bars in the whole country. Seattle has been home to one of them since 1984, the Wildrose. You’ll find an LGBTQ+ watering hole in neighborhoods from West Seattle to Wallingford, though most of them are in Capitol Hill, connected by rainbow crosswalks.
The Cuff Complex
The Cuff is a gay entertainment multiplex with 3 bars, a dance club, and a patio that is extremely popular and social. You are in for an amazing night.
- creative
- authentic
- dance
- gay
Wildrose
Wildrose is one of the oldest lesbian bars on the West Coast, offering DJs, karaoke, and amazing outdoor seating for a super fun and incredible evening.
- lovely
- chill
- creative
- vibe
Madison Pub
The Madison Pub, a gay bar in Seattle, is the most popular gay bar in Seattle and has the most unbelievable gay bartenders who are the most amazing drink mixers to craft delicious cocktails for a fun evening out.
- hidden-gem
- local
- creative
- chill
C.C. Attle's
Known for it’s strong drinks and good food, CC’s has long been a safe place for Seattles gay community to have fun and let loose for an amazing night.
- chill
- creative
- gay
- friendly
Pony
Pony is a 1930s-era station which now houses a gay bar with a dance floor, outdoor patio, and intimate fire pit.
- creative
- atmosphere
- chill
- cool
Diesel
Diesel is a comfortable gay bar with a short menu of pub grub, a weekday happy hour, a pool table coupled with a fun and social atmosphere with dimmed lights.
- amazing
- gay
- old
- friendly
Crescent Lounge
Gay Bar
- chill
- cool
- creative
- relaxing
Union
Located on Seattle’s Capitol Hill at 1318 East Union, Union is featuring cocktails and food in a relaxed, fun atmosphere with a garden patio, bar, and fireplace lounge.
- neighborhood
- chill
- creative
- friendly
The Lumber Yard Bar
The Lumber Yard Bar is serving fancy cocktails, premium wines, and craft beers served in an inclusive gay neighborhood hangout.
- amazing
- colorful
- friendly
- fun
The Seattle Eagle
The Seattle Eagle is a classic gay leather bar with themed nights, a pool, and, on top of that, amazing and intimate neon décor.
- friendly
- fun
- neon
- social
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Lipsync For Your Life Vibes
Seattle is home to a diverse drag scene, with no shortage of opportunities to see these kings and queens slay. Queer/Bar is home to a regular cast of local performers and the best place to catch the ones you’ve seen on shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race and The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula. Check out Kremwerk for a more alternative take on drag, and neighbors for their 18+ nights. Bring singles and throw all of them.
Queer/Bar
Gay Bar
- creative
- gay
- queer
- friendly
Neighbors
Neighbors has been a gay nightclub since 1983 has 3 floors with food service and amazing performances.
- amazing
- vibe
- gay
- popular
Kremwerk
The Kremwerk + Timbre Room Complex is a queer-centric 21+ nightclub and live music venue, specializing in progressive electronic music and queer culture.
- creative
- vibe
- queer
- friendly
Mimosas Cabaret
Corn dogs meet cocktails at this carnival-themed bar with arcades and a stage downstairs for you to enjoy amazing performances.
- amazing
- vibe
- dogs
- popular
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