COCKATOO

"Cockatoo in the Gayborhood is a sleek, plant-filled bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and pretty good reception if you’re still swiping on someone to join you here. While they make good cocktails—we’re fans of the citrusy sunrise rum punch—they’re probably the only place in town with prosecco, vodka, tequila, and 10 other options on draft. And during a night here or at drag brunch on Sundays, you can mix them all and create your own drink for $10. The tapas menu features empanadas, chickpea avocado toast, and yuca fries. But let’s get real—you’re not here for the food. You’re here to meet someone hot (whose profile you didn’t read after seeing the pictures) and drink lots of tequila. " - candis mclean

"Cockatoo in the Gayborhood is a sleek, plant-filled bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and pretty good reception if you’re still swiping on someone to join you here. While they make good cocktails—we’re fans of the citrusy sunrise rum punch—they’re probably the only place in town with prosecco, vodka, tequila, and 10 other options on draft. And during a night here or at drag brunch on Sundays, you can mix them all and create your own drink for $10. The tapas menu features empanadas, chickpea avocado toast, and yuca fries. But let’s get real—you’re not here for the food. You’re here to meet someone hot (whose profile you didn’t read after seeing the pictures) and drink lots of tequila." - Candis R. McLean

"You might not immediately think of killer Latin food when you imagine Center City gay bars, but at Cockatoo, that’s exactly what’s on offer. Don’t sleep on the empanadas, especially the corn and poblano variety, and if you’re in the mood to share, check out the patatas bravas or yucca fries. Cockatoo is a great neighborhood place to stop for a snack and feel at home in the casual and welcoming environment." - Nick DeSimone

"You might not immediately think of killer Latin food when you imagine Center City gay bars, but at Cockatoo, that’s exactly what’s on offer. Don’t sleep on the empanadas, especially the corn and poblano variety, and if you’re in the mood to share, check out the patatas bravas or yucca fries. Cockatoo is a great neighborhood place to stop for a snack and feel at home in the casual and welcoming environment." - Nick DeSimone