Eagle NYC

Gay bar · Chelsea

Eagle NYC

Gay bar · Chelsea

554 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001

Highlights

At this dark-lit, multi-level Chelsea haven, you can kick back with reasonably priced drinks, groove on the packed dance floor, or chill on the rooftop, all while soaking in the city's vibrant leather community vibe.

554 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001 Get directions

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"There are two levels at this Chelsea spot—a staple for the NYC leather community—each with its own full bar, and an excellent rooftop for warmer nights. The drinks are reasonably priced and you’ll find early 2000s Falcon porn (the young Matthew Rush kind) playing on the TV screens around the bar. If you don’t come prepared with the proper attire, there’s a leather and fetish gear shop in the industrial elevator which floats between floors." - Bryan Kim, Matt Tervooren

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"The Eagle is NYC’s premier leather bar, where you’ll find the most body hair and the least deodorant. There are two levels at this Chelsea spot, each with its own full bar, and an excellent rooftop for warmer nights. The drinks are reasonably priced and you’ll find early 2000s Falcon porn (the young Matthew Rush kind) playing on the TV screens around the bar. If you don’t come prepared with the proper attire, there’s a leather and fetish gear shop in the industrial elevator which floats between floors—but don’t feel bad if you show up in jeans and a t-shirt, because everyone’s welcome." - Rob Anderson, Matt Clifton, Nikko Duren, Amelia, Neha Talreja

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"The Eagle is NYC’s staple for the leather/daddy/bear/pup/cub/otter/direwolf community, where you’ll find the most body hair and the least deodorant. There are two levels at this Chelsea spot, each with its own full bar, and an excellent rooftop for warmer nights. The drinks are reasonably priced and you’ll find early 2000s Falcon porn (the young Matthew Rush kind) playing on the TV screens around the bar. If you don’t come prepared with the proper attire, there’s a leather and fetish gear shop in the industrial elevator which floats between floors - but don’t feel bad if you show up in jeans and a t-shirt, because everyone’s welcome. There’s a rotating calendar with weekly recurring events like “Hanky Tuesday” and “Frisky Saturday,” but you can usually find people having sex here any day of the week." - Rob Anderson & Matt Clifton

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Rogerio Perez

Google

Terrible experience - Rude bartender ruined the night. I’ve never encountered someone so bitter, disrespectful, and utterly devoid of basic courtesy as the bartender at this place. It’s clear that this person lacks even a shred of kindness or decency, making it unfortunate that they are in a job that requires interaction with people. Honestly, being the bartender of a low-grade establishment like this seems to be the absolute peak of what they’ll achieve in life – and even that is a stretch. The negativity and incompetence from this individual were palpable, and it’s clear they’re stuck in a miserable cycle of unhappiness. It’s a shame to see someone so consumed by their own personal failures that they feel the need to take it out on customers. If you value your evening and want to avoid being subjected to such a low level of service and decency, I’d recommend staying far away from this place.

Joe M

Google

$20 cover on a Sunday night??? Seriously?? My friend went in and said hardly anyone there. Bar loses money and bartenders too with no one there. Sunday used to be so much fun and crowded. Going to lose your faithful customers. Unbelievable !

James N

Google

This is one of the best gay bars in the world. Unfortunately, after paying $25+ cover and three $15 cocktails, one bartender refused to give me water (only bottled water for $5). However, two other bartenders gave me water. Unclear management’s policy or the advantage of having a bunch of dehydrated patrons on premises.

Adam Krupinski

Google

Go during non-peak hours! Saturday night entry sold well over capacity, by 1am it takes >10min just to squeeze from one side of the first floor to the other. No room to stand anywhere without being pushed into, let alone dance. Wouldn’t be a big deal if I hadn’t just paid $25 to get in

Ray Ray

Google

There's a big dancefloor, which is nice after you're done upstairs. Drinks are good and cheap. Literally my favorite bar.

Ryan Witwicki Faddegon

Google

The bartenders were rude and unprofessional. Wouldn't let me get a glass a water but couple did, one threw a tantrum for asking glass of water, and not one would make my mojito, Moscow Mule. They also won't give you a refill on your spilled drinks which happens. The reason why didn't lower had a hot time. In the future perhaps I won't buy drinks just dance and ask for water and stick with Shirley Temples. Because somehow I'm a weirdo.

S.L. Beaumont

Google

This is a great space and I love the atmosphere but my last visit the bartender was so rude. I'm an advocate for gay bars where we're made to feel welcome and I'm no stranger to Eagle bars. We want to keep our gay friendly -- especially gay leather -- spaces. Customers will respect your space and your bar a lot more if the bar equally treats the customers with respect. A bartender who stands at one end of the bar gabbing with his friends and acts like customers are annoying him when they order drinks is not customer friendly nor a good business model. Don't become your own demise -- step up.

Don Warga

Google

Always a great time! The staff is friendly and welcoming! Atmosphere is positive... Have never had a bad experience there. It does get extremely crowded on Saturday nights - dance floor is packed... Sunday beer bash / BLUF events are lower key!!!