Flex

You get what you get with one of the few bars in the capitol city. If this place has any demerits it's that they're almost always TOO busy so it's difficult to enjoy what brought you here whether it's the alcohol, men, or hookup scene. But the employees and owner are absolutely stellar, and they make very quality drinks for fair prices. Flex has gone through multiple location changes and infrastructure changes and I've been going for a decade now - and I won't stop even if i only have the opportunity to go twice a year or so.

Step into a dimly lit labyrinth where the walls seem to swallow your secrets and every corner whispers mood and mystery. This bar is a glorious mess, the music pulses with an offbeat energy while a bartender is running a bar where the mixers seem to have gone on vacation. Better hope you’re in the mood for whiskey neat or tequila straight up—because anything else is clearly an improvisation! It's a place where no one cares if the floors are sticky or the décor is a little less. It’s chaos, it’s charm, it’s definitely unapologetic—a refuge for anyone who wants to drink, dance, and just be in the glorious mess of it all. The regulars are more like a family here, they have claimed their seats and built a strong camaraderie. Cheers!

My fav gay bar in Raleigh! Friendly staff, great vibes and an enormous outdoor patio. Highly recommend!!!

I have been numerous times throughout the years and always had a fabulous experience! You must check them out and their new location when visiting Raleigh!

One of few LGBTQ club/ bar Really enjoy their Gogo night. Good place to start the night with friends.

Nice bar, great service, limited drink menu but it's not bad. It's great to have an outdoor space as well.

Gay karaoke bar. Friendly bartender. Clean establishment. Went on a Tuesday night; it was very quiet.

Man this place has gone downhill. Well, most of the gay bars in Raleigh have. But the reply from an owner with "too bad" when I asked "you're closing at 12:30 during pride" takes the mismanagement cake. No wonder the gay scene here has been dying a slow death. Legends and Flex have shared owners and none of them care. Oh and they ran out of ice... And well alcohol... I guess maintaining their equipment and stock falls to the wayside along with celebrating pride. It's just a shame that they've decided to basically throw out their best patrons. It's definitely not a gay bar anymore. It's run like a straight bar.