Mineshaft

"Mineshaft is one of the oldest gay bars in Long Beach, and it’s still a central mingling spot for the neighborhood. On weeknights, you might find some locals hanging out around the pool table, chugging beers and snacking on mozzarella sticks. But on weekends, The Mineshaft feels a bit like a buzzy nightclub—the DJ plays classic Top 40 hits, the room gets packed, and most people end up dancing with a stranger. If you’re looking for new connections, there’s a good chance you’ll make friends here—just remember to bring cash." - brant cox, nikko duren

"Mineshaft is one of the oldest gay bars in Long Beach, and it’s still a central mingling spot for the neighborhood. On weeknights, you might find some locals hanging out around the pool table, chugging beers and snacking on mozzarella sticks. But on weekends, The Mineshaft feels a bit like a buzzy nightclub—the DJ plays classic Top 40 hits, the room gets packed, and most people end up dancing with a stranger. If you’re looking for new connections, there’s a good chance you’ll make friends here—just remember to bring cash." - Nikko Duren

"Many consider Mineshaft to be the anchor of Long Beach’s Broadway corridor, a mile long stretch between Alamitos Avenue and Cherry Avenue with the city’s densest collection of gay establishments. The bar, opened in 1977, literally looks like a mine shaft with exposed beams and wall decor adding to the theme. On weekend nights the space hosts a DJ and a small dance floor, but Mineshaft also has pool tables and a photo booth for those who choose to visit on a weeknight." - Isaac Ahn