QBar
Gay bar · The Castro ·
Dance floor, DJs, themed nights, and welcoming all-inclusive space
Dance floor, DJs, themed nights, and welcoming all-inclusive space
"QBar is another space that’s finally come back after it shut down due to a fire in 2019, opening back up to the Castro crowds as of November 2024. As Hoodline reports, the bar has gotten a much-needed remodel, with new art installed into the space. Themed nights and parties are back, too, keep an eye on Qbar’s Instagram for the latest events." - Dianne de Guzman
"After a five-year closure, the Castro bar officially reopened on Friday, November 8, with plans in the works to relaunch some weekday and weeknight parties. In the meantime, the bar’s goal remains the same: “We will continue the bar’s mission to serve as an all-inclusive space while catering specifically to queer, trans, and communities of color,” owners said in a statement." - Justine Jones
"After five years of wondering if this sticky-floored dance spot would ever return, the Castro institution has finally reopened. Its previous weekly events and parties have also returned. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation
"I learned that Q Bar, a gay bar and club in the Castro District, has been closed since a late 2019 fire; located at 456 Castro Street, co-owner Cip Cipriano says he had to rebuild the building and that the bar should finally reopen later this spring after being closed for multiple years." - Lauren Saria
"This historic LGBTQ+ nightlife spot at 456 Castro is set to reopen: the owners are using fire damage as an opportunity to renovate and expect a new start later this year." - Eve Batey