R Lounge

Dancing · Sports Bar · Phoenix, AZ

About

Pool table, karaoke, and dancing all share space in this Melrose District lesbian bar. Owner-operated for over 22 years, R Lounge keeps a sports-bar feel with happy hour specials and a smoking area out back.

Reviews mention extra bouncers and a strict dress code, so dress sharp. The crowd leans local, and the bartenders are friendly. It's one of Phoenix's few dedicated lesbian spaces.

Located in Central Phoenix along Indian School Road, in the Melrose District known for its LGBTQ+-friendly bars and shops.

Features

✓Owner-operated lesbian bar for 22+ years
✓Pool table and karaoke nights
✓Happy hour in the Melrose District
✓Smoking area available

Good for

✓Pool Table✓Smoking Area✓Dancing✓Sports Bar✓Karaoke

Practical

✓Lesbian

What people say

36 community ratings.

From the community

“One of the best in Phoenix”

The bartenders are very attentive and friendly. Prices are reasonable.

A visitor · Over a year ago

“best lesbian club”

Friendly place. The owner has dedicated 22 years to the gay community. She previously owned Cash Inn and Country Club bar & grill, which is now Bunk House. She bought her first bar at age 21.

A guest · Over a year ago

“Avoid”

Not fun.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“decent stop”

It was clear they've had issues, with extra bouncers and a strict dress code, but the bartenders were nice and the crowd was good. I'd go again. My straight sister was treated well and the music was enjoyable.

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“worst bar in AZ”

As a gay couple from the Bay Area, when we moved here we expected some friction from locals, but not in a gay bar. We've never been harassed at any straight bar here the way we were at this place. We brought a lesbian friend from LA and were so embarrassed.

A visitor · Over a year ago