The Stage Door

Karaoke · Dayton, OH

4.5 (8 · Yelp ) ·$ ·

About

Bar: Full bar

The crowd here is a mix of 40-something regulars and loyal patrons who've been coming for decades. The Stage Door has been pouring cocktails for over half a century, making it one of Dayton's longest-running gay bars. You'll find drag shows and karaoke on the schedule, plus a full bar and outdoor seating when the weather's good.

Weekends open at 4pm, weekdays at 6pm, and they stay open until 2:30am every night. Regulars say it's the kind of place where you can actually talk to people and make real friends.

Features

  • Over 50 years in business
  • Drag shows and karaoke nights
  • Outdoor seating and full bar
  • Friendly crowd, 40s and up

Good for

Drag Shows40 SomethingsKaraoke

Practical

Mixed LGBTQOutdoor SeatingBike ParkingCredit Cards AcceptedHas TVFull BarGood for Groups
4.5

What people say

Rated from 8 reviews. 27 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

From the community

“Great Place to hang out”

Having lived in this city most of my life, The Stage Door feels like home. It's been open longer than any other bar around. I appreciate that there are men my age to chat with. I remember disco — that dates me. I've always had a good time and found someone interesting to talk to, and I've made good friends there.

A visitor · Over a year ago

“Very dingy and dead”

I've never been inside this bar because it looks unwelcoming from the outside, and I've never seen anyone in there.

A guest · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Stage Door have drag shows? +

Yes, drag shows are a regular feature. Check their schedule for upcoming performances.

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