Palace Bar

Palace Bar is one of South Beach’s best-known gay venues, with a prime Ocean Drive location and a drag show that regularly spills out toward the sidewalk. The big draw is the performers: expect high-energy numbers, plenty of crowd interaction and a steady shower of dollar bills, especially during the hugely popular drag brunches. The venue also has a rooftop bar with ocean views, plus indoor and patio seating.

Palace attracts a broad mix of LGBTQ+ locals, tourists, birthday groups and visitors who have come specifically for the show, so it can feel more like a South Beach spectacle than a traditional neighborhood gay bar. If the drag is the reason you are going, reserve ahead and ask for a table with a clear view of the performance area.