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A Bavarian brass band performs most days in Hofbräuhaus.

Sip an exotic drink at the 40-m- (130-ft-) long bar while enjoying the Far Eastern atmosphere. Imaginatively prepared Asian dishes are the mainstay in the adjoining dining room. Mixed clientele.

This is the oldest lesbian hangout in the city. Gays and straight friends are equally welcome. Many regulars and Saturday night disco with a DJ.

Café with Philippe-Starck design and outdoor tables located on Gärtnerplatz. The bar opens at 5pm.

Trendy destination with a bar and restaurant on two floors. The courtyard is packed in summer. You’ll enjoy the European-Asian cuisine, which is offered at a lower price during lunchtime. Iwan’s is known for excellent cocktails and friendly service. During the day, the crowd is mixed, but at night you’ll encounter the gay scene’s in-crowd. Whether you’re gay or not, you’ll feel comfortable and be entertained.

Fabulous blues and jazz venue. Mon–Sat.

Rustic American ambience with barkeepers who are trained to mix some 200 cocktails, although you can also simply stand at the counter and drink a beer straight out of the bottle. Classics such as lobster and Tex-Mex dishes characterize the menu in the dining area.

This renowned café was founded by songwriter Konstantin Wecker. Live music from 9pm.

Munich’s gay Internet café with a bar and outdoor patio located at the gateway to the gay district, Sendlinger Tor. Cocktails and small dishes are served to a mixed public in daytime, which gives way to a predominantly gay crowd at night.

The Kultfabrik (cult factory), is a vast entertainment district, with over 20 bars, clubs, and discos. After 2005, most operators will move to a new site in Fröttmaning next to the new Allianz Arena.