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This is still one of the hottest spots in town for boys of a certain persuasion. Its weekends are a hoot when girlie dance anthems from the likes of Kylie Minogue, Kelly Clarkson and Kelis are dropped by resident DJ Andrew Tang, and the crowd, mostly trendy young things, sashay their way to the dancefloor and let it rip. It helps that drinks here are affordable—all house pours are $5 and a bottle of Absolut Vodka is only $80—with one-for-one on all housepour jugs every Friday and Saturday before midnight. If you’re into emerging local talents, occasional dance and singing competitions are also held here on weekdays.
Taboo
Set inside a two-story 5,000 sq. ft. space on Neil Road, this is one of the classier gay bars in town. The main floor downstairs is where all the action takes place, replete with an LED-lit dancefloor and 30 ft.-long bar. Upstairs, dubbed the Attic, is where you can chill out over a cocktail or two, glossing over the beautiful crowd. The vibe is heady, with progressive house filling the floor. Come on a Saturday when it’s most fun: KL’s DJ Louis T drops by every third Saturday of the month with his teeming tribal dance tunes, while the themed HOT Party held every fourth Saturday of the month occasionally sees international DJs dropping by (Junior Sanchez, maybe?).
HQ Karaoke & Bar
Previously Toca Me Bar, this “ladies” hangout is not just a place to people watch. As the name suggests, it is also where you can croon a ditty or two. An open Karaoke concept also means that you can easily make new friends here while you work out those vocal chords. Failing that, enjoy its signature cocktails like the Soju Oolong Tea, Mojitos and Apple Shooters while chilling out on plush seats amid distinctively pink-colored décor.
