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Bachelor Forum

(60 Ratings)
In the heart of ArtWalk district
This leather/levi bar is Rochester's oldest gay-owned and operated bar and is a landmark of the local gay community.


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Reviews

cavalier
cavalier
Over a year ago

This bar epitomizes the Rochester gay bar scene: friendly (if slow) bartenders, cheap strong drinks, diverse crowd of all ages. I was in Rochester for a conference and came here every night. It can be loud during karaoke night, but otherwise it's a very laidback, friendly place.


upmine9
upmine9
Over a year ago

Great place, Always

Been dropping in at the Forum since back in the 80's ! Always a great mix of people and friendly.


ScottsvilleMatt
ScottsvilleMatt
Over a year ago

low key, but still the busiest place in rochester to hang out

Decent place. Can be quiet. Most lively on sunny weekends when people sit out front or across the street on the patio in front of Starry Nights cafe.


triquatra364
triquatra364
Over a year ago

forum

I've always loved the Forum, its mostly a guys bar, but everyone is themselves, not some plastic carbon copy of what people think is popular, also not near as cliquey as other bars, its a place where everyone feels welcome no matter what age you are...the average patron is in middle age or older, but they make you feel welcome no matter what your age is, as long as your at least 21!


TimJon34
TimJon34
Over a year ago

Favorite

My favorite place to be...


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