Inspired by the Nevada Gaming Commission’s “black book” of excluded persons, this bar intends to do just the opposite by making sure that everyone feels welcome. It’s certainly made good on that promise and has since been voted the best bar in Palm Springs, even taking home prizes in the best classic cocktails and best restaurant categories. So don’t hesitate to order food while you’re here—this isn’t your ordinary bar food.

Blackbook is a bar and "Little Kitchen" that is a hit with locals and visitors alike, including LGBTQ communities. Named after the Nevada Gaming Commission's "black book," which lists people who have been excluded from establishments, this Blackbook strives to do the opposite as an inclusive place to grab a drink and food. Recent patrons praise the well-crafted cocktails and mountain views from the patio.

Blackbook is a bar and “Little Kitchen” that is a hit with locals and visitors alike, including LGBTQ communities. Named after the Nevada Gaming Commission’s “black book,” which lists people who have been excluded from establishments, this Blackbook strives to do the opposite as an inclusive place to grab a drink and food. Recent patrons praise the well-crafted cocktails and mountain views from the patio.

Blackbook is a gay bar in the Arenas District, known for its industrial-styled, trendy atmosphere and extensive whiskey selections. It is also considered one of the best places to buy a bite. The pet-friendly policy at Blackbook on Arenas extends to the outdoor patio area, where guests are welcome to relax and socialize with their dogs while enjoying the bustling energy of downtown Palm Springs.

Blackbook, located on Palm Springs’ popular gay strip known as the Arenas District, is one of Trixie Mattel’s favorite places to eat while she’s in town. “They have a food menu that is accidentally, secretly so f— good,” Trixie said. “I mean, it’s a gay bar, but whenever I’m there now, people are eating — it’s like they accidentally became a restaurant because their food is so good.

Lacking attitude but not flavor, Blackbook brings a lively neighborhood vibe to downtown Palm Springs. This comfy hangout built on inclusion forgoes fussy drinks for playful cocktails like the Negorski, mingling vodka with rich espresso liqueur. Pair them with heaping plates of indulgent disco fries or the colossal grilled cheese oozing with creamy Havarti.

Blackbook is an award-winning Bar & Grill for a mostly gay clientele who love a relaxing hangout. In the middle of an array of LGBTQIA+ spaces in Palm Springs, Blackbook has vegan-friendly food, quintessential cocktails, and an outstanding view of the beginnings of the Indian Canyons, a must-see nature reserve.

When it comes to craft cocktails in the desert, Blackbook is one of the best. If you're a fan of whiskey, you'll love the fact that this cozy bar has more than 450 bottles to explore. From a Tito's martini to a zesty margarita, all of the classics are covered, but the signature cocktails are what truly shine.

Winner of Desert Sun's Best Restaurant in 2020, Blackbook is the real "chill bar" in the Arenas district as far as we're concerned. Its sleek industrial style features the largest whiskey selection in Palm Springs and a lot of acclaim for being the "best bar food in Palm Springs" among the locals.

A gay favorite honored with Desert Sun Times' "Best of the Valley" awards, Blackbook Bar features Palm Springs' largest collection of whiskeys (more than 250) and a delicious Americana menu that includes disco fries, a half-pound white meat Nashville hot chicken sandwich, and vegan burger.

The understated cocktail bar Blackbook has a small kitchen but a large heart. Blackbook bar provides award-winning artisan signature cocktails and traditional American comfort food so excellent that they were crowned Palm Springs’ best restaurant. Everyone is welcome at the Blackbook.

(Try the key lime pie martini!) If whiskey is your jam, look no further than Blackbook, which stocks more than 450 bottles alongside beer, seltzers, and hard kombucha. Open late on El Paseo in Palm Desert, the elevated Libation Room lounge attracts an interesting mix of locals.

Black Book Bar is a fixture on the gay scene around Palm Springs; it’s a great place to hang out and grab some drinks before heading out for a night and do both great snack food and more filling options. The interior of the bar is monotone, with black floors, tables and chairs.

This hangout serves craft drinks for every palate, from the house-label hibiscus blond beer to hard kombucha to specialty herb-infused cocktails with names like Cocked & Loaded and Just Fuckin’ Try It. The food menu takes bar bites to the next level.

For a fun social scene, Blackbook is a trendy LGBTQ+ venue with one of the largest bourbon selections in the city. The Purple Room adds to the entertainment with live music and a retro ambiance, creating an unforgettable night of fun and dancing.

Blackbook Bar is a great place to start, with a great menu and award-winning craft cocktails (but without the attitude). Across the street is the popular nightclub Hunters Palm Springs. This is an excellent place for clubbing.

BlackBook – Technically a cocktail bar, but its small kitchen serves amazing burgers, Nashville hot chicken, and other regionally inspired standards. Due to its location on Arenas, it's a firm favorite with gay clientele.

Besides being a super-hip cocktail bar, with a perfect ‘people watching’ open patio, they also serve yummy bar food until 1 AM. Happy Hour everyday 4-6 PM Thursday 5-7 PM- Local Bear meet-up760-832-8497blackbookbar.com

Blackbook is the best gay bar for afternoon food and drinks. They have indoor-outdoor seating as well as tables along the street. Guys come here both solo and in groups of friends and everything is super casual.

Besides being a super-hip cocktail bar, with a perfect ‘people watching’ open patio, they also serve yummy bar food until ‘late’ every day. Happy Hour everyday 4-6 PM 760-832-8497blackbookbar.com

Based on how swiftly Blackbook has become a beloved fixture in the LGBT community, its outstanding food, attentive service, and handcrafted drinks are surefire ingredients for success.

If you’re looking to have a drink in a specifically LGBTQ+ friendly space, check out Blackbook Bar & Kitchen, Retroroom Lounge, and other great gay hotspots in the Arenas District.

The Arenas Road block has a number of gay bars: Chill Bar, Street Bar, Blackbook, Stacy’s, Eagle 501 Bar, and for fun showtune nights (now three nights a week), Quadz.

We were going to order nachos but one of our friends who is a Palm Springs local insisted we waited. He said he knew the best spot for nachos in Palm Springs.

You can enjoy this southern classic right here in Palm Springs at Blackbook, which also hosts a beautiful open-air bar and great drinks.