The Back Door

207 S College Ave, Bloomington
(812) 333-3123

Recent Reviews

Steph and jordan

I am going to this on Friday march 29th and I can’t wait I am not a lesbian at all but I love me some people like this it’s my first time ever going to one of these shows

Audrey Bowers

overly sentimental review coming in—absolutely love and loved this place. a great place for people who want to meet gay and trans friendly folks without feeling too much pressure. i’m deducting a point simply because of how loud the music always was, a sensory friendly show or a silent disco for those who get overstimulated would be very cute. i’m taking a break because of my alcoholic tendencies, as well as mental health concerns and some embarrassment, but if you want to party, this is the place. if you want to perform, the open stage shows on wednesdays are a great way to start. if you love to sing, karaoke with misfit is immaculate. if you like a drag show, this bar features the best artists in and out of state. oh and go next door to blockhouse for the gay honky tonk

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Bo Steward

So gay so hot!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

zozokemp 1313

This is my favorite spot in town it has great vibes and it feels safe. The food in the food truck is perfect is amazing and they always have fun events.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jimothy Leary

I made an unplanned visit to Bloomington, and decided to check out karaoke at The Back Door. The environment was very welcoming, and the place was full of energy and love. Highly recommended, and my only complaint is that I don't have more time here to check out their other amazing events.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

kef

truly amazing name. i left my debit card here

Anjali Dziarski

My favorite bar in Bloomington! Definitely makes some people uncomfortable given it’s a gay bar, but this is the best place for dancing with tasty drinks. Get the cucumber one!!

Amanda Tinkle

The atmosphere is immaculate. Only *minor* complaint is some of the performers at shows aren't doing much performing, but its still so fun to be there regardless. My bloom go to.

Atmosphere: 5

Luna Magick

The Back Door is one of my favorite places to perform. The backstage area, staff, and patrons are all fantastic✨

Trey Simos

So much fun, the drinks are great, the food is so good and the entertainment is so good

Netra Faeborn

Gay bars are a rare treat here in Indiana and Bloomington. There’s nothing better than this one. I love coming here and the owners are absolutely nice and the staff is amazing. Not to mention the bartenders know how to pour up a really good one as well.

Kaitlen Fagan

Loved that they had a menu board with fun mocktails! Made going out while pregnant easy and fun to still participate.

Larke Wings

This place is NOT all inclusive. If you have a disability you will not get in. Their elevator lift has been broken for MONTHS. We showed up only to be turned away and this is the second time. I will not be going back. The manager was really nice about it, but he isnt responsible for fixing the lift. TIP: Build a RAMP

Joshua Burton

This place is so fake & is not even gay friendly. Not only that I got cheated by the bartender he tipped himself without even asking.. It's supposed to be voluntary? A tip Right? Not only that I also got pickpocketed inside the the bar. Also the most unfriendly bar I've ever been to that's for sure.

Kent

Bartenders allowed there "friends" to cut in line for a drink after we waited 20 minutes. People in line reaching in front of u being rude. No air conditioning @ all. I was impressed that they had a food vendor. Overall we liked the bar except for it being so hot. Plus bartenders need to stop letting people cut in line. Maybe get the air fixed with all the money u collect for cover and drinks. Drink prices were very fair and so was the food vendor. Not trying to be a hater but definitely have some easy issues to fix.

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