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Hardware store turned buzzy nightclub with a large dance floor & DJs plus nightly live performances.
From Google Maps reviews.
Nestled in Hell’s Kitchen, Hardware NYC delivers intimate drag performances and solid hospitality. A smaller crowd on a rainy Thursday night made the experience more personal and enjoyable. Ambience: Chill and cozy vibes. Despite the smaller turnout, the bar’s energy didn’t disappoint. Decor: Classic and understated, with a focus on the stage for performances. Crowd: Low-key due to the weather, but this made for a more intimate experience. Drinks: Good service with attentive bartenders who e
Go here to dance!! Went at around 10PM on a Friday night, and the dance floor was kinda dead until around 11PM, and then people really showed up. Drinks were not the strongest, but tasty, and the dance floor was huge and atmospheric. Also, great bathroom, and drag on and off. Definitely coming back!
Still one of my favorite gay bars in Hells Kitchen, just because it is who it is. Not pretentious, just an everyday crowd, gorgeous and funny drag queens, and fun and personable bartenders. They have happy hour specials and plenty of space with the stage and DJ at the back.
From the Apr 30, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.