These places are all worth trying, if only for the experience, and because Boston is a relatively small city you won’t have to trek very far to find someplace that suits you.Ģ09 Columbus Ave., Boston, (617) 536-0966, This centrally located bar was just remodeled after 27 years of wear and tear by gays from Boston and beyond. Readers beware: if you’re not into young, glam gays, you probably won’t like the places listed below as much as my friends and I do. Instead of generalizing about the vibrant gay community in Boston and all that the city has to offer by way of gay bars and nightclubs, I have decided to highlight the spots that I enjoy most. Still, while New York is considered to have the ultimate gay nightlife scene of any city in the country (followed by San Francisco), Boston is not far behind. It is important to note that I am a New Yorker at heart, and my praise for Boston is offered sparingly. This is not the case for me, however, especially considering to the two cities’ gay scenes. It is often said that you either love Boston or New York, but never both.