A New York on Tap pick

XL Lounge

357 W. 16th St.
Chelsea, Manhattan

Already closed by 2009

In 2026

Closed; now La Victoria NYC

Later here: The Lately (licensed 2018–20), Noir (licensed 2022–24).

Checked October 19, 2026.

Ultra slick, hyper-modern gay bar/lounge.

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Comix 0.1 mi No license found in 2026