Set in the middle of Hell's Kitchen's gay nightlife strip, Rise Bar's drag brunch is a lively, local-feeling weekend party with rotating queens and two seatings a day so you can pick your slot. The queens host, lip-sync and work the crowd while the drinks flow, making it a favorite for groups, birthdays and anyone who wants the drag-brunch ritual without a tourist-trap feel. It's a strong weekend alternative if Lips is booked — reserve ahead.
What to expect
An intimate bar-room show with queens performing between and during brunch service, plenty of audience interaction, and a warm neighborhood crowd. Two seatings run each weekend day, so there's flexibility on timing. Reservations are recommended since popular slots fill, especially for groups.
Good to know
- Two seatings run each weekend day — pick the one that suits your plans
- Reserve ahead for groups and celebrations
- It sits in Hell's Kitchen's LGBTQ+ nightlife district, near many bars for after
- Tipping the performers is customary
- Walkable from Times Square and Port Authority transit
- Expect an interactive show, so sit close if you want to be part of it
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Common questions
How many seatings are there?
Rise Bar runs two drag brunch seatings on both Saturday and Sunday, so you can choose an earlier or later slot.
Do I need a reservation?
It's recommended, particularly for groups and celebrations, as weekend seatings can fill up.
Where is it?
In Hell's Kitchen, in the heart of the neighborhood's LGBTQ+ bar and nightlife area.
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