HALO Bar & Lounge

The first trans men's night last week was also my first real bar visit. My nb friend & myself (trans man) were a bit nervous, but we very quickly felt right at home. The bartenders are kind & attentive. (Didn't expect to immediately be flustered just ordering a drink!) The drinks were strong, damn good, and affordable. We're hoping to become regulars if our schedules can allow for it. The place was really laid-back & I hope I can be a little more talkative next time around!

Been going to this bar since I came out of the closet it’s my first gay bar. It’s always been my bar, Thanks changed new owners. For the best they got a new hot bartender Super nice, beautiful smile drinks are Good and decently Priced The parking lot guy always helped me get out every single time and I always got a drink fast. The music’s good. The owner is nice.

In from out of town, stopped by for a quick nightcap. Found pleasant conversation with a couple other regulars and the new owner came and introduced himself. Ive been in the bar biz for many years an can appreciate his visions for many of the things we discussed about the bar. You will always have push back with change from stagnant bar flies whom do not possess the ability to hold a decent conversation, but those are few and far between. I absolutely loved the space, the vibe, and will most def recommend this place as a stop for my fellow gays who live close or are traveling. Good Job! Cant wait to come back!

Longtime customer finding myself stopping in more and more, lately. Always have a good time! Monday and Tuesday in particular. We need to support queer spaces. Any overly critical feedback here should be taken with a grain of salt - with any new owner it’s going to take a minute to get their footing and figure out what works and what doesn’t. Happy to support <3

Horrible bar. I am from another state. Actually came under cover to do a review on the bar itself and staff. While sitting at the bar I waited 20 minutes for a drink and it was little to no one there. Staff is not attentive at all. I ordered one drink and I sat at the bar alone until I left.Not to mention while leaving the staff told security to follow me which he did. While I was walking out security was walking behind me with a wand. Multiple signs throughout the time I was there seemed as if they did not want someone who looked like me in their establishment. I do not recommend and will be posting my video to TikTok and insta.

My friends and I have been coming here for years. It seemed to be the last bastion of actual communal enjoyment of the bear community. Although due to the new management I'm starting to think it's no longer that. The new decor, the stripping of "entertainment" on the TVs, and the "curfew" of the patio is leaving a bad taste in my mouth about what's to come for a staple gay bar in this state. The incident I'm referring to in particular regards a patron bringing in outside liquor, and although this was most likely seen on camera, the new owner (I presume) thought it appropriate to punish the entire populace, and bring them inside on a hot summer evening, of which most of us were simply trying to enjoy a warm summer evening over drinks and a few smokes. I'm not saying I won't come back, but this definitely raises some doubts about how certain isolated incidents are going to be handled in the future, which will affect other patrons far less patient than I about the ostricization of clientele, regarding said incidents.

Friendly bartenders. Great DJ. Nice big patio. Overall a great vibe! First time here on Friday and was very impressed with the renovations - very very clean.

My experience here has always been excellent. Great bar to casually meet people as well as party. Lots of new and exciting changes to look forward to.