1234 Club

1234, rue de la Montagne, Montréal, QC H3G 1Z1 514-395-1111

Description: OK, historic specifics out of the way first: 1234 is housed in a wonderful 17th-century greystone building that is reportedly haunted. The gargoyles and stained glass are intact, although various improvements have been made over the years. Today, the space is a dance club, owned by a group of savvy young industry types that includes celebrated DJ MC Mario. The interior has been completely revamped and is stunning, the music is a good mix of exquisitely danceable stuff, and the line-ups out front became legendary almost as soon as the place opened.
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737 Club

1, pl Ville-Marie, Montréal, QC H3B 4R7 514-397-0737

Description: Named for its location, high atop the Place Ville Marie tower at 737 feet above sea level, this place has awesome views, tons of space inside and out, and good drinks. The two-level interior has ample room for getting your groove on to techno and hip-hop, but if you're not a dancer don't let that deter you. 737 has plenty of comfy spots to chill out and nibble on a high-end appetizer while you sip a glass of champagne or a vodka martini.
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Club La Folie

7500 Viau, Montréal, QC H1S 2P3 514-721-4949

Description: So where do you go once the regular clubs have shut down for the night? Try Club La Folie, where part of the complex keeps regular club hours and the other part keeps the party going until the following morning. The place is huge, with plenty of room for getting your groove on, and the multiple bars serve a full array of thirst quenchers. Add to that the lack of a line-up and the absence of pretension, and you have a clubber's paradise.
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Club Unity (Unity II)

1171, rue Ste-Catherine Est, Montréal, QC H2L 2G8 514-523-2777

Description: A multi-level dance club with several bars and a big, mixed crowd, Club Unity is known as the biggest dance venue in the Gay Village. But it's also the friendliest and most diverse, with plenty of entertaining options if you just don't have the energy for booty-shaking but still want to be out and about, from karaoke to drag shows. DJs play a wide variety of music but know how to keep the club kids happy. Trendy but not at all pretentious!
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Complexe Sky

1474, rue Ste-Catherine est, Montréal, QC H2L 2J1 514-529-6969

Description: Complexe Sky strives to be THE destination nightclub for the Montréal gay community. To that end, it has really added to its offerings over the last few years. Today's three-story club has your basic restaurant/bar combo on the first floor, with good food and drinks. The second floor features a weekend cabaret/drag dinner show, as well as a male strip club. The third floor is devoted to dancing, with a big dance floor and thumping music. Other perks? A rooftop terrace and even a pool.
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FunkyTown

1454A, rue Peel, Montréal, QC H3A 1S8 514-282-8387

Description: Get out your platform shoes and polyester threads, this is more than just a blast from the past. FunkyTown offers those nostalgic for the sexy seventies a feast for the eyes and the ears. With walls draped in velvet, a dance platform that glows in checkerboard brights and the can't-do-without sparkling mirrorball overhead, dancers can groove to the musical stylings of the era, or on Thursdays the weekly homage to the sounds of French pop from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Don't miss Martin Stevens reprising his hit Love is in the Air every Friday and Saturday.
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Jello Bar

151, rue Ontario est, Montréal, QC H2X 1H5 514-285-2621

Description: Funky and well-attended, this lounge is one of Montréal's top nightlife venues. The retro-chic establishment is famed for its martinis, and you can choose from among 50 different formulations. Each night, too, musicians perform everything from jazz and R&B to swing, funk and salsa. Patrons are invited to dance or just lounge while enjoying the tunes. Pool tables also provide distraction, or you can always chat with other club-goers around you. If you're lucky, you may spot a celebrity or two. The place's reputation has drawn such stars as Nicholas Cage and Bruce Willis.
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Le Drugstore

1366, rue Ste-Catherine est, Montréal, QC H2L 2H6 514-524-1960

Description: Whether you want to get-down-get-funky, shoot pool, have your hair cut, chill with a few friends and a cold beer, or grab a meal, Le Drugstore is the place to go. You can accomplish everything on your to-do list with one stop! But seriously, this is a hugely popular destination ­ the crowd is extremely diverse.
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Parking

1296 rue Amherst, Montréal, QC H2L 3K8 514-282-1199

Description: Parking is among Montréal's top gay dance clubs. The two-level space includes the Garage Bar downstairs, a themed space with pool tables and special shows throughout the week. The dance club upstairs is open on weekends ­ resident and guest DJs spin a mix of house, techno, hip-hop and other dance-able stuff. Call ahead to see what's on the schedule.
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Playhouse

5656, ave du Parc, Montréal, QC H2V 4H1 514-276-0594

Description: Here's a great place for indie-types. The schedule includes DJs and regional musicians playing anything from rock and folk to new wave and punk. Affordable and laid-back, it's popular with students, starving artists (and the not-starving variety, as well) and other creative, cerebral folks. The space was once a strip club, and the décor pays homage to that fact with velvet curtains and so on.
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Salsathèque

1220, rue Peel, Montréal, QC H3B 2T6 514-875-0016

Description: A big, flashy, sexy Latin music club where DJs and bands play infectious Latin rhythms for a well-dressed, hip-swaying crowd. The three-level Salsatheque is decked out with fake palm trees and other tropical décor, adding to the sultry atmosphere ­ you can really imagine yourself on the sunny shores of South America. Experts are on hand to teach you the moves, and the bar has plenty of thirst quenchers, so leave your inhibitions at home and feel the music!
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Sir Winston Churchill Pub Complex

1459, rue Crescent, Montréal, QC H3G 2B2 514-288-3814

Description: This complex has been a mainstay on Crescent Street since 1967, and helped usher in the nightlife for which the area has become famous. In addition to two outdoor terraces overlooking Crescent, there are three floors, each with its own distinct personality: the cozy Sir Winston Churchill Pub, the more upscale Winnies Bar and Restaurant, and a stylish dance club/lounge called Karina. In the pub, enjoy a game of pool or darts and a pint of your favorite beer, a pitcher of sangria or a cocktail. If it's food you're after, try Winnies Bar and Restaurant, where you'll find a great selection of traditional and international fare (the same menu is offered in the pub). Finally, there's Karina, a sleek space where world class DJs keep the grooves coming into the wee hours.
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Stéréo

858, rue Ste-Catherine est, Montréal, QC H2L 2E3 514-658-2646

Description: The city's favorite after-hours club, Stéréo has been around since 1998. The party doesn't usually start much before 3am, but closing time can be anywhere from 6am to 3pm the next afternoon, depending on the crowd and the DJs. Top-of-the-line sound equipment and an established reputation make this an attractive choice for some of the most renowned DJs in the world, like Danny Torrence, David Morales and Stephane Grondi.
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Thursday's Bar

1449 Crescent St, Hôtel de la Montagne, Montréal, QC H3G 1Z5 514-288-5656

Description: Connected by tunnel to the Hôtel de la Montagne, this well-known club meets a variety of needs. If you're in the mood to drink, the bar on the main floor can set you up with your beverage of choice. If you'd rather dance, the disco on the lower floor plays all sorts of music that you can groove to. Just listen for the rhythms and show off your best moves. Given its central location, Thursday's attracts a diverse group of patrons and is a terrific place to meet people. One of Montréal's most popular clubs.
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Tokyo Bar

3709 St Laurent, Montreal, QC H2X2V7 514-842-6838

Description: Cozy and popular, Tokyo has two separate spaces, so whether you feel like chilling out with friends or dancing up a storm, you can do it here. DJs and occasional live bands liven up one space, but the lounge and two rooftop terraces provide ample room to escape to a less manic scene if the mood strikes you. Eclectic, creative martinis are the drink of choice.
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