We are primarily a bar in the small town of Gay. We offer excellent cocktails and also serve food. Due to the lack of staff groups we can only accommodate groups of five or more to drinks and a limited food menu. We do accept reservations for large parties. Please call in advance to arrange.
Modest hangout named for a tiny, historic town & serving beers, hot dogs, burgers & other grub.
Hours
| Wednesday | 12 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–11 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
| Monday | 12–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 925 Lake St, Gay, MI 49945
Phone: (906) 296-0951
Website: http://thegaybar.com/
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Reviews
Martha L
If you’re doing a copper country cruise, this is a must stop. A classic community bar that’s clearly been well loved for decades. To be perfectly clear, this isn’t a swanky stop, it’s a bit rough around the edges. That said, the service was great and the cocktails were surprisingly well crafted. Take a moment to look around the building at the historic photos and take in the t-shirts with a Rye twist on the name of the place.
… moreAaron
Was here during a weekday afternoon so it was pretty quiet. Loved getting out of the rain with a Moscow mule. Jokes aside it was a nice place. Looked like it used to be an old schoolhouse or church.
… moreElizabeth Hutchinson
Just ok. Definitely not my favorite stop during our trip. Very overpriced for the quality of food, so if you’d going to visit, just do it for the bar and get lunch or dinner elsewhere. It was busy, but I felt like just ordering was asking too much from the bartender which made it feel uninviting from the start. There’s all sorts of signs around the bar essentially discouraging any big groups, which just seems weird for a snowmobiling stop when most travel in groups. Cost $9.50 for 4 fried pickle spears for an appetizer and came out without any dipping sauce. Place could have so much potential, but it was lack luster, hope they make some changes!
… moreJeremy Upham
This place reminded me of a VFW or something. Very eclectic folks. The owner/bartender (I’m assuming he’s the owner) was attentive. He sold us some local honey from his struggling bee hive but it was quite funny to read the labels. Apparently around 30 people live full time in gay MI. I’d highly recommend you support this business and community. The only thing I’d say could be better is they do not have tap beer. Very good can/bottle selection though but I’m a draft guy. Didn’t have their food but people were ordering food as well. Only one person running the place.
… moreNoelle
Fun place, very fun workers who love to joke around, yet be attentive to their customers. Didn’t get to stay long unfortunately but loved my time there. Also love the Tshirts!! Good material with funny designs for only 18$ for Large!
… morebill car
Great place for a couple Alaskan bikers to stop off and grab some food. Beautiful ride out to it as well.
… moreKevin Armstrong
Rode from Copper Harbor on sxs and stopped for a cocktail. My first time there and my last. The bartender seemed like we were a bother and wasn’t friendly at all. I asked for a bloody mary but was told they don’t have the stuff to make one. Smh
What bar doesn’t have bloody mary? It was the most unwelcome feeling I experienced. I will never go back or recommend them unless its under new management or new ownership.
… moreWhat bar doesn’t have bloody mary? It was the most unwelcome feeling I experienced. I will never go back or recommend them unless its under new management or new ownership.
Victoria Schoberg
The bar is in the very small town of Gay in the Upper Michigan penninsula. The bartender was very nice. He told us the history of the bar and town.. It’s called the Gay Bar because the town is named for Joseph Gay, the director of a mining company during the mining boom of the early 1900’s.
Besides the usual drinks (and juice boxes and Jarritos soda for the kids), they serve sandwiches, pizza and snacks. The bar’s claim to fame seems to be the large sign outside proclaiming its name, that people come to see and have their pictures taken in front of. While there, you can also check out the museum, housed in a former school building, that is located kitty-corner from the bar .
… moreBesides the usual drinks (and juice boxes and Jarritos soda for the kids), they serve sandwiches, pizza and snacks. The bar’s claim to fame seems to be the large sign outside proclaiming its name, that people come to see and have their pictures taken in front of. While there, you can also check out the museum, housed in a former school building, that is located kitty-corner from the bar .
David Oates
When you are in Gay, Michigan, there isn’t really much other option. But everybody there was friendly having a blast and the beer was cold.And the food was hot, I want more could you want?
… moreStephanie Marshall
Blake is so much fun you won’t stop laughing, so witty and knowledgeable of the area. Special touches to his drinks and they are all made with love. The rum old fashioned was top notch and made with homemade allspice. The atmosphere inside is just a great group of people ready to meet and mingle and laugh.
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