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Rainbow and Dove Leicester

Google (239) 4.3
Tripadvisor (25) 4.2
What reviewers say

Many visitors praise the friendly and attentive staff, describing them as cheerful, helpful, and efficient, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, some guests have reported issues with food quality, including cold starters, tasteless dishes, and dry or poorly prepared items, alongside one instance of being overcharged for a special.

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185 Charles St, Leicester LE1 1LA, UK
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About this place Rainbow and Dove Leicester

Rainbow and Dove is a gay bar located on Charles Street in Leicester's city center, providing a dedicated space for LGBTQ+ visitors and locals to socialize and enjoy themselves. The venue is part of Leicester's small but vibrant gay scene, offering a friendly atmosphere where you can expect to meet both regulars and fellow travelers. Leicester's LGBTQ+ venues tend to foster inclusive, community-focused environments, and this bar fits that tradition. Whether you're looking for a casual drink, conversation with locals, or a night out exploring the city's queer culture, it's a good place to connect with the community. The central location makes it easily accessible if you're exploring Leicester's city center. For the most up-to-date information about opening hours, special events, or what to expect on any given night, it's worth checking their Facebook page before you visit. As with any local venue, the atmosphere can vary depending on the day and time, so don't hesitate to ask staff for recommendations on when the venue is at its liveliest.

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Gay LGBTQ+ Food served Pub/Tavern Safe space Community oriented Walk-ins welcome

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4.3
239 reviews

Based on 239 Google reviews.

Debs Knight
Debs Knight Apr 2026
Garry Whiting
Garry Whiting Apr 2026

Lovely food and lagars and I like meet with gay men there and amposfear and I am very lonely person on my own very lovely place

F Xxxx
F Xxxx Jan 2026

Awesome venue superb food fantastic atmosphere xx

Fausto Fialho
Fausto Fialho Jan 2026
Vasile Paun
Vasile Paun Jan 2026
James Crownshaw
James Crownshaw Jan 2026

We went here on a team night out and had a great laugh at the quiz and karaoke. The staff were great fun and it was the liveliest place we found near to the Premier Inn. The range of drinks was good too.

Nathan Matthew
Nathan Matthew Jan 2026

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Last updated on 15 August 2026

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