Zona Rosa

Zona Rosa is listed as an older gay bar in southern downtown San José, on Avenida 16 near Calle 2, the area where several of the city's traditional gay venues sit. Past descriptions mention karaoke, drag and strip shows, a local crowd and a back area that runs cruisier than the newer bars in Barrio Escalante. We have no recent ratings or hours to confirm any of this. Check social media or ask locally before heading over. The surrounding streets are rough at night, so take a taxi or ride-share door to door and keep valuables out of sight.