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1181

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Visitors consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and good vibes at 1181, often describing it as a favorite spot on Davie Street. One common wish expressed by patrons is that the venue offered food options.

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Address

1181 Davie St, Vancouver

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Phone

+1 604-787-7130

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Website

eleven-81.com

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About this place 1181

1181 is a small gay cocktail lounge at 1181 Davie Street, right in the center of Vancouver's Davie Village. It’s a place to sip and chat, not to dance. A narrow, low‑lit room invites people to grab a cocktail before dinner or before heading to the larger clubs that line the street. The crowd is mixed, mostly gay men with friends of all kinds. The lounge sits just a few blocks from the other bars in the village, so it fits easily into a night out. It fills up early‑to‑mid evening and on weekends. The bar’s intimacy feels intentional, a quiet pause before the night takes off. Check the site for current hours and any DJ nights.

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Gay Gay (mostly men) Mixed LGBTQ+ Mixed ethnicities Chill / Relaxed Upscale Local favorite Cocktail bar Evening venue

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4.4

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338 reviews

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Cam Smith May 2026

★★★★★

Great staff. Todd i have known for over 16 years. Great staff. Good looking staff.

Julie Vu Apr 2026

★★★★★

Best spot on Davie. Forever my favourite ❤️

Philip Lyall Apr 2026

★★★★★

1181 is one of the beating hearts of Davie Street. I always love coming back to visit this lounge. It’s like coming home. Good vibes. Warm service. ❤️

Michelle Apr 2026

★★★★★

Honestly one of my favourite bars on Davie St right now. The vibe in 1181 Lounge is just right — great music, great lighting, and a crowd that’s actually there to have fun. But can we talk about the bouncer for a second? Absolute legend. Friendly, funny, makes you feel genuinely welcomed instead of judged. That’s the kind of thing that starts your experience at a bar on the right foot. Staff inside are fun and super cute! Drinks are great. Love the cucumber gin and tonic. If you’re looking for a place downtown where you can let loose and just be yourself, this is it.