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Bloom OTR

Google (241) 4.5

Tripadvisor (381) 4.4

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Visitors frequently praise Bloom OTR for its entertaining drag shows and vibrant atmosphere, with many highlighting the exceptional performers and fun drag brunches. However, some guests find the venue to be too small and crowded during shows, making it difficult to see and move around, and others mention the music can be too loud for conversation.

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1120 Walnut St, Cincinnati

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+1 513-537-4591

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About this place Bloom OTR

Bloom OTR is a gay bar and dance club located in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood at 1120 Walnut St. The venue recently underwent a significant renovation, offering guests a modernized space with improved lighting, sound systems, and overall design. Whether you're looking to dance the night away or catch live drag performances, this is a welcoming spot that draws a diverse crowd. The venue is known for combining quality entertainment with a fun, inclusive atmosphere. It's the kind of place where you can enjoy a night out with friends, meet other travelers, or simply experience Cincinnati's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene. The refreshed setup makes for a comfortable environment to spend an evening, and the focus on both music and entertainment gives visitors plenty of reasons to return. Cincinnati's LGBTQ+ scene has several venues to explore, and Bloom OTR stands out as a central hub for dancing and live performance. It's a solid choice whether you're a first-time visitor to the city or a returning guest looking for a reliable night out with good energy and entertainment.

Upcoming events at Bloom OTR

Thu, Aug 6

Hard Candy Cincinnati with Jasmine Kennedie

7:00 PM

Sun, Aug 9

Bloom OTR Sunday Drag Brunches!

11:00 AM

Thu, Aug 20

Hard Candy Cincinnati with Darlene Mitchell

7:00 PM

Thu, Sep 3

Hard Candy Cincinnati with Joey Jay

7:00 PM

Opening Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday Closed

Wednesday Closed

Thursday 20:00-02:00

Friday 20:00-02:00

Saturday 20:00-02:00

Sunday 11:00-15:00

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4.5

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241 reviews

Based on 241 Google reviews.

Nichole Thomas Jun 2026

★★★★★

Great food and even better entertainment!!! Natasha and Evelyn Everything were my absolute favorites!!! Thanks you for making my daughter’s birthday extra special!!!

Jason Mason Jun 2026

★★★★★

Hana Stephenson Jun 2026

★★★★★

Loved this place! Went with a couple friends and we had a blast! We went to the Street Heat 18+ event and the music was good, the drinks I had were great, and overall just an amazing place to party hard and have fun without a worry in the world. Will be back soon!

M Thompson May 2026

★★★★★

Love the beautiful performances!

KNVY RENOVATIONS Karin Gray Apr 2026

★★★★★

I had a freaking good time last night.

Raymel Molerio Apr 2026

★★★★★

The truth is, it was supposed to be amazing. But I didn't even last 15 minutes. Ninety minutes of preparation. For a show, the place is small and you can't walk around or see anything because it's so narrow. Otherwise, everything was fine. The people...

Sally Xmd Mar 2026

★★★★★

This is the kinda community bar you want to visit! I'm from another city with lots more options and bounced around until we got to Bloom. I loved the drag show and the music selection. Definitely would come back.