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Chez Est

Google (79) 4.1
Tripadvisor (4) 4.0
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Visitors praise Chez Est for its great atmosphere, delicious food and drinks, and fun, inclusive events like drag shows and karaoke. However, some patrons have complained about rude or dishonest staff, particularly regarding billing and tips, and others have expressed dissatisfaction with the music selection during certain themed nights.

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458 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford
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+1 860-525-3243
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About this place Chez Est

Chez Est is a beloved fixture in Hartford's LGBTQ+ community, offering a warm and inclusive atmosphere where locals and visitors alike gather to celebrate together. This bar-restaurant-cabaret venue brings together quality food, drinks, and entertainment under one roof, making it an ideal spot whether you're looking for a casual evening out or a night of live performance. The venue recently underwent renovation and now features a professionally lit stage that hosts both local and headliner drag shows. Throughout the year, the team curates weekly and monthly themed events to keep the entertainment fresh and exciting, including their signature Chez Legends drag competition. Whether you're a longtime drag enthusiast or new to the scene, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy talented performers and celebrate with the community. Located at 458 Wethersfield Avenue, Chez Est is known for its genuinely welcoming staff and strong commitment to hospitality. The owners have built a space that feels like a neighborhood gathering place—the kind of venue where regulars and first-time guests are equally valued. It's the sort of LGBTQ+ spot that makes visitors feel at home while providing the entertainment and social energy that makes a night out memorable.

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 17:00-01:00
Thursday 17:00-02:00
Friday 17:00-02:00
Saturday 17:00-02:00
Sunday 17:00-01:00

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) Drag shows Cabaret Shows Comedy Shows

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79 reviews

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Alexandra Longo
Alexandra Longo May 2026

great atmosphere, food, and drinks. incredible drag shows!

Brunilda Rodriguez
Brunilda Rodriguez May 2026

It was my first time in this place the owner/ bartender was very nasty and rude.

Ronnie Clark
Ronnie Clark Apr 2026

Went on the 4/10/26 got a Blue Moon from the bartender (very handsome bald bartender) $8.00 gave him $2.00 tip, later that night went back to the other country looking bartender to get two more Blue Moons gave him a twenty, gave me the drinks and was waiting for my change, so I asked did you forget something? Looked me in the face and said the drink's was $20.00 and it's really $25.00. I'm a 65 yr old man so I've been around for a while, I didn't think to get his name but I'm going back to get it. I also went back to the handsome bartender and got another Blue Moon & was charged $8.00 and gave $2.00 tip again. I tip good service it's my choice and I feel the country looking bartender made the choice for me.

Debbie Currie
Debbie Currie Mar 2026

Can we get the pool tables back

Andrew Powers
Andrew Powers Jan 2026

Chez has been an LGBTQIA+ bar/club for many years and through them all, and still today, is a great place. With so many different events that are fun and inclusive, you can’t help but to have a good time.

Emery Xavier
Emery Xavier Nov 2025

Not a fan of this place at all. Ended up here after another venue was unexpectedly shut down due to plumbing issues. It’s not many queer choices in CT - so majority of us ended up there. It’s like we took over their space - we were all dressed in white. However, I don’t really care for the vibe here. I’m 32 and a native from Hartford. I’ve been here a handful of times and each time I wish I saved my money. Anywho, I get to the bar waited over 10 mins to order a drink, it was made wrong, and the bartender got a whole attitude. I later found out it was the owner - how pitiful. So I went to the other side, waited another 10 mins, and was skipped over twice before my drink was remade. Also - they played techno, electronica, and house with overlays from the early 2000’s all night. Where is the diversity? I should have called it a night after the plumbing issues.

Joanne Fulk
Joanne Fulk Sep 2025

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