Restaurants & Bars

New Gay Bar In Philadelphia's Gayborhood Aims To Celebrate, Not Just Create, Safe Spaces

"We did it because of our love for the city," said Sevilla. "It's something we've always dreamed of, and it's a natural fit."

(CBS Philadelphia)

May 22, 2025

A fresh burst of energy has arrived in Philadelphia's iconic Gayborhood with the opening of The Little Gay Pub Philly, a cozy yet elevated LGBTQ+ bar making its debut at 102 South 13th Street.

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Originally from Washington, D.C., the bar brings more than cocktails and curated decor, it brings a message: Queer spaces should do more than protect the community, they should celebrate it.

Co-owners Dito Sevilla, Benjamin Gander and Dusty Martinez describe Philadelphia as a second home and said this expansion is rooted in love for the city and its rich LGBTQ+ history.

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