Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge

📍 Gay bars in Raleigh

7.0

Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge in Raleigh offers a mature and welcoming atmosphere for those seeking a refined nightlife experience. Known for its upbeat soul and R&B music, the venue caters to an older crowd, blending classic dance tunes with a lively vibe. The staff is generally attentive, ensuring smooth service and a well-maintained dress code that adds to the polished ambiance.

While the front-of-house experience has seen improvements in guest interactions, the establishment remains a favorite for its engaging energy and friendly crowd. A nearby food truck complements the limited in-house menu, and the reasonable drink prices make it a solid choice for a night out. Ideal for those who appreciate a classy yet social setting, Blue Oasis delivers a balanced mix of comfort and entertainment.

Features and services of Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot

Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge is in position 16 out of 51 in gay bars in Raleigh

Customer Reviews

★★★★★
★★★★★

Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 436 reviews on Google

Marq Wilson

Very discriminatory!! They don’t like homosexuals in their establishment! After paying $20 to get in and for drinks for my crew I would expect more respect. Will not be back nor recommend this place just for having good vibes… would have never expected this out of fellow blacks

Marq Wilson ☆ 1/5
Noni Brown

There is no food here, however a food truck sits outside. Good vibes, older crowd, don't order a lemon drop martini they can't make it. This is place isgood for a regular mixed drink.

Noni Brown ☆ 3/5
Pearl Howell

I always have a wonderful time at the Blue Oasis. Gwen does an excellent job running the establishment—she’s professional and attentive, especially when it comes to maintaining order and upholding the dress code, which I really appreciate. It creates a classy, respectful atmosphere where I generally feel safe and welcomed. One small area that could use some attention is the front door experience. On a few occasions, I’ve noticed the security guard interacting with guests in a way that can come across as being sarcastic. While I completely understand the importance of maintaining security, a friendlier tone would help enhance the overall vibe and make guests feel even more comfortable from the moment they arrive. That said, the Blue Oasis remains one of my favorite places to enjoy a night out. The energy is upbeat, the crowd is fun, and—best of all—people actually dance! If you’re looking for a spot where the atmosphere is lively and inviting, and where the gentlemen aren’t shy about asking the ladies to dance, this is definitely the place to be. Update: it’s apparent the owner spoke to the Security Guard as he now presents much friendlier. Way to go Gwen!

Pearl Howell ☆ 5/5
Measha Offenburg

Booked a table with no context on the rules. Paid $80 to only be told that we all have to be 30 years old and up. When I spoke very politely to the owner she said we should have asked even though Kevin did not let us know the rules. The vibe was off from the beginning and we will never be back.

Measha Offenburg ☆ 1/5
Lily Igunbor

Nice lounge with apple chairs to sit. Definitely for the matured 35 and over crowd. DJ plays good soul, R&B, and dance music. Bar staff are efficient, prices reasonable. Been there few times and this place is never over crowded.

Lily Igunbor ☆ 5/5
Bro. Lewis Culpepper

I live in Florida and came to visit family. I went to the Blue Oasis and had great time.

Bro. Lewis Culpepper ☆ 5/5
Veronica Joyner

My cousins and I go on Sunday nights. The DJ Gilbert Baez plays great old school music as well as line dancing music. Friendly crowd, everyone come just to dance and have fun.

Veronica Joyner ☆ 5/5
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Information about Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge

Address

Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge is located at 2701 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603, United States

Phone

The phone number of Blue Oasis Bar and Lounge is +1 919-625-9114

Business Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 21:00–03:00
Saturday: 21:00–03:00
Sunday: 18:00–02:00

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