Located in Byward Market and operating for over 20 years, Lookout Bar is a great gay bar to try after a hard day's work or shopping. The balcony offers excellent views of Parliament Hill.

A range of excellent cocktails are on offer. There's karaoke every Tuesday and Wednesday should you need to lighten the mid-week blues. At the weekend you'll find regular drag shows.

Check their Facebook for one-off events - such as Lady Ga Ga parties and Rue Paul reruns.