The Blazing Saddle

Best bar in Des Moines. Strong drinks, great shows, food music, and an actually safe space for all.No clue why its asking about food since they dont have a kitchen. But the bear events do grill a solid burger/brat!

I found The Saddle a home away from home. The energy matched my local small gay bar. I will definitely return!

Honestly the worst bar in Des Moines. The drinks are so sttrong they taste absolutly horrible. There is no food options at alll. No music except for show at 9-11 pm. The community that frequent this spot as a whole are awesome but the people that run this establishment are rude. I can barley move around, and forget trying to sit anywhere with the limited seating. I stopped here as well as a few other establishments over the last month around the area to find a nice bar burger and will be skipping this one.. I went out for a smoke and was told I couldnt come back in. I am guessing because they thought I was drunk, I had 4 drinks the whole night. There needs to be a actual GOOD gay bar with food and music and not such rude staff. Put this dumpster fire out of its misery.

What a great place! Be you, show up and have fun! Home of the 3/quarter pour. Eric was the best!!

Always a good time! The people are always welcoming. Drag shows are best in DSM. Never been disappointed.

Always a double never a cover, best choice you will ever make in life.

Slay queens

Always friendly!

Great place to go if youre looking for strong drinks and new friends. The drag shows are incredibly fun and make for a great space to dance and sing with strangers. The drinks definitely require a bit of warming up to and a strong stomach but you definitely get your bang for your buck. Bartenders are super friendly and make drinks insanely fast so dont worry about waiting in line for long. Definitely a must if youre in the area