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1181
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 5 pm - 2 am
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
20 reviews for 1181
20 reviews in English
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Review from Diane F.
3/21/2012
Whenever I go home to Vancouver I hit the town with my gay best friend. The "town" being Davie St. A lot of our favorite places have shut down so I have left it up to him to find places to go upon my return... being that he still resides in the city and all.
His latest find was 1181 Davie. He and his bf have made friends with the owner and we had exceptional service there. Drinks that were free flowing and no line ups at the bar. The staff is hot(from a woman or gay male's POV anyhow), friendly and half naked!
We went on a friday night and it was busy. We started out early out on the patio and later ended up inside. It's a small little bar. The decor is nice. I felt very at home.
Funny story. When we were there I had a friend from Calgary meeting me at the bar. She texted me asking for the address. I sent it it to her. Being the name of the place and all it was easy to remember. Then she texted back asking for the name of the bar. Again I texted 1181 Davie. She was like.. no.. the NAME. I again texted 1181 Davie and thought nothing of it. She thought I was drunk or something and had no idea where I was. It was the cab driver that filled her in that the addy and name are on in the same.
When I go back to Vancouver I will definitely go back. -
Review from Lisa D.
Vancouver, BC
4/16/2012
This is my favorite bar on Davie St. Amazing staff and great music!
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Review from Sarah O.
11/13/2011
Yes.
That would be my answer any time someone suggests going to 1181. I've met a number of ridiculously friendly people here, and even the bartenders are unbelievably nice. There isn't much space for dancing or mingling, but if you get a seat near the door, you're pretty set. I love the vibe here- and there is no cover. Brilliant! -
Review from Jasmine O.
Vancouver, BC
1/6/2012
Not the club I thought this would be and not pretentious in any way. We got treated quite well being a group of 4 girls in a mostly all men's bar and the owner bought us a round of shots. We danced in front of the wall showing a runway fashion show that took place in the bar. Very impressive. A good place to check out in the west end. Highly recommended. You'll fit right in...
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Review from Crystal H.
Vancouver, BC
2/25/2010 1 Check-in Here
Clean, posh, and corked out walls, 1181 may look like it was transplanted from Yaletown, but the vibe and the people are 100% West End!
A big screen for Olympic action is what brought me in this last time. Comfy couches, drink specials (Wednesday was $5 coronas, $4 Jagers and Absolute vodkas), and the chex mix kept me there. The couches are the perfect way to meet your neighbours, I'm certain it's a prime place for a pickup. My theory was reinforced in the bathroom: 2 unisex stalls and one large one just for men with a communal sink (beautiful, by the way). Bathroom accessory? A help yourself condom dispenser; looks like it could come in handy later on in the evening for sure! -
Review from Jeremy S.
Vancouver, BC
8/12/2009
Hip, fun and chill.
1181 is my favorite lounge in the Village. The atmosphere is relaxed and the customers are just as chill. I have made some great connections here, just sitting near the window chatting with strangers. If you make your way to the back you can enjoy a tighter squeeze and listen to the bumpin' DJ.
A great place to come and relax and meet some new fresh faces.
5 Stars hands down! -
Review from Justin K.
4/11/2009
As far a gay bars go this mofo gets 5 stars, why because its clean, hip and has zero attitude. The music is great, the boys behind the counter are easy on the eyes, the booze is good and priced accordingly to most other bars in Vancouver.
The interior is relaxed, movies are projected on the back wall (from old SciFi to Kill Bill), nice comfortable seating, and a great set-up for the space. We were able to sit comfortably along the wall and look out onto the street. The exterior is simple and easily missed if you're not paying attention.
If you're a young hot-rod be prepared to be checked out from wandering elder gay men, they seem to come and go. That's not even a minus because you can always fake interest and get a free drink.
Seriously NO ATTITUDE it was great. -
Review from Eric F.
Calgary, AB
9/27/2010
I'm really not a fan of the bar - which is why it's so shocking that I love 1181!
I've had such a great time here on multiple occasions. It's essentially a long, dark corridor full of wood and glass that makes me think of big city glamour. It's always packed, but fight your way to the back and you may be lucky enough to find a couch to people-watch the night away. Cool music and surprisingly little attitude.
One tip: it's even cheaper if you have others buy your drinks, ha ha.
If only I could bring this lounge home with me... -
Review from James E.
4/8/2009
Never in my years of gaydom have I encountered a bar with such a clean, modern interior design. The simplest arrangement of cork, glass and wood yields amazing results.
The staff was friendly and the drinks weren't terribly expensive. The music jumped all over the board, from MGMT to Deee-Lite. Whoever chooses the playlists for the bar certainly knows how to keep a bar lively.
We were able to sit along the wall, look out the window, and enjoy our drinks in a nice environment. What more can you ask from a bar? -
Review from Rachael T.
Toronto, ON
11/8/2009
I'll keep this simple:
1. Not a lot of space
2. Show up before 9pm
3. Drinks are delicious - GET THE FRENCH CUFF
4. Majority of the crowd are males between 25 - 35.
5. Good music
6. Too loud for conversation
.. GET THE FRENCH CUFF! -
Review from shain r.
Vancouver, BC
9/26/2008 1 photo
I think the key to surviving 1181 is to either get there early after work on a friday and have a few cocktails before going out, or to show up whenever and catch the wicked entertainment in the back of the bar. No people I am not talking about "that" kind of entertainment but rather they have a projection TV showing some of the best classic TV and movies around. On one particular occasion I was reacquainted with Linda Carter in that TV show.. you know the one.. transparent plane... red shorts... bullet blocking bracelets.... WONDER WOMAN!
The design of the lounge is clean and sophisticated, I appreciate the cork wall and the understated tones of the bar, it's definitely clean and cool.
oh and P.S. they have no cover charge and everyone is welcome! -
Review from Sheila W.
BC
11/25/2008
There's a trick to finding this place - I'll give you a hint, it has something to do with the name. Wheels turning ... wheels turning ... yes! It's also the address. Located at 1181 Davie Street you'll find this narrow, modern cocktail bar packed. The crowd is by majority, male, thirty-something, and trendy with money to burn.
Sound good, ladies? Don't get your hopes up. These eligible bachelors aren't sipping Tanqueray and tonic looking for a woman to feather their nest. Quite the opposite. But if you aren't looking for a f-seeking-m nightspot and just want a hip lounge to sip a quality bevie with a friend or three, this place will do the trick. Everyone is welcome.
It gets a bit loud and is often packed, so it can be a challenge to find a place for yourself. Between the music, and the movie projection on the back wall and all the handsome characters, there's a fairly lively vibe and great people watching.
They have weekly features, including $4 pints on Monday and Thursday and Jager or tequila shots for the same price on Saturday night. Giddy up! -
Review from Richard D.
Vancouver, BC
9/1/2008
It's easy to remember the address of this bar: 1181 is the street address number, and it's on Davie St., which has strip of gay bars, mostly between Burrard and Denman.
This is a small but chic bar. It's long and narrow, with bar stools along the bar and comfy chairs and TV in the back.
The drinks categories include fresh, fruity, floral, tart and savory. 1181 has a nice selection of wine but just two beers on tap: a lager and a pale ale.
It's a good place to start the night, but I probably wouldn't make it a destination. -
Review from Ian P.
3/10/2009
Pretty disappointing venue!
For $10 Canadian, you will get a very low alcohol cocktail (just over 1 shot of liquor)...that's more than Manhattan prices for drinks with normal quantities of alcohol.
The French cuff ($9.50) is tasty but weak. I have to recommending absolutely avoiding the Yellow Cab ($10.50)! This drink is made with Navan, a vanilla cognac, but really tasted like a very artificial vanilla. None of us could finish it. We later compared it to the smell of our hotel shampoo.
The interior decor was nice and plush and the bartender was fine. The music got louder and louder and louder which was not at all appropriate for the setting or lack of a dancefloor.
Maybe I should just not bother drinking in Vancouver. -
Review from Ryan L.
3/12/2011
I visit Vancouver frequently and just visited 1181 for the first time. I'll be back. As other reviews have stated, the place is stylish and modern. Great video screen at the back, which was playing a behind the scenes of "Dieux de Stade" ... nice eye candy there. Speaking of which, the servers are hot, hot, hot ... and friendly, too. Nice! Thursday nights are a great deal with $4 beers and 1/2 price high balls.
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Review from Charlie B.
4/23/2009
So, I went on a Monday night. It was dead. I mean, two bartenders and two of us dead. But...the two guys were awesome and fun and friendly and made our night! Adam who works there is awesome...
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Review from Greg G.
Vancouver, BC
1/11/2010
This is a great place to start of an evening at before it gets too busy and the lineups start. Low key, no attitude, good music, and a cool room to sit in, means I'm in, at least until I find out where I'm dancing. I also love the movies and TV shows they play.
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Review from Keith C.
8/21/2010
This place is great. Very cool music - lots of Thievery Corporation when I was there (a few years ago) sleek, modern decor, low lighting (nice when you are my age!) & cute friendly waitstaff. My ex (who's fussy) liked the drinks - a LOT.
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Review from Noa G.
Vancouver, BC
10/14/2008
Every time I wander down Davie Street at night, I find myself facing dozens upon dozens of ludicrous lineups -- where's a girl to get a drink these days? Next time you find yourself in the same predicament, why not try 1181, a chic and cozy room, quite long and narrow, featuring a centre bar flanked on both ends by comfy couch-benches. Check out the drink menu for an assortment of high balls and a pretty amazing wine list, if I do say so myself. Plan on meeting a mixed crowd of people there and, since its on Davie, some of the city's most stylish men.
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Review from Victoria R.
BC
11/25/2008
I live near Davie Street so I often walk up to get to Yaletown or somewhere near Granville Street. So I see this place often and it's a curious crowd that hangs out. Yes, it is primarily a gay bar but there are a lot of straight girls and guys that seem to congregate inside. The entrance is narrow, the front is covered with large windows. The back has a giant screen and usually has a gay porn type of movie on. The seating is low slung couches and cushions. everyone is friendly and the crowd is Euro chis. The music is house, heavy drum and base driven. The drinks are cleverly divided into sweet, salty, tart etc..so I would recommend a cocktail and no the wine. It's perfect for single women looking for a pre-party drink place.
