Ruby's Elixir is a "speakeasy" style bar and club located on Third Street North in St. Petersburg. Led by co-owners Greg Haddad and Allan Galeano, the club is decorated with '40s and '50s pinups and offers live music throughout the week, including jazz and blues performances. The bar has a full liquor and beer list, including classic drinks like Manhattans and Old Fashions along with newer cocktails and craft beers. The bar is fitted with granite cocktail tables and wood floors and also offers outdoor seating for customers. Check the main website for a schedule of events and performances.
Silk Stockings is a gentleman's club, though ladies are also welcome. It offers a DJ that will play the songs you request while the ladies dance the night away. Silk Stocking always offers different drink specials, including $5 Grey Goose Cocktails or shots. The club has has lovely ladies that are the personification of "Dancing Machines." It is a free standing building on the west side of US 19 just south of Klosterman Road.
The Gator Club is a bar located in downtown Sarasota on Main Street. The bar and club is located in the historic Gator Club building and offers live entertainment nightly. The club offers happy hour and weekly drink specials.