Finally a queer bar that doesn't feel the need to cover its windows with plywood, deafen us with disco, and smoke us like salmon! Located in northeast Minneapolis, Boom has a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere that says "come as you are," and the grown-up lack of queeny drama-lama-ding-dong keeps the tourista traffic low. If you're looking to meet someone who's more into real life than bar culture, there's a good chance she's already "over" Ashe and meeting friends for a sippa somethin' at Boom. There are rainbow stickers as far as the eye can see, but no "theme." So lay off the leather and leave the S&M tied to the bedpost--at least until your second date. Just be yourself, and spend a relaxed but opportunity-filled evening at the neighborhood bar, with family.