Bed-Stuy's 'Oddly Enough' Bar To Close In January

BED-STUY, NY — Oddly Enough, an "intimate" queer bar in Bed-Stuy, will close its doors on Jan. 27 after nearly two years on Tompkins Avenue.

The bar situated on Tompkins Avenue and Jefferson Avenue will host its favorite events before permanently shutting at the end of the month — like bingo, karaoke, dinners and dance parties.

"We want to thank everyone for the past almost two years," Oddly Enough owners Laura Poladsky and Caitlin Frame said in an Instagram post. "We have seen a LOT. Proposals, baby showers, millions of first dates, breakups, hookups, arm wrestling, ex’s, more hooking up, dancing, singing, speed dating, friends, family, eating, drinking, lots."

"We have seen the full spectrum of holding space for a community that doesn’t have a lot of space to be held."

Oddly Enough opened in 2022 promising great cocktails, small plates and a "sexy" and warm vibe. Since its opening, Oddly Enough's workers embarked on an independent union organizing effort.

Many locals took to social media to share their love for Oddly Enough.

"You really should be proud of what you all have accomplished. You gave us an elegant, fun experience with thoughtful, gorgeous eats and drinks," one local wrote.

"Thank you for everything, for the drinks & convo’s & safe space," another wrote.

For the Oddly Enough team, the closing is also a moment to be grateful.

"We can’t thank you all enough. For every single moment of it. What a time, what a life."