Crisco

About this venue

Crisco Club (often called Crisco Disco) is Florence’s most iconic and longest-running gay cruising club. Located in a historic 18th-century building just steps from the Duomo, it offers a gritty, uninhibited vibe that is a total departure from the city's Renaissance polish. The Queer Vibe: "Infernal & Kinky": Proudly calling itself the "worst gay club in Florence," the atmosphere is dark, underground, and transgressive. The interior is a labyrinth of dark rooms, strobe lights, and sweaty dance floors. Action-Oriented: While there is a bar and a dance floor playing top-tier tech house and classic disco, the main draw is the large basement darkroom—a "dungeon-style" space full of nooks and surprises for those looking to play. No-Phones Policy: To protect the privacy of its patrons, the club has a strict ban on smartphones and cameras inside.

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