A Northside LGBTQ+ bar Good Judy’s will close this winter as its owner puts the concept up for sale.
Last week, the Hamilton Avenue bar posted to Facebook that its current owner is pursuing opportunities that require frequent travel, making it difficult to continue operating the bar.
“Many of us hope that the next owner will possibly maintain and grow with some of the events that Good Judy’s community have already developed here,” the bar shared. “In the past two years more than 50 drag artists and other performers have taken the Good Judy’s stage led by some fabulous show hosts. We want to thank them as well as the regular DJs, and organizers of our monthly furry, poly, and roller derby events that became staples at Good Judy’s.”
Good Judy’s says the sale, however, may bring a new concept to space. The bar says its Ohio liquor license is transferable anywhere statewide and is available for $20,000. The physical components of the venue and the equipment are available at an additional cost starting at around $5,000, and monthly rents and utilities combined will be around $2,000 per month.
If you are interested in purchasing Good Judy’s, you can send inquiries via text to 513-384-8708.
We will miss seeing the familiar, friendly faces that made Judy’s a weekly gathering place,” the bar wrote. “We are deeply grateful to everyone—staff, performers, and patrons—who have been part of the Good Judy’s family.”
Good Judy’s is located at 4169 Hamilton Ave.