Best of Boston

2011 Best Lesbian Club

Fourth Fridays at the Milky Way

Once a month, the girls here get the place all to themselves—and is it ever worth the wait. A scorching mix of beats keeps the dance floor jammed, but the real action takes place on the periphery, packed with those who want to lounge, gawk, or straight-up flirt. By the way, promoter DykeNight gives a portion of the door fee to local nonprofits.

284 Amory St., Jamaica Plain, 617-524-3740, dykenight.com