Gay Business Directory, Gay Yellow Pages

Gay and Lesbian Pages is a southern California gay friendly business directory serving millions of people who are looking for gay 411, gay yellow pages, gay online directory and gay yellow book. The site provides a comprehensive directory of business listings that are gay friendly such as gay clubs, gay bars, gay hair salons, gay healthcare, gay cruises, and gay travel. Gay and Lesbian pages is also an excellent outlet for advertisers who are looking for gay friendly sites or who are looking to market their products to the gay community.

Gay Friendly Business Directory, Southern California Gay Directory

This site provides a comprehensive directory of business listings that are Gay friendly, such as...

Gay & Lesbian friendly restaurants. Many restaurants are Gay or Lesbian owned and operated; most others happily serve Gay & Lesbian customers. Some restaurants even host Gay & Lesbian events. Such inclusive business practices enable Gays & Lesbians to find which restaurants they want to frequent for romantic dinners, power lunches, or kid-friendly breakfasts. Gay & Lesbian restaurants are a perfect example of a symbiotic business relationship: the restaurants enjoy the financial patronage of well-fed repeat customers, & Gays and Lesbians have restaurants that are eager to feed them.

Gay & Lesbian friendly physicians & surgeons. While progress has been made in the medical field regarding discrimination against Gays & Lesbians, there are still those physicians & surgeons who retain prejudices against them. Therefore, it is important for Gays & Lesbians to seek surgery or general care from physicians & surgeons that are comfortable imparting their skills on Gay & Lesbian patients even if those doctors are not Gay or Lesbian themselves.

Gay & Lesbian friendly auto repair & service. True auto professionals care for vehicles regardless of the sexual orientation / identity of the car owner. Gay & Lesbian car owners should seek only those mechanics that are thrilled to have Gay & Lesbian business.

Gay & Lesbian friendly auto parts. Only auto parts vendors and dealers who welcome Gay & Lesbian car owners should be sought out by the GLBT community--they help car owners keep their wheels!

Gay & Lesbian friendly pizza. Who doesn't like pizza? For Gay & Lesbian pizza lovers, it is just as important to spend their money on good pizza as it is to spend it on a pizzeria that welcomes their business, especially given the sheer quantity of choices out there.

Gay & Lesbian friendly beauty salons. Everyone wants to look and feel more beautiful. Gay / Lesbian owned beauty salons are one way; Gay / Lesbian-friendly beauty salons are another. With so many salons available, the choice as to which ones to frequent should be governed by how friendly and welcoming they are to Gay & Lesbian clients. Keep in mind that some salons cater especially to Gays & Lesbians.

Gay & Lesbian friendly plumbing contractors. When choosing plumbing contractors, Gays & Lesbians should pick ones that are, if not Gay or Lesbian themselves, at least comfortable being in a Gay or Lesbian household. This  allows for the Gay or Lesbian homeowner to not feel obliged to hide away items that signify his or her sexual orientation / identity, thus making this vital household service run smoothly and professionally.

Gay & Lesbian friendly dentists. Keep that smile healthy and dazzling by choosing a dentist that is either Gay or Lesbian, or comfortable working on Gay & Lesbian clients.

Gay & Lesbian friendly attorneys. Attorneys need not be Gay or Lesbian themselves in order to understand the legal complexity of Gay / Lesbian issues. Between Gay marriage, adoption, health care, & discrimination in workplaces & education, attorneys have no shortage of awareness of the legal challenges faced by the GLBT community. Therefore, Gays & Lesbians should seek representation by those attorneys with the sympathy, desire and time to handle these specialized cases.

Gay & Lesbian friendly auto dealers. Since buying a car is an important and often expensive endeavor, and because some auto dealers are notoriously unscrupulous, Gays & Lesbians should shop around to find auto dealers that won't give them a special hosing because of their sexual identity / orientation.

Gay & Lesbian friendly department stores. It is well known that the GLBT community has massive buying power. So why not shop at department stores that are eager for Gay & Lesbian shoppers? From middle- to high-end goods, department stores are one-stop shopping trips that are fun partly because of the helpful and friendly, prejudice-free staffs.

Gay & Lesbian friendly hospitals. Whatever their medical needs, Gays & Lesbians should find hospitals that are experts in GLBT patient care. Additionally, such hospitals should have staffs that are sensitive to the needs of all patients regardless of sexual identity or orientation, perhaps even specialize in certain GLBT healthcare issues as well as those of GLBT families.

Gay & Lesbian friendly hardware. From fixing a broken pipe to finding the right screw for that bookcase, hardware stores are candy lands of parts that are often inscrutable. One thing that can make shopping for hardware less a chore and more an adventure is finding a store that has a knowledgeable and friendly staff. While many of the mom-and-pop hardware stores are gone, there are still some neighborhood hardware stores that are Gay & Lesbian friendly.

Gay & Lesbian friendly veterinarians. Most Gays & Lesbians own pets, and many veterinarians are themselves Gay or Lesbian. This is an industry in which there is a mutual bond between business & client--pet ownership-- and to that end, it thrives on Gay & Lesbian business because its focus is not on the pet owners, but on their animals.

Gay & Lesbian friendly tire dealers. As with any car-related issue, Gays & Lesbian should note which tire dealerships are Gay / Lesbian friendly, and which aren't, and spend accordingly.

Gay & Lesbian friendly pharmacies / drug stores. Whether needing drugs as part of an AIDS / HIV-related regimen or hormones for gender operations, drug stores are the gateway for essential Gay & Lesbian health. It is vital that those pharmacies that are hostile to Gays & Lesbians are assiduously avoided, while those are that Gay & Lesbian friendly are visited. This will also ensure that the GLBT patient can develop a trust between him / herself and the pharmacist & staff.

Gay & Lesbian friendly supermarkets / grocery markets. Where you buy your food is just as important as what food you eat. Always shop at those markets that enjoy catering to Gays & Lesbians, especially those smaller neighborhood markets that are becoming increasingly scarce.

Gay & Lesbian friendly insurance. Buying insurance is like buying a car: it can be a costly, tedious, unscrupulous, but ultimately necessary, affair. Likewise, those who sell it may be inclined to manifest their prejudices through higher rates or poorer service. Shopping around for Gay & Lesbian friendly insurance agents and policies is essential. There is no reason why Gays & Lesbians can't get both good rates & great service. When you find insurance that works for you, spread the word throughout the GLBT community.

Gay & Lesbian friendly florists. Flowers make beautiful, fragrant and romantic gifts and set dressing. When looking for florists, buy from those who cater to Gays & Lesbians and Gay & Lesbian events such as ceremonies, birthdays and holidays.

Gay & Lesbian friendly banks. As with all financial concerns, banks should be selected by which ones are Gay & Lesbian friendly, with staffs that are eager and able to make the Gays & Lesbians comfortable with banking at that institution.

Gay & Lesbian friendly theatres. A large portion of the Gay & Lesbian community are either theatre goers or patrons. There are also Gay & Lesbian theatre companies, supported mainly by the GLBT community. The theatre industry itself is highly amenable to Gay & Lesbian attendance and participation. So whether perusing for the latest show schedules, or that small theatre group to patronize, or locations of the nearest theatres, or the theatre that offers drama classes, Gays & Lesbians have a plethora of theatre resources from which to choose. 

Gay & Lesbian friendly churches. From commitment ceremonies to spiritual guidance, from simple worship to social gatherings, churches should offer Gays & Lesbians these most basic human needs. Unfortunately, many of them don't. It is up to Gays & Lesbians to find churches that are not just ambivalent or non-committal, but explicitly welcoming towards, Gays, Lesbians, Bisexual & Transgendered people. Read the church's mission statement of core values. Keep searching if the church makes no mention of sexual identity or orientation; don't assume that a no-mention means inclusion. 

Gay & Lesbian friendly food products. As with food markets, Gays and Lesbians should frequent those food product vendors that are Gay and Lesbian friendly. Food products make great gifts, and often those that sell them also cater Gay & Lesbian events.

Gay & Lesbian friendly home improvement. Since home improvement costs are usually high, it's important for Gays & Lesbians to not only look for good deals and reliable contractors, but to also use the services and products of Gay & Lesbian friendly businesses. After all, it's your home. You should feel good about spending the money to improve it.

Gay & Lesbian friendly carpet & rug cleaning. Carpet & rug cleaning specialists should feel comfortable when inside Gay & Lesbian homes. Likewise, Gays & Lesbians should find cleaners that are comfortable with carpet cleaning regardless of a homeowner's sexual identity or orientation. Finding a good carpet cleaner means not having to remove signs of the owner's sexual identity or orientation prior to the carpet specialist coming to the home.

Gay & Lesbian friendly electronic equipment & supplies. If willing to do the research, Gays & Lesbians can find electronics equipment & supplies vendors & businesses that court the GLBT community. 

Gay & Lesbian friendly schools. Many schools, colleges & universities offer studies in GLBT issues, have GLBT social groups (including fraternities & sororities), have Gay and Lesbian professors, and are generally agreeable to Gay & Lesbian students. An exception may include institutions that are founded on religious doctrines. For Gays and Lesbians with children, however, finding schools might be trickier. Though discrimination based on sexual identity / orientation is illegal, some schools & their administrators still don't accept the notion of same-sex or Gay parentage. The issue of education demands that Gays & Lesbians take extra time to find schools that are openly welcoming to kids of same-sex or Gay or Lesbian parents. And while the school itself may not be discriminatory, it might be wise to keep note of individual teachers who show an anti-Gay or Lesbian bias.

Gay & Lesbian friendly landscape contractors. Landscape contractors, as with any home improvement specialist, should be chosen on their ability to maintain good business relations with Gay & Lesbian homeowners. After all, there's more to landscape contractors than just their skills at making and maintaining a well-manicured lawn.

Gay & Lesbian friendly employment agencies. Finding a job, especially during times of recession, economic hardship, layoffs & hiring freezes, can be more taxing where Gays & Lesbians are concerned due to high levels of anti-Gay bias in society. Therefore, the GLBT community benefits from researching employment agencies that have a history of placing jobs for Gays & Lesbians with equanimity.

Gay & Lesbian friendly appliance services & repairs. While appliance servicing is common, it's still a good idea for Gays & Lesbians to find which appliance service & repair center is amenable to Gay & Lesbian business. 

Gay & Lesbian friendly optometrists. There are some Gay and Lesbian optometrists, and there are many Gay & Lesbian friendly optometrists. Find an optometrist that is either one, and keep your vision healthy.

Gay & Lesbian friendly roofing contractors. When looking for a roofing contractor, make sure that he or she is at least Gay & Lesbian friendly. As with any business transaction, comfort for both parties is the ideal.

Gay & Lesbian friendly electrical contractors. Gays and Lesbians looking for electrical contractors should see if, among other things, the contractors cater to, and have a history of, working in Gay & Lesbian households.

Gay & Lesbian friendly pet grooming. Many Gays & Lesbians have pets, so at some point during their furry lives, these pets will make several trips to the animal beauty salon. As with veterinarians, pet groomers' main concern should be on the pet, not the sexual orientation / identity of the pet owner.

Gay & Lesbian friendly pest control / exterminators. Need to take the sting out of a pest infestation? Call around for Gay & Lesbian friendly pest controllers / exterminators.

Gay & Lesbian friendly book dealers. Book dealers often stock Gay & Lesbian-themed literature; they might be located in Gay & Lesbian-friendly locales; their clients may be Gay / Lesbian, or they might themselves be Gay or Lesbian. If you're looking to buy, sell or trade books, keep the money flowing within the Gay / Lesbian community by seeking out these particular book dealers.

Gay & Lesbian friendly lawn maintenance. As with landscape contractors, Gays & Lesbians should find a lawn maintenance specialist who thrives on the business of the GLBT community.

Gay & Lesbian friendly hotels / accommodations. For that perfect, worry-free vacation getaway, Gays & Lesbians have lots of Gay / Lesbian friendly hotels from which to choose. Some accommodations cater exclusively to Gays & Lesbians; others retain Gay / Lesbian friendly staffs. Many hotels host Gay & Lesbian events. Some accommodations, such as bed & breakfasts (B & B's), offer intimate, discrete settings to enjoy the company of your partner while other, racier hotels offer "clothing optional" packages.

Gay & Lesbian friendly Internet. For networking, research, socializing, or business expansion, the Internet is an invaluable tool for Gays & Lesbians to support themselves & each other.

Gay & Lesbian friendly pet shops. Gays & Lesbians comprise a massive percentage of pet owners. There is no shortage of pet shops, so the Gays & Lesbians only have to look for Gay & Lesbian friendly pet shops to find that special, furry companion. Give an animal a good home while supporting the GLBT community.

Gay & Lesbian friendly government services. In addition to buying power, Gays & Lesbians have enormous voting power. To find out how Gay & Lesbian tax dollars are allocated, government websites reveal that plus the latest GLBT news & legislation, as well as resource sites for Gays & Lesbians pertaining to everything from adoption services to civil union licenses. There are also equally valuable material for Gays & Lesbians at the state, county, and local levels.

Gay & Lesbian friendly tree services. Tree services entails more than just pruning: neighbors' yard lines, drainage, sewage piping, gutter cleaning, city power lines & aesthetics are some of the reasons why tree service demands that Gays & Lesbians search thoroughly for not just the best tree specialists, but the most Gay & Lesbian friendly ones at that.

Gay & Lesbian friendly glass--auto / window / plate. Choosing the right glass for your car; installing proper windows for the home; plate or double pane? Whatever the glass needed, Gays & Lesbians should take the proper care to find glass experts & installers who have developed & nurtured relationships with Gay & Lesbian clients.

Gay & Lesbian friendly appliance dealers. Because home appliances are long-term investments, it's important to get great quality at the best possible price. A lot of places sell home appliances, but find ones that are eager to sell them to Gay & Lesbian customers.

Gay & Lesbian friendly lumber supplies. This is a highly specialized material that when shopping for it, it is good to enlist the help of a knowledgeable salesperson or wood working contractor, especially if you are having a home built, or an extension added. Find out which specialists are particularly handy at retaining Gay & Lesbian business.

Gay & Lesbian friendly shoe stores. Some people say that the shoes make the man or woman. Gays & Lesbians should seek out those shoe retailers that make this mantra their job. Step out with pride!

Gay & Lesbian gay friendly heating contractors. No one should have to freeze in the winter. With the abundance of heating contractors, Gays & Lesbians doubtlessly have their choices cut out for them. Whenever possible, find heating contractors that are, if not Gay or Lesbian themselves, are happy to have Gay & Lesbian customers.

Gay & Lesbian gay friendly sporting goods. Even with so many Gay & Lesbian sporting events & teams around, it is not given that Gays & Lesbians have their pick of sporting goods stores. Many sports still maintain a deeply hetero / anti-Gay mentality; therefore, it's best to do business with purveyors of sporting goods that are Gay & Lesbian friendly, if not outright Gay & Lesbian themselves.

Gay & Lesbian gay friendly auto renting & leasing. As with auto dealing & repairing, the business of auto renting / leasing can be fraught with hidden costs & questionable tactics. Gays & Lesbians may be more susceptible to being taken for the proverbial ride, so research car renting and leasing options with much diligence; also, take care to visit with a number of auto dealerships to find out which ones are less likely to gouge based on sexual identity / orientation.