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J&L Saloon (Seattle Gay Leather Bar) shock treatment shirt particularly within the leather subcultureJ & L Saloon was a foundational gay leather bar in Seattle, established in 1980 by owners Jim and Lance. They transformed a mid century lounge called Le Chateau into what would become the city's first leather bar. The name "J & L" derived from the initials of the owners, and the venue was affectionately nicknamed "Judy's Lounge" by patrons.