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Bars & Nightclubs
Atmosphere
5355 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-784-1100
Neon-filled gay bar offering male go-go dancers, drag shows, DJs, stripper bingo & other events.
www.atmospherebar.com
2nd Story Bar
157 E. Ohio, Chicago | 312-923-9536
Small, old-school, cash-only local gay bar tucked away in low-lit digs above Sayat Nova restaurant.
Baton Show Lounge
4713 N. Broadway, Chicago | 312-644-5269
Drag queens take the stage at this long-standing nightclub popular for bachelorette parties.
www.thebatonshowlounge.com
Berlin
954 W. Belmont, Chicago | 773-348-4975
Cavernous nightlife mainstay with a diverse, no-attitude, all-orientations crowd on the dance floor.
www.berlinchicago.com
Big Chicks
5024 N. Sheridan, Chicago | 773-728-5511
Lively, colorful, cash-only LGBT-friendly bar with basic eats & weekend DJs amid art-lined walls.
www.bigchicks.com
Bobby Loves
3729 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-525-1200
Drinks and Karaoke... who could ask for more?
www.bobbyloves.com
Cell Block
3702 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-665-8064
Laid-back gay bar with billiards, Wii & darts, plus theme nights & drink specials.
www.cellblockchi.com
Charlies
3726 N. Broadway | 773-871-8887
Western-themed Boystown bar & dance club with drag shows, karaoke, bingo & late-night hours.
www.charlieschicago.com
The Closet
3325 N. Broadway, Chicago | 773-477-8533
Opened in 1978, this tiny, unpretentious lesbian & gay bar features dancing, games & karaoke.
www.theclosetchicago.com
Elixir Andersonville
1509 W. Balmoral, Chicago | 773-975-9244
Nestled in the heart of Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, Elixir is an inviting, intimate lounge that celebrates the art of the cocktail.
www.elixirandersonville.com
Elixir Lakeview
3452 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-975-9244
Our small plates and sophisticated bar snacks perfectly complement and enhance our beverages.
www.elixirchicago.com
Fantasy Nightclub
3641 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-325-2233
The biggest nightclub in Boystown with themed events.
www.fantasynightclubchicago.com
The Anvil on Granville
1137 W. Granville, Chicago | 773-973-0006
Unpretentious gay bar offering beer, cocktails & patio seating in a warm atmosphere.
www.theanvilbar.com
Hydrate
3458 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-975-9244
Hydrate Nightclub is Chicago's premiere destination for shows, music, dancing, and the best late-night party in the city!
www.hydratechicago.com
Jackhammer
6406 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-743-5772
Multilevel club with dance floor & many bars offers pool, drink specials, entertainment, patio area & everything between.
www.jackhammerchicago.com
Jeffery Pub
7041 S. Jeffery Blvd, Chicago | 773-363-8555
LIPS
2229 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago | 312-815-2662
Showy nightlife spot with opulent, Vegas-style decor, drag performances, creative eats & cocktails.
www.lipschicago.com
Lucky Horseshoe
3169 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-404-3169
Multiple rooms and male dancers 7 days a week.
www.luckyhorseshoelounge.com
Marty's Martini Bar
1511 W. Balmoral, Chicago | 773-561-6425
Chic, low-lit lounge serving classic cocktails amid Toulouse-Lautrec-inspired decor.
Meeting House Tavern
5025 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-696-4211
Meeting House Tavern offers a unique gathering place in Andersonville providing multiple types of interactive and passive entertainment along with a rotating selection of reasonably priced cocktails, beers and frozen drinks, nightly drink specials and specially-themed nights.
www.meetinghousetavern.com
Progress Bar
3359 N. Halsted, Chicago | 312-815-2662
The hottest new bar in boystown, staffed by some very familiar faces, designed to be like nothing you have ever seen before.
www.progressbarchicago.com
Ravenswood Tavern
1829 W. Montrose, Chicago | 773-528-3253
The Ravenswood Tavern is an easygoing neighborhood bar with darts, a jukebox, and a variety of beers & cocktails.
www.theravenswoodtavern.com
Replay Lakeview
3439 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-975-9244
Your neighborhood hangout with free vintage arcade games,extensive rotating craft beer list, with 26 beers on tap.
www.replaylakeview.com
Roger's Park Social
6920 N. Glenwood, Chicago | 773-561-6425
Industrial bar offering craft beers & seasonally inspired cocktails, plus a lounge with board games.
Roscoes
3356 N Halsted, Chicago | 773-281-3355
Chicago’s leader in nightlife and entertainment located in the heart of boystown for over 30 years.
www.roscoes.com
Scarlet
3320 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-348-1053
DJs & drink specials fuel the early bar & late-night lounge scenes at this vintage-inspired gay bar..
www.scarletchicago.com
Shakers on Clark
3164 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-327-5969
A neighborhood bar where everyone can hangout with friends watching sporting events, listen to live music, play pool and shoot darts.
https://www.restaurantji.com/il/chicago/shakers-on-clark-/
Sidetrack
3349 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-477-9189
SOFO Tap
4923 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-784-7636
Enjoy a game of darts, hang out on our spacious outdoor patio, play your favorite song on the jukebox or check out the videos on our flat panel TVs. Our friendly staff is here, ready to pour your favorite drink.
www.thesofotap.com
Splash
3339 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-904-7338
Narrow, dimly lit gay bar with a diverse crowd open late & serving mixed cocktails & dancing.
www.splash-chicago.com
The Call
1547 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago | 773-334-2525
Andersonville's neighborhood video and dance bar.
The North End
3733 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-477-7999
Chicago's neighborhood gay sports bar since 1983! Offering cold drinks, a great beer selection, pool, darts, and all the games on TV.
www.northendchicago.com
Touché
6412 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-465-7400
Neighborhood gay leather bar open since 1977 offering draft brews, a pool table & darts.
www.touchechicago.com
(Suburbs & Beyond)
Bars & Nightclubs
Club Krave
13126 Western Avenue, Blue Island, IL | 708-597-8379
We are Chicago's premier, South Side Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual, Transgender bar. We feature monthly drag shows, the hottest exotic dancers, weekend entertainment, along with the BEST drink specials in town!!!
The Office
513 E. State Street, Rockford, IL | 815-965-0344
The Office is an LGBTQ+ night club, bar and entertainment lounge in the heart of the historical River District of downtown Rockford..
www.theofficeniteclub.com
Dicks RU Crazee
1221 E. 150th Street, Hammond, IN | 219-852-0222
Drag queens take the stage at this long-standing nightclub popular for bachelorette parties.
www.dicksrucrazee.com
Restaurants
F.O'Mahony's
3701 N. Broadway, Chicago | 773-549-0226
Neighborhood Irish pub with classic eats & decor, brunch service, late hours & a seasonal patio.
Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-525-1111
The Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club is a premier destination venue for every type of occasion and every demographic. With an innovative martini and cocktail list of more than 200 offerings, upscale contemporary cuisine, entertainment by the world famous Kit Kat Divas and sleek “South Beach meets Hollywood” inspired decor, Kit Kat is truly a world-class entertainment hotspot.
www.kitkatchicago.com
Lark
3441 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-799-8968
Pizza, sandwiches, burgers & snacks pair with house cocktails in a pub setting with a patio & DJs. Lark’s dining experience is hip, friendly and fun.
Replay Andersonville
5358 N. Clark, Chicago | 773-6654-1369
Arcade bar with retro games & flat-screen TVs, plus craft beer, bourbon & American comfort food.
www.replayandersonville.com
Wood
3335 N. Halsted, Chicago | 773-935-9663
Since 2012, Wood restaurant has served as an upscale casual dinner and drinks destination in the heart of Chicago’s Boystown. Wood is a 6-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winner.
www.woodchicago.com