Gay bars chicago downtown

Explore the best gay bars and restaurants in Chicago's Downtown, Near North, and South Side, including one of the oldest gay clubs in the midwest. 1 Chicago has transformed into a true queer destination in recent years, no longer looked at as some little Midwestern city cast in the shadow of coastal meccas like New York and Los Angeles. We have some of the most renowned drag performers, incredible queer nightlife artists of all kinds, and queer neighborhoods teeming with bars and clubs. 2 Find the best gay bars, dance clubs, gay-rated hotels, gay saunas and gay cruise clubs in Chicago. Check reviews, photos, and more on 3 Our gay and lesbian bars have a little bit of something for everyone, with late-night lounges, dance clubs, burlesque and drag shows , and long-standing neighborhood watering holes in almost every corner of the city. And each comes with their own unique history and vibe. 4 Best Gay Bars in Chicago, IL - Sidetrack, Cell Block, Jackhammer, Dick's R U Crazy, Second Story Bar, La Cueva, Big Chicks, The Closet, Touche, 2Bears Tavern Uptown. 5 Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! 6 Welcome to Chicago, even if it's just for a short trip. You're in for a treat with our LGBTQ+ scene. These are some of the more well-known see and be seen places, which I have a slant toward. Sidetrack - This is a staple in the Boystown area. It's huge, with multiple bars and a rooftop deck. 7 CHI Guide. Abby Keller. 8 Whether you're a local or just visiting and looking for queer nightlife, here are some top-notch gay and lesbian cocktail bars, dance clubs and dive bars in the Windy City. Get ready to paint the town rainbow, Chicago!. 9 For the first hour of a recent Saturday night at Downtown—a new bar in the space once occupied by Gentry and, ever so briefly, The Lucky Lady—I was the only lady in the room. Among the lounges that dot River North, Downtown stands as the sole gay bar save for the stalwart dive Second Story in nearby Streeterville. 10