Gay bars in andersonville chicago
LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago: gay and woman loving woman bars, clubs, and more
Chicago’s nightlife is a lot enjoy the city itself — inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all. It’s also a whole lot of fun. Our gay and homosexual woman 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 one-of-a-kind history and vibe.
Check out some of the best lgbtq+ bars and clubs to experience Chicago’s queer nightlife scene.
Jeffery Pub
One of the city’s oldest queer bars, Jeffery Pub is a neighborhood institution. The South Shore staple is also one of Chicago’s first black-owned gay bars, making it all the more meaningful for the spot’s many regulars. Don’t neglect the live business, like karaoke nights, Silky Soul Sundays, and a lively dance floor featuring everything from pop to house music.
Big Chicks
This lively and colorful spot is part LGBTQ hangout, part art gallery. The walls are plastered with the owner’s personal collection of paintin
A. Walker Martini
Playpen Vodka, Triple Sec, Blueberry Basil Syrup, Lemon
vibrant + herbaceous
Giovanni's Parade & Passion
Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey, Passion Fruit, Mint Syrup, Lemon, Cava
fruity + effervescent
Maya's Pleasure( MG THC, 16% ABV)
Upstate Elevator Blackberry THC Soda, Crème De Mure, Lemon, Simple Syrupjuicy + fruity + elevated
Rose's Revenge
Playpen Vodka, Koval Rose Hip Liqueur, Lemon, Basic Syrup
light + floral + refreshing
The Law of Treasure
Tanduay Especia Pilipinas Spiced Rum, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao, † Coco Lopez, Lime, Orgeat, Pineapple
sweet + succulent + bold
The T-Word Spritz
Thresh & Winnow Foret Gin, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Genepy, Yuzu & Lime Soda
herbal + tart + lively
Chicago is one of our favourite places in the US. We arrived with no expectations and were completely blown away.
Not only does Chicago have a gigantic and vibrant gay scene, it is a beautiful city with incredibly friendly people and so much to do.
For a packed guide on everything to undertake in Chicago (hotels, activities, identity festival etc), check out our ‘Complete Gay Travel Guide to Chicago‘.
For this mini guide, we are focusing on the best queer bars in Chicago broken down into the gay bars in boystown and the gay bars in Andersonville.
Boystown and Andersonville (affectionately coined MANdersonville) are the main gay areas in Chicago and therefore where the majority of the gay nightlife can be found.
Flying the flag proudly in Chicago at the Pride Party in the Park!
Best Gay Bars in Chicago (Boystown & Andersonville)
You can find gay bars all across Chicago but the majority are found in Boystown and Andersonville. We went to Sidetrack twice during our trip and loved it!
Here are some options to keep you busy!
Gay Bars in Boystown, Chicago
Our favourite homosexual bar in Ch
Andersonville, a Neighborhood for Everyone
Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, known for its Swedish roots, historic architecture, and bustling urban main street, has one of the city's largest male lover and lesbian communities, second only to Boystown.
The welcoming North Side neighborhood stretches from Foster Ave. to the south, Victoria St. to the north, Ravenswood Ave. to the west and Magnolia Ave. to the east.
Recognized as the “shop local capital of Chicago”, Andersonville’s commercial district and main shopping road, Clark St., features primarily independent, locally-owned boutiques and specialty stores.
In addition, the area features a number of gay and queer woman bars, nightclubs and some of Chicago’s best restaurants.
Andersonville hosts Midsommarfest, one of Chicago’s most legendary avenue festivals, in early June. The annual event kicks off the summer neighborhood street festival season.
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce is committed to equality, making Andersonville a ne