Boystown’s main drag is home to some of Chicago‘s most popular gay nightlife destinations. And with the myriad of options, there’s something for everyone.
From the campy drag bar scene to the multi-room, multi-level dance complex, Halsted Street is a must when you visit Chicago.
Check out this quick roundup of gay Chicago’s best.
Sidetrack
A mega-bar with multiple rooms packed with attractive guys, Sidetrack is an area favorite. Grab a frozen cocktail and make your way to the roof deck. It’s a must!
Roscoe’s
Under the spinning strobe light, spend a few hours with hotties on the packed dance floor. The heavily poured drinks shouldn’t be a problem for you.
Roscoe’s Tavern
Iconic drag, bingo, booze & babes 3356 N Halsted St · Chicago, IL 60657(773) 281-3355
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Hydrate
Stumbled onto a drag show or maybe end up in a compromising position with a male stripper. Anything can happen at Hydrate.
Hydrate Nightclub
Energetic & entertaining dance club 3458 N Halsted St · Chicago, IL 60657(773) 975-9244
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Cellblock
Popular for darts and pool, this is a dive bar that caters to a leather/fetish crowd. It’s a chill place to escape from the busier crowded Halsted haunts. Be sure to check out the back room…
Lucky Horseshoe Lounge
Lucky Horseshoe is a combination of bear bar and male strip club where you can actually hear yourself talk. Fun place to start (or end) the night.
Lucky Horseshoe Lounge
Getting lucky since 1989 3169 N Halsted St · Chicago, IL 60657(773) 404-3169
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