Roscoe's Tavern
Having been around since 1987, Roscoe's knows how to keep its crowds entertained. Today, a favorite of Halsted, this bar caters to its young, fun crowds who meet here to catch Roscoe's award-winning drag shows.
- trans-friendly
- 20+
- 30+
- dancing
- drag
- go-go boys
- outdoor seating
- pool table
- video
- mixed LGBTQ+
- pub
- mixed gay/straight
- $$$
- $$
- Fusion
- brunch
- sandwiches
- bar food
- good for groups
Best of GayCities '23
Your support makes our travel guides possible
We believe that LGBTQ+ people deserve safe vacations that allow them to be their authentic selves. That's why our City Guides aren't locked behind a paywall. Can you contribute today?
Cancel anytime · Proudly LGBTQ+ owned and operated
Reviews
Add a review
Another Chitown Great Bar
I have always had a great time at Roscoe's; and, have usually picked up a "date" most times. (I am from STL, not Chitown.) The Dance floor rocks!! The guys are hot as hell!
Dance
This has to be the best place to go and dance. I Have to say had a fantastic time there, with a happy ending.
hot place
I was visiting for only one weekend and i had the time of my life, this place is the shit if you are 21-25, the music is great and the crowd is hot
It's THE staple of Gay Bars in Chicago!
As a visitor, you HAVE to go here. It's sort of like a pilgrimmage to a Gay Mecca!? It's got cold beer and some good eye candy to go with it. Could use a little updating as it's laid out with lots of narrow corridors and old built in seating/standing areas. Overall, a great place to start your night in Chicago.
Everyone's your friend
Chicago - my favor gay city to visit. Roscoe's has multiple bar areas, including some outdoor seating a moderate size dance floor. It attracts a fairly young crowd and the bar with wooden floors and rustic appearance is happier for those wearing jeans and a t-shirt. Roscoe's is always fun and generally friendly patrons make this a nice place to visit.
