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Roscoe's Tavern

(724 Ratings)
Iconic drag, bingo, booze & babes

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.



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Reviews

nivri
nivri
Over a year ago

Super popular. Younger crowd, lots of visitors, newbies

This bar is a well known bar, not just among locals; if you've ever visited Chicago and come to Boystown, chances are you've probably been to this bar. Good fund, good music, with a dance floor in the back that plays good music.


PLeMaster
PLeMaster
Over a year ago

Avoid the pitchers if you wish to live! Though they are quite tasty and cheap....


VLee901
VLee901
Over a year ago

Favorite Place!

Every time I visit Boystown, I always have to stop at Roscoes. It's definitely my favorite place to dance the night away. Overall, the crowd is not intimidating. It has a great mixture of people. Even though the dance floor can be tight as times there is plenty of room to get air and grab a drink! LOVE ROSCOES!!!


DiscoverMe
DiscoverMe
Over a year ago

The Original

Cool club for Dancing & Cruising.


john4
john4
Over a year ago

it's a straight bar,


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