Sidetrack

(1095 Ratings)
Where bigger is always better

This behemoth bar has been a standout in the community since 1982. Today it draws in a large and diverse crowd. Enjoy the tunes, large balcony & incredible staff. Being the biggest bar in the city, it gets packed with cuties!



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Reviews

JRedWolf
JRedWolf
Over a year ago

It's all about the hospitality

Boyfriend and I arrived really late Friday night after all kinds of travel snafu's, the bouncer at the door was very friendly as were the two bar tenders (the bar that is all the way to the left, and up some stairs). Vodka slushes ... wow. The purple one tastes like skittles and the clear-ish one tastes like lemonade. If you survive the brain freeze, they hit like a freight train too :)


jimmynala
jimmynala
Over a year ago

:P

Not a review, I am just very excited about visiting this place! As a gay Irish man, this should be totally different to anything I've experienced in Ireland :D


MattTwoTee
MattTwoTee
Over a year ago

Way nice and Beautiful

I had such fun at Sidetrack, and was even taken on a guided tour the bar in all its splendor. This place is AMAZING! What a great resource to have in the neighborhood! As a west coaster, I am jealous!


nakedjerry
nakedjerry
Over a year ago

One of the best in the USA

Great place - Great staff - great time


divi17
divi17
Over a year ago

Great bar

Liked the decor, the sights and the sounds. Crowd's a bit generic, but who cares. It's a fun place.


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