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

blaakpilot
blaakpilot
Over a year ago

If Disneyland had a gay cousin...


wvolley
wvolley
Over a year ago

first time to chicago

it was fun and very cute boyz!


MechDroid
MechDroid
Over a year ago

Very nice bar

Visited Chicago and, inexplicably, held off on checking out Sidetrack until my last evening in town. Better late than never, though. It's a huge, very clean and nice-looking bar and their specialty drinks are as tasty as they are strong. It was pretty crowded and definitely seemed to be on the "clique-ish" side, but still a good time overall. I'd recommend checking it out.


selby55102
selby55102
Over a year ago

love it

i have the best time there. but can be packed


shelila18
shelila18
Over a year ago

Fun Fun

Gets really wild


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