Opened in 1977, Touché is one of Chicago's few surviving bars catering to leather lovers. They offer tons of theme nights and a backroom area for extra fun!
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Nice intro to IML weekend
Visited Touche on my first night in town for IML. Nothing mind-blowing or exceptional, but has pretty much anything would want from a cruise bar. Nice welcoming bartenders, cheap drinks (at least compared to the bars in Boystown), and good cruising. The back bar is, of course, a must. Had a few great times to get me nice and warmed up for a great trip. I'd definitely recommend it.
We love this place
Usually a more mature crowd. Bartenders are friendly and they sponsor several events throughout the year such as Mr. Illinois Leather. They offer theme nights such as Bear Night which is always popular and crowded. This is the first place my partner and I went when we started dating and it remains among our favorites.
Bad service
Takes too long to get served at the front bar. I usually go right to the back, he's much nicer anyway. Have been ignored by one and spoken to disrespectfully by the other of the two front bartenders. They need to take some customer service classes. My advice...go to a different bar.