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Jackhammer

 (285 Ratings)

A place to wear Levis

Since 2003, Jackhammer has been serving LGBTQ+ communities by creating and preserving a safe space for exploration,...

Rogers Park · 6406 N Clark St, Chicago


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Cell Block

 (103 Ratings)

Notorious leather bar

Cell Block has been offering a safe and sultry place for leather/Levi's daddies and puppies to play since 1994....

Northalsted · 3702 N Halsted St, Chicago


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Touché

 (92 Ratings)

Cruise in leather

Opened in 1977, Touché is one of Chicago's few surviving bars catering to leather lovers. They offer tons of theme...

Rogers Park · 6412 N Clark St, Chicago


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Big Chicks

 (87 Ratings)

Vibrant, colorful & amazing food!

Big Chicks is one of the oldest gay bars in Chicago and has been offering the community a joyful and safe space to...

Uptown · 5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago


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The North End

 (85 Ratings)

Cold drinks & giant flat screens

Enjoy sports games, drink specials, a friendly bar staff, and karaoke at this local favorite spot! Since 1983 The North...

Northalsted · 3733 N Halsted St, Chicago


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Charlie's Chicago

 (45 Ratings)

Cowboys, drag queens & go-go boys, oh my!

It doesn't matter what night you decided to visit Charlie's; you are always going to have an amazing time!...

Northalsted · 3726 North Broadway, Chicago


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The SoFo Tap

 (45 Ratings)

Dog-friendly, LGBTQIA+ Bear Bar

Come enjoy a tasty brew on their large patio or bring some buddies for trivia and darts! Offering weekly events...

Andersonville · 4923 N Clark St 1st floor, Chicago


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Bobby Love's

 (25 Ratings)

Let your wild flag fly

Ideally located & flamboyantly decorated, Bobby Love's packs the house night after night! Combining their...

Northalsted · 3729 N Halsted St, Chicago


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2Bears Tavern Uptown

 (1 Rating)

Dog-friendly, late-night LGBTQ+ bar

Get ready, we've found your new favorite bar! This is one of the most welcoming gay bars we have ever...

Uptown · 1140 W Wilson Ave, Chicago



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