Sidetrack
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!
- trans-friendly
- 20+
- 30+
- 40+
- dancing
- outdoor seating
- video
- happy hour
- mixed LGBTQ+
- mixed gay/straight
- $$
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RE:Too Broadway
I have to say I agree with DesertRat and his opinion of the showtunes. Not that I dislike them, but I think one night a week(Sundays) would be enough, however I have been coming to this bar for 20 years and have watched it expand and still like this place. Usually a fun enjoyable experience, although a couple of times I had walked up to the video DJ to make a request and was handed some rudeness and attitude. He seemed to really not like what he was doing. In spite of these 2 things I still like coming here for the mixed crowd, the bar has great atmosphere, sleek and stylish in every room, this bar is huge and the bartenders are friendly.
Huge, Awesome Bar!
My Chicago friend calls Sidetrack "The Bar That Ate Halsted." It just gets bigger and bigger! They apparently keep buying adjacent properties and expanding their space. But it's still packed with way-cute boys who are all really friendly. Watch out for the slushy drinks: a couple of those on a sunny afternoon can put you under fast!
Great ! Wonderful !
Lots of wonderful people, always crowded, good drinks and busy. Clean, modern and wonderful
My First Stop! The best way to start my night...
Changes have been made since I went there last--all for the better! The bar seems to grow and grow, but the service and friendliness has stayed the same--Excellent! Bartenders, doormen, and the management were terrific!
No Smoking but Smokin' Guys
I love Sidetrack and there is a reason its the highest grossing bar in the state of Illinois. Large bar with a huge non-smoking section for all us non-mid-westerners who are used to that sorta thing. Great looking guys and fun music...a must for a fun night in Boystown!!!
