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Sidetrack

(184 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

bargoer23
bargoer23
Over a year ago

go

sidetrack is a cool bar....gets really crowded just like any other place, but its huge! lots and lots of hot guys.


vaguy
vaguy
Over a year ago

nice club, love the non smoking side, lots of cute guys, hope to visit again soon


msciak
msciak
Over a year ago

Great atmosphere

Guys, Guys and more Guys, this is a yuppy bar in Boys town with lots of 35-40 something men, the atmosphere is fun, there's lots of space and different rooms including an outdoor area. Crowed Friday and Saturday after 10pm, so if you like guys packed in close to you, go late.


craigfand
craigfand first review First to Review
Over a year ago

Spacious and Fun

With a huge rooftop patio/deck and at least five indoor rooms on various levels, this popular club is more like a cluster of bars. On various theme nights, they play campy music and comedy video clips on multiple screens and the crowd really gets into it. Try the frozen drinks, they're tasty and dangerous (as are the bartenders).


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