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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The northern bar (to the left when you're facing the front of the building) is generally a little less crowded & has more seating.
Number one Gay bar in the US maybe the world
Very well kept bar. Not many bars but as much back into the bar. The staff is excellent and friendly. They keep the place humming. Show tunes Sunday always a great time. The videos bring back so many memories. Anywhere I travel when I say I am from Chicago people ask if I have been to Sidetracks. Its just a good time.
Great Place
A great place to enjoy a good drink and meet hot guys. The place has several bars on two levels and is the best gay bar in Boystown by far.
Fabulous Bar
Sidetrack is great place for having drinks, socializing with kind of men, and enjoying the music with the videos. Plus, there are special and nice events for holidays. Unfortunately, some bartenders are unfriendly and sometimes rude, however it is best way to ignore them; it's important to have good time there.
Great place friendly staff very professional!!
