Sidetrack

Sidetrack...The Video Bar has entertained standing room crowds for 33 years with a unique video mix of comedy, pop, retro & show tunes.

9 / 10
825
ratings
  • Phone

    (773) 477-9189

  • Website

    sidetrackchicago.com

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  • Type

    Gay Bar

Address

3349 N Halsted St (btwn Roscoe & Buckingham) Chicago , IL 60657 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Music Live Music
Parking Street, Valet
Restroom Yes
Menus Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 158


Keywords:

showtunes slushies boozy drinks rooftop trendy music bar authentic good for singles monday night showtunes spacious great value dancing happy hour casual big screens chili hot tubs people watching margaritas
Dustin Haley

One of the largest, nicest gay bars I've been to. Very sleek and modern. One disappointment was the upstairs patio closing early... It's a shame in nice weather. Great bar other than that!

Rick Fromm

Pro tip for a budget queen or those strapped for cash: coat check is a dollar, but bag check is free and mandatory. Stuff your coat in your bag, and save yourself a buck or a trip to the ATM !

David

Great slushie drinks . Really neat RuPauls drag race paintings throughout. Would visit next time in town , thanks to the friendly bartenders .

Viral PR

The atmosphere and holiday decor are a welcome treat after a long day at the office or for a fun night on the town . And yes, slushies are still awesome in the winter.

Chris Duhaime

There’s a vibe for everyone! Most the bars are playing the same music , the feeling can change from room to room. Highly recommend a “fruit loop” before committing, and don’t forget to check upstairs.

Khari Shelton

from musical monday to showtune sundays, trax is THAT girl. get the frozé. you won't regret it. sidetrack: the watering hole of boystown

Agustin Zavala Garcia

Thanks so much everything was so nice, we loved the place and the atmosphere there, definitely going back, greeting from PV

Melody Legge

Love. This. Place. Showtune Sundays are the best. Vodka slushies are amazing. Friendly staff . Lots of fun. A must to go to

J. Chicago

this is the premier gay bar for a reason. great videos, friendly staff , strong drinks . only complaint is that they don't have daily drink specials . at least there is never a cover!

Cornellious Parthenopaeus-Lumpkin

Everything is awesome here! Got a Effen Vodka Black Cherry Buzz mixed with Stoli Pink Lemonade

Fabio Rodrigues da Motta

The biggest place with bars I've ever seen

Chicagoist

A beautiful interior , multiple bars and an outdoor space makes it spacious enough to hit the dancefloor or find a quiet corner to sip down a few alcoholic slushies . Read more

Jai Myers

Hold on to your nickers girls!!! Sidetrack is a great place to gather with friends on the patio OR it's a great place to go alone and people watch spontaneous.

Jai Myers

For Boystown, Sidetrack is has the most spacious venue. The perfect bar to move around with friends and do a 'Fruit-Loop' ... you know checking out the scene.

Chris Duhaime

In the warmer months, the upstairs patio is beautiful! There are two bars up there as well , so no need to go back down for a drink.

Adam Seger

Jaegger is for dumb Freshmen jocks. Try a chilled shot of locally-made 70 Proof hum, The World's Most Unique Rum created by Chicago's own Adam Seger. Gurl,It was featured for Oprah's 25th Anniversary!

Patrick LeMaster

The northern bar (to the left when you're facing the front of the building) is generally a little less crowded & has more seating.

Rick Rapp

Always clean and non-threatening. More fun in a group.

Phil Touchette

Amazing slushy drinks and Monday Night Showtunes was worth the extra night stay in Chicago once Bear Pride ended.

Phoenix Jimenez

This place is amazing, make sure and check out the rooftop patio and all of the different bars .

Gal Oppenheimer

The Whipsical is by far the best frozen slushie drink I have ever had. I strongly recommend it along with a shot of Honey Wild Turkey !

Tim Shea

Amazing show tunes night! And get the purple slushie !

Marty Erwin

The Outspoken series is well worth attending. First Tuesday of each month.

Michael Fetters

Showtunes , Showtunes , Showtunes ! Find out the nights and times for Showtunes and make sure you get your friends there! Always a top priority when I get back to town .

Evan Mavrommatis

One of the best bars in Chicago, friendly staff , good drinks and music . Just beware of queeny bitches who will literally steal the seat from under you!

Andrew Inman

Get an equality slushy at sidetracks! (It's just two flavors layered together)

A Del

Huge club with amazing bartenders

Appliance Repair Chicago

Great place to hangout with friends or family from out of town . Read more Read more

Eddy Velazquez

Make sure to order margaritas without salt. Damn good and strong! Make sure to go when Kathy is there

Bill Hendrix

Show tune Sunday--what a great way to end the weekend.

GuySpy App

Make sure to try their signature Frozen Drinks ! Really good!

Mike Valdez

Frozen drinks are great! Good bar , but they need a better sound system . My biggest gripe is the bartender with the glasses who's balding. Everyone hates him, including the workers. A real @sshole. Ge

Rohan Hare

This bar is really big, and a lot of fun. Great place to meet some new people.

Brittney Diseroad

Go on showtunes night, best night ever...the slushies are fantastic as well

Adam Hickey

Take time to walk around and explore. The bar is huge!

Stephen Román

A Boystown icon and the best Showtunes video bar ANYWHERE!

Kevin DuJan

Amy makes the world's best White Russians . Seriously. Find her and order one of these babies. She also makes an unbelievable oatmeal cookie shot. Fun times.

Edward Collins

Glass bar is where I like to hang out. Best bar in Boystown !

zfels

Slushie , for sure. Go for the smaller one or you'll get brain freeze.

Beth Borkowski

Must try: slushies , any flavorGreat music videos on the weekendsShowtunes on SundayMusical MondayComedy night on Thursdays

Buzz Evolution

Rosie O'Donnell just checked out Sidetrack's Showtunes Sunday (10/9) this evening, according to @sidetrackbar on Twitter. Cool that she is getting to know her new home city !

Dillon Jay

visited from nyc and was less then impressed. Stand atound and stare is basically the formula, with less interesting nightlife. Frozen drinks are the plus and patio . Plus its close to other gay bars i

Dan Geiger

Get up on the roof in the summer. It's great.

Stephen

I can't go and not order a Kitchen Sink.

Matthew McFarland

David Oaks is legitimately best bartender , Calvin is best bar back, and Kevin is the #1 security!!!

Adam D

Ketel One Crush, a grape-flavored, sugar-filled, tart slush drink that will make you orgasm. Or at least drunk. Yeah it's loaded with calories but it's damn good!

Christopher King

Tip you’re bartenders . They are lovely people.

Jordan Bouvier

They have St. Germain, get it mixed with gin and champagne or gin and soda .

Chicago Bar Bracket

Friendly for the straight crowd too. Beware having too many Purple Slushies . Read more

Chicago Bar Bracket

Friendly for the straight crowd too. Beware having too many Purple Slushies .

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