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Progress Bar

Gay bar in Chicago’s Boystown with DJs, drag shows and cocktails

Chicago, USA
3.5
221 reviews

Neighbourhood

Chicago

Category

Bars

Vibe

Cocktails, Dance +2

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About Progress Bar

Progress Bar is a gay bar on North Halsted Street in Chicago’s Boystown (Northalsted) LGBTQ district. The venue serves cocktails, beer, and spirits and hosts regular DJ nights, drag shows, and themed events throughout the week. The bar has a large open interior with modern lighting and a central bar area, drawing a busy crowd most evenings, particularly on weekends. Weekly specials and guest performers are common, including events such as Taco Tuesday. Located in the middle of Boystown’s main nightlife strip, Progress Bar is within walking distance of many other LGBTQ bars, clubs, and restaurants in Chicago’s Lakeview neighbourhood.

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Progress Bar

3359 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

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WhereIs.Gay rating

3.5

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cameron bruner
cameron bruner

8 months ago

Vacationed in Boystown & stumbled in. Music was 10/10+videos add to the scene. Drinks were killer. BF & I were having a great time before a belligerently drunk man began harassing us/threatening us. I don’t want a charge on vacation so I went to leave. Upon telling the bartender(Theo), he IMMEDIATELY swung around the bar & kicked the drunk man out. I didn’t know it, but he was watching out the whole time. We continued our night& had a blast :) Special thanks to Theo. Almost had our night ruined but instead got the best service in town. Will definitely be back to Progress🩷

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Ria Gates
Ria Gates

3 years ago

MUST! No cover charge like most bars do in Chicago . First time here and I love it. They play very good music r&b, rap, gossip, just a good mixture of music. The environment was nice and bright with great details. The drinks are very inexpensive I spent less then $30 and they are very good. I don’t remember the bartender name but he was African American tall he make very good drinks. He accommodate everyone very quick and efficient. They also have areas where you can sit if you find somewhere to sit. They have tables against the walls as well. Overall I recommend

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Iyonna Williams
Iyonna Williams

3 months ago

Be careful with order drinks and food my card was over charged. Didn’t notice till a couple days later and cash was given for a tip so I’m not sure why someone would charge extra.

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Tricia Pebbs
Tricia Pebbs

4 months ago

One of my all time favorites very safe environment strong drinks city view. The line to get in is always packed

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Felicia Hasal
Felicia Hasal

7 months ago

What a cute bar!!!! Definitely coming back!

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