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Roscoe's
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Roscoe's

Long-running Boystown LGBTQ bar known for drag shows and events

Chicago, USA
3.9
2,338 reviews

Neighbourhood

Chicago

Category

Bars

Vibe

Dance, Drag Show +3

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About Roscoe's

Roscoe’s Tavern is a long-running LGBTQ bar in Chicago’s Northalsted (Boystown) district, open since 1987. The venue hosts regular drag shows, RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing parties, DJ nights and themed events, and has several bar areas including a dance floor, patio and pool table. It is one of the best-known gay bars on North Halsted Street and remains a busy stop on Chicago’s LGBTQ nightlife scene.

What to expect

A big, sociable Northalsted institution with drag, DJs, viewing parties, food, a patio and a dance floor.

Vibes

Good to know

Practical tips before you visit

Popular drag shows and viewing parties can draw substantial crowds.
There are several distinct spaces, including a patio and dance area.
Check the official calendar if you want a particular performer or event.

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Location

Roscoe's

3356 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

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WhereIs.Gay rating

3.9

2,338 reviews

Overall rating across WhereIs.Gay, Google Maps and Yelp.

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    3.9
  • Google Maps
    4.4
  • Yelp
    3.3

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We just stopped in for a few drinks at the bar while the RPDR review was happening in the other room. If you aren't able to get tickets to the review they play the show live on all of the TVs in the bar area so you still get to enjoy the show. Drinks were really good and the bartender Kyle was friendly and made us feel welcomed. We really enjoyed our time there tonight. Next time we are in Chicago we'll be back!

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Heather B
Heather B

6 months ago

3 day weekend in Chicago & driving post Out of the Closet jaunt, seeing world famous Roscoe's, I screamed, had 2 go! Met 👍🏻 staff 2/20/26. Bartender Nick (?) & 20s blonde gal who multitasked & the clientele, all witty & warm! Stage was visible to most & 🎶 was 🔊📢, but that's what u want on a Fri night in Chicago! Thanks queens Kim Chi, Naomi Smalls & locals doing even more, even better performances.

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D Z
D Z

4 months ago

Excellent bingo night! The host was great and the audience was so much fun

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A C
A C

5 months ago

Stopped by for some mimosas, had some rainbow nachos.. The chips were good. Staff was friendly..highly priced for simple things... They do have a Saturday brunch show

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K A
K A

2 months ago

Great drinks, great atmosphere. However, straight girls, please leave us alone. You are not welcome here. There are hundreds & thousands of straight bars, I heard it sis, the straight guys are after you whatever.. It is really not our problem. This is our tiny little safe space; we are friends, but it is also appropriate to know that this is designated as an LGBTQ+ space. With all respect and love

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Chatham M.

Chatham M.

22 Aug 2026

I did not walk into Roscoe's expecting a religious experience via chicken quesadilla, but here we are. I've been coming here for years for the dance floor,...

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Jonathan W.

Jonathan W.

16 Aug 2026

Takes credit card. Sitting available in front and inside. Sunday's- $2 white claw cans and pints of Modelo which is dangerous. Monterey Burger $18-...

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Mark T.

Mark T.

12 Sept 2026

Oh god where do I start. Was here for food outdoors and 50 minutes to get are food and the worst part was 2 other couples showed up after us and got their...

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Listing details

Last updated
12 September 2026
Listed in
Chicago › United States
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