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Roscoe's

Google (1887) 4.4
Tripadvisor (32) 3.3
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Many visitors praise Roscoe's for its friendly atmosphere, welcoming crowd, and fun entertainment like drag brunches and dueling pianos. However, a significant complaint is about rude or discriminatory service from some staff members, particularly towards visitors of color.

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Address
673 West Roscoe Street, Chicago
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Phone
(773) 281-3355
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Website
www.roscoes.com

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About this place Roscoe's

Roscoe's is one of the longest-running gay bars in Northalsted (Boystown), on the corner of Halsted and Roscoe streets. It has several rooms, including a front bar, a dancefloor at the back and a patio that is packed in summer. The crowd is mostly young and male. Drag shows and Drag Race viewing nights are regular events. It opens at 15:00 on weekdays and at noon at weekends, closing at 02:00, or 03:00 on Saturday. There is often a cover and a queue on Friday and Saturday nights. Most Boystown bars are within a block or two. Google reviewers rate it 4.4 from about 1,900 reviews.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 02:00
Monday 15:00-02:00
Tuesday 15:00-02:00
Wednesday 15:00-02:00
Thursday 15:00-02:00
Friday 15:00-02:00
Saturday 12:00-03:00
Sunday 12:00-02:00

Features

Gay Drag shows Live music Food served Dancing Area Outdoor Patio Party Club After hours (after 4am) Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Dance club Outdoor terrace

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4.4
★★★★★
1,887 reviews

Based on 1,887 Google reviews.

Diego Tequimila
Diego Tequimila Jun 2026
★★★★★

So cute! Crazy pack. I think my future husband served me but you never really know

Diego Tequimila
Diego Tequimila Jun 2026
★★★★★

So cute! Crazy pack. I think my future husband served me but you never really know

Diego Tequimila
Diego Tequimila Jun 2026
★★★★★

So cute! Crazy pack. I think my future husband served me but you never really know

Nael Ya
Nael Ya Jun 2026
★★★★★

Saw a trans couple getting misgendered and harassed while the workers did nothing, great drinks tho!

Alex Tran
Alex Tran Jun 2026
★★★★★

Solid chicken Caesar wrap. Great fries.

Merilan Reyes
Merilan Reyes Jun 2026
★★★★★

An vibrant and fun place to go!

Nael Ya
Nael Ya Jun 2026
★★★★★

Saw a trans couple getting misgendered and harassed while the workers did nothing, great drinks tho!

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Last updated on 5 November 2026

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