Name: Halsted's Bar and Grill
Address: 3441 North Halsted Street, Chicago

Halsted's Bar and Grill

Northalsted (Boystown)

Spacious, lively spot with great beer garden Halsteds' atmosphere attracts a mixed crowd for its great burgers, huge salads and extensive wine list.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.1 (100)

Hamburger Mary's Chicago

Andersonville

Great juicy burgers, margaritas, cruising fun The Chicago outlet of the chain features fun nights such as bombs away!, lipstick club and ham-bingo. The Mimosa Sunday brunch is popular.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.1 (656)

Las Mananitas

Northalsted (Boystown)

Margaritas to knock you on your ass While the food here is standard Mexican fare, the margaritas and subtly strong and tasty.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (782)

Angelina Ristorante

Northalsted (Boystown)

Great date restaurant on the edge of Boys town This intimate and cozy Italian restaurant serves delicious classic Italian recipes in a cozy atmosphere.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (958)

Jack's on Halsted

Northalsted (Boystown)

Great location and great food A Boys town favourite, Jack's is popular any-time of day but especially brunch. There are also wonderful food and drink specials.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.7 (2289)

Tweet

Uptown

Great hangover breakfast spot The sister restaurant of next door's Big Chicks Tavern, Tweet serves up healthy and hearty breakfasts to gay and straight couples, lesbian soccer teams and hungover…

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (287)

HB Home Bistro

Northalsted (Boystown)

Cozy cafe focusing on French and Dutch low-country cuisine Enjoy Chef Jon-Carl Lachman's Dutch- and French-inspired New American cuisine in this comfortable and intimate store-front space.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.2 (1553)

El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill

Northalsted (Boystown)

El Mariachi has the reputation for fine food and great drinks that appeals to the gay dinner set. We were excited, and mildly frightened, by their extensive menu of over 150 tequilas

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (578)

Pingpong

Northalsted (Boystown)

"Food, friends, fortune" Ping-pong is a pan-Asian restaurant that is incredibly hip with the Lake-view foodies, making it a seen-and-be-seen spot. It serves delectable seafood dishes and is BYOB.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.3 (584)

Andie's Restaurant

Andersonville

Inexpensive authentic Mediterranean fare This family-owned spot is lively, festive, and above all delicious.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (1184)

ZED451

River North

American Take on Brazilian Steakhouse Zed451 offers a large variety of salads, meats and sides available on demand in the style of a Brazilian Steakhouse. $44 set-rate for all you care to eat.

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3422 N Broadway

Northalsted (Boystown)

Low key sushi in the gay hood Kanok is a great spot to meet up with friends before a night out on the town. It's not far from Sidetrack, so carb up and then dance it off. Oh, and BYOB.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 5.0 (83)

Diva

Northalsted (Boystown)

Fun restaurant, decent food, open late This is the place the boys descend upon after a late night at the bars for after-hours munchies. Decent food, great scene.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (524)

Anteprima

Andersonville

Rustic Italian with seasonal ingredients Anteprima's romantic atmosphere is great for date nights or small groups of friends looking for fresh, seasonal rustic Italian and a hearty wine list.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (1865)

Big Jones

Andersonville

Coastal Southern cooking Openly gay chef Paul Fehribach brings a Southern touch to the Windy City.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (412)

Jin Ju

Andersonville

Up-scale modern Korean Sleek and stylish ambiance and flavor-packed contemporary Korean with potent So-ju and Sake-tines. The back lounge gets lively on the weekends.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.9 (1896)

Matilda's

Northalsted (Boystown)

Eat, drink, be original Matilda's is a delicious, affordable place to eat and drink. It boasts an impressive beer selection, great food specials and a cheeky atmosphere that locals love.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (364)

Sprout

Wicker Park

French-American prixe fixe Top Chef runner-up (the first Chicagoan to be on the show) and openly gay chef, Dale Levitski, makes his culinary comeback in this modern neighborhood restaurant.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.3 (137)

CRAM Fashion

Northalsted (Boystown)

European fashions for a gay night out Stock up on some slim fitting Euro-garb at this Lake view clothier. This location, just north of Boys town, is perfect for checking out the other customers.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (1591)

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club

Northalsted (Boystown)

Bawdy Supper Club Dinner and a Movie, why Bother! Hit the Kit Kat Club for Dinner that comes with a show by some of Chicago's finest Gender Illusionists!

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (3196)

Ann Sather Café

Northalsted (Boystown)

Amazing Swedish breakfast At Ann Sather's there is a bevy of amazing sweet and savory breakfast eats to be sampled, all served up in traditional Swedish style.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.2 (619)

Joy's Noodles & Rice

Northalsted (Boystown)

Focus on Food Great, Authentic noodles in a sparse but inviting setting

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (779)

Frontera Grille/Tompolobampo

River North

Celebrity chef Rick Bayless' brainchildren Whichever restaurant you choose, you can count on a few things: quality ingredients, impeccable execution, and great service.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (51)

Taverna 750

Northalsted (Boystown)

Tapas, Italian-style This Boystown newcomer is destined to become a culinary destination.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 3.8 (180)

Melrose Diner

Northalsted (Boystown)

Eat through a few too many Melrose Diner is a 24 hour establishment in Boys town, making for the perfect antidote for your late night ailments (ahem).

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (1680)

Bandera

River North

Casual sophistication Bandera is a chain restaurant that strives to match the ambiance of the surrounding neighbourhood. This Chicago restaurant hits its mark.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (1231)

Mellow Yellow Restaurant

Hyde Park

Casual spot featuring American fare, crêpes & a full bar in nostalgic '70s wood & brick digs.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.9 (61)

The Flower Flat Café

Northalsted (Boystown)

harming cafe inside a flower shop This quaint cafe offers homey breakfast/lunch dishes, and a unique atmosphere. Gives new meaning to "stop and smell the flowers."

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (1706)

Catch Thirty Five

River North

For seafood lovers The expansive menu at Catch 35 might make it a little hard to decide. Lobster, salmon, halibut...each is prepared well and served in a nice atmosphere.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (292)

La Gondola

Northalsted (Boystown)

This small, local chain with a family-friendly atmosphere serves pizza & traditional Italian fare.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.7 (20515)

Gino's East

River North

It's pizza time! Deep dish? Thin crust? Find what you're craving at Gino's.Long-running chain serving Chicago-style deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, plus Italian comfort fare.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (26653)

Giordano's Famous Chicago Style Pizza

Northalsted (Boystown)

Deep dish recipe passed down from their Piedmontese roots.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (1597)

RL

River North

Puttin Polo on a Plate Adjacent to the world's largest Polo Ralph Lauren store is Lauren's first restaurant venture.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (3918)

Harry Caray's Steakhouse

River North

Classic Chicago steakhouse Though you won't find much in terms of a gay contingency among fellow eaters, you will get a unique taste of Chicago in the heart of River North.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 3.9 (571)

Einstein Bagels

Northalsted (Boystown)

Bagels in Boys town The gayborhood location of this popular chain is known for its friendly atmosphere, good coffee and, of course, bagels.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.0 (911)

Las Fuentes Restaurant

Northalsted (Boystown)

Cosmopolitan tastes of Mexico Mexico City-inspired dishes and authentic decor offer Chicago visitors the taste of the Mexican capital.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.8 (105)

Hearty / Hearty Boys

Northalsted (Boystown)

Great seasonal fare Hearty offers seasonal menus based on market availability, so you know you're always getting the best ingredients. The location is also ideal, right in the centre of Boys-town.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.1 (880)

Atwood Café

The Loop

Upscale comfort food Near many theaters in the downtown area, Atwood is an ideal spot for dinner before or after a show. The menu is a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for here.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (3038)

Alinea

Wicker Park

American contemporary This upscale restaurant off the North/Clybourn L stop is a little pricey, but fortunately, the food doesn't disappoint.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.7 (8447)

Girl & The Goat

River North

World-class food, unique menu Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard's fab menu consists of 30 items: 10 vegetarian, 10 meat and 10 fish, as she likes to appeal to all tastes and gastronomical creeds.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (2363)

Rosebud on Rush

River North

Italian Dining Rosebud restaurants have a reputation in the Chicago area. This location on Rush is the epitome of the experience.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (13568)

Sushisamba Rio

River North

Inventive Big City eats With several locations in famous dining cities, of course Chicago needs a SushiSamba.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.1 (1311)

Kanela Breakfast Club

River North

Greek-inspired, eco-friendly breakfast & lunch in a stylish space with chandeliers & exposed brick.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.7 (1557)

Mon Ami Gabi

Northalsted (Boystown)

Classic French Bistro "Mon Ami" means "My Friend" in French and "Gabi" is for chef Gabino Sotelino. Mon Ami Gabi specializes in bistro faire including crepes and quiches.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (847)

312 Chicago

The Loop

Ideal Chicago Loop location Adjacent to Hotel Allegro, 312 features a vibrant atmosphere and authentic Italian cuisine form an Italian-born chef.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (1493)

Chicago q

River North

Modern BBQ Artisanal house-made rubs, southern quality service and a modern ambiance combine to offer you the greatest BBQ place in Chicago.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (2336)

Gene & Georgetti Steakhouse

River North

Beefy with a hint of history Located in the heart of River North, Gene & Georgetti is Chicago's oldest -- and one of its finest -- steakhouses.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.3 (45)

Salpicon

River North

Spice of Life Like it's name, Spanish for "pinch" or "splash" this Mexican promises a surprisingly intricate menu, updating authentic recipes with an upbeat flair.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 3.7 (26)

Trattoria Isabella

River North

Charming Italian trattoria The cozy and warm atmosphere makes a nice spot to share a romantic meal or a celebration amongst friends and family.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.1 (1864)

Aja

River North

Great seafood at the Dana Hotel This Dana Hotel restaurant lives up to the high standards of quality and style that the rest of the hotel and spa exemplifies.

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Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.0 (24)

Sushi Taiyo

River North

Magnificent Magnificent Mile sushi After a long day of shopping, Sushi Taiyo will sooth your spirit with its ethereal ambience and fresh catches.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.5 (448)

Wakamono

Northalsted (Boystown)

Elegance and Tradition This Boystown Sushi house has the look, taste and feel of old world Osaka.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.0 (205)

Pump Room

River North

A hotspot for celebrity sightings. The Pump Room restaurant offers reasonably priced, delicious favourites in a relaxed, comfortable, and exciting environment.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.3 (166)

Revival Social Club

Andersonville

Cozy American restaurant serving updated, creative takes on comfort-food classics plus cocktails.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.3 (1983)

Hot Woks Cool Sushi

The Loop

Affordable and authentic People come to this restaurant for the sushi and other classic Asian dishes, and the generous portions. It is especially popular after events at Millenium Park

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.4 (346)

Sable Kitchen & Bar

River North

Gastro-lounge in River North Old Hollywood meets Chicago's industrial charm, Sable offers great food and an excellent selection of wine.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026

Gay-Friendly Restaurants 4.6 (807)

Blackbird

River North

One of Chicago's finest Renowned executive Chef Paul Kahan brings a respect for local ingredients to create a cuisine that has been described by one critic as quietly revolutionary.

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LGBTQ+ Friendly Aug 2026