Names for gay bars
LGBTQ+ nightlife in Chicago: homosexual and lesbian bars, clubs, and more
Chicago’s nightlife is a lot like the city itself — inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all. It’s also a whole lot of amusement. Our gay and female homosexual bars have a small bit of something for everyone, with late-night lounges, dance clubs,burlesque and flamboyant shows, and long-standing neighborhood watering holes in almost every corner of the city. And each comes with their own distinct history and vibe.
Check out some of the leading gay bars and clubs to experience Chicago’s gay nightlife scene.
Jeffery Pub
One of the city’s oldest same-sex attracted bars, Jeffery Pub is a neighborhood institution. The South Shore staple is also one of Chicago’s first black-owned gay bars, making it all the more meaningful for the spot’s many regulars. Don’t miss the live fun, like karaoke nights, Silky Soul Sundays, and a lively dance floor featuring everything from pop to house music.
Big Chicks
This lively and colorful spot is part LGBTQ hangout, part art gallery. The walls are plastered with the owner’s personal collection of paintings and photos, including big names like Diane Arbus. But don’t believe for a second that makes the pla
How 'The Eagle' Became One of the Most Established Gay Bar Names
On a balmy Saturday night in October, a group of perspiring revelers were crowded into The Eagle NYC to watch the annual Mr. Eagle competition. The popular gay leather lock boasted a diverse organization of patrons: men of all ages, a couple of women, people of color, body types that spanned the gamut, guys in leather harnesses and some men simply wearing jeans and a T-shirt.
While The Eagle NYC is not a franchise, it is one of dozens of gay bars across the U.S. — and internationally — with the word “Eagle” in its name. It’s part of a tradition that goes back decades.
The History of ‘The Eagle’
In 1970, the first gay Eagle block was started after an old longshoreman’s pub in New York City, Eagle Open Kitchen, closed down. The pub had been in operation for almost 40 years, but after the 1969 Stonewall Riots, the new owners of the Manhattan space decided to change course. They painted the walls jet and converted the vintage pub into The Eagle’s Nest bar. The detect quickly became a widespread spot for traditionally masculine-presenting gay men and hosted meetings for biker groups and sports clubs.
Amid the homophobia th
Perfect Name For a Gay Bar.
bump21
When I lived in Abu Dhabi there was a candy shop whose owner had translated it’s name to English, using perhaps a less-than-accurate Dictionary.
I thought then (and now) “Butt Kind House” would be a good gay bar name.
And if you think I’m kidding: Butt Sweet Home | Photo
What were they originally trying for, I wonder?
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BwanaBob23
I’m sorry but the NYC club names Ramrod and Mineshaft will never be beat.
Ravenman24
No love for the Mail Sack or the Manhole?
Ashtura25
Even if someone managed to figure out this is “Utopia on Earth”, what makes that perfect for a queer bar? Do gays possess a lock on Utopias? I don’t get it.
Roderick_Femm26
“Planitia” means “plain”, not “Earth”. Mars also has Hellas Planitia, Arcadia Planitia, Elysium Planitia, etc.
But I consider I’m missing something – why is this a good name for a gay bar?
Even if someone managed to figure out this is “Utopia on Earth”, what makes that perfect for a homosexual bar? Do gays hold a lock on Utopias? I don’t get it.
Yes, OP, please come endorse and explain to this gay man why this is a g
Perfect Name For a Gay Bar.
There was a gay bar in my college town called Bullwinkle’s. I have no idea why it was called that. It played loud music, and had a DJ on the weekends (a loop on weekdays), except Tuesdays. Tuesdays were “special” nights that rotated through the month. One night was amateur band night for a while, one night was drag night, one late hours was amateur DJ night.
Anyway, it had a really good dance floor that dated to the disco era, when it was a general disco block, which is why it has a superior sound system. It also had pool tables an a pinball machine, and a few sit-down tables, but dancing was the “thing” there. It was so popular for dancing, and the DJ’s apparently so good (I’m not giant on dancing), that on Friday and Saturday overnight a lot of vertical couples would go there for the dance floor.
Bullwinkle’s had no food service. It had strong, costly drinks, a huge variety of beers, and lots of events. EVERYONE in town knew where and what Bullwinkle’s was. Average age of someone in Bullwinkle’s was about 26.
So, about four blocks away, a sedate gay lock opened. No music, unless someone played the vintage jukebox filled with 45s. It served so
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