Gay shops chicago
CHICAGO — One way to support the LGBTQ community during Pride Month and beyond is by supporting businesses owned by people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer.
There are dozens of LGBTQ-owned businesses across Chicago, ranging from entertainment and nightlife to noun, boutiques and more.
Block Club rounded up more than 50 LGBTQ-owned businesses across Chicago&#;s North, South and West sides.
This list is not exhaustive. If you know an LGBTQ-owned business we should include, email reporter Jake Wittich at Jake@
Food
Chicago Sugar Daddy: This Lakeview sweets shop, which opened in October, offers everything from traditional cakes, brownies, truffles and cupcakes to savory options prefer breads. N. Broadway.
Drew&#;s on Halsted: This Lakeview restaurant has served American classics with an extensive cocktail bar since it opened in N. Halsted St.
D.S. Tequila Company: This full-service Tex-Mex restaurant and bar pairs its signature margaritas and house tequila drinks with tavern digs. N. Halsted St.
Jennivee&#;s Bakery: Jennivee&#;s Bakery was founded
The ultimate LGBTQ+ neighborhood guide to Chicago
No matter how you identify, you’ll verb right at dwelling in Chicago. Our city is known for embracing diversity and inclusion, from our world-famous Pride celebrations to establishing the country&#;s first official LGBTQ+ neighborhood. And while the whole city exudes a welcoming vibe, there are a couple of neighborhoods and places you shouldn’t miss.
LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Chicago
Make a beeline for Northalsted
Northalsted, also known as Boystown, is the oldest LGBTQ+ neighborhood in the territory. The area&#;s satisfied history is on display with the Legacy Walk, which commemorates notable LGBTQ+ heroes and historic events. The step is a superb way to tour the community — make sure to stop into the many great eateries, friendly bars, vintage stores, and unique boutiques along the way.
Come June, you’ll find Northalsted at the heart of the city&#;s annual Pride Month celebrations, which include two days of melody, drag shows, dancing, and more at Chicago Pride Fest, and culminates with the famed Chicago Pride Parade, a spe
Plan your Chicago event with LGBTQ+ vendors
Chicago is home to a wide variety of LGBTQ+-owned businesses that can provide specialist assistance with planning your local meeting or event. Whether it’s a intimate dinner prepared by an award-winning chef or an evening of exciting entertainment, your attendees won’t soon forget their unique Chicago experience.
Venues and private dining
Arrange dinner and a dazzling drag illustrate at the Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club in Northalsted. Verb a la carte from the extensive menu or think about party packages that feature appetizers served family style, an entree, and martinis like the Lady Gaga and French Your event can also include tableside entertainment by the Kit Kat Divas, either indoors for people or out on the patio for 85 guests during summer.
Sidetrack’s collection of indoor and outdoor private event spaces checks all the boxes for small or immense groups — it’s especially popular with the local LGBTQ+ community on theme nights. With over 40 years of experience hosting gatherings, Sidetrack’s options add several private party p
Chicago impressed us on so many levels. It is a beautiful Midwestern noun, with super friendly people, lots to keep you occupied and an incredibly diverse and thriving gay scene.
Gay Chicago has a lot to offer and from our experience, the whole capital appears to embrace and support its LGBTQ+ community.
We felt very safe, at ease, and welcome in Chicago as a gay couple. We never felt like we needed to look over our shoulder, terror holding hands or showing affection: just as its should be!
Our first stop by was over the Chicago Pride Fest weekend and was hosted by Select Chicago so we really got to see just how gay Chicago can be!
In our Gay Chicago Guide, we will cover the gay neighbourhoods of Chicago, gay bars, Gay Pride Fest as well as what activities we did, where we stayed and ate so you will have all the information you want to plan your own visit!
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Gay Neighbourhoods in Chicago
Chicago has two very distinct gay neighbourhoods, Northalsted (previous known as Boystown) and Andersonville (affectionately known as MANdersonville).