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The Closet Chicago

3325 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 477-8533
http://www.theclosetbar.com

Established in 1978 by two women, The Closet is a fun neighborhood bar. A mix of gay boys, straights and lesbians, this bar packs in the late night crowd. Open until 4am Sunday-Friday/5am on Saturdays. No cover.

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member revews of The Closet Chicago

Anonymous on 05/31/13
4.5 stars

Anonymous on 05/31/13
4.8 stars

Anonymous on 05/31/13
4.3 stars

Anonymous on 05/31/13
4.8 stars

Anonymous on 05/31/13
5.0 stars

Anonymous on 05/31/13
4.5 stars

athleticmatt on 06/09/09
1.8 stars

Suffocating. Too crowded.

Anonymous on 02/27/09
4.0 stars

I'm a guy, but this is one of my favorite bars. Pretty good music, but it's not loud at all so you can actually have a conversation. The bartenders are cute and friendly, and I've gotten free drinks from them a few times. It's also nice to play a cheap game of darts before it gets really crowded. more

DaugDawg on 02/06/09
3.5 stars

Those Lesbians know how to have a great time and pour one stiff drink!

Anonymous on 01/29/09
Are all the reviews I have been reading the same Closet that on my visits is far from friendly to guys and has some of the worst service unless you are a lesbian. Also one of the worst pours of Vodka for the amount they charge.

cgnews on 12/27/07
Go Closet!!!

cgnews on 12/27/07
I was a regular during the 70's. LOVED THE PLACE!! Does Rosie still own the place? Is ole Wally still around?? Who gets these reviews? Write me at: cgnews@hot.rr.com I would love to catch up on everyone. I'm in Texas!

ubberlipstick on 03/06/06
I love the staff! They are really nice and try hard to keep the Lesbian clientele happy. However, its obvious that its getting harder to do so. My main concern is that the last few times I was in Closet there were tons of straight couples and groups of straight girls. Why cant we have JUST ONE bar in Lakeview to go to??. more

Anonymous on 03/06/06
I am bi sexual and I have a boyfriend is it safe to bring him in without him getting mistreated?

Anonymous on 02/14/06
great bar. They now have a web site www.theclosetbar.com visit it for all events and specials

Anonymous on 12/19/05
This is the best bar to meet beautiful sexy women. It was my coming out bar and I still enjoy it 26 years later....Ciao gladis

Anonymous on 05/13/05
Love it! Karaoke on Thursday nights is awesome! You can also catch a ballgame while they play the videos. That's nice. Pretty blonde bartender during the days is always warm/ entertaining. I never feel alone when I'm at The Closet.

archigirl24 on 04/30/05
The review made on 4/25/05 was not for the girl on the right but for the girl on the left. Beautiful smile...:)

archigirl24 on 04/27/05
I love this bar! It is nice and cozy, just right. Love that girl on the 2nd and fourth pic (the one on the left) she is beautiful. Hope to see her there next time!

archigirl24 on 04/25/05
Actually my review is for the girl in the second and fourth pictures above (the one on the right)! She is soooo BEAUTIFUL. I have seen her at T's bar before. WOW. What a Gorgeous Woman.

vivemehoy on 03/23/05
This was my coming out bar, I loved it then and 23 years later is still one of my favorites....great job!

Diana on 01/01/05
its a very friendly place you can just go and sit and just feel so welcomed and comfortable u can just talk to any one and not be shy cause we're all friendly people i love that bar!!!!

SportserMaz on 10/30/04
It's a great place to meet people. It's a place you can go by yourself and not feel alone.

Anonymous on 09/07/04
Very tiny neighborhood bar, great afterspot once the 2am places close up. Its a good time, expect to see lots of mid 20-30 somethings.

sandra7791 on 08/27/04
Favorite local bar. Warning Friday and Saturday its 50% Male and 50% Female. Bartenders provide excellent service.

Anonymous on 06/25/04
Delicious large martinis for $9, and a great time guaranteed. I can't wait to spend the weekend at the Closet!

heyheyhey on 06/22/04
It gets a little too crowded for PRIDE, but what doesn't? I know where I want to be drinking my Bloody Mary's when the bars open Sat /Sun. The Closet makes some excellent Bloody Mary's.

Anonymous on 06/22/04
Fabulous place for cocktails, and some friendly chat during the day. Great music (small dance floor) at night. A Bloody Mary at noon on Saturday starts the day out right! Delicious! Bring CASH!

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