Welcome to Big Chicks
Big Chicks is a beloved gay bar in Chicago, known for its welcoming atmosphere and delicious drinks. The art on the walls adds to the charm, while the diverse crowd makes everyone feel at home. The food, including the famous red velvet cake and vegan nachos, is a standout feature. With friendly staff like Janada who go above and beyond, every visit is a memorable experience. The only downside is it's a cash-only establishment, but the overall vibe and quality of food and drinks make it a must-visit spot in the neighborhood.
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5024 N Sheridan Rd Chicago, IL 60640 Hotline: (773) 728-5511
Big Chicks is a beloved gay bar located in Chicago, known for its welcoming atmosphere and diverse crowd. The bar offers a range of amenities, including outdoor seating, a full bar, and a pool table for entertainment. With a reputation for serving fantastic drinks and delicious food, Big Chicks has become a staple in the community.
The reviews from customers rave about the unique art on the walls, the friendly staff, and the tasty food options. From chicken tenders to vegan nachos, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Big Chicks. The red velvet cake, in particular, receives high praise for its taste and presentation.
One standout feature of Big Chicks is its inclusive and welcoming environment. Customers appreciate the gender-neutral restrooms and the diverse crowd that frequents the bar. The bartenders, such as Janada, are known for their exceptional service and ability to craft delicious drinks.
Overall, Big Chicks stands out for its authentic and charming atmosphere, making it a must-visit for anyone looking for a fun and welcoming bar experience in Chicago.
How does one review a place so part of the DNA of gay culture of Chicago? I drank the big chicks cool-aid long ago, and by that I mean the vodka lemonades I had on summer Sundays after the beach when I moved here in 2003. I remember some slimy developer trying to shut them down and people came out of the freakin' woodwork to put a stop to that nonsense. The art on the walls is curious, inspired. The drinks are fantastic. I appreciate the selection of low/no alcohol fancy drinks for those like me who don't partake too much (but still want to feel fancy). The food is several notches better than bar food needs to be. And the cake! It looks fantastic and tastes better. Prices are more than reasonable (so don't forget to tip the servers ya'll!). The staff are friendly and warm. The crowd is more mixed than your typical gay bar, which is rather welcoming. So many newer places seem like they were formulated in a lab. They're sterile, boring, untrustworthy. This place is organic, real, and charming as hell. It's "lived in" in the best possible way.
A cute neighborhood bar open to all. A quiet place for drinks and conversation. Cash only establishment (there is an ATM inside). Drinks are good. Friendly barstaff.
Cute little bar in a quaint neighborhood. Cash only, but the bartenders are nice and the other patrons are too.
Food and desert were amazing! I had the chicken tenders and red velvet cake 10/10 would definitely do it again. Ambiance was a mostly all male and older crowd but they were cool people. Someone even bought me a drink! Only complaint is that there sadly were 0 big chicks in the room.
What a great place! The bartender, Janata, can make one Helluva drink and has a way of making you feel so appreciated. Good bar food that you can order at the window. The crowd is very diverse. The original art work is a complete trip! There are board games waiting to be played. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. The restrooms are nice and clean. I hope they bring back dancing soon!
This is the place my wife and I love to go meet a friend and have good food and drink. The crowd is always a pretty good one and the staff Janada and Brian(who looks so much like my old boss) are so friendly! They share stories, appreciate us, and are attentive! I always find they are happy to see us! Now the feel of the bar is exceptional it always feels like our neighborhood bar where we feel comfortable and relaxed! I normally have trouble around a lot of people and get overwhelmed by the sounds but not here!
Every time I visit Big Chicks, I get nervous. What if it's not as good as I remember? What if I'm just romanticizing my past? But Big Chicks never disappoints. It's always just as good, if not better, than I remember. My wife and I visited in November and had a fantastic time. Janada was our bartender and she took great care of us. When it wasn't too busy, we had some great conversations as well as delicious drinks! The potato skins were also the perfect bar food--they really hit the spot. We also were eying the red velvet cake behind the bar all night and Janada convinced us to take a giant slice to go. Never would have had high expectations for cake from a bar... but the cake was fresh and delicious and I don't know if I'll be able to resist it next time! Overall this visit just made me love Big Chicks even more and I can't wait to be back!
Amazing service. Amazing food. World class bloody Mary's. The neighborhood needs more places like this and I will continue to order from here. The only thing that sucks is that it's cash only. C'mon...
Great place with an amazing staff! They have the best vegan nachos I've ever eaten! The tater tots are a must. They make one of the best espresso martinis!
I'm not sure how I feel about this place. It's close by to my new place so I can easily walk here, but I feel like the server who I've had multiple times is not the most friendliest. His energy is just very whatever. I do like the atmosphere in this place and it gives an older classic bar vibe, even as an LGBTQ+ friendly space. I guess I just need to go on a different night when I'm not served by that guy. They do have patio seating though, just as an fyi!