Be sure to check out the “bonus” section for a few spots that are definitely worth the $10 cab ride.īerlin 954 West Belmont (773) 348-4975 One of the oldest gay clubs in the city, Berlin first opened its doors in 1983 and has developed one of the most loyal followings a club has ever seen in Chicago. If you’re looking for the best of the best gay bars, well, we did our “best” to choose five places that will appeal to a variety of different tastes and styles. Chicago has one of the largest gay populations in the country with a large selection of gay bars, boutiques, clubs, restaurants, publications and events.