Andersonville · LGBTQIA+ Bear Bar · Dog Friendly
Andersonville's
Neighborhood Bear Bar
Your dog-friendly, community-driven LGBTQIA+ Bear Bar — South of Foster. Weekly bear parties, Bearaoke, trivia nights, and a spacious outdoor patio. No cover. No attitude. Always welcoming.
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More Than a Bar —
A Community
The SoFo Tap is Andersonville's dog-friendly, LGBTQIA+ Bear Bar — at the corner of Clark and Argyle, South of Foster. We're a neighborhood spot where everyone belongs: no dress code, no attitude, just good people and great drinks.
From weekly bear parties and Bearaoke to a spacious outdoor patio and daily drink specials — there's something on every night. A proud member of the 2Bears Tavern Group, Chicago's family of LGBTQIA+ establishments.
Bear Community
Andersonville's dedicated LGBTQIA+ bear bar.
Dog Friendly
Bring your pup — four-legged guests always welcome.
Outdoor Patio Bar
Spacious back patio with a full outdoor bar.
Free Darts Daily
Darts, TouchTunes jukebox & more — always free.
Weekly Programming
No cover · 21+ · Check the calendar for current schedules & times
Make Mondays Suck Less
The cure for the worst day of the week. Good drinks, good company, no Mondays about it.
Nerd Bear Trivia
Put your bear brain to the test. Prizes, puns, and plenty of nerd pride.
GRRR
The SoFo Tap's flagship bear party. Come growl, socialize, and own the room.
Doggy Days
Dog-friendly hangout at the bar and patio. Four-legged guests encouraged.
Sunday Funday
Start your Sunday right. Drinks, laughs, and all your favorite people.
Bearaoke
Grab the mic — bear karaoke where every performance gets a standing ovation.
All events are free to attend unless otherwise noted.
Full Event Calendar
Happy Hour
Specials
- $4 Signature Margaritas
- ½ Off All Draft Beers
- $3 House Shots & Free Hot Dogs (while supplies last)
Kick Back
Outside
Our spacious back patio and outdoor bar is the perfect warm-weather escape. Dog-friendly, fully stocked, and open-air — it's the backyard you always wanted, right in the heart of Andersonville.
Get DirectionsAndersonville's LGBTQIA+ Bear Bar — Chicago, IL
The SoFo Tap is Andersonville's premier LGBTQIA+ bear bar, located at 4923 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640 — South of Foster, at the corner of Clark and Argyle. Whether you're searching for a gay bear bar in Chicago, a dog-friendly LGBTQ+ bar in Andersonville, or the best weekly bear parties in the city — The SoFo Tap is your neighborhood home base.
Open daily with no cover charge and no dress code. Featuring weekly events including GRRR, DILF, KOK, Bear Trap, Doggy Days, Bearaoke, and Nerd Bear Trivia. Daily drink specials, rotating taps, a full spirits menu including WYNK and nitro cold brew, and a spacious seasonal outdoor patio and bar. A proud member of the 2Bears Tavern Group — Chicago's family of LGBTQIA+ establishments.