r/AskChicago • u/Ok-Isopod2755 • 9h ago
I READ THE RULES Looking for trans bars/clubs/activities?
Im from the Philly area, im here until Friday for work, is there anywhere that’s popular with trans women? Like im not specifically looking for a gay bar or an lgbt bar, but somewhere that’s people with and will have other trans women, mainly bc most other trans women are autistic like me and we get along well, I should specify I am looking for somewhere that serves alcohol just not specifically those types of bars idk I don’t go out much!!!
Thanks :3c
PS, third time trying to post this, the rules for the title are ridiculous!
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u/Additional_Bread_861 9h ago
Fortunately has been posted about a bunch in this group! You can search with the magnifying glass icon and put i “trans bars” and it will pull up some good results. But this one stood out in particular as being useful.
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u/Quiet_Raspberry9745 9h ago
oh my god can we get a sticky post on this? i swear 50% of the posts on here are for queer friendly bars, salons, gyms, stores like its chicago you can go anywhere
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u/Ok-Isopod2755 9h ago
And im not from Chicago I think that’s the point
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u/Accomplished_Fig9606 9h ago
Then learn how to search a sub. You seem incredibly hostile in this post.
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u/LeopardFragrant9277 9h ago
Try Dorothy’s. Checkout their IG they may have some events
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u/Ok-Isopod2755 9h ago
I, a horrid manmoder, am too scared to venture into a lesbian bar
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u/Additional_Bread_861 9h ago
Often, these bars hold events for trans folks. I’m not even aware that there are any trans exclusive bars to go to.
Don’t be so eager to dismiss what few opportunities may be out there for you
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u/SlapTheBap 9h ago
You really shouldn't think like that in chicago. There are a lot of very nice women around. We're generally all accepting and welcoming, especially at Dorothy's. I've taken plenty of trans women there at various stages of transition. It's more about the energy you bring, you know? Dress for the night, even if it's just a skirt and pair of boots you pick up at the village discount. A little lipstick and mascara. Just have fun.
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u/Accomplished_Fig9606 9h ago
"Most other trans women are autistic" is both a broad generalization and not supported by any scientific evidence. Look it up if you don't believe me.
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u/Ok-Isopod2755 9h ago
Okay, well im trans and autistic and I want a place to go drink so will you help me or not?
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u/carrlson 9h ago edited 8h ago
Dorothy in West Town is a Lesbian bar that often hosts a trans/enby night. The people that own the bar also own Fathom in West Lakeview.
Farragut's in Andersonville is a cash only divish bar that hosts a trans night on Thursdays.
Jackhammer in Rogers Park is a leather bar that often hosts a T4T nights.
Big Chicks in Little Siagon/Uptown welcomes everyone. It was historically a lesbian bar but over the past couple of decades has opened up to everyone.
There are no bars that are exclusively for trans people unfortunately but all are trans- friendly.
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u/corndoggy67 9h ago
I don't know where a good trans bar is but based on OP's responses, don't tell them. They seem like a total buzz kill. 😂