2Bears Tavern Uptown

Bear bar · Chicago Uptown

2Bears Tavern is a relaxed bear bar a few steps from Wilson station on the Red Line. It belongs to the 2Bears Tavern Group, which also runs Meeting House Tavern and Jackhammer.

• ★ 4.0 on Google (109)
• No cover

Address

1140 W Wilson Ave
60640 Chicago

Crowd

Bears, mostly men, neighbourhood crowd

Programme

Drag trivia, free karaoke, bear socials, games

Facilities

No cover, no dress code, dogs welcome

Location

Uptown, right by Wilson station (Red Line)

What makes 2Bears Tavern Uptown special

The bar opened in 2022 and is about strong drinks and low-threshold evenings. Instead of a club programme there is trivia, karaoke and bear scene meet-ups. Its location by the L makes it easy to reach.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Out x Out (listing 2026), GayOut (Chicago bars, Google 4.0 from 109 reviews). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.