Scarlet
Gay dance bar · Chicago Northalsted (Boystown)
Scarlet is a dance bar for pop fans on Halsted Street, opened in 2007 in the former Gentry space. Five resident DJs play sing-along pop.
- ★ 4.3 on Google (618)
- Pop theme nights
- Address
- 3320 N Halsted St
60657 Chicago - Opening hours
- Thu and Fri 8 pm–2 am
Sat 8 pm–3 am
Sun 6 pm–2 am
Mon–Wed closed - Crowd
- Mixed, mostly men, many locals
- Programme
- Throwback Thursdays, monthly nights dedicated to pop stars such as Beyoncé or Taylor Swift
- Location
- Right on the Halsted strip, near Belmont
What makes Scarlet special
After a fire in 2009, Scarlet reopened with brick walls, a disco ball and a four-metre-long sofa. Around 150 people fit inside, so it gets tight on busy nights. Musically it is all about sing-along pop. If you want to talk, you are better off at one of the piano bars nearby.
A good fit if you …
- want to sing along loudly to pop
- like pop star theme nights
- are looking for a small, packed dance bar
Not ideal if you …
- want to have quiet conversations
- want to go out during the week (Mon–Wed)
Contact
Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Out x Out (listing 2026), GayOut (Chicago bars, Google 4.3 from 618 reviews). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.
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