The SoFo Tap
Bear bar · Chicago Andersonville
The SoFo Tap is a relaxed bear bar on the corner of Clark/Argyle in Andersonville. It is known for its large beer garden with its own outdoor bar.
- ★ 4.4 on Google (314)
- Beer garden
- Dogs welcome
- Address
- 4923 N Clark St
60640 Chicago - Opening hours
- Mon–Thu 5 pm–2 am
Fri 3 pm–2 am
Sat 12 pm–3 am
Sun 12 pm–2 am - Crowd
- Bears and cubs, mostly men, neighbourhood crowd
- Programme
- Bearaoke on Sundays, Nerd Bear Trivia on Wednesdays, Sunday Funday with hot dogs, bear parties
- Location
- Andersonville, Clark St south of Foster Ave
What makes The SoFo Tap special
The centrepiece is the back yard with an outdoor bar, where dogs are welcome too. Inside there is cold beer and daily specials. The programme revolves around the bear scene, and almost all events have no cover.
A good fit if you …
- are looking for the bear scene
- want to sit outside on warm days
- are out with your dog
Not ideal if you …
- are looking for a club crowd
Our tip:On Sunday afternoons there are free hot dogs at Sunday Funday.
Contact
Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Out x Out (events Oct 2026), GayOut (Chicago bars, Google 4.4 from 314 reviews). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.
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