About
Neighborhood gay bar with games & theme nights in laid-back surrounds with a patio.
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What People Say
“The SoFo Tap is a well-loved neighborhood gay bar known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, particularly praised for the bartenders' excellent service. While many patrons enjoy the vibrant community vibe and themed nights, some have noted issues with drink quality and pricing, with a few expressing dissatisfaction over flat soda and high beer prices. Overall, it offers a solid experience for those looking to connect in a laid-back setting.”
Location
Hours
Monday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AMToday
Events at The SoFo Tap
43 in the past 90 days
Past events (last 90 days)
April 2026
May 2026
May
3
DILF Leather Night
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
3
First Saturday DILF Party
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
3
BEARAOKE
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
6
Nerd Bear Trivia
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
8
GR
GRRR - Chicago's Original Bear Night!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
8
FR
Fresh Faces
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
9
DOGGY DAY
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
10
SU
SUNDAY FUNDAY - FREE HOT DOGS
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
May
10
BE
BEARAOKE
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
13
NE
NERD BEAR TRIVIA
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
May
15
Bear Happy Hour
05:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
15
TH
Third Thursday Off Leash Night
07:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
15
GR
GRRR - Chicago's Original Bear Night!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
16
DO
DOGGY DAY
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
May
16
Lumbersexual: Shredder
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
17
SU
Sunday Funday on The Rooftop
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
17
SU
SUNDAY FUNDAY - FREE HOT DOGS
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
May
17
BE
BEARAOKE
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
18
MA
Make Mondays Suck Less
05:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
May
20
NE
Nerd Bear Trivia
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
May
22
GRRR IML - LEATHER BEAR!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
22
GR
GRRR IML - LEATHER BEAR!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
May
23
DO
DOGGY DAY
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
July 2026
Jul
5
BE
BEARAOKE
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
6
MAKE MONDAYS SUCK LESS
05:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
8
NE
Nerd Bear Trivia
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
8
NE
NERD BEAR TRIVIA
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
10
GR
GRRR - Chicago's Original Bear Night!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
10
GR
GRRR - CHICAGO'S ORIGINAL BEAR NIGHT!
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
11
Doggy Days
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
11
DO
DOGGY DAYS
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
12
Sunday After Dark
10:00 PMHydrate Nightclub
Party
Jul
13
MAKE MONDAYS SUCK LESS
05:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
Jul
15
NE
NERD BEAR TRIVIA
08:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Event
Jul
16
SoFo Tap's 15th Anniversary Kick-Off Party
05:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
17
GRRR: SoFo Tap's 15th Anniversary Bear Night
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
17
The SOFO Tap 15 Years Celebration
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
Jul
18
Doggy Days: SoFo Tap's 15th Anniversary Edition
12:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Community
Jul
19
Bearaoke: SoFo Tap's 15th Anniversary Edition
09:00 PMThe Sofo Tap
Party
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