Please enjoy these delicious Fall Specialty Cocktails now available at Sidetrack!

Bacardi Beach Party – 7
Bacardi Coconut Rum, pineapple juice, garnished with a cherry

Tito’s Mule – 8
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Barritt’s Ginger Beer, lime juice, and fresh lime (Diet Ginger Beer available)

Wicked – 8
Effen Black Cherry Vodka, Sprite, splash of Midori Melon Liqueur, with a cherry

Jäger Mule – 8
Jägermeister, Barritt’s ginger beer, lime garnish

Mt. Gay Rum Punch – 8
Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, Angostura bitters, garnished with a cherry

Strawberry Mist – 9
Grey Goose Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass Vodka, Sprite & club soda, splash of cranberry juice, lime garnish

Patrónaloma – 10
Patrón Silver Tequila, Sprite, White Grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice and an orange slice (salted rim upon request)

The Kitchen Sink – 10
Hendrick’s Gin, St. Germaine Elderflower Liqueur, Sprite, sour mix, and Barritt’s ginger beer

Grey Goose French Martini – 11
Grey Goose French Vodka, Chambord Raspberry Liqueur, pineapple juice, twist of lemon, served up (available on the rocks upon request)

Casamigos Margarita – 11
Casamigos Reposado Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, sour mix, lime juice, lime garnish, salted rim upon request 

Head Rush – 11
Crystal Head Premium Vodka, Red Bull Yellow Edition (Tropical), splash Domaine de Canton French Ginger Liqueur, splash of Barritt’s ginger beer, lemon garnish

Watermelon Sugar High – 12
Grey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur,
Red Bull Red Edition (Watermelon), with lemon

Unicorn Tears by Mad Tasty Non-alcoholic CBD Seltzer – 9
CBD seltzer with an exotic and mysterious blend of natural fruit flavors that is delightful on the nose and refreshing for the brain – served by the can.
20 MG broad-spectrum hemp extract containing less than 15 calories a can. Sourced from Oregon-farmed hemp, Unicorn Tears contains zero sugar or sweeteners and no complicated additives needed to mask the hemp flavor.

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at CIBC Theatre
November 2-7, 2021

$59 TICKETS! *
Use offer code MUSIC when ordering.

BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Featuring a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song, BEAUTIFUL has a book by and Tony® Award-nominee and Academy® Award-nominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni, choreography by Josh Prince, and took home two 2014 Tony® Awards and a 2015 Grammy® Award.

*Offer valid on November 2, 3(mat/eve), and 4 performances. Offer ends Thursday, November 4^th at 7:30PM. Valid on Front Orchestra, Dress Circle, and Mezzanine seating locations only. Subject to availability. Not valid with any other offers or previously purchased tickets. No exchanges or refunds. Normal ticketing fees apply. Other restrictions may apply.

Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/beautiful-chicago-tickets/artist/2055163?brand=bicartist

Rent at CIBC Theatre
October 5 – 10

$69 TICKETS!*  
Use offer code ANGEL when ordering

For a quarter of a century, Jonathan Larson’s RENT has inspired us to choose love over fear and to live without regret. This Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning phenomenon follows a year in the lives of a diverse group of artists and friends struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. It has become more than a musical – it’s a cultural touchstone, a rite of passage, and a source of joy and strength for millions. RENT has become a part of us forever. Whether you’ve never seen RENT or completely lost count, you can’t miss it this time around – the 25th Anniversary “Farewell Season of Love” is your FINAL CHANCE to experience this celebrated touring production.

Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/rent-chicago-tickets/artist/1158169?brand=bicartist

*Offer valid on October 5, 6, 7 and 10(eve) performances. Offer ends Sunday, October 10^th at 7:30PM. Valid on Orchestra, Dress Circle, and Front Mezzanine seating locations only. Subject to availability. Not valid with any other offers or previously purchased tickets. No exchanges or refunds. Normal ticketing fees apply. Other restrictions may apply.

“Take me to the moon!” Stories about returning to the gay bars! Recorded LIVE at Sidetrack!
OUTspoken is now a Podcast – ON THE MIC: OUTSPOKEN LGBTQ+ STORYTELLING at Sidetrack!  OUTspoken is Chicago’s monthly storytelling event celebrating uniquely personal stories from across the LGBTQ community. OUTspoken is held on the first Tuesday of each month at Sidetrack. Doors to Main, Cherry, North and Back Bars open at 6pm (arrive early for Main Bar seating) with Stories from 7pm. Sidetrack is open from 3pm-2am Tuesdays. No cover. 21+

Our eleventh Podcast features stories by Ada Cheng, Richard Rodriguez, and Maria Kostas.  OUTspoken is hosted by Kim L. Hunt & Art Johnston. Curated by Archy Jamjun. Artistic Creator: David Fink, Stage Manager: Brad Balof, Audio/Visual Tech: Bryan Smith. The podcast is hosted and produced by Devlyn Camp.

Check out the eleventh episode of ON THE MIC: OUTSPOKEN LGBTQ+ STORYTELLING at Sidetrack available on:

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Beginning Friday, August 20, the City of Chicago will require masks be worn indoors (when not actively drinking). The city has NOT added any other rules to the mask mandate. Customers have been asking if this means the Mayor is requiring us to return to seated table service/occupancy limits, and the answer is no.

This new rule is specific that everyone mask-up while inside and not actively drinking. Masks will be optional in our outside areas: the rooftop deck and the front patio.

As of Tuesday August 3, Sidetrack resumed requiring patrons show a valid photo ID and proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or tested negative within the last three days to enter. This policy will continue until further notice.

Proof of being fully vaccinated is a physical vaccination card or a picture on your phone of your vaccination card or other electronic proof.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we adapt to new rules and policies for public safety.

Beginning Tuesday August 3, we will return to requiring patrons entering Sidetrack to show their valid photo ID and proof that they’ve been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or tested negative within the last three days.  Proof of vaccination is a physical vaccination card or a picture on your phone of your vaccination card or other electronic proof. 

As information about the changing nature of the Covid-19 pandemic and the Delta variant continue to develop, it is widely agreed upon by scientists and researchers that “vaccines remain the one reliable shield against the virus, in whatever form it takes. The vaccines largely prevent infection, even with the Delta variant, and greatly reduce the chances of severe illness or death should infection occur.”  (NY Times July 31, 2021)

Sidetrack’s goal, as always, is to provide a welcoming and safe space for our clientele. Our staff has worked tirelessly over the last 18 months to adhere to Covid restrictions and protocols while welcoming people from around the world.   Some customers arrive at our front door and do not know the current Covid-related requirements.  So, if you’re reading this, tell a friend, share this post and help us get the word out there.  As always, we love for you to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as well as register for our weekly newsletter to stay up to speed on evolving Covid requirements and restrictions (www.sidetrackchicago.com) . 

Some people may not agree with this policy, but Sidetrack is doing what it can to help keep our customers and staff safe.  In response to that we say:

If you aren’t vaccinated yet—that is on you.  The science is overwhelmingly clear on the benefits that vaccines provide both to you and to those you come in contact with.   

Get vaccinated so you can get Sidetrack’d. 

Teatro ZinZanni Chicago Review of (Re-)Opening Night by Sidetrack’s General Manager

After 18 months of no indoor live entertainment, plays, concerts, comedy shows, or circuses, Teatro ZinZanni was the perfect way to re-introduce myself to all of these amazing forms of entertainment in one spellbinding show.  Entering the Speigeltent (“mirror tent” in Dutch), we were immediately transported to a timeless era of magical proportions.  The tent is full of mirrors which catch and play with the superb light cues incorporated into the show. The waitstaff efficiently and excitedly visited tables for drink orders and appetizers.  It quickly became clear that many of the staff working in the tent are much more involved in the show than their costuming would let on.  A man dressed as a chef did crowd work at the table encouraging us all to let go of all the troubles of the outside world.  We happily obliged.

And while I don’t want to describe any of the show in too much detail to ruin any of the magic, Teatro ZinZanni is an explosive celebration of joy for the senses.   When the show “starts”, it becomes clear that the traditional roles of circus clown, circus performer and emcee are blurred as the stars of the show thread loose narratives through the show while doing comedic sketches, acrobatic performances and singing at different points in the show.   Dinner is timed perfectly with the performances.  Service never feels rushed, nor labored between courses, except for maybe the finale of the show when we just didn’t want it to end. There are no lulls in the show.  At times you aren’t sure where to look as there are many things happening simultaneously.  My husband and I found ourselves chatting with couples from other tables with ease during the meal portions of the night. 

Chef Caesar (Frank Ferrante) is masterful in his crowd work, improvisation and comic timing.  You never see him thinking of the next funny thing to say, the comedy just flows.  He and the lead comic Joe De Paul continually drew full belly laughs from the audience.  The two vocal leads, Storm Marrero and Cunio simply blow the roof off the tent in all the best ways.  Both are captivating and insanely talented.  I would buy tickets to either of their concerts.  

The quality of acrobatic performers is amongst the best I’ve seen.  And as a circus performer in a previous life, I know the additional intensity up-close and personal performance can add to routines. 

This is the third time my husband and I have seen Teatro ZinZanni in Chicago.  At this point, I can assuredly say, there is not a bad seat in the house; but the additional ticket price to sit near the inner circle simply adds to the intimate magical nature of the show.  Each experience has been unique in its own way.  And while I refuse to say which was my favorite; I can say if you have seen the show before and liked it, you will continue to be impressed; I would not miss this cast of the show.  It also did not go unnoticed that this show is VERY queer-friendly.   From RuPaul and Lady Gaga in the preshow playlist to the costuming of Cunio (which is STUNNING) it is clear that the show understands how fun it is to be fabulous! 

After 18 months, it was great to escape into the Speigeltent and the magical world of Teatro ZinZanni.  The experience left me full—of food, of joy and of awe.    

TICKET INFORMATION
Individual tickets, which include a four-course meal, are on sale now and range in price from $119 – $189. Front Row VIP
tickets are available at a premium price. Limited à la carte “show-only” tickets will also be available for $69. Individual
tickets will be available by visiting zinzanni.com/Chicago or by calling (312) 488-0900. Tickets are available now for
groups of 10 or more by calling Broadway In Chicago Group Sales at (312) 977-1710 or emailing
GroupSales@BroadwayInChicago.com.