Though we're not usually one to turn down a chance to show a little hometown pride, we must admit some of us were left scratching our heads at recent news that Roscoe's Tavern has been selected as a finalist in the Top Five Gay Bars in the World competition by TripOutGayTravel. The news prompted us here at Chicagoist to give a shout to some of our favorite homosexual drinking establishments. more ›

Usually when we're walking along the streets of Boystown, the area's history is all too frequently lost on our bar- or brunch-focused minds. But a brand-new walking tour highlighting the gayborhood, presented by improviser Margaret Hicks of Chicago Elevated, lends a deeper, historical perspective to the area known for its overwhelming gayness and well-endowed rainbow pylons. more ›

If you're looking for some breezy fun on a big-ass screen, you could do a lot worse than Kung Fu Panda, which opens tomorrow at Navy Pier's IMAX. more ›

Show of hands from those who didn't see this one coming: new Bronzeville hotspot Rosscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles, which has been getting atrocious reviews for its service and long wait lines from customers who might mistake them with the more famous Los Angeles eatery, just had a trademark infringement lawsuit filed against them Tuesday by the latter. more ›