I'm a Crossdresser and feel so safe here. I always wear my cute skirts and tops and feel so welcome.

I want to love this LGBTQ space because they're quickly vanishing, but this one could use a little help. The bartender was super friendly, but they had karaoke the night I was there and he sang about every third song. The interior needs some updating. The door for the cooler the bartender actually had to pick up and take off to get the corona out and then try to put it back on. I don't think they serve food, but they did have a crockpot with some cheese and chip. read more

A laid back and chill place to hang. The night we went was karaoke. Always entertaining good or bad. Friendly patrons. I will be back.

Nice quiet and quaint... Tony makes the best margaritas in any flavor... It was my first time there, I'm guessing that the "regulars" were seeing if I was an a**hole or not. Regardless I had a great time, good conversation and great margaritas... I shall return when during the summer read more

Krave - Spicy Watermelon Margarita - Gay Bars Near Me - Blue Island, Illinois

Very poor service. Barely even cool and flat tap beer. Music is way too loud and, usually not good.

This was my first gay bar experience. The bartenders were so nice and kind, one kept refilling my water without asking and the other made these DELICIOUS spicy watermelon shots. It was so nice to escape and just chill here for awhile. It's like a family here, and they're all so welcoming. Definitely coming back, this is definitely my new chill spot. The playlist was fire btw, so many throwbacks. read more

Fun local spot for some reasonably priced drinks with events most days such as drag shows, karaoke, and more. Definitely recommend!

Not a very welcoming environment for visitors. Bartenders tend to favor regular clients. Bartenders should not be allowed to take shots offered by customers. Be Leary of bathrooms as I was followed. You make call is all I can say. Be safe read more

I absolutely love this bar! I come here most often for Karaoke on Sundays. It's a great crowd. Super fun and friendly, and the bartender Randy is awesome! He does bingo earlier in the day on sundays which is a lot of fun and then Donnell is bar tending! Awesom guys both, and great service! Also Craig who runs Karaoke does a great job! Makes the whole experience a lot of fun! read more

I feel safe.... drink's are off the chain very cool mixture of people. much always hot... best shows on earth .... website keeps you up to date with events.... I've even had a birthday party there. read more

Love this place : ) This is my "Cheers"! Get to know the regulars for a truly fun experience. The patrons, owners, and staff are all very welcoming. This a neighborhood bar. Nothing flashy but it has a lot of heart. They do a little bit of everything... Drag shows, Bingo, dancers, and theme nights. This was the first gay bar I ever went to. Lots of history here, and lots of love. read more

I FIND this place a perfect chill spot with lots of great activities for me and my friends. The drinks are solid and the music sometimes is o.k. but I FIND myself genuinely liking this bar! read more

Krave - Fun times! - Gay Bars Near Me - Blue Island, Illinois

Good portions, tortilla soup is amazing, very clean and good staff. Owner was helpful as well.

I would give it five stars if only the place had more people when I've been here. It's a little crowded, sure, but never to the point where you feel that the place is raging. The staff are very friendly and helpful, giving you suggestions to get the most bang for your buck (get a bucket of beers, basically). The drag shows they put on are highly entertaining. The patrons are nice with an occasional man glaring at me because I'm not a gay guy, how dare I be at his bar. It's also the only gay bar in its area (to my knowledge). Parking is no problem either. Sometimes there's a cover. read more

The bar itself is nice! The staff very friendly(as all bartenders should be if they want to make any money). The crowd is very random somedays its packing other days its lonely. I must say just about the few times ive visited the bar its almost as if your walking into a high school lunch room where everyone has its little group. At times it can feel lonely if not a bit cold. I just wish there were a few more strangers to talk to. read more

Good music good drinks. Too bad it's so far away otherwise we'd go more often. Place could be bigger. The "dance floor" can fit maybe 10 people. Still prefer going to boystown even if it's one big clique. More people more fun. read more

Lively crowd with excellent service, people are friendly and affordable drink specials. You cant get better than $1 drinks every Thursday and kareoke Wed/Sun! read more

Only recently have I started coming to Krave. And the bartender Moises is always extremely friendly. Greeting my husband and I with our favorite drink, while always giving us life! Serving up comedic sass, mixed with never letting our drinks empty. It keeps us coming back again and again. Who says a local gay bar can't be as fun as going into the city? read more

Love everything on this bar, music, mood and the hospitality and costumer service, is the best.

Total rip off. Five buck for the single worse drag show I have ever seen. Watered down drinks and the "show" started late after long draw out pauses that went no where and let not forge the extremely rude door person and mysterious substance in the drink. There should be a warning before these (what can you possible call them) so we can avoid them. A good time was had by no one. A waste of money, time and space. This is the LAST drag show I'll be a victim of. I want to like this bar tonight makes it very difficult. A horrible time read more

Ok.....so I know I'm spoiled living in Chicago with a plethera of gay bars but some friends and I decided to check out this bar in the South burbs this past weekend. I have to say that it was fun but it was missing something. The stripper was HOT but there was only one all night. They were a little too quick to take our glasses (some still had drinks left in them) and it was really hard to get a drink! The bartender passed me up at least 4 times before I finally shouted I was ready for a drink. Usually a sign when someone stands at the bar, drinkless with a $20 in their hand. I would give it another shot, but I won't be back for a while. read more

I have been going to Club Krave for about 7 years regularly. Jason and the staff are very welcoming to all walks of life! The crowd is very diverse! I have never in all the years I have been there have ever seen anyone having " sex" or " smoking weed" or " doing lines" anywhere in the bar! If you want to have a good time and be welcome with open arms please come out to Krave! You will be treated like family from the moment you walk in the door! read more

The Place may be in the burbs- Blue Island yes, the wrong side of the tracks? NO. If you think this is in a bad neighborhood, please let me know so that I may take you on the real tour of the Chicagoland area. The staff is attentive, friendly and can be a riot and a half nowadays.- Monday nights are a great relaxing alternative to the rest of the week where everyone sits, talks and enjoys what is playing on the tvs- Weekends are always a good time and the bingo on Sundays hosted by two of the most hillarious drag queens i've ever seen is guaranteed a fun time to be had by all - check this place out you won't be disapointed! read more

Very friendly bartenders. Crowd is nice as well makes you feel very welcome and comfortable. Place is well kept and clean. Unlike a few places in Lakeview. Worth the trip if your looking for a nice spot to hang with friends or make new ones! read more

I've been going to this bar for ages it used to be the "Edge" but was bought and the name changed. To be honest its not the kind of place to go to when you want to seriously party. Its a neighbourhood bar where everyone knows each other. that's not to say its bad its just not for everyone, they do offer lovely drag shows featuring the house divas. The drinks are pretty reasonably priced and the bartenders are pretty nice. so if your looking for a place to unwind and have few drinks its a good place to go. read more

Great bar, great staff, clean bathrooms. Club Krave is one of the most welcoming bars I've ever been in. Welcoming to everyone from all walks of life. I am comfortable going there to participate in their events on my own. I find they are very inclusive. They have great karaoke nights where everyone has fun. Everyone just had fun and hangs out. Great way to spend an evening and you're guaranteed to crack up laughing at some point through the evening! read more

Great bar, fun atmosphere! People are very friendly! I came to this bar as a stranger and now consider everyone I have met as family! Club Krave is alway looking to provide the best for their customers. Tell them what you want to see and they will try their best to make it happen!! What bar can deliver on ideas that their customers have, and actually deliver on their promises?? Only Club Krave!! read more

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I mean the place was friendly enough. But don't go before 11 or 12 unless you want to talk to yourself and the bartender. Other reviewer was right about everyone knowing each other, and that's probably a good thing, although nobody under 40 seemed interested in meeting anyone else. But my big complaint was truth in advertising. The web site shows all kinds of hot young guys hanging out, and lots of pics from the monthly "lights out underwear party." By about 1am on a Saturday and the place had maybe a dozen guys under 30 and not even the bartenders stripped down. I hear it's a better crowd when strippers show up. Maybe next time..... read more

ALOT changed..well not the interior..but a $5 cover in a bar with 10 people is a little steep. Ordered a orange-vodka-seven....bartender comes back...ummmm..no orange.."ok-WHAT do you HAVE"?....goes..another bartender comes back..ummmm..."some raspberry?"..the 3 of us is like "oh my god..seriously'? okayyyyyyy...whatever...we plan on not coming back. Went down to John L's...clean and FULL BAR. Get it together. Completely changed my review from past. Dont know what happened here..but this bar is downhill all way. Do yourself a favor..just go to city. read more

I really like this bar--the appearance and the bartenders are great! However, my experience there on Friday, March 17, 2017, was very disappointing. Advance info said the show was going to start at 10:30, so my friends and I arrived at 10:00 to get a drink and be ready. Then the handout sitting on the bar said the show starts at 11:00. 11:00 came and went, then 11:30, and still nothing and no announcement. Finally the show started at 12:00 midnight, with a small apology from the producer/emcee: "Sorry to be 15 minutes late" (Actually, 1 or 1-1/2 hour late!). The show started with a few very weak acts before a good performer came on stage. (If you are going to grab your audience, at least start strong!) We didn't stay to see the rest of the show because we had to get up and work on Saturday morning. The show started way too late! The producer is to blame for the lateness, and the bar itself should insist that shows start at the announced times. (Also, the producer/emcee, though articulate, should not wear an outfit with the back out and huge fat rolls hanging down. Just saying!) read more

If you want to deal with attitude, go to the bars in Boystown. If you want to deal with cold clickish gays, go to suburban bars like this one. You know, the kind when you come in, everyone turns around and looks at you like 'who's that?', I've never seen him before'. Not a very comfortable feeling especially since the bar is so small. Very clickish indeed. If you go alone, you'll feel like a freak and don't hold your breath waiting for someone to come up and start a conversation. Very typical for the suburbs. Given the choice, I'd take the lesser of 2 evils. I'd rather go out of my way and drive 30 miles north to Boystown. There's attitude there, but you're not limited to just ONE bar, you can stroll to several. read more

This bar has a few people that work here that are genuine and nice. However, the bar is more about the show than the customer. Drinks are reasonable. read more

What a terrible place! Very small crowd - mostly friends of the owners. Poor bar service - need to fire and emergency flare to get an overpriced and lousy drink. What small crowd that is there is very cliqish with attitude. Bad music, too. What a poorly run dive. read more

Very cute & friendly bar in blue island. The staff and everyone is very warming. Prices are very fair and you won't blow your bank account. However, the drag show that I saw last night was horrible! I always love a good drag show, but was highly disappointed in the participants. Most of them hardly moved on stage and their lips singing so so far off I felt like I was watching an old Japanese movie! I still would very much recommend this club! I liked it and had a good time. If you're in the area please visit this bar read more

Bartender David was extremely rude. Took over 15 minutes to get a drink on a night when there was less than 10 people in the bar. The bar was also ill equipped; there were no garnishes or fruit for our drinks. read more