Jennivee’s Bakery: Jennivee’s Bakery was founded by Jenni Vee, a baker who emigrated from the Philippines with the dream of opening her own pastry shop. Tequila Company: This full-service Tex-Mex bar-restaurant combines its signature margaritas and homemade tequila drinks with taverns. Broadway.ĭrew’s on Halsted: This lake-view dining spot has been serving American classics with a cocktail bar since it opened in 1996. If you know of an LGBTQ-owned business, we come with it, email journalist Jake Wittich at org.Ĭhicago Sugar Daddy: This Lakeview confectionery, which opened in October, offers everything from classic pastries, brownies, pastries and muffins to savory breads. There are dozens of LGBTQ properties throughout Chicago, ranging from entertainment and nightlife to food, grocery shopping, and more.īlock Club brought together more than 50 LGBTQ-owned businesses on the north, south and west sides of Chicago.