March 11, 2012 | Sex & Society

Can gay bars ban women?

Wang's, a gay bar in Chicago's Boystown neighborhood, is being investigated by the state's Department of Human Rights for allegedly banning female customers during its busiest hours.

The bar posts a drink menu that also states "Men Only After 11 p.m."

"Businesses within our neighborhood should be accommodating and respectful towards all patrons," Chicago Alderman Tom Tunney said.

"Anyone who believes they were denied or refused the full and equal enjoyment of the services of any bar or restaurant because of their sex or other protected category under the Act should contact the Illinois Department of Human Rights," explained Illinois Department of Human Rights spokesman Mike Claffey.

The owner would not comment on the allegation.