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Chicago: Patios / Rooftops
Rock Bottom Rooftop Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

1. Rock Bottom Rooftop Bar

Rock Bottom Brewery & Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Bar · Near North Side · 10 tips and reviews
Fountainhead Rooftop Garden is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

2. Fountainhead Rooftop Garden

1970 W Montrose Ave (N. Damen Ave.), Chicago, IL
Beer Garden · Ravenswood · 3 tips and reviews

Eryn G.Eryn G: Loved it, perfect spot for amazing weather. So glad we went.

Jack & Ginger's is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

3. Jack & Ginger's

7.2
2048 W Armitage Ave (btwn Damen Ave. & Hoyne Ave.), Chicago, IL
Bar · Bucktown · 53 tips and reviews

Kenny U.Kenny Ugel: Solid food and drink specials every day, and the patio is a great place to hang and listen to a good mix when the weather is nice out.

Federales is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

4. Federales

8.0
180 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Fulton Market · 43 tips and reviews

5. Kaiser Tiger

8.2
1415 W Randolph St (Ogden), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · West Town · 55 tips and reviews

Brian M.Brian McG: Great beer menu. Enjoy the outdoor seating and games like bocce ball and corn hole

ROOF on theWit is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

6. ROOF on theWit

7.7
201 N State St (at Lake St), Chicago, IL
Hotel Bar · The Loop · 131 tips and reviews

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: Roof at the Wit Hotel seats 150 in its open-air portion and 150 indoors, but even on chilly days, the place fills up quickly. Read more.

52Eighty is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

7. 52Eighty

7.4
166 E Superior St (in MileNorth Hotel (29th Fl)), Chicago, IL
Hotel Bar · Streeterville · 11 tips and reviews

Ira M.Ira McKenzie: City Views of Chicago are simply amazing...

Drumbar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

8. Drumbar

8.0
201 E Delaware Pl (at Mies van der Rohe Way), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Streeterville · 68 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Add this to the list of downtown rooftop spaces with a hip, modern terrace atop the Raffaello Hotel. The menu features a mix of seasonal cocktails along with a focus on bourbon and whiskey.

The J. Parker is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

9. The J. Parker

7.7
1816 N Clark St., 13 Th Floor, Chicago, IL
Roof Deck · Old Town Triangle · 73 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Enjoy the view from the rooftop patio or the glass-enclosed space in the winter, with comfy couches, high-top tables and bar seating, it's a big draw for Erin Hayes' destination-themed cocktails.

I|O Urban Roofscape is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

10. I|O Urban Roofscape

7.6
127 W Huron St, Chicago, IL
Lounge · River North · 39 tips and reviews

Christine B.Christine Buehler: Beautiful rooftop lounge, great place to come with a group of friends or a classy drink date

Twisted Spoke is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

11. Twisted Spoke

8.3
501 N Ogden Ave (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · West Town · 140 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Picnic tables and a great whiskey selection make this teeny rooftop, overlooking a fairly blah section of the city, a laid-back spot to catch some sun. Read more.

The Terrace at Trump is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

12. The Terrace at Trump

7.7
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Near North Side · 52 tips and reviews

JJ✈✈✈🇺🇸JJ✈✈✈🇺🇸: Fireworks in the summertime on Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 10 pm...Very nice view esp. from The Trump Tower Terrace!

The Dec is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

13. The Dec

160 E Pearson St (btwn N Michigan Ave & Miles van der Rohe Way), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Streeterville · 6 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: A 12th-floor perch is sleekly contemporary, offering glowing cube tables and a menu of burgers, sandwiches and light bites. Read more.

Joe's Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

14. Joe's Bar

7.2
940 W Weed St (btwn N Fremont St & N Sheffield Ave), Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · 60 tips and reviews
Homestead on the Roof is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

15. Homestead on the Roof

8.3
1924 W Chicago Ave (at Winchester), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · East Ukrainian Village · 26 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Besides boasting a rooftop that features tables made from reclaimed barn doors, the spot also has a menu with some pretty good eats. An all-Midwestern beer selection helps wash it all down. Read more.

Handlebar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

16. Handlebar

9.1
2311 W North Ave (btwn Oakley & Claremont), Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Wicker Park · 129 tips and reviews

Brad C.Brad Chmielewski: enjoy the Chicago summer by sitting in the back patio

Big Star is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

17. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The patio. The scene. The tacos. The micheladas. Mix and repeat.

Hopleaf Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

18. Hopleaf Bar

9.0
5148 N Clark St (at W Foster Ave), Chicago, IL
Beer Bar · Andersonville · 335 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. With 150 beers on tap, including Trappist ales and mead, try to order something other than a Stella Artois. Read more.

The Long Room is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

19. The Long Room

8.9
1612 W Irving Park Rd (btwn Ashland Ave. & Paulina St.), Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · South East Ravenswood · 43 tips and reviews

Chris S.Chris Steele: Get here early on a summer evening, colonize a big table on the back patio and hold court with several of your fellow beer lovers until the tamale man arrives with reinforcements.

Sidetrack is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

20. Sidetrack

9.0
3349 N Halsted St (btwn Roscoe & Buckingham), Chicago, IL
Gay Bar · Lake View East · 158 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: On warm summer nights, the two bars at this multi-tiered rooftop are bustling with Boystown boys. Read more.

Irazu is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

21. Irazu

9.0
1865 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Oakley Ave), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Bucktown · 106 tips and reviews

EdwinEdwin: The avena (oatmeal) shake is one of the best shakes in the city. BYOB joint. Cash money only. No plastic.

Gene's Rooftop is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

22. Gene's Rooftop

8.2
4750 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Beer Garden · Ravenswood · 19 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Lewis: Wonderful, cash-only beer garden above Gene's with an array of delicious sausages and beers.

Reggie's Trainwreck Rooftop Deck is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

23. Reggie's Trainwreck Rooftop Deck

8.2
2107 S State St, Chicago, IL
Beer Garden · South Loop · 24 tips and reviews

Matthew Powell Y.Matthew Powell Young: Coolest and most laid back rooftop bar in the city #SouthSide

Happy Village is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

24. Happy Village

1059 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL
Bar · East Ukrainian Village · 50 tips and reviews

Eric S.Eric Secviar: Great atmosphere, great hospitality. Ping-pong and a gorgeous patio. Sometimes the owner will play chess with you, too.

Waterfront Café is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

25. Waterfront Café

8.0
6219 N Sheridan Rd (at W Granville Ave), Chicago, IL
Café · Edgewater Beach · 37 tips and reviews

Katie P.Katie Pacyna: This place is 1)right on the lake, 2) sells BEER AND WINE, 3) and is affordable (like $7-8 per item). Worth a visit!

Cindy's is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

26. Cindy's

8.9
12 S Michigan Ave (btwn E Madison & E Monroe St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · The Loop · 146 tips and reviews

Raed M.Raed Mansour: One of the best views of Millennium Park. Great food and service. Really busy every day of the week, definitely need an RSVP.

Whiskey Business is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

27. Whiskey Business

7.0
1367 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, Chicago, IL
Bar · Wicker Park · 10 tips and reviews

Stephanie B.Stephanie Brieloff: The rooftop here is unmatched in Wicker Park! Large open rooftop with 2 huge TVs. Great for sporting event on a nice summer day!

Streeterville Social is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

28. Streeterville Social

6.5
455 N Park Dr, Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Streeterville · 7 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: This bistro-terrace combo sits on the third level of the Loews Hotel. The 9,000-square-foot space seats about 280 and offers a highly underrated view of the city. Read more.

Cerise is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

29. Cerise

7.7
203 N Wabash Ave Fl 26 (Lake), Chicago, IL
Lounge · The Loop · 17 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: Sitting on the 26th floor of the Virgin Hotel, Cerise is considered the “cherry on top” of the Loop hotel. It’s one of five dining and drinking options in the hotel, but definitely has the best view. Read more.

Bernie's Lunch & Supper is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

30. Bernie's Lunch & Supper

7.9
660 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · River North · 22 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This flavorful lunch spot offers an incredible midday menu, which includes filling options like a juicy steak salad and a delicious cheeseburger with optional "thieves-thick" bacon. Read more.

Plymouth Restaurant & Rooftop Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

31. Plymouth Restaurant & Rooftop Bar

6.4
327 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 58 tips and reviews

Ron W.Ron Willis: Nice week night rooftop happy hour. Good drink specials and a great burger

Best Intentions is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

32. Best Intentions

9.0
3281 W Armitage Ave (at Spaulding Ave.), Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · Logan Square · 45 tips and reviews
Celeste is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

33. Celeste

8.3
111 W Hubbard St (btwn Clark & La Salle), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · River North · 39 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: Nestled amongst the vines, diners can perch on Victorian wrought-iron furniture, admire antique bird cages and sip drinks like the "Midlife Crisis," a combo of Mezcal, coconut, and pineapple. Read more.

Gene’s Sausage Shop is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

34. Gene’s Sausage Shop

9.2
4750 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Lawrence Ave & Leland Ave), Chicago, IL
Butcher · Ravenswood · 71 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: This low-key rooftop is filled with picnic tables, giant umbrellas and the smell of sausages on the grill. They've got a half German, half American draft program, and a great food menu. Read more.

35. Fountainhead

1970 W Montrose Ave (at N Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Ravenswood · 100 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: Fountainhead boasts one of the chillest rooftops in town. It's sunny, it's got a small food menu, and there is literally no other rooftop bar in Chicago with a selection of drinks as good as this one. Read more.

Parson's Chicken & Fish is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

36. Parson's Chicken & Fish

9.1
2952 W Armitage Ave (btwn N Humboldt & N Richmond), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Logan Square · 184 tips and reviews
Parlor Pizza Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

37. Parlor Pizza Bar

8.3
1824 W Division St (at Honore St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Wicker Park · 21 tips and reviews
El Cid #2 is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

38. El Cid #2

8.4
2645 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Burrito Restaurant · Logan Square · 41 tips and reviews
Park & Field is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

39. Park & Field

7.9
3509 W Fullerton Ave (btwn N St Louis & Drake Ave), Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Logan Square · 18 tips and reviews
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

40. Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

1 W Grand Ave (at N State St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 221 tips and reviews
The Boiler Room is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

41. The Boiler Room

2210 N California Ave (btwn Lyndale St & Palmer St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Logan Square · 153 tips and reviews
Sheffield's Beer & Wine Garden is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

42. Sheffield's Beer & Wine Garden

8.8
3258 N Sheffield Ave (at W School St), Chicago, IL
Beer Garden · Lakeview · 108 tips and reviews
Parlor Pizza Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

43. Parlor Pizza Bar

8.5
108 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · West Town · 62 tips and reviews
Little Goat Diner is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

44. Little Goat Diner

820 W Randolph St (at Green St), Chicago, IL
Diner · Fulton Market · 472 tips and reviews
ESTATE Ultra Bar is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

45. ESTATE Ultra Bar

1177 N Elston Ave (at W Division St), Chicago, IL
Bar · 20 tips and reviews
Soho House is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

46. Soho House

9.3
113-125 N Green St (at W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Hotel · West Town · 39 tips and reviews
Up & Up is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

47. Up & Up

8.2
2018 W North Ave (North & Milwaukee), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Bucktown · 4 tips and reviews
Chop Shop is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

48. Chop Shop

8.6
2033 W North Ave (at N Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Butcher · Wicker Park · 60 tips and reviews
Bottom Lounge is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

49. Bottom Lounge

8.5
1375 W Lake St (btwn Loomis St & Ada St), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Fulton Market · 78 tips and reviews
90 Miles Cuban Cafe is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

50. 90 Miles Cuban Cafe

9.0
2540 W Armitage Ave (at Stave St), Chicago, IL
Cuban Restaurant · Logan Square · 173 tips and reviews
Smoke Daddy is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

51. Smoke Daddy

8.8
1804 W Division St (btwn Wood St & Honore St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Wicker Park · 147 tips and reviews
Raised Rooftop at Renaissance Hotel is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

52. Raised Rooftop at Renaissance Hotel

8.7
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
Roof Deck · The Loop · 22 tips and reviews
Tanta Chicago is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

53. Tanta Chicago

8.7
118 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Peruvian Restaurant · River North · 112 tips and reviews
Joy District is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

54. Joy District

7.1
112 W Hubbard St (btwn N LaSalle Dr & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · River North · 13 tips and reviews
ZED451 is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

55. ZED451

739 N Clark St (at Superior St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 107 tips and reviews
Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

56. Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant

8.6
3471 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Pub · Northwest Side · 44 tips and reviews
Paradise Park is one of Chicago: Patios / Rooftops.

57. Paradise Park

8.6
1913 W North Ave (N Wolcott Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Wicker Park · 12 tips and reviews