If you're hoping to get a table at this always-booked West Loop rooftop, stop what you're doing now and make a reservation. Chef CJ Jacobson delights diners with fresh Mediterranean-inspired bites such as smoky garlic hummus, pistachio-topped whipped feta and slow-braised leg of lamb wrapped in eggplant. Lead mixologist Liz Pearce keeps the good times flowing with rooftop-friendly cocktails like the Aloe? It's Me, with mezcal, aloe, green juice, lime and jalapeño.
After a long, grinding winter, it's time to embrace everything wonderful about summer in Chicago—and on a balmy summer evening, there are few better places to be than on a rooftop patio. When you're looking for something a little more filling than cocktails at rooftop bars in Chicago, turn your attention to the city's top rooftop restaurants, where dinner comes with a side of amazing skyline views. We've rounded up rooftop dining options to suit every mood, including tucked-away rooftop terraces, sunny outdoor brunch spots and bar bites from one of the best restaurants in Chicago. Gloomy weather in the forecast? Several of these spots offer indoor dining options or covered patios to keep you safe from the elements while you feast. Get ready for a sky-high meal at the best rooftop restaurants in Chicago.
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