One of the most attractive qualities of social life in Chicago during the summer is the rooftop lounge. After a ferocious winter, Chicagoans are looking for every opportunity to be outside. I consider the following to be the best rooftop lounges in Chicago (What is your favorite rooftop lounge in Chicago?);
- Castaways at North Avenue Beach: this is a great spot right on Michigan Lake. This is the perfect spot of you are looking to cut off from work and hit the beach. Castaways offers music/karaoke at night to feed the happy-go-lucky vibe. GO TO SITE
- Nomi (Michigan and Chicago): next to Ralph Lauren’s restaurant, this is a great spot for those who wish to be seen by the socialites of Chicago. It’s Asian décor and cool drinks make this a great spot for a first date, or to take a relationship to the next level. Be prepared to spend some $ though, this place is not cheap. GO TO SITE
- Rock Bottom (Grand and State): this is a great spot, but watch out for the construction! Rock Bottom is a happy hour hot spot in Chicago. Dawned as a beer garden, this brewery’s rooftop reminds of why you live downtown. GO TO SITE
- ZED 451 (Clark and Superior): this new River North spot did it right when planning their rooftop lounge. While you are there, you may just think you are in Aspen at an Après Ski joint, but once you look up you will know you are in the heart of Chicago. SEE COMPLETE REVIEW
- SushiSamba Rio (Wells and Grand): this has always been a hot spot in Chicago. The rooftop is sometimes called the, “Celebrity Rooftop,” as its chic décor attracts the Chicago’s famous. GO TO SITE
- Citizen Bar (Erie and Orleans): great Friday night happy hour spot. I happened to check out Citizen Bar this past Friday and the place was hopping with Chicago's finest. If you are looking for the perfect happy hour rooftop top in Chicago to start the weekend right, Citizen Bar is your stop, crawling with good-looking 30-somethings looking to unwind after the work week. GO TO SITE






Mark, I have been to three of your reviewed lounges (Citizen, Zed, and Rock Bottom) and I have to say that your review is spot on. It is a good thing that Chicago is so awesome in the summer now I can check out the rest of you list.
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