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The 5 Best Rooftop Bars in Chicago

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular rooftop bars in Chicago.

“Discover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest rooftop bars in Chicago.”

4.2 Score

85 E Wacker Dr 22nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

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Three chic levels of hotel rooftop drinking & dining with indoor/outdoor seats & sweeping views.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.2/5 rating on Google Maps (3697 reviews).”

4.2 Score

201 N State St 27th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

$$$

A summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.2/5 rating on Google Maps (2246 reviews).”

4.2 Score

1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Hip indoor/outdoor hotel lounge featuring craft cocktails, small plates & a deck with skyline views.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.2/5 rating on Google Maps (1561 reviews).”

4.5 Score

Riu Plaza Chicago, 150 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional rooftop bars experiences in Chicago.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.5/5 rating on Google Maps (303 reviews).”

4.1 Score

127 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

$$$

Posh rooftop restaurant & lounge in the Godfrey Hotel offering New American fare, booze & more.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.1/5 rating on Google Maps (1489 reviews).”