We were there for the last portion of Friday Happy Hour and it was very lively! Despite the crowd…read moreand DJ, we were still able to talk and enjoyed the atmosphere. Renee offer excellent service throughout our visit and we enjoyed every one of our drinks and plates. Will certainly recommend and plan to visit again!

My SISTER wants tickets to the Micheal Chicago Bulls watch party which was taking place here at the…read moreroof of the witch hotel. Eres such a Beautiful, Space Location, right across the street from the Chicago theater. Since it was sponsored by Micheal Otra, we got many drinks for free, and the food was free, which was absolutely divine. We got merchandise for free. There's lots of contacts which I want one T-shirt.. The view up and the rooftop is stunning. The Services bond, Amazing

It's in a lovely location, with water views on either side of the indoor rectangular dining hall…read more They don't serve the outdoor area during the off season, which ends at the end of April. Plastic is used, totally understand. But my wine glass is really old, with two streaks running in different places, one of which looks dirty. So I went in and asked, "Can I at least get a newer glass?" I didn't mean the soda-qline glass, but she quickly poured my wine into a real glass, which is a Rona. Oh well, my Chinglish at work again.

Really not a fan. Have been here before and wasn't thrilled with either the food or service, but…read morenow I actively hate this place. I received a "Save The Date" for Sunday, 8/16/26 saying they'd be open to the public for the Air and Water Show and taking reservations beginning 30 days before the date. I had been here once before in 2019 for an "Air and Water Show viewing party" that was a ticketed event open to the public, but every year since then they have been booked for private events that whole weekend. So I was really excited that they had tables open to the public for Sunday on that weekend and I made a reservation. I just got an email that they cancelled my reservation because NOW there's a private party there on Sunday the 16th. I get that they need to chase the money, but there is always a way to do that without going back on your OWN WORD and dicking over your customers. Now I have to scramble for a Plan B just two weeks out from the show. Really not cool. Edited to add: I did a little digging and it's not that some PE firm with deep pockets came in last minute and booked the whole place. Offshore themselves got greedy and suddenly decided to turn this into their own ticketed event on Sunday, 8/16, rather than just letting people reserve tables. https://gce.ticketsauce.com/e/flight-deck-at-offshore?utm_source=affiliate&utm_name=Offshore-Website&utm_campaign=Offshore-Website&utm_id=6a68fd11b9c048d0b99b0a810a1e639e It's $19 per ticket for "standing room" now. Why not just host a ticketed watch party on that day to begin with? Does their management not know what they're doing? Sure seems like it! And could they not at least let the customers whose reservations they cancelled know that it is now a ticketed event to which they are able to buy tickets? With perhaps some small compensation of some sort for the inconvenience? Of course not! Because that would be hospitality industry professionalism!

Z Bar is the lounge at the Peninsula. There's a terrace if the weather is nice or huge windows if…read moreit's not. Getting there was a bit complicated - you take elevators up/down depending on where you come in. I chose to sit at the bar, but there are nice loungy spots too. Expect well curated and well crafted cocktails, along with a nice menu of snacks. I Enjoyed some very nice champagne (Perrier Jouet) and mini samosas. The samosas were really nice and an absolutely huge portion. Yeah, it's expensive but it's the Peninsula and you're worth it.

Elevated cozy bar/lounge experience within the city. Seats may be limited but if you can grab one,…read moreit's worth the wait. Great drinks, good service definitely worth coming back for a nightcap. -Mr.

Everything was pretty great! Our first visit here for our Anniversary date:) We were fortunate to…read moreget an early seating. We were about an hour early. The weather was in our favor with sunshine and not too hot. This place does well with umbrellas and translucent awnings. There's are also several areas for a more curated experience in the future. Inside, inside bar area, outdoor bar area, rooftop booths, high chairs... it's great! The Grilled Octopus with Sweet Habanero Aioli was the star of the show! There are two legs served which was icing on the cake! We have never eaten grilled octopus better than this! The charcuterie board had a nice presentation. And it's pretty big. I'm glad we held off on the Tuna Tartar. Our server, (Myranda I think) was extraordinary! She was attentive and even brought a candle to ward off the little fly! It was nice when she took off her sunglasses. We got to see her friendly eyes which made the experience a little more down to earth and human. The only downside was the one bouncer guy that was not very friendly when we accidentally walked the wrong way to take selfies at another part of the rooftop. And he kept sucking on this blue plastic thing the entire time which kinda brings down the classy cool vibe. It's all about the customer experience that shapes the brand right? Nevertheless, this place is a great option. I love that it's a little further North of the River North area which can be congested. It was easy finding street parking! I was also impressed with the music and sound level. Because there are tons of speakers above, there's no reason the blast the volume to enjoy the music. I was able to hear my conversation without competing with the environment. Can't wait for our next date:)

The perfect way to start our girls' trip…read more We headed to IO Godfrey for happy hour on our first night, and it was the perfect introduction to the city. The rooftop views were stunning, the cocktails were delicious, and the atmosphere was fun and energetic without feeling overcrowded. We spent the evening enjoying drinks, sharing appetizers, and soaking in the Chicago skyline.

I loved my date night here! Gorgeous rooftop views! I'm so happy I had a reservation. They keep…read morethe reserved table area blocked off to give people privacy, which is nice. I definitely recommend a reservation or else you'll most likely be standing and it gets crowded. Excellent cocktails. I loved the Purple Rain Sangria and espresso martini. My boyfriend loved his old fashioned. Delicious desserts! I loved the Mississippi Mud Pie, which is a vegan chocolate mousse and cake dessert with fresh raspberries. Every bite was perfection. My boyfriend really enjoyed his strawberry shortcake cheesecake too. Fantastic and attentive service. Plates are cleared promptly, waters refilled, and plenty of check ins. There is a 90 minute time limit for reservations. There was a paper on our table letting us know when time would be up. With a reservation, each person must order a beverage and food item. Really lovely ambiance. Great tunes playing and it was wonderful to enjoy a night outside and take in the city lights and all the beauty.

Disappointing Service, Aggressive Management, and Double Standards at LH Rooftop…read more We hosted a celebration at the LH Rooftop VIP Lounge on August 3rd, and unfortunately, what should have been a high-end experience turned into a deeply frustrating one. We spent over $3,000 on our reservation alone and were hotel guests staying on-site, yet we were left disappointed. We had a minor setback with the food coming out later than expected, which left us with a lot of food to eat at the very end. However, the real issues were the service and management. Early on, our server Ellie made an uncomfortable comment implying we hadn't paid for our event in full weeks prior. We had paid in full, and while we were over by $137 due to a few extra shots, we were well aware of it and settled it immediately. Later, I purchased two additional bottles of champagne on my personal tab for over $450. Despite full gratuity being automatically included, the bottles were simply dropped off on our table with zero flutes. I had to explicitly request flutes just to drink the champagne I had just bought. The biggest issue was the manager, Chase. Around 10:30 PM--30 minutes before the rooftop closed at 11:00 PM--my brother was preparing to order a bottle of Patrón so we could enjoy our remaining time. Instead of welcoming the business, Chase came over and abruptly told us we needed to "wrap it up," claiming our section ended at 9:30 PM and that he had already given us a "free hour." When I pointed out that we were currently drinking $450+ in newly purchased champagne and actively trying to order more, Chase became hostile, dismissive, and facetious. He claimed he didn't know how much a bottle of Patrón cost, but insisted that staying in the section required $500 every 30 minutes. I was shocked because it's just for the last 20 minutes of the night before closing and no one else could get in the section once we left because they were closing. When I explained that we were hotel guests, had spent thousands of dollars, and were trying to continue spending, he completely brushed us off. His attitude was extremely off-putting I literally had to tell him to check his heart because of how cold and confrontational he was being. Bottom Line: We were the only prominently Black group on the rooftop, and the aggressive pressure put on us during the final 20 minutes while trying to spend more money felt targeted. It was hard not to feel like a white group in the same position, spending thousands of dollars, would have been treated with far more respect and flexibility. LH Rooftop completely ruined what was supposed to be a celebratory night. I will not be returning and cannot recommend this place for private events or VIP lounge bookings.

I obviously had to have a chicago dog on my quick weekend trip and stumbled upon Brewhouse during…read moremy walk down the river. The line moved quick, the staff were kind, and the dog was ready much quicker than they had anticipated. We sat outside on their picnic tables on a sunny Friday afternoon with the world cup on the big screen - cant complain! I've never tried a Chicago dog before but it was good! My friend and I shared half and it was yummy and satisfying. They had a decent size menu and everything they walked past with as they deliver to the outside seating all looks amazing and could've happily ordered much more!

We couldn't leave Chicago without trying a Chicago-style hot dog, so we stopped by Chicago…read moreBrewhouse and wow. Not only was the hot dog and chips absolutely fire, but the location is hard to beat. We grabbed seats right along the river and spent lunch watching the boats cruise by while taking in the city views. Such a fun Chicago experience. Great food, great views, and the perfect spot to soak up the city. Definitely adding this one to my Chicago favorites and will be back next time I'm in town!

My sons and I wanted to get something that was close to our hotel and good. Hothouse was on the…read morehotel so we couldn't have found anything closer but the question remains... was it good? The resounding answer is YES! My oldest son opted for finger foods so he got the pretzel bites and fries. He was delightfully surprised. It was just enough food where he was not stuffed and highly satisfied! My youngest son chose to go with the turkey BLT. He also added the side Caesar salad because he was calling himself trying to be healthy. He loved the bread choice for the BLT and also adored the turkey. The side Caesar salad was enough to feed two people. I know this because he had to share half of it with me. I opted for the burger and believe me when I say that this is one of the best burgers that I have ever eaten. I'm not a huge fan of cheddar on a burger but this one had me second guessing that notion. The bacon was to die for and the burger was cooked to my exact temperature. The food was served extremely fast. High quality food served fast is a formula for success! They also had multiple TVs and a bar. I did not get the old fashioned which Jose (our waiter) said was one of the best ones downtown. This was a win for all of us!

It was late. I was desperate for something that was quick and simple for my fiancé who hadn't eaten…read moreall day. I did quick google search for places that were still open at this time and relatively close by to me (10:00pm on Saturday), coming from the Sheraton Grand down the street. Walked in, greeted promptly by the bartender. Offered me water while I waited and was super nice. I ordered the chicken tenders and fries and they came out fresh and delicious for my order to go. Fiancé was happy, I was happy that he was happy and fed. No complaints. Inside was a little lounge area and a full bar with a few tables surrounding.

We came here for breakfast at about 9am on a weekday. Service was good, we were seated right away…read more Although they brought the wrong meal for one of us, they kept our coffee cups full and checked on us often. This restaurant is in the Arlo hotel, the decor is cool, books in monochromatic colors, etc. We had drinks in the bar the night before. It was quiet, and the drinks were well made. The avocado toast was so-so, and it was extra to add eggs. We didn't get a chance to try the dinners. I think if you stay here it is worth trying, as it is very convenient. .

Yesterday, we visited About Last Knife (ALK) at the Arlo Hotel for their "Lucky Hour." They have a…read morefun special called the "Chicago Happy Meal"--an Old Fashioned, fries, and fortune cookies--for just $15. Since none of the other Lucky Hour cocktails are whiskey or bourbon-based, I opted for the Happy Meal so I could enjoy a classic Old Fashioned. Cocktail: Bold, boozy, and perfectly balanced. I didn't catch the bourbon brand, but the drink was strong, flavorful, and expertly made. Fries: Think elevated McDonald's fries--crispy, piping hot, perfectly salted, and delicious even after they cooled a bit. You can enjoy them with or without ketchup, and either way, they hit the spot. Fortune Cookies: Arlo writes the fortunes themselves, which is a fun and unique twist. A few of us got duplicate fortunes, which was a bit less special, but the idea was still super cute. Service: Our server was friendly, attentive, and checked in throughout the evening. Ambiance: The space was quaint, quiet, and charming. We were seated immediately since it wasn't crowded. I also loved seeing the open kitchen and noticing a Black female cook at work--it was a beautiful and inspiring touch. Overall, ALK's Lucky Hour is a fun experience. Highly recommend the Chicago Happy Meal if you love a good Old Fashioned with some playful, elevated snacks! #ImNotAFoodie #ImJustAGirlWhoLovesFood #YelpEliteSquad