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    Jennifer D.

    Visited this rooftop cocktail bar at the Viceroy Chicago recently. Unfortunately, it was pouring that evening, but we still enjoyed the beautiful nighttime city views through the rain. I was interested in the Southeast Asian inspired menu. I ordered the Red Panda and thought it was just okay for the price point. I was hoping for bolder flavors and a more unique approach. I also tried my friend's Pandan cocktail, which was similarly just alright. We shared the lobster dumplings as well, but they didn't have much depth of flavor. The coconut curry component sounded great in concept, though it didn't quite come through as expected. Overall, the ambience was definitely the highlight of the experience and makes for a nice night out, but the prices felt steep for what you get.

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    Myra Y.

    I recently came to Pandan for a group meetup. Initially we had seating outside, but it started to drizzle and they graciously moved us inside. We had a large group of 12 and they did well with our orders. While we had a great time, I would recommend Pandan in the future for smaller more intimate groups. The music was a bit loud and it was hard to hear the person sitting next to you without talking louder than usual. The food was great, but more like snacks and on the pricier end. I would recommend Pandan as a stop before or after dinner - but not for full out dinner.

    SPICY TUNA ON CRISPY RICE
    Reshma A.

    The vibes were great, nice rooftop bar with a view. The highlight of the night were the spicy tuna crispy rice!!

    PORK LUMPIA LOBSTER DUMPLINGS
    Tasha M.

    First of all the Ube flan is the most delicious flan I've ever tasted. Amazing service and the location is so chill and refreshing. The outdoor seating is so sexy at night, it's perfect for a romantic date. The drinks are so fun, I can't wait to come back. The food is great to share a few small bites, I would order one of everything.

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    Shelby M.

    This place was so cute!! Loved the rooftop vibes with fire pits and amazing views of the city. They had lots of options for drinks and some great food choices as well. Our waiter was awesome and was attentive but gave us space. I'd love to come back to try different items.

    Marissa M.

    I've been wanting to try this rooftop bar for AGES. A group of friends and I went on a slow Wednesday night. It was just starting to be chilly, and the waitress was great in offering blankets. Food menu was a bit sparse. We got a couple appetizers but definitely had to eat afterwards. This is a great spot for a drink and light bite!

    SPICY TUNA ON CRISPY RICE and THAI FRIED CHICKEN
    Aanchal B.

    Really pretty place! My boyfriend and I were first inside because all the seats outside were taken but luckily a spot opened up. We had thai fried chicken, tuna on crispies, and flan - all very good and filling! The blowfish looking drink was cute and perfect for a summer day. It's located inside the Viceroy Hotel (same location as Somerset in the long). Great service as well with good portion sizes.

    NA Margarita
    Kevin J.

    Very cute cocktail lounge on the 18th floor of the Viceroy hotel. We sat at the bar with the most comfortable bar stools I've ever sat in. The leather was soft like butter and made the whole experience all the more fun and relaxing. The bartender/mixologist was clearly very experienced and built custom cocktails based off the groups preferences. I had the NA Margarita from the menu and it was the best one I've ever had.

    Ha T.

    My friend and I stopped by here for drinks and to try some of their apps. Our drinks were good and the food was just ok. The bao buns were a bit dry and could've used a sauce or aioli to make it taste much yummier. It's a cute spot to grab a drink then continue the night elsewhere IMO! the puffer fish cup is super cute

    CRISPY PORK BELLY STEAMED BUNS
    Keycee D.

    We visited Pandan in Chicago back in October after my cousin saw it on Instagram and suggested it for a rooftop experience. Located on the 18th floor of a hotel, the view and vibe were fantastic for a night out. (Forgot the name of hotel) Our group of five had a great time! The food and drinks were excellent, with a Filipino-infused twist that made everything feel unique. The crispy pork belly steam buns were a standout--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and absolutely worth ordering. I also tried the Pandan cocktail, which was a delicious blend of flavors that really hit the spot. Service was good and fast, which we appreciated. Overall experience was great, I'd come back if I ever visit Chicago.

    PARCHED PUFFER
    Pa Zao L.

    I came with a friend and we ordered a parched puffer cocktail, pandan cocktail, lumpia, spicy tuna crispy rice, and the crispy pork belly steamed rolls. Their menu is on the pricier side and it's only for little bites. I ordered food during my first time and it was good. Although I most likely won't order food again in the future because of the small portion sizes. We were seated indoors - will have to try to get seated outside on a nice day next time.

    Lobster dumplings and beef tataki
    Andrew P.

    Cute rooftop bar in the middle of the Gold Coast/Viagra Triangle (lol). They sat the two of us outside in a lounge-type booth under the heater in early November which wasn't bad since we were already dressed warm. There were other seats with fire heaters though which was nice. There's a rooftop pool too which is perfect for the summer. We got several cocktails and a few of the food offerings they have. We really liked the lobster dumplings. The beef tataki was delicious as well. Our cocktails were all generally good. We liked them! Our server Brianna was nice however I wouldn't say necessarily the most talkative or went out of her way to make/continue conversation. I'd come back based off of our experience for sure.

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    Rie U.

    Nestled atop the 18th floor of the Viceroy Chicago is this trendy cocktail bar. Think killer date night venue (in the Viagra Triangle). It's a bustling joint day or night (at least the couple of times I've attempted to come here), but it goes from sun-soaked to chic lounge. We were just there for a couple of afternoon cocktails, so I can't say anything about the food, but our cocktails were generally complex and lovely. The Red Panda is a savory cocktail with a touch of sweet (MY kind of cocktail), while the Yuzu Spritz is a liter citrusy gin cocktail that's insta-worthy. We also had another cocktail that slips my mind... I guess it wasn't as memorable? The service was friendly and fast and I'd come back here for a nightcap! If you don't want a bunch of octogenarians hovering over you while you're out with your friends, skip the Tavern or Bellevue and COME HERE.

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    Superb 18th floor rooftop venue, tasty small plate food ( lobster dumplings are especially delicious), friendly service.

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    4.0(774 reviews)
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    4.0(154 reviews)
    1.4 miLincoln Park
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    My rating of a 3 is specifically for the Restaurant Week menu though I'll say it definitely didn't…read moreinspire me to come back. I really wanted to like it; this was a nine-year anniversary dinner. Service was really attentive and friendly and I did appreciate that they brought out specific utensils for me as a left-handed person, never saw that before! The restaurant felt a bit bare and sterile, I think I was maybe expecting a little more decor on the table for a Michelin star restaurant. To echo several of the reviews below, the salad was awkward to share and scanty, the soup was good but the bread served with it felt like an afterthought, the sturgeon wasn't anything special though the sauce was quite good, and we are pretty sure the cut of beef was not wagyu or if it was it was not cooked the right way. The beef was the most disappointing part, I couldn't even chew through all of it. The add-ons were the best part - pasta was great and our dessert was delicious. But the rest of the meal was unfortunately mediocre. Hoping that others have a different experience with the regular menu!

    This review is for Restaurant Week!…read more I really like Esmes vibe overall. It's chic and minimalist. I love that the tables are widely spaced out so you don't feel like you're on top of another party. I loved the bowls everything was served in, and the silverware was unique. And the service was great. I appreciate when they left everyone finish before they clear the table. While I thought all the food was good, I think it overwhelming fell flat flavor wise. I don't think anything blew me away like I was expecting which was disappointing. We had the caviar supplement, which they accidentally gave us two of (amazing), which was good but also didn't blow me away. I wasn't the biggest fan of the flavors of the soup but that's probably a personal problem. The sturgeon and wagyu were alright. I wish I left being amazed but I left thinking I wouldn't come back, not even for RW again. I think my favorite bite of the night was the sticky date cake. I think it was the most flavorful but it wasn't the best dessert I've ever had. It lacked SOMETHING but I couldn't tell you what.

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