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    Roof on theWit

    3.2 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Good for groups

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    Blake M.

    Awesome scene and rooftop bar. The atmosphere is fun but you do pay for the experience. Bartender was very nice.

    Hope D.

    I went at night real late for a drink and ended up wanting to sit down and eat. This spot does tables for $75 a person, unfortunately they were all reserved. Just a heads up that the drinks are more tax than the food. It's swanky and the crowd is great in there. The music is also great and the vibes were immaculate. I would say sitting upstairs aay from the bar area, was a bit secluded in which I felt our waiter forgot about us. The sushi and bao buns were great, but I wouldn't recommend the buffalo brussels.

    Jonquil B.

    Another favorite rooftop! I really do love how this rooftop have so many different type of rooms/sections with different aesthetics. The drinks are good and the food is delicious but of course with this location, it's a little pricey. I do think you get what you pay for but there are rooftops that may be a tad bit cheaper. There's a lot of parties and events that are hosted at this location so it's very popular in general. But come on any night of the week and you will still have a great time and enjoy great customer service. Every time I've been there there can be a little bit of wait, depending on how busy it is but still great service. I'll be back again lol

    Mezcal sour & musubi
    Nina C.

    Stayed at the hotel for a work trip and was pleasantly surprised by the rooftop bar. With immensely tall ceilings and floor to ceiling windows, the golden hour vibe here is insane. The neon lights and vibes at night, create a whole different energy, taking the place from cocktail hour to party. They have a good number of tables and seating, with space for large parties at their booths. I thought the drinks were amazing, two nights in a row I had a Mezcal sour, which is my first time ever seeing that on a bar menu, and such a great combination. Their food was also really good, the truffle fries were delicious, and I ordered a musubi, which came out, and I thought it was a standard sushi roll, it looked so different from your traditional musubi, and tasted different too. But I loved their take on it and would totally recommend trying it out. The sliders were also really good, everything was a pretty good vibe and the service were very nice and attentive. The prices are not cheap, but you are paying for the ambience. Totally will come back.

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    At first our waitress seemed like she didn't want to be bothered but as the day continued to go along she became nicer, accommodating and the food was very good and hot as ordered. I had a really great time! Huge thank you to Joanna because she really did a great job job in taking care of my reservation for my birthday. I highly recommend for nice views, good music and excellent vibes. "Copy review

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    Jen V.

    Came here to enjoy an after work happy hour and loved it! We were a pretty big group but we were able to be seated fairly easily which was much appreciated. The drinks were really great! Had a wide variety and you'll instantly earn cool points for having a Penicillin on the menu. Service was good too and this spot is absolutely beautiful - I walked in and was so amazed. I can't speak to the food as we only tried the pizza which was good. Overall I'd definitely come back for drinks if I lived in the area.

    Roof Breakfast; scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon and toast
    Lisa P.

    There is something special about dining on a rooftop. Open, airy and spacious. The day was perfect; sunshine all around adding to the already scenic views. Kendall, our server had the perfect personality for hosting. She made sure we always had everything we needed. She was able to give detailed answers about the menu and suggest great drinks. The brunch menu is quite extensive, so many great options, including vegan and vegetarian. They have thought of everything. Bottle service is available if you are interested in elevating your dining experience. We each ordered different items and agreed that everything was delicious. The star of the show however was the chicken, cheese and herb empanadas. We had to order another round of those. Which came out with our second drink. Timing could not have been more perfect. The live DJ was nice; not too loud. We were still able to converse without yelling. Our work schedules don't allow us to get together that often. When we do, it's like it was just yesterday that we saw each other. Always nice to catch up. Good food and drinks make it worth it.

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    Ever Z.

    What went wrong: 1. Ordered Korean BBQ wings and got wings with Asian seasoning (notice how my pic does not match the ones posted by others) 2. Asked for ranch. Was given "ranch". The nastiest ranch ever. I asked the ppl who bring out the food to confirm if what I had was ranch. The man confirmed. I told the waitress the "ranch" was nasty. She asked me to describe it. I told it her it could not be ranch. I never had ranch like that before. She went to the back and then came back to table to tell me what was given was indeed NOT ranch. It was an aioli and apologized. 3. No one else followed the dress code. The party across from me also had balloons. 4. My reservation was at 2:30pm. I was told at arrival that the kitchen closed at 3pm. The brunch menu on Saturday was very limited as well. What went well: 1. Nice views 2. Liked the music 3. The waitress removed the wings from my bill. 4. Was convenient since I am staying at theWit

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    Vanity H.

    Came here for a dinner with friends and was highly disappointed. It was my first time there and I want to add that it is very overrated and overhyped on social media. Don't get me wrong - BEAUTIFUL place! I didn't get to experience the open rooftop but I do plan to come back for a party or something instead. I will not order food here again though. SUPER expensive my goodness and NOT worth it at all. The sushi was not that good, pretty basic if you ask me. The pizza was decent but small. The drinks were not hitting at all which is insane for.. again... the price.

    Tempura sushi roll
    Kristina H.

    We decided to choose this amazing rooftop for our anniversary date and we did great choice. Starting from the cocktails, the food and the service everything was amazing . This place it's such a nice cozy spot with a romantic view and outstanding service. We enjoyed very much . Truly recommend if you want to have a nice romantic date or just hang out with friends. Our server did awesome job surprising us with the chocolate cake in the end .

    Pretty good and service was great.
    Kyra S.

    The vibe was amazing during the day with a DJ and a nice Happy Hour. It was a definite after work unwind spot. It was a super warm day allowing for sunshine and a nice breeze from the retractable window. The evening was definitely more of a club chill vibe . Of course another great DJ, food and space for dancing. 2 bars and plenty of lounge area. Some nights are managed by a promoter but not during my stay. Saturday is clearly made for brunch as I took advantage of people watching in the lobby before heading out to explore. Make sure you check out the walk out deck..amazing photo spot. Next time I would love to brunch.

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    Ask the Community - Roof on theWit

    Do DJ's still play same beat EDM music on weekends?

    How do I get a table by the window? All I see is reservations for lounge or no lounge. Which one has better views of the city?

    We believe the Lounge has better views of the city. But it is not outside, which some people prefer!

    What is the age limit for the events?

    We allow accompanied minors prior to 7:30pm daily when open to the public. There is not a specified age restriction on private events.

    What kind of music does the dj play late at night?

    Erica, ROOF DJ's play a mix of pop and electronic music on Friday and Saturday nights after 9pm. On Thursdays, the Champagne All Stars play classics with a twist. Check out our website https://roofonthewit.com.

    What is the age range of the people who go late at night?

    30ish

    Are hotel guests comped entry?

    Hello Bob B., We try to prioritize our hotel guests, however entry is only guaranteed via table… 

    Is there a cover for the club?

    Yes. I believe it changes .. so check with hotel.

    It's my first time in Chicago. Is this place nice to see Chicago from top? And standard seats or high top seats is better?

    It is more for a club at night. I am not sure about during the day you are not going to see much of the city

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    I often visit Roof on the Wit and to say the least they bar is my favorite Along with the Bartender Erin.

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