Love the renovated new bar - excellent views from the outdoor balcony seating, good service and good drinks. Date spot or even a casual business catchup - any excuse to visit! read more

Place has a good vibe and great views. Drinks are quite nice but come at a premium price which is expected. Service was terrible. Both bartenders were in a visibly bad mood; they were ignoring guests, cutting them off when they were asking questions, and rolling their eyes at any request. I have been to many high-end hotel bars and was very disappointed in the level of professionalism here. read more

So Pleasantly Surprised! We were looking for a quiet nightcap away from the music, televisions and bustling crowds of holiday travelers and people just living it up in the local bars. We felt so lucky to find Z Bar. The ambience is simple, gorgeous, and calm and the service was top-notch. Special thanks to Dorota who was such a professional and yet funny and very real. We enjoyed her attentiveness and service very much. If you are in Streeterville, near Miracle Mile, you owe it to yourself to enjoy some awesome drinks with perfect presentation by the professional and kind staff of Z Bar. By the way, their food looked great too, we were just too full to order anything. Thanks again Dorota!! read more

3.5 stars! As far as service goes they definitely deserve five stars! The server was great. The reason I'm giving 3.5 stars is because the atmosphere/vibe/Feng shui..whatever you want to call it..was so weird! I expected glitzy and Glam decor ..or at least modern and expensive looking. But what I saw was mismatched aesthetic. Why is there a giant nylon type poster of a pug on the wall? And it's like the only painting in the whole place. Also I'm so happy we were sat in the most normal chairs in the place...we saw this one tall guy awkwardly sitting on a ottoman trying to look as classy as possible while sipping his $20 cocktail...he looked like an oversized toddler! Poor guy. Lol. Anyway the drinks are obviously a little over priced but I didn't mind, we were only getting one here anyway. And it was a very good cocktail! I got "the Z" ...but also the glass was really ugly. I want to revamp the whole aesthetic of this place. Why do the servers have to wear those sacks. No offense but it's just really not a cute outfit I feel bad for them! I'd be pissed if that was my uniform lol. read more

Z Bar - Old fashioned (super cool clear ice cube) and "the z" - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Enjoyed this rooftop bar, elegant and great views of the city . Delicious champagne and classy atmosphere in an upscale hotel

I've been here a few times for dinner and recently went in to try their new brunch menu. I went around noon on a Sunday during the marathon and it was empty! I was so surprised. We were able to comfortably sit and take our time, which feels like a rarity at most brunch spots. We got steak and eggs and the chicken and waffles and both were really good. I loved the bourbon syrup that came with the waffles! But, in our typical fashion, we couldn't keep our hands off of the brunch potatoes. Service was attentive and helpful. After brunch we enjoyed our coffees and sat out by the patio firepit while admiring the skyline. We stayed cozy even on the cool morning -- a good start to our Sunday! Thanks Z Bar :) read more

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This was definitely not worth the price. At $150+ I expect to be wowed & my mouth to be hit with an amalgam of flavor however the dishes were average at best. No dish, neither the truffle benedict nor the truffle potatoes had ANY real truffle flavor nor aroma. The Benedict wasn't bad but in addition to the lobster & egg no flavor was apparent. I'm convinced the crab beignets aren't named properly because I detected no crab in them. There was an accompanying sauce that made them bare-able but where's the crab for Pete's sakes. I liked the options such as liquors for the mimosa accoutrement but I would've like for there to be more fruit options. Their service is attentive on this nice day the patio could be an option especially considering there's provided blankets near the seating area around the fire pit. read more

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What a place!!! For starter wee walked in with a party of 2 and wanted to sit outside on the patio. Manager said it was reserved for guest with reservations, no problem give us anything you have. He sat us at the lounge. We were facing the outside patio the whole time and not one person sat outside the whole night. The manager said they were reserved!! Smh. Secondly we had ordered drinks and they were absolutely bad! Not chilled snd so so sweet. We tried to order another drink but I server took so long to come and then we waved down the host and asked her if she can get someone to take our order, she replied by saying I'm a host that's not my job to get your server and I can't go in the kitchen bevsuse I'm a host! Wtf?!? Just get someone!! Bottomline is thst really didn't give 2 f...s about us and we're to busy chit-chatting at the bar. One star for thee beautiful view tho! read more

Z Bar - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Swanky Roof top lounge located in The Peninsula hotel with fabulous views of the city and even more fabulous drinks!

Awesome place to chill and relax... Service was amazing! The peanuts were damn good!!! My type of ambiance where music isnt too loud where i can still talk properly without yelling... Very cozy!!! Hope to come back soon!!! read more

Z Bar - Had a Pre-Birthday Celebration here! Damn peanuts are freaking good! - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My absolute favorite rooftop in Chicago. Classy and a nice ambiance. Not too loud or crazy and more laid back. The drinks are a bit pricey but so worth it. The staff and bartenders are nice. It's a part of the Peninsula Hotel (one of the best hotels in the country), so it definitely did not disappoint. I love that they keep the patio open with the fire pits going even in the winter unlike many other rooftops. There's a beautiful view of North Michigan Ave, the Hancock Center, and River North. Came here for the first time with a friend after work during the summer and it was PACKED, so make sure to call ahead and put your name on, especially if it's nice out. The Dynasty and the Cherry Blossom are my favorite drinks - so fresh and so worth it. Definitely one of my favorite places in the city. read more

Z Bar - Rooftop facing north - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely a nice place atmosphere wise. You have to do a little exploring to find this little gem but make sure you have a reservation because the place is small and not much room if you can't get a table. The servers were nice but definitely should of had a reservation because it was standing room only on a Friday or Saturday night. read more

This quaint, dim, trendy, upscale bar has delectable small plates and some great signature drinks. The music is always a good vibe, and the view is amazing... with outdoor fire pits and seating. Try the Manhattans they are killer! So perfectly mixed mmm read more

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Gorgeous setting and great drinks, food and service Outside at sunset or after dark, quite the view. read more

Great views of the city. Trendy twists on classic drinks. Plenty of indoor seating for chilly nights, but the patio is amazing. Service was fantastic and the drink presentation was spot on. Many details you don't realize at first, from the glass selection to the actual delivery of the drink. read more

Z Bar - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was such a fun rooftoop at The Peninsula hotel! It over looked the Water Tower Place and Michigan Ave. We came here right after breakfast since our room was still getting serviced. We didn't realize that they had brunch there otherwise we would've checked it out there. We ended up having drinks and taking in the scenery. It was beautiful and I can only imagine how it must look in the evening. Next time, I'm totally coming back from brunch or late night drinks. I heard they have a DJ on Friday nights! read more

Z Bar - Brunch time! - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Beautiful roof top bar with outstanding drinks and service. Seriously top of the line classy place. Friendly, welcoming, stunning. We had a beautiful corner table with a beautiful reflective view of the city as well as the Christmas lights. Mesmerizing vista. The Christmas drink (Baileys plus spice) came with three cookies, all all of them delicious. The experience was the best - the Peninsula is a simply fabulous hotel, the best. read more

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Nice views, tasty cocktails, great service from Ruby. Ruby took care of the whole bar in a timely manner and took her time with each customer explaining cocktails even with a full bar. Only giving 4 stars because the ambience could be improved by turning on the fireplaces outside. read more

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I love rooftops and I visited this place recently. This place is a bit classy and not like a casual rooftop bar. Servers and hosts are in proper formal attires. Bar was having some amazing glasses and fancy attractive drinks that no one can resist. When we reached we had to wait for few minutes at the bar to get the table. So we thought we will just take a drink at the bar meanwhile. As I reached to the bar, I saw an amazing glass with a leaf on it and it looked so tempting that I ordered the same. The drink's name was "the z" and it was a green colored cucumber flavored drink. I loved it. Also, they were serving some nice chips and pretzels with the drinks which was amazing. As soon as we ordered our drinks we got the table and the first thing that caught my eye was every table had a throw if anyone want to use it. I really loved that idea as it was very thoughtful Chicago is always cold and even in summers you might feel a need to have a throw or a zipper. Overall I loved it except the prices, I will not come here every 2 weeks but probably after a couple of months. read more

Z Bar - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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ALWAYS have to make a pit stop at Z bar when I'm downtown! Love, love, loveeee coming here. The staff is AMAZINGGG, always super sweet. Every time I have came here the wait wasn't long, you can roam the peninsula while you wait which passes by time, it's so beautiful! read more

Z Bar - Martini - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A hotel bar...I am sucked in again...I cant help myself. Went here for a birthday dinner and cocktails with a friend. In the swanky Peninsula hotel...a little confusing to get to, but a few elevators and steps and boom, you are in the rabbit hole. Super cute space with a fantastic outside viewing of good old Chicago high rises. Our server was fantastic. I started off with a summer spritz which was refreshing, boozy and beautiful! Lots of bites that were really amazing. Hamachi ceviche-light and refreshing. TONS of seafood with some fresh herbs, etc Daikon frites-amazingly huge and crispy frites. I loved them. Crispy outside with a potato like inside...AMAZING! Satay-chicken and beef...the indian flair was a fantastic flavoring on this beautiful presentation Sliders-perfect amount of beef on a little bun. Steak fondue-my least favorite dish and the most expensive. It was just ok. The steak had a char on it and definitely required the dipping sauce. It was also cold by the time were were eating it...so I didnt love that either. Overall, I liked Z bar despite my inner city person telling me not to because its in a hotel. Alas, I caved yet again and succumbed to the pressure of a beautiful space with lots of fantastic drink options and a cool view of chicago skyscrapers. You will definitely drop some coin here, but overall, I think it was worth it! read more

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Great view and atmosphere, but the drinks were only ok given the reputation and pricing. We also ordered food which was fine but not amazing either. read more

I'm really disappointed with the service. I waited at the bar for 20 minutes, and every bartender looked down when they came my way. A white gentleman walked up, and I told him I hadn't gotten any service right here, and he said, "oh! Don't worry; I'll get service!" And 2 minutes later get got his drink requests and drinks delivered. I had to order through a sever. I didn't want to believe it, but it was confirmed how biased the service was. The other customers actually felt bad for us and said "that's fucked up!@ and two customers offered to pay for our drinks because they saw what happened. Just extremely disappointed! read more

Great drinks. Yet, the majority of patrons are an effing joke. Douchebag central. I pushed 2 guys off of me (AND pushed extremely aggressively with no apologies whatsoever) for being inconsiderate and in the way. I'm sitting tf over here, minding my own damn business, not being disruptive. Gtfo of my space, effing idiotas... Don't be in my GD warranted space. Thank you tf very much. I have NO shame. And bask in it. Gtfoh #ipaidmyway read more

I loved this bar so much!! The drinks are a little pricey but you're definitely paying for the view, the city looks absolutely beautiful from their windows. The ambience is amazing and the staff was extremely polite. The burrata was very tasty and the tuna tartar was amazing, the sauce was very flavorful. Could use more chips with the tuna. The chocolate dessert was very yummy and their sorbet was also amazing. I'm very picky with my espresso martinis and they did an amazing job!! Will definitely be coming back read more

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Once you get over the initial mandatory $500 deposit you have to plunk down with the reservation, you'll probably need all the liquor you can scarf down to numb the pain of the final check. I had to go to the chi-chi rich restroom to splash my face with ice cold designer spring water! But there was nothing good in there worth pilfering, so I came back out and ordered another drink I could not afford. So, basically, toots, we came. We saw. We spent. $$$$$$ Uh, sorry. No view on earth short of the Pyramids at Giza should cost you over $500. In fact, if you saved up enough cash over time, you could afford a down payment on the monthly rent at one of the surrounding penthouses in the area. Just sayin'.... I'll be back, though. Once my pimp retires... ;) read more

atnosphere..really tiny and they closed the outside even though it stopped raining. we came to celebrate a bday outside. food..small small portions. butcher block was okay. they give chips and crackers..thats nice. pizza pockets were good. mini sliders were gokd. chicken wings were sticky. service..really slow..took plates away too early but friendly. read more

Z Bar - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It was HOT! But I was determined to try this rooftop bar at our hotel. I'm glad I did. Once we sat down in the shade, we started to cool off a bit. The view of John Hancock is good, and The Allerton... but not much else. That's ok. It's still nice to be high up in Chicago. The wait staff is all very helpful and professional. We were just having a drink so I ordered the "Z Cocktail", their signature. It had a cool weird taste (bergamot?) that really makes it a delicious treat. They serve their drinks with yummy spiced nuts and olives with huge caperberries. I think trying this place out after dark would be the thing to do. It was nice during the day... but would be oh so romantic at night. read more

Z Bar - Z cocktail - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My figures touch the colorful bottle of wine! And hair swing in the wind! How romantic but a clever trick! I ordered a paper plane for today's air water show !The pic of menu showed a paper plane right on the top side of cup. It is perfect for today! But there is none when it was offered. Lol! I still think they offer the wrong one to me. Who steals my paper plane? When will he Wants to return back? I understand people are complex emotional animals! Z Bar has a very good view to look at the city. And IF not for the show. Bar is also a good place to say hello &goodbye! read more

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Wow - Z Bar is amazing new rooftop bar in the Chicago scene. I have always loved going to The Bar at the Peninsula for drinks, but now I think I found my new favorite! The space is very chill and modern, and excellent music, staff and drinks to accompany the experience. We came here last night for a quick night cap before ending the weekend. We were seated a nice little corner on the rooftop, that is secluded from the rest of the terrace area. The seating was very comfy. There were a lot of interesting craft cocktails, but we all landed on the Sunday Spritz. This is a light and relaxing cocktail that is composed of magnolia aperitif wine, elderflower, chrysanthemum, strawberry and lemon. It's quite beautiful and tasty. It was a little challenging to drink as the glass was stacked high (above the rim) with ice cubes, and with no drinking straw. The staff are super friendly, and beautifully dressed and styled! This is definitely THE rooftop bar in Chicago! read more

Z Bar - Sunday Spritz | magnolia aperitif wine | elderflower | chrysanthemum | strawberry | lemon - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely Loved this bar! The staff was friendly from the time we walked in to the time we left. Wonderful views of the city greeted us when we walked in. The bar was so full of natural light I immediately reminded myself to book a table in the fall, as I'm sure the views will only get better with time. There are a variety of tables to sit at, able to accompany anywhere between two and eight people, and the artwork of the GM's pug on the walls and plates are a nice friendly touch. We sat at the bar and enjoyed thoughtful, delicate, and delicious cocktails while sharing sliders and the charcuterie board. The drinks are Phenomenal and the menu highlighted special ingredients that definitely made the cocktails stand out and each was presented with style: We both ordered THE Z and agreed that it was a classic we will order again. The gin, cucumber, bergamot, lime, and mint is a burst of citrus sunshine in a glass. I am an avid fan of aperol and for me, the DYNASTY was a perfect blend of vodka, aperol, lime, ginger, and fresh raspberries. It was light and smooth. Almost too smooth ;) I love the song 'Blue Skies' so I had to try the drink CLEAR SKIES, and it was another gin gem. It came in a bottle, over ice, which surprised me a little, but the flavors were there- another bright drink perfect for summer. The BA-DAQ ATTACK was fun to order and fun to drink. I'm not a huge fan of rum, but this blend of rum, mango, and banana was fantastical luscious. A delight! I also appreciated the lime wedge on the side as an option to cut the sweetness. My favorite cocktail by far is the DISCO FEVER. I loved everything about this drink. The mix of vodka, mandarine orange, lemon, campagne, and (gasp) passion fruit was Extraordinary!! I *despise* passionfruit and adamantly stay away from cuisine and drink that incorporates it, but here.....exquisite. The presentation for this drink was also super fun- it arrived spinning like a large-and-in-charge Disco Ball. Fun!!! For food, we kept it simple this time, just ordering three items: I was in the mood for a burger, but not a whole one, so we ordered the MINI SLIDERS. They were cooked just how I like (mid-rare), and juicy! The onion ring (not noted on the menu) added a crisp crunch in texture that completed the slider. I'm a sucker for charcuterie boards, so THE BUTCHER BLOCK was a must try....it was lovely. My favorite food group is cheese, and all three were great. I can't remember the name of my favorite (the one in the middle) but I'm gonna call in the morning to find out what that creamy goodness is. By far- the 'jerky' and chorizo were my meats. I could live off that chorizo..... A last minute addition was the DAIKON FRITES and I'm so glad I tried them. Daikon radish as a 'fry' worked beautifully for me. I saw one thing and tasted another.....and fell in Love :) The spices are out of this world! The menu said there was a spiced tomato jam, but I just got ketchup, so I hope next time I'm in, I can try the jam. We will definitely be back to try more cocktails and cuisine. I'm lookin' at you Strange Magic, True North / Marrow Poppers and Savory Buns......... read more

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I went here twice last week when a relative was visiting from Cali (Monday) and a couple days after, I went back again (Friday) having drinks before a Lollapallooza after-show. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised with this rooftop bar. Not your typical rooftop scene where I fully enjoyed the view and ambiance of the bar. I particularly liked the cocktails. My favorite being the Strange magic and the Disco Fever which came in a unique glass. The service was nothing but perfect. My sister and I arrived in a Friday evening, no reservations and although we were 4rth on the 2 guest list, we managed to get seated within 15 minutes. Not bad considering that the cue was long. Music was good, service was excellent and the drinks were divine. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Chicago. read more

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Sadly, my experience at this bar was not as positive as others have reported. I was told this was the perfect place for a drink with a view whilst shopping on Michigan Ave. They opened at 2:00 on Sunday and we arrived at 2:20 with no one at the desk. We waited a few minutes before I walked into the bar and asked about seating--I was told to wait for the hostess, which we did. When she arrived she asked for our room number at the hotel, when I told her we were not staying there she paused, sighed, and gave an eye-roll. She then picked up the menus and walked away, without saying another word, and set the menus on a small table near the door and wall--again not a word was spoken. We sat at the designated table and waited.... While waiting we realized we were unable to see the view, as there were only 4 tables taken we were going to ask if we could move to another table nearer the edge, but no one came over so we moved ourselves to the table. I will say, I am aware that restaurants and bars do everything in their power to maximize dining-room yield and moving can throw the whole system off. Therefore, had someone spoken to us we would have had a conversation before moving. After several moments the hostess came over and said we couldn't sit there because it was saved for the use of a larger group. I explained we couldn't see the view from the original table and asked if there was a reservation for the table. She said there was not, however, a larger group could arrive. As the primary purpose of our visit was the view we asked if there was any other table with a better view available and if not we would not be staying. The hostess did not respond to our question and simply told us that we were welcome to leave. Let me make myself clear---I believe the purpose of negative reviews is to assist the business in creating a better experience. Therefore, before leaving I told the hostess I will be leaving a review, giving her an opportunity to mediate the situation. Her response was, "Fine--have a good day. Good-bye" She repeated "goodbye" in a patronizing voice as we waited for the elevator. I'm perplexed by the idea of losing paying customers over the assumption of the arrival of others. To the management, I would recommend the idea of table sharing as they do in Europe. The seating for 4 had outdoor armchairs allowing strangers to still feel like they have personal space. Finally, I suggest the hostess go through customer service and communication training. Happy, delighted customers are your best advocates, and a hostess is the first and last impression of Z-bar. When she is rude, no matter how great the food and drinks are it will keep customers away. From start to finish, we weren't greeted, barely acknowledged, and treated with disdain. We were made to feel as if we were not wanted, so I won't be returning. Customer happiness isn't gained by the quality of the product, but by the quality of the service. read more

Cool place. Classy and modern look. I loved the art work of dogs on the walls and the black and white sketch of the city behind the bar. Terrace looked very nice with the lighted ceiling that changes colors. Terrace seemed big and wrapped around in an L shape. Drinks were unique and cute looking but the flavor wasn't exactly my style. Service was pleasant. read more

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Came here on a Friday night and the place was packed, however, turnover around the bar was pretty quick. I'm guessing that most people only stay for 1-2 drinks because of the prices (avg ~$18-24/drink; New York prices for sure). The decor is modern and welcoming with a mix of neutrals and grays, metals, and textures- swanky and tasteful. There are two giant portraits of pugs in the bar space, which is my favorite, so this made me even more excited to be there. The cocktail menu is creative and extensive. We ordered the Z, Dynasty, True North, and New York Smash. The Z is the bar's signature cocktail, a fruity martini with bergamot, and it was perfect and almost like not drinking alcohol at all. The Dynasty was a vodka based cocktail with raspberries, it was a fantastic balance of sweet and sour. The True North sounded amazing but, for me personally, was really hard to drink, because somehow this vodka/wine-based martini tasted like whiskey. The best part about it was the edible maple leaf and maple pearls at the bottom of the drink. The New York smash was a rye drink, that we coaxed nearby bar-goers into getting for themselves, it was a crowd pleaser. Finally, one thing I must mention, is the complimentary bar snacks- cashews and olives. I think the cashews were pizza flavored and I am obsessed- I want more! The olives were flavorful and perfect in between drinks. The bartenders were friendly enough, attentive, and worked very quickly with no loss of quality. Overall, I'd say this is a perfect date spot if you're looking to impress someone. Added bonus, outdoor deck and spectacular views of Watertower. read more

We had a great experience at Z bar. The rooftop bar gave some amazing views, especially at night. There was also a nice selection of cocktails and beverages. The starting cost for most drinks was about 20 dollars but it is well worth the cost. read more

Z Bar - View from rooftop seating. - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you come here you must see the doorman Eric he is the absolute the best even though they were closed he got me in

Only because I have to do a star to tell you about the No star service. My lady & I arrived shortly after opening. There were many open tables w/4 chairs. We were denied sitting at one of those tables because we were only 2. Despite there being SO many tables, I do realize that it is their prerogative on who to sit where. I'm ok with that. Rather, it is the rude & pretentious manner in which the hostess treated us. Wow, I have to say - the rudest & most pompous individual, I've ever encountered. Even at that level of help. It was the one with the long dark hair. read more

This place is such a cool place to hangout at. Amazing and cozy patio to view the city. Definitely recommend going here. read more

Z Bar - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Rooftop bar within the Peninsula hotel. Great view with great service!y friend and i both got the Z (more like a cucumber gimlet). Pretty refreshing and tasty! Pretty pricy for a cocktail of this size tho. But guess we are also paying the location, view and service right? The compliment nuts and olives taste good. read more

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