Chicago Connected | Coziest Winter Dining
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Experience the beauty of the holidays without the winter chill! Today we are featuring a collection of restaurants with cozy outdoor dining options that are as unique as they are comfortable. If you haven’t gotten in on the igloo dining trend, there are a variety of bars and restaurants participating this season, as well as a plethora of Chicago staples that feature covered patios or greenhouses for the ultimate winter dining experience.
Igloo Dining Experiences
IO Godfrey
River North
Enjoy the New American fare and chef-crafted cocktails of this highly rated rooftop bar from their newly installed Winter Wonderland igloos.
The Kennedy Rooftop
Wicker Park
Highlighting the trendy culture and ambiance of Wicker Park, this rooftop lounge offers attractive dining, drinking, and dessert options from their igloo sanctuaries.
London House Rooftop
The Loop
Re-imagined cuisine and cocktails await you at one of the country’s highest rated rooftop bars, now complete with a Rudolph’s Holiday theme and private igloo dining.
Barcocina
West Town & Lakeview
Barcocina offers traditional Mexican cuisine with a modern twist along with uniquely crafted drinks and special Igloo Packages for this holiday season.
Covered Rooftop Experiences
The J. Parker
Old Town
Sitting proudly above Hotel Lincoln, The J. Parker offers the most spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Enjoy the unobstructed scenery from one of the atrium's 140 outside seats or 55 indoor seats.
Offshore Rooftop
Navy Pier
This Navy Pier pinnacle serves seasonal, modern American cuisine with global influences served as small, shareable plates in a stunning multi-seasonal rooftop space.
Pilsen Yards
Pilsen
A bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and one of the best patios in the city, featuring radiant heating and a clear roof for a safe, warm, and energetic space year-round.
Beatnik West Town
West Town
Named after the bohemian freethinkers of the 1950s and ’60s, Beatnik West Town celebrates their spirit and artistic legacy. Enjoy colorful cocktails and international cuisine in their courtyard’s retractable glass ceiling.
This guide is part of our Chicago Connected: Winter Edition series. Stay tuned for more ways to enjoy Chicago this holiday season!