Where to dine outside in Chicago
I’ve only dined at one restaurant since mid-March and that was in June. Since then I’ve picked up takeaway but that’s it. So I can’t attest to the safety conditions of the following. And now that it was snowing yesterday I’m not sure what will be open so you should call before heading out. Also now that indoor dining has been banned again I’m sure some restaurants will close so again please call before heading out. Hopefully the Mayor will get that ban reversed. Reservations, deposits, limited time slots, etc. may apply. No deals except if you Join Lettuce Entertain You’s Frequent Diner Club. Use my link and get $10 free! (I also get $10 after you dine. Thank you.)
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Gold Coast
North Rush Street from East Oak Street to East Cedar Street, Bellevue from State to the first alley east of Rush Street, Division Street from Dearborn to State.
Le Colonial: Sidewalk cafe with heaters and n indoor space with windows and heat lamps.
River North
Wells Street, between Huron and Superior Streets; North Clark Street between Grand and Kinzie
Bar Ramone 441 N. Clark St. 312-985-6909. Join Lettuce Entertain You’s Frequent Diner Club. Use my link and get $10 free! (I also get $10 after you dine. Thank you.)
Beatrix – River North 519 N. Clark St., 312-284-1377. Patio includes heaters. Reservations are available via Tock Join Lettuce Entertain You’s Frequent Diner Club. Use my link and get $10 free! (I also get $10 after you dine. Thank you.)
Xoco, Frontera Grill, and Bar Sótano all located on 400 block of Clark St which is closed for dining. Patio seating. Reservations recommended.
Osteria Via Stato: Covered patio with heaters, wind barriers, and single-use blankets. Use my link and get $10 free! (I also get $10 after you dine. Thank you.)
Quartino: Heaters on sidewalk patio.
Tzuco: Fully enclosed patio, with heat lamps and air circulation system.
Riverwalk
City Winery Riverwalk: The domes are open through Oct. 31.
West Loop
Randolph Street and Fulton will be closed for the Outdoor Dining Pilot Program. West Fulton Market from Halsted Street to North Carpenter Street; West Randolph Street service lanes from Expressway to North Elizabeth Street. Find a list of participating restaurants here.
Aba: Heaters and fire pits on the roof. Reservations are recommended and require a $50 deposit that is applied to your bill.
Beatnik on the River: Outdoor patio is now heated with a clear enclosure.
Beatrix Fulton Market: Igloos and greenhouses can be reserved. From $10-$150. Use my link and get $10 free! (I also get $10 after you dine. Thank you.)
Duck Duck Goat: Enclosed greenhouses.
Gibsons Italia: Heated rooftop patio.
Piccolo Sogno: Large tent in their garden patio
Saint Lou’s Assembly: Heaters on the patio.
The Publican: Heaters on the patio and enclosed dining pods. Bring your own blanket.
Shared streets with outdoor dining
Some street closures are only in effect from Friday through Sunday and specific dining hours may vary.
Andersonville: West Balmoral Street, both sides of North Clark Street
Chatham: East 75th Avenue from South Calumet Avenue to South Indiana Avenue
Chinatown: South Archer Avenue from South Wentworth Avenue to South Princeton Avenue
East Lakeview: North Broadway from Belmont Avenue to Surf Street; North Sheffield Avenue from Belmont Avenue to School Street
Edison Park: North Oliphant Avenue from Northwest Highway to the first alley
Gold Coast: North Rush Street from East Oak Street to East Cedar Street, Bellevue from State to the first alley east of Rush Street, Division Street from Dearborn to State
Lincoln Park: West Schubert Street from Halsted Street to the alley east of Halsted Street
Little Italy: South Laflin Street from the alley north of Taylor Street to Taylor Street
Rogers Park: West Jarvis Avenue between Ashland Avenue and Greenview Avenue
River North: Wells Street, between Huron and Superior Streets; North Clark Street between Grand and Kinzie
West Lakeview: North Southport Avenue from Waveland Avenue to Grace Street
West Loop: West Fulton Market from Halsted Street to North Carpenter Street; West Randolph Street service lanes from Expressway to North Elizabeth Street
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