Kennedy Rooftop

4.5 (284)

$30 and under

American

1551 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-2358

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2 people

10 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

Welcome to the Kennedy Rooftop! Whether you are joining us for a date, celebration, Happy Hour, or simply looking to dine with unobstructed views of the Chicago skyline, we are happy you can join us. Both reservations and walk-ins are accepted!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 13:00–18:00
Phone number
(773) 270-6770
Website
http://www.kennedyrooftop.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual

Location
1551 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-2358
Area
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross Street
North Ave & Ashland Ave, Chicago,Il
Parking Details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 284 people are saying

Kennedy Rooftop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Chicago / Illinois
Great for scenic views
Chicago
Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Kennedy Rooftop offers a "beautiful rooftop setting" with stunning views of the Chicago skyline. The ambiance is inviting and bright, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. While some dishes may not impress everyone, "the drinks are TOP TIER" and the "service is exceptional." Perfect for enjoying a sunset with friends.

284 Reviews

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Shannon
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
You pay for the view with over-priced food and drinks. Great view of Chicago skyline, fair but friendly service, food accommodation met, but food and drinks were over-priced. One dish in particular (beef kabob) was particularly disappointing. Ask questions before ordering so you know exactly what you're getting.
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Erienne
New York City5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We decided to try this spot since it was a cool evening and we wanted to enjoy the views. The rooftop setting is beautiful — definitely the main reason people come here. It wasn’t too loud or crowded, and the service was good; our server was attentive, and dishes were cleared promptly. Unfortunately, the food left much to be desired. We ordered the nachos, which came with very thick tortilla chips, dry chicken, and what looked and tasted like canned nacho cheese. They also included carrots — an odd addition to nachos — though I suppose you can ask to leave them out. The bottom of the plate was watery, likely from the cheese or beans. We also had the chicken wings with dry rub and an order of fries. While the wings were cooked well, they were almost completely flavorless. The fries were the best part of the meal. We also ordered the chocolate chip cookie and it was so thin and tasted salty. We split a bottle of prosecco and it was a good value for the two of us. Overall, we paid quite a bit for the chance to watch a beautiful Chicago sunset, which was truly gorgeous. If you decide to go, I’d recommend just grabbing a drink and some fries, and soaking in the view
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Nicole VIP
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful spot. No vibe. Turn on the music. Put the cubs game on... anything.
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Nadeem
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined on 22 June 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Our waitress Danielle was exceptional but aside from that the experience overall was rather poor. We made a reservation but still waited nearly an hour to get seated with no explanation at all just that we had to wait.
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Karen
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really nice time on the rooftop. The ambience and views are great, the food is good, and the staff is super attentive. We had the wings, flatbread and Caesar salad. The salad was pretty average, actually, but the other items were good.
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Tiffany
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
3.5 out of 5 I made Father's Day reservations based on the great views and a small but appealing menu I saw online. It's valet only, $22 for two hours and under plus tip. Our reservation was at 2:45 PM; we arrived at 2:50 and were told they were transitioning from brunch to lunch, which starts at 3 PM, so there’d be a short wait for food arrival. We were seated outside—beautiful skyline views and warm weather, which I didn’t mind at all. Unfortunately, the menu we received was even more limited than expected. When I asked, I was told that due to a smaller kitchen staff, they weren’t offering the full menu. On a holiday like Father’s Day, that was disappointing. Had I known, I likely would’ve chosen another spot for a full lunch. We ended up ordering a little bit of everything—drinks, sliders, quesadilla, Caesar salad with chicken, and wings. All of it was good, though the wings were oversized (not my preference). The total came out to just under $140—not outrageous, but more than I would’ve liked to spend considering the limited menu. I guess you’re partly paying for the views and ambiance. Shoutout to our server, Ethan—he was attentive, friendly, and gave great drink recommendations. Service was the highlight. Gratuity was added automatically, but I tipped a bit extra because of how great he was. The place wasn’t crowded, food came out fairly quickly, and the atmosphere was peaceful. I’d return for the views and a nightcap, but not if I’m really hungry.
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Benita
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! My sister and I came here to celebrate her birthday. The view was beautiful. We had mango mojitos, wings and nachos, and they were all delicious. Def will be coming back this summer!
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Kimberly
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you so much for making my birthday special ❤️❤️
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Connie
Dallas - Fort Worth15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been there a couple of times during our hotel stay. Everything about it was very good. Service and food and cocktails. I would recommend it if staying in town.
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Claire
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time to Kennedy Rooftop. First, the space and view is stunning. Second, the ambiance was inviting and bright. The food was flavorful and super well priced. The drinks were TOP TIER. I had about 17 Salty Sidewalk’s - and I’m someone who usually jumps around cocktails. It was one of the best drinks I’ve ever had. We had a group of 6. We would all go back.
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Kennedy Rooftop is rated 4.5 stars by 284 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

10 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 25 times today

1551 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-2358

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
North Ave & Ashland Ave, Chicago,Il
Area
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 13:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.kennedyrooftop.com/
Phone number
(773) 270-6770

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