2020 will definitely be a year to remember. If you would have told me in 2019 that I would be basically on house arrest (quarantine) for the first part of the year I would have never believed you. Or that I would be walking around like a bank robber in public. Although some of these masks are quite stylish. LOL
Club Lago
I tend to always lean on the positive side and one thing I will say is Covid has me counting my blessings and experiencing things in a new way.
As Chicago slowly moved into phase three/four and allowed outside dining, it was a summer time game changer. No longer were you just dressing up in front of your mirror or for zoom calls, but we were given permission to see other individuals of society in a social public setting.
My first time dining out post quarantine was on June 14th at Club Lago. I seriously didn’t think I would be part of the first wave of patrons. I figured I would make my first appearance sometime in September. My friend is a trooper though and I met him for lunch. Not going to lie I felt anxious, excited, and couldn’t stop starring at other diners in order to try to pinpoint those asymptotic folks. (Joking)
What we ALL need to remember is this virus is still ongoing and we have to take safety measures to limit our exposure. If you don’t feel comfortable dining out then DONT. If you don’t feel comfortable ordering delivery, then DONT. Please be patient and meet people where they are. I still have some friends that won’t even go grocery shopping. I seriously don’t judge anyone when it comes to this because I’ve been at all ends of the spectrum with how I feel and I need compassion shown as well.
With that said….for now…. I have been venturing out and checking out rooftops and patios. I’ve been on the search for restaurants that abide by the social distancing rules (6 feet apart, hand washing, masks at all times, etc…). I’ve been posting to @chiataglance Insta Stories for good social distancing rooftops/patios recommendations and below is a list I’ve complied. Some I have been to and the rest were recommended by @chiataglance followers. (Hey I can’t make it everywhere). Thanks for all your suggestions. Stay safe and hope you have a wonderful summer! Please feel free to comment any other recommendations or shoot me an email at tavij@chiataglance.com.
Recess
DRUM ROLL…… My favorite Rooftop/Patio Social Distancing Restaurant thus far is…. RECESS!
Recess 838 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL
Recess outdoor patio is 14,000 square feet, so there is plenty of room for social distancing. One thing I LOVE is how much diversity I’ve seen on each visit. Not just by race, but age as well. (Do note Recess is 21+). The burgers are fantastic and if you go on Wednesdays they have $10 burger specials. (Normal Price $16) Burger types also rotate weekly. I also highly recommend the tater tots. Love that they weren’t super crispy.
Rooftop/Patio Social Distancing Dining in Chicago
Beat Kitchen on the Riverwalk
3 Dots and a Dash
435 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Aba
302 N Green Street, Chicago, IL
Arbella
112 W. Grand Street, Chicago, IL
Avec
615 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Avli
702 N. Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Bar Sotano
443 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Bar Takito
201 N. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL
Café Ba-Ba Reeba
2024 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL
Daisies
2523 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL
Del Toro
2133 S. Halsted, Chicago, IL
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
845 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL
Etta
1840 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL
Frontier
1072 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL
Gibson’s Italia
233 N. Canal St., Chicago, IL
IO Godfrey
127 W. Huron Street, Chicago, IL
Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods
1415 N. Wood St., Chicago, IL
Joe’s Imports
813 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL
Jojo’s Shake Bar
23 W. Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL
Kennedy Rooftop
1551 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL
La Storia
1154 N Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL
Locanda
201 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL
Logan Eleven
2230 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL
Mama Delia
1721 W Division Street, Chicago, IL
Maple and Ash
8 W. Maple Street, Chicago, IL
Mr. Browns Lounge
2301 W. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL
Mundano
1935 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL
Offshore at Navy Pier
1000 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, I
Ogs Chicago
950 W. Wrightwood, Chicago, IL
Park & Field
3509 Fullerton, Chicago, IL
Phlavz
717 Maxwell Street, Chicago, IL
Piccolo Sogno
464 N Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
Pizza Lobo
3000 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria Portofino
317 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Promontory
5311 S. Lake Park Ave., Chicago, IL
Prost
2566 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL
River Roast
315 N. LaSalle Dr., Chicago, IL
Riverwalk (Various Restaurants)
400 E. Lower Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL
Roberts Pizza & Dough Company
465 North McClurg, Chicago, IL
RPM Seafood
317 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Six06 Café Bar
1641 W Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL
Socialechi
800 S. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Tanta
118 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL
The Dandy Crown
694 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL
The Darling
905 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
The Perch
1932 W Division Street, Chicago, IL
The Woodlawn
1200 E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL
Tzuco
720 N. State Street, Chicago, IL
Uncommon Ground
3800 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL
Utopian Tailgate
1608 N. Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Victory Tap
1416 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Virtue
1462 E. 53rd St., Hyde Park, IL
VU
133 E. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL
West End
1326 W. Madison, Chicago, IL
Whisky Business Chicago
1367 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL
HAPPY DINING!
Utopian Tailgate
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