VU Rooftop · Chicago
VU Rooftop is a 22-story rooftop restaurant and bar in the South Loop near McCormick Place, prized for a wide-angle view that sweeps from the Willis Tower and the downtown skyline out to Lake Michigan, a fresh vantage away from the crowded River North and Loop rooftops. The expansive space runs three bars, two open-air patios, firepits and a fire-and-water feature, with retractable windows that let it flex from open-air summer nights to enclosed cooler-weather service.
The kitchen serves shareable New American plates and dinner alongside cocktails, with live jazz on select nights adding to the polished-but-relaxed mood. It draws a mix of locals, convention-goers and groups, and the sunset skyline is the headline.
Reservations can be made online through OpenTable and are recommended; beca
Address: South Loop, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Chicago
VU Rooftop takes reservations through OpenTable. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Chicago; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Frequently asked about VU Rooftop
How do I book a table at VU Rooftop in Chicago?
Submit the reservation request on this page and the MyRSVP concierge confirms your table, quotes any minimum spend in writing, and coordinates arrival before you commit. Your host opens the door on arrival so you walk straight to a ready table.
How much is a table at VU Rooftop?
A table at VU Rooftop depends on the night (weekends and event dates run highest), your group size, and where the table sits relative to the DJ booth and dance floor. Rather than a price that changes weekly, MyRSVP quotes your exact minimum spend in writing when confirming, so you know the cost before you arrive.
What is the dress code at VU Rooftop?
VU Rooftop runs an upscale nightlife dress code: stylish, dressed-up attire. Avoid athletic wear, gym shoes, and overly casual looks. Your MyRSVP host manages the door with your table, and we confirm the current policy with your booking.
What time should I arrive at VU Rooftop?
Table guests generally arrive as the room fills, with the peak on weekends. Your MyRSVP host coordinates a specific arrival window so you are not waiting in line.
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