Best New Bar & Restaurant Patios In Chicago

By Lauren Wulf

Summer is here! Its finally time to enjoy roof decks, sidewalk cafes, patios and any chair you can find outdoors. In true Chicago fashion, our bars and restaurants make a big deal out of the warmer months. New patios and outdoor bars have been popping up all over the city. Here are a few new ones to check out this summer.

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435 N Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 262-5310 http://www.howellsandhood.com

Howells & Hood located in the Tribune Tower on Michigan Avenue is the newest patio to hit the Mag Mile. This huge outdoor space is a great place to rest after a busy day of shopping, touring or after work in the loop. Lush planters and sleek tableside fires create a great atmosphere. For the sports fans, there are a ton of TVs within view both outside and in. The interior is beautifully decorated after the Tribune Towers architects, John Howells and Raymond Hood. Howells & Hood features an extensive beer list, drink menu and full restaurant. Sign up for their newsletter and receive a free appetizer!

820 W. Randolph Street Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 888-3455 http://www.littlegoatchicago.com

Stephanie Izard of Girl & The Goat, brings her magic to the Little Goat Diner. Highlights of this West Loop gem include, breakfast served all day, amazing homemade bread, handpicked coffee and an awesome sidewalk patio and roof deck. I could go on and on. This adorable diner is serving up delicious breakfast, breads, coffee, sandwiches and more. If youre not hungry yet, you will be after reading a few menu favorites such as, Breakfast Spaghetti N Clams N Crab, Smoked Corned Beef Hash With Eggs, Shrimp And Cheesy Grits, Sloppy Goat Sandwich, Smoked Fries, and the Horseshoe featuring an open-faced burger topped with goat chili fries. Yum. Enjoy all of these delicious items on their sidewalk patio or on their roof deck with gorgeous views of the skyline. Get there early for a seat!

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1560 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 227-9339 highnoonchicago.com

Wicker Park welcomed a new bar and patio this spring. High Noon Saloon on Milwaukee puts a fun spin on a Western saloon. On beautiful summer days, the sidewalk patio is bustling. The long islands and margaritas pack a strong punch and go down smooth on a hot summer day. Very good bang for your buck with either of those two options! Though the portions arent the largest, the Tex-Mex cuisine makes for some great snacking. Location, outdoor patio and hearty drinks make it a great newcomer to the summer patio scene.

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Best New Bar & Restaurant Patios In Chicago