Cindy's Rooftop

4.5

23 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Apr 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 129 times today

Great for scenic views
Lively
Great for brunch

Perched atop the 13th floor of the Chicago Athletic Association hotel under a glass atrium, Cindy's welcomes guests with sweeping views of Millennium Park, the ever-changing blues of Lake Michigan, and beyond. Providing a remarkable backdrop for Top Chef contestant Executive Chef Kaleena Bliss and her inspired menu featuring local wild and seasonal produce and fresh seafood. With vibrant service, an all-season terrace, and an extensive beverage menu that intertwines naturally with the dishes, every detail of your experience is thoughtfully crafted to make a lasting memory.

For private events: please reach out to cindysevents@caa.bokagrp.com.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 792-3502
Website
https://www.cindysrooftop.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Kaleena Bliss
Private party facilities
From private parties to corporate events, Cindy's is one of Chicago's best event spaces. Our world-renowned view, impeccable service & seasonally fresh menu make our enclosed rooftop one of the best restaurants with private rooms in the city. Event spaces include: semi-private Lakeview couches, private Library dining room & full restaurant buyouts.

Location
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross street
Madison & Michigan Avenue
Parking details
Valet is located on our Madison Street entrance in between Wabash and Michigan.
Entertainment
The Library, our private dinning room that will house small dinners, events, mixology and chef tastings/classes for guests.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Oysters on the Half Shell$4.00
Chef’s Selection Of Oysters, Dressed With Seasonal Mignonette
Granola Bowl$16.00
House Granola, Greek Yogurt, Fresh Fruit, Maple
Avocado Toast$23.00
Kale Pesto, Parmigiano, Pickled Fresno & Shallot, Sundried Tomato, Toasted Sourdough
Smoked Salmon$23.00
Scallion & Dill Cream Cheese, Cucumber, Radish, Parsley, Toasted Sesame Bagel
Chef's Salad$16.00
Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Hard Boiled Egg, Radish, Cucumber, Tomato, Bacon, Pickled Shallot, Cotija, Tajin Breadcrumb, Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Salmon Carpaccio$24.00
Pear Aguachile, Pistachio Salsa Macha, Dill, Pickled Shallot

Eggs

Cindy’s Breakfast Platter$22.00
Choice of Breakfast Sausage or Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries
Chilaquiles$27.00
Poblano Salsa Verde, Braised Chicken, Corn, Chihuahua Cheese, Cilantro, Crema, Sunny Side Eggs
Quiche$20.00
Chef’s Seasonal Preparation, Pickled Fennel & Seasonal Greens

Comfort

Stuffed French Toast$27.00
Maple Glazed Croissant, Cream Cheese, Seasonal Jam & Berries, Cashew Mascarpone Mousse, Brown Butter Crumble
Chicken and Waffles$28.00
Bourbon Butter, Hot Honey, Maple Syrup
Biscuits and Gravy$25.00
Homemade Herb Biscuits, Pork Sausage Gravy
Not So Secret Secret Burger$26.00
Butterkase Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Cherry Bomb Aioli, Brioche Bun, Fries
Braised Pork Croque Madame$32.00
White Kimchi, Sriracha Aioli, Fontina, Milk Bread, Sunny Side Eggs

Sides

Bacon$8.00
Sausage$8.00
Scrambled Eggs$8.00
Home Fries$8.00
Vegan Chorizo$12.00

Sweets

Seasonal Sorbet$8.00
Chef’s Selection
Doughnut$8.00
Chef’s Seasonal Preparation
Fresh Baked Cookies$12.00
Chocolate Chip, Maldon
Sweet Potato Sticky Bun$16.00
Piloncillo Toffee Sauce, Spiced Pecans, Toasted Marshmallow Fluff

Brunch + Lunch Beverages

DIY Mimosa
served with fresh berries and assorted juice
Francois Montand Brut NV, Jura, France$75.00
Champagne Drappier ‘Carte d’Or’ NV, Aube, France$125.00
Bloody Mary$18.00
choice of: titos vodka, mezcal unión, linie aquavit
Qahwa Coffee$18.00
reyka vodka, broghetti, kyoto cold brew, demerara, green cardamom

Coffee

Drip Coffee$4.00
Espresso$5.00
Iced Estate Black Tea$5.00
Latte/Cappuccino$6.00
Matcha Latte$8.00
Kyoto Black Cold Brew$7.00

Tea

Rare Tea Cellars$8.00
Crema Earl Grey
Cloud Kissed Green
Regal English Breakfast
Mint Meritage
Emperor’s Chamomile

What 23 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cindy's Rooftop offers an "amazing view" of Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, making it a top destination for visitors. The atmosphere is lively, with a "trendy and hip" vibe. While some find the menu limited, the food is often praised as "delicious" and "creative." Service experiences vary, but the cocktails are "exceptional." Ideal for special occasions and impressing out-of-town guests.

412 Reviews

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Evan VIP
Chicago16 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Fairly loud, especially for a Sunday brunch, making conversation a challenge. The view from the restaurant was quite spectacular. The food items our party selected were good, not great.
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Amie
Coastal Georgia4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious, server was great and very attentive the view from the balcony spectacular
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Boyd and Amylynn VIP
Orlando9 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
There was no indication that there was nightshade in my meal- I am quite allergic to. Onions…I can handle the sweet onions without complaint so not that. I avoid tomatoes so it was not that… It was so spicy -peppers— that I could not eat my dinner. The waiter didn’t come by till my husband was nearly finished eating. So my husband ate mine too. He said there wasn’t much lobster at all in my dish. I ate his mushroom side and some of his dessert. I mean we’ll be back we love the vibe there but I didn’t get supple and we did not want to make a fuss. 38$ for something I can’t eat hits hard.
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Deb
Seattle27 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What incredible food in a gorgeous setting! Everything was delicious.
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James
Charleston2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding dinner, service, and views. A little noisy.
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ELIAS
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Without a doubt it is the best view in the city of Chicago and excellent food and very good service.
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Eric VIP
Philadelphia7 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great view from the restaurant. Food was decent but not a lot of selection on the menu. What we got was very fresh though so that's good!
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James
Chicago4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Let me first say that the service and staff were exceptional. Dinner menu was not the best choice of entrees. Would not go back for dinner unless it changed. Breakfast was very good. Cookies and the sweet potato sticky bun was outstanding. Was also surprised that we could not be accommodated to add two people to our reservation because when we go there, there was plenty of room and continued to be throughout our breakfast. Worked out better anyway. We met them at RL for lunch and it was fantastic.
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JOSE MARIA
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome and good food. The View Is really spectacular
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville1 review
2.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks were ok, ambiance is what you come here for it seems.
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FAQs

Cindy's Rooftop is rated 4.5 stars by 23 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Apr 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 129 times today

12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

Cross street
Madison & Michigan Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet is located on our Madison Street entrance in between Wabash and Michigan.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kaleena Bliss
Entertainment
The Library, our private dinning room that will house small dinners, events, mixology and chef tastings/classes for guests.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.cindysrooftop.com/
Phone number
(312) 792-3502
Private party facilities
From private parties to corporate events, Cindy's is one of Chicago's best event spaces. Our world-renowned view, impeccable service & seasonally fresh menu make our enclosed rooftop one of the best restaurants with private rooms in the city. Event spaces include: semi-private Lakeview couches, private Library dining room & full restaurant buyouts.

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Additional information

On the Lighter Side

Oysters on the Half Shell$4.00

Granola Bowl$16.00

Avocado Toast$23.00

Smoked Salmon$23.00

Chef's Salad$16.00

Salmon Carpaccio$24.00

Eggs

Cindy’s Breakfast Platter$22.00

Chilaquiles$27.00

Quiche$20.00

Comfort

Stuffed French Toast$27.00

Chicken and Waffles$28.00

Biscuits and Gravy$25.00

Not So Secret Secret Burger$26.00

Braised Pork Croque Madame$32.00

Sides

Bacon$8.00

Sausage$8.00

Scrambled Eggs$8.00

Home Fries$8.00

Vegan Chorizo$12.00

Sweets

Seasonal Sorbet$8.00

Doughnut$8.00

Fresh Baked Cookies$12.00

Sweet Potato Sticky Bun$16.00

Brunch + Lunch Beverages

DIY Mimosa

Francois Montand Brut NV, Jura, France$75.00

Champagne Drappier ‘Carte d’Or’ NV, Aube, France$125.00

Bloody Mary$18.00

Qahwa Coffee$18.00

Coffee

Drip Coffee$4.00

Espresso$5.00

Iced Estate Black Tea$5.00

Latte/Cappuccino$6.00

Matcha Latte$8.00

Kyoto Black Cold Brew$7.00

Tea

Rare Tea Cellars$8.00

Crema Earl Grey

Cloud Kissed Green

Regal English Breakfast

Mint Meritage

Emperor’s Chamomile

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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