Looking for outdoor patios in Chicago, IL? We've tracked 180 outdoor patios. Browse the list below — or let our AI trip planner build a Chicago itinerary around them.
Our highest-rated outdoor patios in Chicago
Ranked by visitor ratings and reviews
We track 180 restaurants and bars with real outdoor seating in Chicago, IL. top-rated picks is one of the most-visited. Shaded patios book up fast on warm evenings — reserve when you can, and check whether they take walk-ins on the business page.
Many but not all. Patios in IL can legally allow dogs at the operators discretion, and most Chicago patios on this list do — but always check the patio policy or call ahead, especially at upscale spots.
In Chicago, IL, patio season typically runs from early spring through late fall. Heat lamps and umbrellas extend it on both ends. The busiest patio windows are weekend brunches and weekday happy hours when the weather cooperates.
About half of the 180 spots on this list take patio reservations specifically; the rest are first-come, first-served. The reservation policy is noted on each business page along with phone number and direct booking links.
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