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Utopian Tailgate, Chicago, IL

Utopian Tailgate

4.1
4.1
183 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
A place for friends, wanderers, and adventurers. May you have a drink in your hand and a song in your heart. A playground for grownups 21+

With a curated menu of elevated tailgate fare and an extensive bar program, Utopian Tailgate delivers high times, chill vibes, and an unforgettable experience where the party never ends... and neither do the views.

Perched high atop Piper's Alley, above world-famous comedy enclave The Second City, Utopian Tailgate is Chicago's best never-ending rooftop party. Super-sized Jenga, drinking games, disco dance party, and a whole lot more mix with elevated eats and whimsical whistle-wetters all year ‘round.

Reservations are encouraged, but we always accept walk-ins until we reach capacity. Reservations will be held for 15 minutes. We offer indoor and outdoor table reservations, as well as party booths (with minimum required spend). We're a 21+ venue.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 210-7799
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Heather "Yoshi" Yoshimura: (312) 404-2020
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    North & Wells<br />The Rooftop Above Second City & Piper's Alley
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 183 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Utopian Tailgate offers an "amazing atmosphere" with city views, vibrant decor, and fun games like cup pong. Patrons love the "great service" and "party vibes," making it ideal for celebrations. While the food receives mixed reviews, the lively ambiance and "good drinks" ensure a memorable visit.

183 Reviews
  1. Joseph

    VIP

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chris is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!! Made our time amazing. Definitely coming back to see him.

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  2. Martin

    VIP

    New York City

    45 reviews

    3.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Went there since we were going to see the Second City troupe and wanted someplace nearby for dinner beforehand. It is certainly close to Second City. Burger - salad - munchies. Nothing special, but worthwhile if you’re going to second city next.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall first time experience was good. We went around noon so not crowded at all. Nice rooftop for a casual lunch.
    Utopian TailgateResponded on November 8, 2024
    Hi, Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to dine with us at Utopian Tailgate. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit and found our rooftop setting to be a good choice for your lunch. We strive to provide a memorable experience for all our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back for another casual lunch soon. Best, Utopian Tailgate Team

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  4. Stephanie

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and scenery! the drinks are perfect and the bartenders are super friendly!
    Utopian TailgateResponded on November 8, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, StephanieV! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, scenery, and drinks at Utopian Tailgate. Your kind words about our friendly bartenders and the overall value of our restaurant are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers! Utopian Tailgate Team

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  5. Asia

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Fried pickles were great! I don't recommend the animal fries. The nachos were good but I wouldn't get it again. We had to go find a waitress to take our order after we were there for at least 30 minutes so that sucked. Had to get the waitress again for the check. Drinks were good.
    Utopian TailgateResponded on November 15, 2024
    Hi Asia! Thanks for the review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our fried pickles and that our drinks were good. We apologize for the wait and the service issues you experienced. We value your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope to serve you again soon. Best Wishes, Utopian Tailgate Team

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  6. Hector Fabio

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    La comida no no gustó , precios exagerados . Muy demorado el servicio.

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  7. gino

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    music could’ve been better but other then that 10/10 must try again.
    Utopian TailgateResponded on October 31, 2024
    Hello gino, Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Utopian Tailgate. We're always looking for ways to improve, so we appreciate your feedback. We're looking forward to welcoming you back for another must try experience soon. Thanks again for choosing us! Cheers, Utopian Tailgate Team

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  8. Michael

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I was slightly disappointed after waiting one hour for a chicken sandwich . I consider myself very understanding of low staffed dining rooftops and restaurants but this place must’ve had 6 clients at most. The bartender was on his phone a ton. Hope they figure to do better. Waitress was extremely sweet, love her! The sandwich was mid. 6.5/10
    Utopian TailgateResponded on September 18, 2024
    Hello Michael, We're sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at Utopian Tailgate. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and it's clear we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into account as we continually work to improve our service. We hope you'll reconsider and give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best regards, Utopian Tailgate Team

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  9. Sherika

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was mediocre. Nothing to talk about. Definitely nothing to rush back for overall very good experience. Good time with friends just to meet up were great. Drinks were drinks.
    Utopian TailgateResponded on September 18, 2024
    Hey Sherika, Thanks for the review. We're glad you chose to meet up with us at Utopian Tailgate and had a good time. We understand your concerns about the food and we appreciate your honesty. We strive to provide a variety of dishes and drinks to cater to all tastes. We hope to have the opportunity to impress you with our food in the future. Best Wishes, Utopian Tailgate Team

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  10. Daphanie

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience food good music good an the people was sooooo nice❤️
    Utopian TailgateResponded on September 18, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Utopian Tailgate. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, music, and our friendly staff. We strive to make every guest feel special and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to your next visit. Cheers! Utopian Tailgate Team

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Utopian Tailgate is rated 4.1 stars by 183 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Google Map for Utopian Tailgate

1608 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North & Wells<br />The Rooftop Above Second City & Piper's Alley
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 210-7799
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Heather "Yoshi" Yoshimura: (312) 404-2020
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