Reviews - Offshore Rooftop
Reviews summary
Offshore offers a striking dining experience with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, particularly appreciated during off-peak seasons. While many guests rave about the vibrant ambiance and delectable food, service inconsistencies remain a sore point. Customers have noted both excellent and lackluster experiences, with instances of slow or disorganized service overshadowing the culinary delights. Some patrons enjoyed friendly staff and exceptional meals, while others encountered cold dishes and unresponsive servers. Despite mixed reviews regarding service quality, Offshore is recommended for those seeking a picturesque setting, especially for special occasions. A potential hidden gem when it operates smoothly.
Reviews from various users
Last update : 16.08.2024
Our server was horrible and gave herself auto-gratuity of 18%. We were a two top that came in at 7:30 PM, it was not that busy. She came to the table twice the entire time. We had to flag her down after waiting nearly 30 minutes to locate her. The views are great I would consider going back again for a drink at the bar but wouldn’t eat there again. My friend and I both used to be servers bartenders, we get it can get busy certainly would have understood if we were a larger party. But we likely would have tipped 18% still, just disappointed in her using auto gratuity to cover her incredibly poor service.
A beautiful venue even greater staff. Joselyn, Regina, Samantha were on point AMAZING!!! We had a wonderful time… and will be back!
VERY DISORGANIZED!!! Lot's of staff BUT it would appear that management does NOT know how to communicate. We reserved a table for the rooftop to be able to see the air and water show, booked in advance. They gave us the worst table and expected us to accept it, we did not accept it BUT took at least 15 minutes of talking to people about it. Abe was a GREAT waiter and when we finally were seated he took care of us. I ordered a caesar salad with chicken, it came with salmon, I like salmon so this was not a big deal for me, and clearly this was the error of the kitchen, the bill came and it clearly had chicken on the bill.
Being there for the Air Water Show on Sunday, August 12, 2024, it was the perfect place to enjoy the weather and watch the planes flying over. I love there was no set price, which made it affordable for everyone to come, you just needed a reservation. Those that didn't have a reservation were still able to come in and sit at the bar. I would do this again. The menu was short and affordable, our server Brittany was excellent!
The server was not very friendly and lacked warm hospitality. The truffle fries were served cold and the drinks were disappointing. Overall, I was not pleased with the experience.
Last update : 05.08.2023
We visited this restaurant with friends for drinks and light bites, and I was really looking forward to it because I'd heard about the amazing views of the city skyline. Depending on your seating location, you might get only views of Lake Michigan, or you could see both the lake and a bit of the skyline. The food was excellent, and the drinks were good as well; however, I wasn’t a fan of some drinks being served in plastic glasses. The outdoor patio has sections that can be reserved for private parties, which is a nice touch. The atmosphere is vibrant and trendy, and the service is quick and attentive. It tends to get quite busy on weekends, so I recommend making a reservation in advance.
The food was great for the price. The view was priceless. The service was awesome. Very helpful service staff. The drinks were decent as well. No complaints at all. I would definitely recommend for if you are in the city and want some brunch.
We ordered chicken tenders and the veggie pizza. They tasted okay, nothing out of thr ordinary. You go to the place for the experience and drinks but menu is limited. A bit pricey, and I recommend to go here in the evenings. The staff and service is really good.
This place is a must if you love ambience and beautiful views. I had the oysters and the tuna poke' bowl which was prepared to perfection. The drinks were strong and creative. I finished the night off with a watermelon margarita, which reminded of a summer night on my patio. I highly recommend!
I visited Chicago for the weekend and made a reservation weeks in advance, which I highly recommend since they seldom accept walk-ins and are usually fully booked. The food was delicious, although I felt the portion sizes could be a bit larger. We sampled various dishes, and none of them disappointed us. The view is absolutely fantastic and definitely worth the trip. Unfortunately, outdoor seating wasn't available during our visit, but the indoor setting was still nice and cozy. The prices were reasonable for restaurants in Chicago. If you appreciate great food and a lovely view, this is definitely the place to go!
Last update : 07.04.2023
We kept my birthday dinner here. Our server Sophia was absolutely excellent. The restaurant was able to make additional accommodation aswell. The food was absolutely delicious. I would return to absolute.
Very attentive staff. Eat delicious. Fantastic views of Lake Michigan and across downtown Chicago.
We brought our children for the experience and the memories. Our 10-yr-old said he felt like a millionaire dining in the rooftop with the spectacular views! We were there during their off season, which I'd recommend!
It was storming so hard to gauge what a normal noise level would be. It was still an awesome experience.
What a beautiful venue and delicious food! With food allergies, I am always nervous when dining at a new place but they were amazing! As soon as I mentioned my allergy, they were on point to ensure everything was safe for me to eat. The chef even made our appetizer from scratch to ensure no cross contamination. We had a wonderful, relaxing evening and truly enjoyed our meal. You cannot go wrong dining here and hope to return when we are next in Chicago
