Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in West Loop (60607)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Aba
Destination rooftop Mediterranean spot where polished mezze meets a lush, scene-y patio.
Notable Picks
#1
Aba
8.9
Aba is a high-energy rooftop spot in Fulton Market where modern Middle Eastern–leaning mezze, shawarma-spiced proteins, and a deep cocktail list are matched by one of the most polished patios in the city. Locals treat it as a go-to for celebratory dinners, brunch with out-of-towners, and nights where food and scene both matter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whipped Feta with charred pita, Short Rib Hummus, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak
What makes it special: Destination rooftop Mediterranean spot where polished mezze meets a lush, scene-y patio.
#2
The Publican
8.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Trendy Table Hotspots
The Publican is a beer-focused hall where farmhouse-style pork, seafood, and bread anchor communal tables. It has evolved into a long-running West Loop fixture for big groups, hearty shared plates, and serious Belgian-leaning beer lists.
Must-Try Dishes:
Publican farm chicken with frites, Charcuterie and cheese board, Crispy pork rinds
What makes it special: Beer hall–style room where pork, seafood, and beer share top billing.
8.0
Parlor’s West Loop outpost is all about wood-fired pies, a deep beer list, and a sprawling patio that feels like a party most warm evenings. It’s less about quiet refinement and more about big-group hangs over playful pizzas and pitchers outside.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita Pizza, Sgt. Pepper pizza, Burrata Be Kidding Me pizza
What makes it special: Large patio-driven pizza bar where scene, drinks, and pizzas meet.
Worthy Picks
#4
Kaiser Tiger
7.9
Vibes:
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Group Dining Gatherings
Hidden Gems Heaven
Kaiser Tiger leans hard into beer, bacon, and sausage, anchored by a deep craft tap list and one of the West Loop’s largest beer gardens. Long picnic tables, games, and a hefty menu of smoked meats turn the patio into a casual hangout spot from brunch through late-night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole Bomb, Bomb Sandwich, Bacon Board
What makes it special: A sprawling beer garden dedicated to craft brews, bacon-heavy plates, and social outdoor drinking.
7.7
City Winery’s West Loop home pairs an on-site urban winery and intimate music venue with a wide patio fronting Randolph. Guests use the outdoor tables for pre-show dinners, wine flights, and Mediterranean-leaning small plates before heading inside for concerts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Tacos, Mushroom Flatbread, Bangin Hummus
What makes it special: An urban winery and concert venue with a sizable Randolph patio for sipping and snacking outdoors.