IlO Godfrey

I visited this beautiful rooftop bar with a friend last weekend! From checking in to being served, all the staff were incredibly friendly. Since it was still pretty cold outside, the rooftop was covered but still offered a gorgeous view of the city. We only ordered drinks and they were all delicious: grapefruit spritz, espresso martini, amethyst destiny, and raspberry sorbetto. The favorite was the raspberry sorbetto, which featured a pop rocks rim and a delicious scoop of sorbet! Overall, great atmosphere, service, and drinks. Highly recommend

River North Rooftop..A friend and I stayed at the Godfrey, so it was only right to make a girl's night with the rooftop. How convenient!I've experienced IIO Godfrey before, so I was familiar. Did the whole reservation, paid my deposit, etc. However, I was taken aback about how long it took the hostesses to seat us. I was also not fond of where our table was located... all the way in the back by the waiter's station. All of the action was close to the middle of the rooftop, so our table was very unpleasant, but we made the best of it.Our waitress was bubbly and gave us some recommendations. Friend and I ordered the Frosé, which is a patron favorite. We also chose chicken skewers and garlic fries (which were amazing). Seating debacle aside, the real star is the views. So beautiful. Chicago is my top city to visit, so I never get enough of the sights. We also walked around the patio and caught vibes around the firepits, by the bars, and with all the action in the center.

My friend and I stayed at The Godfrey for our 5 day Chicago trip. We decided to check out the I/O Godfrey on Tuesday (3/26 @ 9pm) since Mondays they are closed. It was a mellow night because it was raining. There were a couple of parties there when we arrived. It wasn't too packed which we liked. The space itself was very nice and spacious. Big tv, glass windows for views, lively music, and nice bar area. I can see this place being popular during summer time. Our server told us that it's the only indoor and outdoor bar in Chicago. Hence why the name "I/O." So cool!! I got the raspberry sorbetto - which had pop rocks in it! The sorbet melted in my drink which made it sweet. I enjoyed my drink. My friend got the Peach Out (mocktail) and she said she enjoyed hers as well. We shared the signature black truffle fries and it did not disappoint. Good portion and it was very delicious. Just wished the fries at the bottom were crispier. Good amount of truffle and garlic flavor tho! Smells amazing!! Love the 2 sauces offering too.Our server was awesome. She was friendly/attentive and gave us drink recommendations. No complaints here. We had a great time.

I came in with a friend group when it was really nice out and the rooftop was open - We loved this place. We got the Bourbonberry lemonade Maker's Mark group drink for $65 and it had blackberry, house-made lemonade, agave, mint in it. It was so good and plenty for 5 people. The rooftop is on the 4th floor so not much of a rooftop view, but it's still a good view and just fun vibes with the loungey outdoor seating. We got to sit on a comfortable couch and enjoy the weather, views, and cocktails. I think they play pretty good music as well and the service great. It's pricey for cocktails but every rooftop in Chicago seems to have similar prices for cocktails now and this was not much more expensive than those. The second time I came we also got their truffle fries which I recommend as something to snack on while drinking. I would go during their happy hour but the timings for HH are super limited like 3PM - 5PM and on Fridays only until 3PM.

The pros: good music, fancy chic decor, nice outdoor views, good service.The cons: The drinks kinda suck especially for the price. If I'm being super picky, they use crushed ice for the old fashioned so it melts quick and got watery. Manhattan was overly sweet. Espresso martini was good though. $25 to make reservation through Tock, with the $25 being applied towards the final bill for 75 minutes at the table. They definitely rush you. Busboys kept asking to clear our plates and eventually cleared them while we still had food left AND our drinks when it still had some left. Such a pet peeve!!! 21% service fee charge too. WildI think it's cool to come look at the heated igloos and outdoor patio but other than that, I would pass. There are better rooftop bar experiences.

Love coming here for happy hour or evening views. Marina is awesome, took great care of us and makes delicious drinks.

Beautiful city views of Chicago. Big plus as this was right in the Godfrey hotel where we were staying.

I have been to this rooftop twice. One time at the end of summer and the second time in the middle of winter. The view from this hotel is really beautiful. The roof is actually retractable, so depending on the day it may be open or closed. At one point it started to rain and they closed it while we were there. My first experience was for a sponsored event for corporation and it was really nice. I like the way they had the different rooms section off so that you could have more areas for talking more for presenting your product other areas to lounge in. On the first occasion I was drinking at French 75 and my husband was drinking old-fashioned. We really enjoy both of those cocktails. The first experience we were able to try a lot of different food items from Godfrey. We enjoyed the prime rib, flatbread pizza, cheese curds and the sliders. Everything that we tried in regards to appetizers was really fresh and seasoned well.On my second occasion my friend was staying in the hotel so we decided to go get a drink after dinner. The space is lovely. located on the fourth floor you need either key or entrance via special elevator. The elevator staff were really nice the hostesses were fine. I will say on this occasion the barteners were kind of Snotty. Our drinks were good so that was nice. I asked bartender for a flower or something to make my Frose look pretty and he made a pretend flower with his hands. Okay...all you had to do was give me lemon twist or something. Anyway I love a Good Frose but I just thought the presentation of this one was lacking especially when you give me a big slushy straw to drink it out of. Even with poor presentation, I would order this again.

Stunning views from Godfrey's Rooftop and lounge were amazing. We Visited on a Saturday night bout 930ish. Reservations were a must. Wasn't much a crowd which I enjoyed the most. So Much space for buying customers and just enough room for private conversations amongst one another. We ordered the beef sliders and a few drinks which were really tasty. Our server was a generous gal. The beautiful rooftop & lounge had so much elegance. Everything about this place was top tier. Look forward to staying a few nights, and will be back!(2022)

As you walk into the hotel make an immediate left where you will find the elevator to take you to the 4th floor where the rooftop is located. On a Thursday night it was a lil dead but the music was hittin just a bit. Servers were very attentive, and sweet and even took my pictures for me. Being as it was my first time there I had to go out of my comfort zone and get the signature Godfrey roll which was tasty. I love the outdoor indoor concept, and can't wait to enjoy it when warmer.