Which Chicago patios have sun right now?

Browse 198 listed outdoor dining spots in Chicago and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.

What are the best rooftop bars in Chicago?

Browse the rooftop category for Chicago where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.

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Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?

Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.

Can I find late outdoor dining in Chicago?

Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Chicago venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.

How can we choose a happy hour spot in Chicago?

Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.

I own a restaurant in Chicago — how do I get listed?

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Outdoor Dining in Chicago: Patios & Rooftop Bars

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198 listed outdoor dining spots

Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Chicago

We currently track 198 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Chicago, kept up to date by the community. None of them are in the sun right now — check the sun hours below.

Local favourites

The local mix stands out for 13 gardens, 13 beer gardens, 11 rooftop bars and 1 waterside spots. Use the filters to find the kind of sunny spot you want.

City snapshot

11
rooftop bars
1
waterside spots
13
gardens
10h 33min
Daylight

Sunset is at 17:51 and golden hour starts at 17:12.

Find outdoor dining in Chicago, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.

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Outdoor dining and group drinks in Chicago

Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in Chicago.

Sun forecasts, with limits made clear
Compare estimated sun hours for 198 listed spots in Chicago. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.
Ratings where available
Check available Google and Sun Map guest ratings alongside venue details. Missing ratings do not imply a place has been reviewed.
Live reports from locals
Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.
11 rooftops, filtered your way
Browse available rooftop, waterfront and shade categories. Details depend on the tags and sun hours recorded for each venue.
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Top 10 sunny terraces in Chicago

The ten best sun spots in Chicago right now, ranked from 198 mapped terraces.

The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

Best chance of evening sun today

No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 17:51.

Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

The sun in Chicago this week (week 44)

Here is the sun outlook for Chicago, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 198 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 17:54 after 10h 38min of daylight.

Days get 16 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 16:46.

Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Chicago and pick a spot with sun until 17:54.

Day	Sunset	Daylight
Monday 26 Oct Best evening	17:54	10h 38min
Tuesday 27 Oct	17:53	10h 35min
Wednesday 28 Oct	17:51	10h 33min
Thursday 29 Oct	17:50	10h 30min
Friday 30 Oct	17:49	10h 28min
Saturday 31 Oct	17:47	10h 25min
Sunday 1 Nov	16:46	10h 22min

The sun in Chicago today

Sunrise

07:19

Sun highest

12:35

Sunset

17:51

Golden hour

17:12

Daylight

10h 33min

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198 spots

Sunset in Chicago month by month

How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Chicago across the year.

Month	Sunset	Daylight
January	16:45	9h 28min
February	17:24	10h 36min
March	18:57	11h 54min
April	19:32	13h 21min
May	20:04	14h 33min
June	20:28	15h 13min
July	20:25	14h 56min
August	19:53	13h 53min
September	19:02	12h 31min
October	18:11	11h 7min
November	16:31	9h 50min
December	16:21	9h 9min

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Guide: sun and terraces in Chicago

Sun Map maps 198 outdoor spots in Chicago, including 11 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

Good to know

Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Chicago keep it longest.
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Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

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FAQ – Chicago

Which Chicago patios have sun right now?: Browse 198 listed outdoor dining spots in Chicago and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
What are the best rooftop bars in Chicago?: Browse the rooftop category for Chicago where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
Is Sun Map free?: Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?: Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
Can I find late outdoor dining in Chicago?: Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Chicago venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
How can we choose a happy hour spot in Chicago?: Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
I own a restaurant in Chicago — how do I get listed?: Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.

Sun King league in Chicago

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Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Chicago

Outdoor dining and group drinks in Chicago

Sun forecasts, with limits made clear

Ratings where available

Live reports from locals

11 rooftops, filtered your way

Free, and no account required

Choose a happy hour meeting spot together

Top 10 sunny terraces in Chicago

Castaways Beach Club

Corcoran's Grill & Pub

LH Rooftop

Pancho's Rooftop Cantina

Raised, an Urban Rooftop Bar

VU Rooftop Bar

Wrigley Rooftops

Wrigley Rooftops

Wrigley Rooftops

Cindy's Rooftop

Best chance of evening sun today

Cindy's Rooftop

Corcoran's Grill & Pub

LH Rooftop

Miler High Life Sky Lounge

Pancho's Rooftop Cantina

Raised, an Urban Rooftop Bar

Reggie’s Trainwreck Rooftop Deck

VU Rooftop Bar

The sun in Chicago this week (week 44)

The sun in Chicago today

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