Upstairs at The Gwen

Name: Upstairs at The Gwen
Address: The Gwen Hotel 521 N. Rush St., Chicago, IL, United States, 60611
Telephone: (872) 271-6010
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

216 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Great for happy hour

Experience the premier terrace in River North, located on the 5th floor of The Gwen, a one MICHELIN Key hotel, nestled along the iconic Magnificent Mile! Savor creative cocktails and indulge in delicious small and large plates crafted by Executive Chef Matt Jergens, all while enjoying the warm ambiance of our firepits and the stunning backdrop of towering skyscrapers. Our candlelit indoor lounge and bar offer the perfect setting to unwind, relax, and embrace the good life!

Join us on the weekends for Chicago's liveliest, most unique tea service, Tipsy Tea! Featuring scrumptious savory and sweet bites, bottomless beverages, a DJ spinning, and a special themed menu every month, this is one pinkies-down tea service you will never forget!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–1:00 am Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Phone number
(872) 271-6010
Website
https://www.thegwenchicago.com/dining/upstairs-at-the-gwen/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Jergens

Location
The Gwen Hotel, 521 N. Rush St., Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Between Grand Ave. & Illinois St.
Parking details
We do not validate parking.
Public transit
CTA: Red Line Train ("Grand" Stop)<br />Bus: 147, 148, 151, 145, 146, 3, 157, 29, 65
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

"All That Jazz" Tipsy Tea Party
$70.00 per person
Prepaid
Sep 7 - Sep 29, 2024
Give 'em the old razzle dazzle at our Chicago musical-themed tipsy tea party this September. Sip on tea-infused cocktails that'll make you feel like Roxie Hart all while grooving to the beats of our live DJ.
Delightfully Deetz Tipsy Tea Party
$70.00 per person
Prepaid
Oct 5 - Oct 27, 2024
It’s Showtime! Get ready to rock the afterlife at our Beetlejuice-themed tipsy tea party this October, where the drinks are as spirited as the guests. Sip on our tea-infused cocktails, groove to our DJ's tunes, and indulge in treats so delicious, you'll chant 'Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice' for seconds.
“Thank You For Being a Friend” Tipsy Tea Party
$70.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 2 - Nov 30, 2024
Gather your crew and unleash your inner Golden Girl at our November tea bash. Indulge in sassy tunes, tea-infused cocktails, delectable tower treats, and live DJ beats.

Creole Maple Old Fashioned$15.00
dickel rye, clemente rhum, maple syrup, orange & angostura bitters
Spicy Jungle Bird$18.00
plantation xaymaca rum, cocchi americano, pineapple, lime, demerara, peychaud’s and fire tincture bitters
Pink Cactus$18.00
yuu baal espadin mezcal, triple sec, lustau dry sherry, pink peppercorn syrup, lime, peychaud’s bitters
Pearadise$18.00
beefeater gin, spiced poire liqueur, lemon, cocchi torino dry vermouth
Fast Girl$18.00
wheatley vodka, rhubarb and ginger liqueurs, lemon, cucumber-mint soda
Barrrel-Aged Black Manhattan$18.00
bhakta 1928 rye whiskey, tuvè black note amaro, cherry bark vanilla bitters
Barrel-Aged Negroni$18.00
florence field gin, sweet vermouth, campari
Hugo Spritz$18.00
st. germaine, prosecco, club soda, mint
The Boss$18.00
wolfpoint bourbon, disaronno amaretto, cherry bark vanilla bitters

Seasonal Specialties

Whiskey Island Manhattan$18.00
dewar’s white label, heirloom pineapple amaro, disaronno amaretto, laphroaig 10 yr, lemon bitters
The O.D.F (old dirty fashioned)$18.00
jeppson’s malört, sorel liqueur, demerara, cherry bark and angostura bitters
Henny Fizz$18.00
hennessey vs cognac, blackberry, lemon, simple, prosecco
The Monte$18.00
poli grappa, honey, lemon, luxardo maraschino, campari, espresso liqueur float

Lux Classics

Tommy's Margarita$18.00
corazón tequila, agave, lime +add some heat and ask for it spicy!
Lion's Tail$18.00
wolfpoint bourbon, st. elizabeth allspice dram, lime, simple, angostura bitters
Mai Tai$18.00
brugal white rum, bacardi ocho rye cask rum, triple sec, orgeat, lime
Espresso Martini$18.00
absolut vanilla vodka, kahlúa, cold brew coffee
Gimlet$18.00
beefeater gin, lime, simple

Spirit-Free

Hot Honey Paloma$15.00
seedlip grove, spicy honey, grapefruit juice, grapefruit soda
Mate$15.00
lyre’s amaretti, pineapple, orange, lemon, almond bitters
Liar Lyre$15.00
lyre’s italian orange, soda, lyre’s amalfi spritz
Prickly Pear Limeade$15.00
jalapeño-infused seedlip garden, prickly pear syrup, lime
Cracker Jack$15.00
butter-washed lyre’s amaretti, popcorn demarera, molasses bitters
False Spring$15.00
seedlip spice, lemon, three cents aegean tonic, cucumber-mint soda
Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonics$8.00
choice of cherry chicory or apple dandelion
Grüvi Bubbly Rosé$15.00
275ml bottle
Grüvi Mocha Nitro Stout$8.00
335ml can

Sparkling

Bariano, Prosecco, Italy$16.00
ISC 'Ombre' Rose, 2020 Sparkling Rosé, Illinois$16.00
Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee 1785, Brut Reserve, Champagne, France$23.00
Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Rosé, Champagne, France$110.00
Veuve Clicquot$152.00
Yellow Label, Champagne, FR
Veuve Clicquot, La Grande Dame, Champagne, France$425.00
Dom Pérignon, 2012 Brut, Champagne, France$550.00

White & Rosé

AIX Rose, Provence, France$15.00
Marqués de Cáceres, Verdejo, Rueda, Spain$16.00
Marqués de Cáceres, Rose of Tempranillo, Rueda, Spain$16.00
Marqués de Cáceres, Cava, Penedès, Spain$16.00
Zilken, Butterfly, Riesling, Mosel, Germany$16.00
13 Celsius, Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy$16.00
Dashwood, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand $16.00
Domaine Régis Jouan, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, France$18.00
Sea Sun, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California$17.00
Vignerons Réunis, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$20.00
Saracco, Moscato d’asti, Piedmonte, Italy$15.00
Maison Sainte Marguerite Symphoniem Rosé, Provence, France$20.00

Reds

Begonia Sangria, Munica, Spain$14.00
premium canned sangria
Crunchy Rôastie, Syrah, Santa Barbara, California$16.00
El Domador, Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain$17.00
Santa Julia, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$16.00
Tenuta Scerscé Nettare, Nebbiolo, Rosso di Valtellina, Italy$18.00
Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells, Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington$16.00
Yorkville, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yorkville, California$20.00
Begonia Sangria, Muncia, Sapin$14.00
premium canned sangria

Bottles & Cans

Bottled Beers$8.00
Blue Moon, Bud Light, Budweiser, Coors Light, Founders All Day IPA, Goose Island 312, Goose Island IPA, Guinness, Heineken 0.0, Lagunitas IPA, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Modelo Especial, Stella Artois
3 Floyd’s Zombie Dust, IPA, Munster, Indiana $12.00
3 Floyd’s Gumballhead, American Wheat Pale Ale, Munster, Indiana$12.00
Dovetail, Vienna Lager, Chicago, Illinois $12.00
Half Acre Pony, Pilsner, Chicago, Illinois $12.00
Moody Tongue Chocolate Churro, Porter, Chicago, Illinois $16.00
Off Color Brewing Apex Predator, Saison, Chicago, Illinois $12.00
Off Color Brewing Dino S’mores, Imperial Stout, Chicago, Illinois $12.00

Draft Beers

Casa Humilde Cerveceria Maizal$12.00
Mexican Lager
Revolution Brewing Oktoberfest$12.00
German-style lager
Buckledown Brewing Belt & Suspenders$12.00
IPA
Solemn Oath Brewing Lü$12.00
kölsch

What 216 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

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

216 Reviews

A
Andrew
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great , the drinks even better and the overall ambience was exactly what we were looking for
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I booked an indoor reservation on Sunday afternoon. Once I arrived at the host stand, I requested an outside table however the host was unable to accommodate my party of 4. I was seated directly next to the host stand and witnessed the host offer parties with no reservation outdoor seating. After speaking with the manager, Boris was very accommodating and moved my party to an outdoor table at our request. The host was quite rude and condescending however Boris’ charm and kindness made our experience better.
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Laurie
Grand Rapids
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had a reservation, there was no shade available, in spite of tables open in the shade. The table we sat at was dirty we had to ask for it to be cleaned, they wiped the food into our laps, accidentally, and didn’t wipe clean the entire table. I spilled water, accidentally, and the insisted they had to clean it up. But the water remained on the slippery floor. The inbetween lunch and dinner menu (at 1pm) was very limited. It took 2 hours, due to extremely poor service. I would Not recommend this restaurant for any occasion. The staff isn’t rude, they just don’t care. For yogurt, ricotta toast, a waffle, and a bagel it was $135 without tip, nothing but tap water was consumed. Overall poor experience, lackluster food, terrible service, in a 4 star hotel river north restaurant.
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Tony
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Our brunch was decent. We had to wait a few minutes for the greeter to confirm our reservation. What I mean by that is that we were at the desk for about 8 minutes before anyone stopped over. We were seated on the Terrace, as we reserved. The food order was taken in a timely manner. They our waitress became invisible. It did not look like the restaurant was busy. I know that we weren't the only ones waiting to pay our checks after we were finished. All in all, the food was outstanding. Just wished they paid more attention to the customer.
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Neelima
Greater Boston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I showed up for my reservation at 8:30. We waited in line for 25 minutes before being seated at 8:55. We were seated at a couch not the counter seating we booked but she walked away before we could speak to her. Then we waited for 25 minutes - in that time no one spoke to us, or brought us water, or took our order. At this point, we walked out. This restaurant is super expensive, the view was mediocre and the service was unacceptable. I’m glad we didn’t even eat here because it would have been a waste of money. Happily dropped 300 bucks at RPM instead.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The service was slow i guess that happens when you have 1 server outside. Our reservation wasn’t held and had to wait an additional 15 minutes. Couch cushions outside were soaked and couldn’t make anything up for it. Was really excited to check this place out, left utterly disappointed.
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Tae
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was great and ther service was great it could’ve been quicker but the place was packed so I excuse them for that it was a fun time besides certain Things.
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nancy
Pittsburgh
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice experience good space!!
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Saurabh
Chicago
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
It’s Really bad ambience . Seems ordinary rooftop. Service good . Cocktails good.
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Maureen
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Would have liked a lunch menu at 12:00 on a Sunday. Lunch didn’t start until 2pm
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FAQs

Upstairs at The Gwen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (872) 271-6010.

Upstairs at The Gwen is rated 4.1 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

The Gwen Hotel, 521 N. Rush St., Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Between Grand Ave. & Illinois St.
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–1:00 am Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We do not validate parking.
Public transit
CTA: Red Line Train ("Grand" Stop)Bus: 147, 148, 151, 145, 146, 3, 157, 29, 65
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Jergens
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thegwenchicago.com/dining/upstairs-at-the-gwen/
Phone number
(872) 271-6010

Upstairs at The Gwen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

"All That Jazz" Tipsy Tea Party

Delightfully Deetz Tipsy Tea Party

“Thank You For Being a Friend” Tipsy Tea Party

Gwen's Signature Cocktails

Creole Maple Old Fashioned$15.00

Spicy Jungle Bird$18.00

Pink Cactus$18.00

Pearadise$18.00

Fast Girl$18.00

Barrrel-Aged Black Manhattan$18.00

Barrel-Aged Negroni$18.00

Hugo Spritz$18.00

The Boss$18.00

Seasonal Specialties

Whiskey Island Manhattan$18.00

The O.D.F (old dirty fashioned)$18.00

Henny Fizz$18.00

The Monte$18.00

Lux Classics

Tommy's Margarita$18.00

Lion's Tail$18.00

Mai Tai$18.00

Espresso Martini$18.00

Gimlet$18.00

Spirit-Free

Hot Honey Paloma$15.00

Mate$15.00

Liar Lyre$15.00

Prickly Pear Limeade$15.00

Cracker Jack$15.00

False Spring$15.00

Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonics$8.00

Grüvi Bubbly Rosé$15.00

Grüvi Mocha Nitro Stout$8.00

Sparkling

Bariano, Prosecco, Italy$16.00

ISC 'Ombre' Rose, 2020 Sparkling Rosé, Illinois$16.00

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee 1785, Brut Reserve, Champagne, France$23.00

Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Rosé, Champagne, France$110.00

Veuve Clicquot$152.00

Veuve Clicquot, La Grande Dame, Champagne, France$425.00

Dom Pérignon, 2012 Brut, Champagne, France$550.00

White & Rosé

AIX Rose, Provence, France$15.00

Marqués de Cáceres, Verdejo, Rueda, Spain$16.00

Marqués de Cáceres, Rose of Tempranillo, Rueda, Spain$16.00

Marqués de Cáceres, Cava, Penedès, Spain$16.00

Zilken, Butterfly, Riesling, Mosel, Germany$16.00

13 Celsius, Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy$16.00

Dashwood, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand $16.00

Domaine Régis Jouan, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, France$18.00

Sea Sun, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California$17.00

Vignerons Réunis, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$20.00

Saracco, Moscato d’asti, Piedmonte, Italy$15.00

Maison Sainte Marguerite Symphoniem Rosé, Provence, France$20.00

Reds

Begonia Sangria, Munica, Spain$14.00

Crunchy Rôastie, Syrah, Santa Barbara, California$16.00

El Domador, Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain$17.00

Santa Julia, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$16.00

Tenuta Scerscé Nettare, Nebbiolo, Rosso di Valtellina, Italy$18.00

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells, Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington$16.00

Yorkville, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yorkville, California$20.00

Begonia Sangria, Muncia, Sapin$14.00

Bottles & Cans

Bottled Beers$8.00

3 Floyd’s Zombie Dust, IPA, Munster, Indiana $12.00

3 Floyd’s Gumballhead, American Wheat Pale Ale, Munster, Indiana$12.00

Dovetail, Vienna Lager, Chicago, Illinois $12.00

Half Acre Pony, Pilsner, Chicago, Illinois $12.00

Moody Tongue Chocolate Churro, Porter, Chicago, Illinois $16.00

Off Color Brewing Apex Predator, Saison, Chicago, Illinois $12.00

Off Color Brewing Dino S’mores, Imperial Stout, Chicago, Illinois $12.00

Draft Beers

Casa Humilde Cerveceria Maizal$12.00