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Cite

4.0
4
3449 Reviews
$50 and over
American
Cité holds the WOW factor in Fine Dining.

Enjoy Amazing 360 Degree Panoramic Views 70 Floors Up of the Chicago Skyline, Navy Pier, The Harbor, and Lake Michigan. Delight in Delicious Gourmet Cuisine with a French Flair and Outstanding Fine Dining Service.

Cité is Chicago's Most Romantic Restaurant hands down. They have been pouring romance among the stars for over 47 years. Take in the views from our Sky Lounge while enjoying one of our Signature Libations.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Traditional French, Continental

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (312) 644-4050

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Oscar Ornelas

  • Catering

    Private Dining is available. Please Call our Private Dining Manager at (312) 644-4050 or email events@citechicago.com

  • Private party facilities

    Cité can accommodate Corporate or Private affairs from cocktail receptions to 3, 4 and 5 course plated dinners, Cité provides an incredible dining experience with impeccable service and great attention to detail. Private Dining is available. Please Call our Private Dining Manager at (312) 644-4050 or events@citechicago.com

  • Private party contact

    Cindy Busch: (312) 971-9095

  • Neighborhood

    Gold Coast / Streeterville

  • Cross street

    Grand Avenue

  • Parking details

    Third party valet parking is based on availability. Cost of parking starts at $26 for the first 2 hours and increases every 2 hours. Parking is not guaranteed and additional parking garages are located within the area. Call for further details, or try an app such as SpotHero.

  • Public transit

    Navy Pier Trolley, Grand Avenue Bus 65, State Street 29 Bus

  • Entertainment

    Enjoy live entertainment and amazing Jazz lineup most weekends. Call to confirm! Every Wednesday & Saturday, you'll enjoy a birds eye view of AON's Extravagant FIREWORKS display at Navy Pier during the Summer months until Labor Day. Check the Navy Pier website for more information.Cité brings Dinner & Theater to new exciting level. The Chicago Shakespeare Theater present several theater events during the summer months as well. To see their calendar, you may go to our web-page under promotions and events.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Romance Package

    $10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Make your evening a little more special with roses and rose petal service! Please note that packages are nonrefundable.
  • Star Romance Package

    $32.50 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Make your evening extra special with roses, rose petal service and chocolate covered strawberries! The Star Romance Package includes roses, rose petal service and chocolate covered strawberries. Please note that packages are nonrefundable.

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What 3,449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Great for scenic views

  • Chicago

    Great for scenic views

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  1. YoloC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    View is beautiful but the food is lacking flavor. ordered the tomahawk w/lobster tails for 2 dinner special. It was not worth it no seasoning and they dumped gray all over the steak that didn't taste like anything. They were playing lord techno music and my husband had to ask them to turn it down. The drink were good tho and the staff was great except the fact that we told the waitress while ordering that I couldn't have green bears and they came out with the order anyway. All the other staff was nice pleasant and helpful
  2. achan1

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    FINE DINING?! McDonald’s then should be considered FINE DINING. Food - 0 Service - 0 I sent an email requesting to have a manager reach out to me due to our experience the night we went - no answer. We had an horrendous experience for my boyfriend’s birthday dinner. and we spoke with the “manager on duty” Carlos who was also the Bartender. We shared our grievances about tonight’s service and was given absolutely no respect nor response except for “okay, pay the bill.” We were not ever going to not pay the bill, but expected acknowledgement/responsibility for what happened. But all Carlos could say was, “okay.” He was 1) obviously not the manager; or 2) untrained manager, because he did not act like one at all. I have also never seen a manager behind the bar dressed in all black and no suit jacket in a fine dining restaurant. On top of it, Carlos said he was unable to come to our table because he was “very busy”, if he had to come to the table to hear our grievances, which would have taken just a few minutes out of his time, it could have been resolved. I told asked him if he cared about his customers, he said yes, I asked why he couldn’t stop by our table to speak to us, he said he was busy with the bar. Doesn’t seem to value customer service especially when there is a grievance. Our main grievance was that we asked for a table by the window. I understand it was first come first serve. We asked blanca, our waitress, and she said none were available. However, we saw two parties be sat at empty tables next to the window 10-15 minutes later. The table behind us threatened to leave if they did not get to move to the other table. I respect the service industry as I was once in that industry when I was younger. I did not think we would need to THREATEN to leave to get our request fulfilled or good service.  We got our food. DISGUSTING. ABSOLUTELY not fine dining but more of mediocre banquet food that you have to eat because you did not eat all day. We only saw ou
  3. SanaaH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Food was horrible and not worth the money. I don’t think I’ve ever had a filet taste so bad in my entire life. Very minimal selections to choose from. Very very slow service. Would not recommend going.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We went for my husband’s birthday, and while the view was good we would not return. The view was the best part about dining. The food was just okay, but left much to be desired. I did communicate that it was a birthday celebration in the booking, but that wasn’t even acknowledged. The server was new, and this did play a part in the experience not being wonderful. We understand how challenging that can be but just want to be honest about the experience. Nothing about it made us want to return.
  5. MsDacia

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    We went to celebrate our 10th anniversary and when we arrived, we were shocked to see how dated and drab the restaurant looked. The only saving grace was the view. When we reserved, we informed them it was our anniversary and requested the romance package, yet the table they sat us at was next to a loud party of 6 with a child that would not stay at their table and played with loud toys throughout the dining room. They could have moved us or never sat us next to them to begin, considering that party of 6 was on desserts before we arrived, so a bit of awareness would have been nice. We settle in and noticed a bug on my menu. Not sure how a fruit fly would have flown up two separate elevators and into the dining room, so I am sure this came from the kitchen. Speaking of the menus, they were cheap and informed us that 20% gratuity is automatically added to every check. We decided to stick it out anyway, and went to Yelp to see photos and help us decide what to order, and the food reviews were terrible. One dish was described as “tasted like death” and another was described as “frozen and microwaved”. For the prices of the items and our previous observations, we canceled our order, paid for our drinks and left. Worst dinner ever! I see why they force gratuity, because no one wants to pay more on top of what they were already forced to pay for. They need to shut down and get it together. You cannot give diners who are paying you money experiences like this.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Will definitely go back to Cite. Recommended.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don’t know about all these 1,2,3 stars on this restaurant but for me was a 5 and beyond service was amazing food was amazing drinks was amazing and they actually read your request unlike some others our romance dinner was a 5+ we had a tomahawk steak with lobster tails it was delicious specially with a picky eater and she loved it this a spot to go to experience and romance and if Willing to put money down on a chef that throws it down, BIG UPS TO THE CHEF! This is a Mia go again spot!!!! Thanks you guys for your hospitality!!!!!!
  8. SheldonB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    The $70 delmonico had so much gristle. The prices were exhorbitant fir the quality of the food. Will never go back
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall3food1service2ambience5
    The views were absolutely amazing however the food was more along the lines of an Applebees instead up an upscale restaurant. The steak was dry and had no flavor, the sides were not good either. The drinks were good, so we did enjoy those. Since it was my husbands birthday, we tried to make the best of it and enjoy our views but we were disturbed by a photographer soliciting our table and everyone around us for a photo. It was not classy at all. Our server had to be flagged down a few times as she never returned to check on us after the food but did come by 3 times for the check 🫤.
  10. Piegb

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    Great view but that's all. Has extreme potential if new management appointed.
  11. RODNEYH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This birthday dinner was EPIC!!!! We had the most amazing view of downtown Chicago. The food was AWESOME, no complaints at all. We will visit again, very soon.
  12. MikeR

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Awesome views, excellent food, server was 💯 top notch, top notch Pricey
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    This is the worst restaurant I’ve ever been to at this price point. Not even the view could save the experience.
  14. JasmineG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went there for our anniversary and it was phenomenal! The view and food was to die for!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall4food2service2ambience5
    Steak very bland absolutely no seasonings on it. Waiter rushed us to order then once we ordered didn’t even come and ask if we wanted a second drink.
  16. SalvadorK

    Orlando

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    Prices high for poor quality food. Only attractive thing is the view. Otherwise not worth it. The only choice available in open table was Experience, which forces you to pay at least 10 dollars per person for a single rose. There is a mandatory 20 percent tip, and when presented with the bill there is a suggestion for an extra 10%. The menu choices are few.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall1food2service4ambience2
    Old looking interior but great iconic building . Great view. Had a fold out table for our group. Steak was over done. Paper menus -at that price very high a nice menu book would be a good touch. The pillars were wrapped in cloth seams cheap. There was food leftover at reception. This place has the best city view to bad the rest didn’t match that.
  18. Greg

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the lobster bisque and Filet, my wife had the risotto and duck. All dishes were great. The view was worth it, the meal was great, but you’re paying for the view!
  19. SheilaC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Very overpriced, but you get the view. Bartender was good. The steaks...another story. Most fat I have ever had on a NY strip. If you order medium or medium rare, you will get rare. Scallops appetizer has TWO pieces. If you want the view, better to go to Willis Tower.
  20. Jason

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    The food was not as I expected. service was not really good they don’t have a professional staff.
  21. ZoeS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    For my wife and I first time there, the experience was awesome! Will go back again!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Dinner was great Wife loved it We both loved the view and the food! Perfect anniversary. Thank you
  23. jayde34

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    It’s my birthday so I was excited to celebrate at a restaurant with beautiful views. The food was horrible. The risotto I ordered has cottage cheese and tasted sour. The meal was terrible. I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant
  24. NAFaziz

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    When I came inside the restaurant it’s smell so bad and warm.Booked before two days to get window view table as it was informed but got it in dark place. Food are expensive but the service and food quality is bad. The person who taking order and he was the one taking order is unprofessional and disrespectful. The girls who in the front desk are u professional and one girl even mentioned I don’t think she booked lol 😂. The table was not ready and unprofessional. I am surprised how come it’s fancy and exclusive restaurant though the service and restroom are disgusting. The soap are Cheap and not good .One person I felt and my friends even told me he is respectful and professional and his name Edgar. I am sorry if I spell wrong.
  25. Juana

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    First time going here, was very excited. Got there host was rude. Waiter was not helpful, nor cheerful. Seemed annoyed. Food was good, i expected more for what i paid.
  26. BobL

    Chicago

    89 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We enjoyed our dinner. I thought the restaurant was supposed to revolve but it did not. We had a nice view of the sunset but the roof view was obtrusive and we were seated in a hallway. I had a couple of martinis and they were stupid expensive.
  27. Bella

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been coming here for yrs to celebrate my birthday and today I brought my daughter to celebrate her 16th. The food and service was amazing parking inexpensive. Everything was perfect waitress explained everything efficiently and executed excellent customer service. Very diverse environment hidden treasure!!!!!!! Perfect view!
  28. AngelaD

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    Drinks & view were great, food was terrible. Service was average. Lady badgering us to take a photo & all of the patrons taking their own photos/videos was very distracting from the experience.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    Did not enjoy the food
  30. JonB

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant on the 70th floor promises breathtaking views of the city and amazing food. Both were a home run when we visited on October 21, 2022. We arrived just at sunset and got to see the city come to life at night. Everyone found something on the menu they liked and really enjoyed.
  31. HalconCalvo

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall1food3service3ambience1
    Da la apariencia de ser un restaurante giratorio y debió serlo en antaño pero hoy está abandonado, con solo una parte funcionando, no merece la pena en lo absoluto!!!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    For the amount of money they charge, you would think they be more attentive to there customers. One staff member working bar and all the tables. Didn’t offer the best quality of liquor to us because other customers said it’s to expensive ( not your call to make when I’m paying the bill,lol). Book a star romance package ( an upfront charge) and they served us frozen strawberries. Luckily the view was amazing.
  33. JERRAYEM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really loved the set up and that made it that much awesome for the proposal that I presented and she said yes so it was an awesome experience and we will definitely be visiting again
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience5
    No host when we arrived. Was seated and waited about 20 minutes before we were greeted by our waitress. The views were amazing. The food was bland except the lobster Mac and cheese and duck. The waitress wasn’t super attentive which was disappointing since the food fell short. Save your money and take your chances at another scenic restaurant
  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone was pleasant and food was great. A wonderful experience.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Very good and quick service
  37. DanielW

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    So when I first walked in the person at the door stopped me and said I wasn’t dressed appropriately in my opinion I think she just saw a black man and assumed I had on some Jordan’s I had on casual shoes and casual clothes the manager had to come to correct the error but the initial experience was very embarrassing
  38. MuhammadA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great, I believe they can add some more vegan options in entree
  39. MikeK

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Overall experience was awful — food, service, ambience, and comfort of the restaurant. Recommendation, save the money and head to any restaurant in Chicago — see the skyline on your next trip into or out of Chicago.
  40. LawrenceS

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience4
    Unnecessarily overpriced. Too expensive. No itemized bill.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cite is rated 4 stars by 3449 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cite

505 North Lake Shore Drive (Navy Pier), Lake Point Towers, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Grand Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Gold Coast / Streeterville

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Traditional French, Continental

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Third party valet parking is based on availability. Cost of parking starts at $26 for the first 2 hours and increases every 2 hours. Parking is not guaranteed and additional parking garages are located within the area. Call for further details, or try an app such as SpotHero.

  • Public transit

    Navy Pier Trolley, Grand Avenue Bus 65, State Street 29 Bus

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Oscar Ornelas

  • Entertainment

    Enjoy live entertainment and amazing Jazz lineup most weekends. Call to confirm! Every Wednesday & Saturday, you'll enjoy a birds eye view of AON's Extravagant FIREWORKS display at Navy Pier during the Summer months until Labor Day. Check the Navy Pier website for more information.Cité brings Dinner & Theater to new exciting level. The Chicago Shakespeare Theater present several theater events during the summer months as well. To see their calendar, you may go to our web-page under promotions and events.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (312) 644-4050

  • Catering

    Private Dining is available. Please Call our Private Dining Manager at (312) 644-4050 or email events@citechicago.com

  • Private party facilities

    Cité can accommodate Corporate or Private affairs from cocktail receptions to 3, 4 and 5 course plated dinners, Cité provides an incredible dining experience with impeccable service and great attention to detail. Private Dining is available. Please Call our Private Dining Manager at (312) 644-4050 or events@citechicago.com

  • Private party contact

    Cindy Busch: (312) 971-9095

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