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: 4.2

4.2

288 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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

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2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Great for creative cocktails
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!

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
Private party facilities
We’re here to help you plan your next memorable event at The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel. Please contact our event specialists to learn more information: RFP@thegwenhotel.com

Location
The Gwen Hotel, 521 N. Rush St., Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Between Grand Avenue and Illinois Street
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
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

"Botanical Bliss" Tipsy Tea Party
$70.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Step into a blooming wonderland at The Gwen with Botanical Bliss Tipsy Tea, available from April to June. Delight in a selection of fragrant teas, botanical-infused cocktails, and delicate seasonal bites, all designed to transport you to a lush floral escape. Sip and savor in elegance as we celebrate the beauty of spring—one petal, one pour, and one perfect moment at a time. +To reserve, please select one add-on per guest. You are welcome to upgrade packages upon arrival. +Please ensure to arrive on-time for your reservation to maximize the most out of your 2 hour experience. +We require 2 days notice in order to receive a full refund in the event you need to cancel your reservation.

Creole Maple Old Fashioned$15.00
dickel rye, clemente rhum, maple syrup, orange & angostura bitters
Barrel-Aged Negroni$18.00
florence field gin, sweet vermouth, campari
The Redeemer$19.00
novo fogo tanager cachaça, heirloom pineapple amaro, lime, grapefruit bitters
The Eugene$19.00
starlight bourbon, disaronno amaretto, cherry bark bitters
Henny Fizz$19.00
hennessey vs cognac, blackberry, lemon, simple, prosecco
Barrel-Aged Black Manhattan$19.00
bhakta 1928 rye whiskey, tuvè black note amaro, cherry bark vanilla bitters
Barrel-Aged Negroni$19.00
starlight gin, sweet vermouth, campari

Seasonal Tarot Specialties

The Magician$20.00
casamigos reposado tequila, orgeat, stirrings ginger liqueur, lime, pumpkin spices, all spice dram
Temperance $18.00
dos hombres mezcal, licor 43, bertoux brandy, cold brew, fire bitters
The Fool$18.00
captain morgan rum, butterscotch liqueur, cream soda
Judgement $19.00
ford's gin, apologue celery root liqueur, sweet vermouth, lime bitters
The Emperor$20.00
basil hayden bourbon, heirloom génépy, cointreau, lemon
Strength$19.00
wheatley vodka, apologue aronia & persimmon liqueurs, lemon, egg white

Lux Classics

Tommy's Margarita$18.00
corazón tequila, agave, lime +add some heat and ask for it spicy!
Paper Plane$20.00
whistlepig 6 yr piggyback rye whiskey, aperol, amaro nonino, lemon
Bee's Knees$18.00
barrhill tomcat gin, lemon, honey syrup
Hemingway Daiquiri $18.00
plantation 3 stars white rum, luxardo maraschino, lime, grapefruit
Vodka Gimlet$18.00
grey goose vodka, lime, simple
Penicillin$20.00
glenmorangie X single malt, lemon, honey, stirrings ginger liqueur, laphroaig 10 yr single malt

Spirit-Free

Hot Honey Paloma$15.00
seedlip grove, spicy honey, lime, cranberry, 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
Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beers$9.00
Upside Dawn Golden Ale, Run Wild IPA
Grüvi Bubbly Rosé$15.00
275ml bottle
Grüvi Mocha Nitro Stout$9.00
335ml can

Bottles & Cans

Bottled Beers$9.00
Blue Moon, Bud Light, Budweiser, Coors Light, Founders All Day IPA, Goose Island 312, Goose Island IPA, Guinness, 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
High Noon Hard Seltzer$14.00
Lime, Passionfruit
Vandermill Hard Cider$9.00

Draft Beers

Casa Humilde Cerveceria Maizal$12.00
Mexican Lager
Revolution Brewing Fistmas$12.00
holiday red ale
Buckledown Brewing Belt & Suspenders$12.00
IPA
Solemn Oath Brewing Lü$12.00
kölsch

White & Rosé

August Kessler 'R', Reisling, Mosel, Germany$15.00
Borghi Ad Est, Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy$16.00
Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$17.00
Domaine Régis Jouan, Sauvignon Blanc - Sancerre, France$20.00
La Crema, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma, California$18.00
Talbott 'Kali Hart', Chardonnay, Monterey, California$21.00
Louis Jadot, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$20.00
Château d'Esclans 'Whispering Angel', Rosé, Provence, France$20.00

Sparkling

Bariano, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$17.00
ISC 'Ombre' Brut Rosé, Sparkling Rosé, Utica, Illinois$18.00
Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee 1785, Brut Reserve, Champagne, France$27.00
Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Rosé, Champagne, France$300.00
Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, Champagne, France$220.00
Veuve Clicquot, 2012 La Grande Dame, Champagne, France$600.00
Dom Pérignon, 2012 Brut, Champagne, France$800.00

Red

Cambria 'Julia's Vineyard', Pinot Noir, Santa Maria, California$20.00
El Domodor, Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain$18.00
Viña Cobos 'Felino', Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$20.00
Tenuta Scersce 'Nettare', Nebbiolo, Rosso di Valtellina, Italy$22.00
Unshackled, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$20.00
Ferrari Carano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California$19.00

What 288 people are saying

Upstairs at The Gwen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Upstairs at The Gwen offers a "romantic ambience" with fantastic food and attentive service. Guests enjoy unique touches like "the hat hair clip" and creative dishes like the Chorizo Bowl. The rooftop is a standout feature, perfect for curling or enjoying drinks. The atmosphere is lively, though some find the tea service "overpriced."

288 Reviews

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Frank VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best rooftop I have visited in Chicago. Very romantic ambience.
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Janice
Chicago1 review
2.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We were underwear by the food. Overall over priced.
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Amie
Coastal Georgia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our time there!! Food great and service excellent!!
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Elizabeth
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was amazing! The food was fantastic. I loved the hat hair clip!
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Kimberly
Chicago2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I really enjoy myself at the tipsy tea brunch but the food selection that comes with the package doesn’t match the cost of the brunch. The smoked salmon was horrible and the pinwheels were dry. The D.J was a very nice touch and the staff were very friendly and nice. I would come back in the summer for the rooftop.
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Angie
Chicago39 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great space. Chocolate fondue was cold and heaters were out of propane. Server was attentive.
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Joseph VIP
Chicago6 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had a coupon from Hugo Boss. At first the waiter was not happy about it and went to check with management. Once it was clear that the coupon was acceptable he was an attentive waiter. The food was great especially the curried peanuts!
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Kim
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time at the Dripping in Pink afternoon tea. It was a perfect way to celebrate my friend’s engagement. The staff was wonderful and welcoming. The DJ had a great mix of music. The food was delicious and my only complaint was there could have been more for the price. You are able to order ala carte and we added some items to round it out. They should definitely put the fig and blue cheese flatbread on the menu. It was so delicious. All the savory options for the tea were really well done.
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John
Chicago1 review
2.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food, but the drinks were way too expensive. I really wanted to try the curling, but they closed the outdoor rooftop due to wet snow.
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Jamila VIP
Chicago44 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We attended the Tipsy Tea Party - it was really nice... the table setting made you feel like you were having afternoon tea at Buckingham palace...very dainty and elegant. The staff was very friendly, patient, and helpful throughout our experience. I rated them low on value because I believe that for the price of the experience, there is room for improvement to really make it seem worthwhile. 1)Instead of 90 minutes, they should offer 2 hour reservations. An additional 30 minutes would have been nice. It would help it feel more like an experience for the guest, not just a drop in tea. 2)They should either offer more savory food options (sandwiches, pinwheels, etc.) on the treats tower or include an appetizer in the price and adjust portions to fit the party size like they do for the treats on the tower. The music was good (pop genre) and added to the atmosphere. Overall, I think it deserves an 8/10
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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 4.2 stars by 288 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Between Grand Avenue and Illinois Street
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
Private party facilities
We’re here to help you plan your next memorable event at The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel. Please contact our event specialists to learn more information: RFP@thegwenhotel.com

Upstairs at The Gwen

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

"Botanical Bliss" Tipsy Tea Party

Gwen's Signature Cocktails

Creole Maple Old Fashioned$15.00

Barrel-Aged Negroni$18.00

The Redeemer$19.00

The Eugene$19.00

Henny Fizz$19.00

Barrel-Aged Black Manhattan$19.00

Barrel-Aged Negroni$19.00

Seasonal Tarot Specialties

The Magician$20.00

Temperance $18.00

The Fool$18.00

Judgement $19.00

The Emperor$20.00

Strength$19.00

Lux Classics

Tommy's Margarita$18.00

Paper Plane$20.00

Bee's Knees$18.00

Hemingway Daiquiri $18.00

Vodka Gimlet$18.00

Penicillin$20.00

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

Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beers$9.00

Grüvi Bubbly Rosé$15.00

Grüvi Mocha Nitro Stout$9.00

Bottles & Cans

Bottled Beers$9.00

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

High Noon Hard Seltzer$14.00

Vandermill Hard Cider$9.00

Draft Beers

Casa Humilde Cerveceria Maizal$12.00

Revolution Brewing Fistmas$12.00

Buckledown Brewing Belt & Suspenders$12.00

Solemn Oath Brewing Lü$12.00

White & Rosé

August Kessler 'R', Reisling, Mosel, Germany$15.00

Borghi Ad Est, Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy$16.00

Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$17.00

Domaine Régis Jouan, Sauvignon Blanc - Sancerre, France$20.00

La Crema, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma, California$18.00

Talbott 'Kali Hart', Chardonnay, Monterey, California$21.00

Louis Jadot, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France$20.00

Château d'Esclans 'Whispering Angel', Rosé, Provence, France$20.00

Sparkling

Bariano, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$17.00

ISC 'Ombre' Brut Rosé, Sparkling Rosé, Utica, Illinois$18.00

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee 1785, Brut Reserve, Champagne, France$27.00

Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Rosé, Champagne, France$300.00

Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, Champagne, France$220.00

Veuve Clicquot, 2012 La Grande Dame, Champagne, France$600.00

Dom Pérignon, 2012 Brut, Champagne, France$800.00

Red

Cambria 'Julia's Vineyard', Pinot Noir, Santa Maria, California$20.00

El Domodor, Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain$18.00

Viña Cobos 'Felino', Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$20.00

Tenuta Scersce 'Nettare', Nebbiolo, Rosso di Valtellina, Italy$22.00

Unshackled, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$20.00

Ferrari Carano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California$19.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary