Terrace 16

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Rooftop Table Above the Chicago Skyline

Perched on the 16th floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower, Terrace 16 brings together new American cuisine, a sweeping 200-seat outdoor patio, and some of the most arresting views in Chicago — the winding Chicago River, Lake Michigan, and the city's celebrated architectural skyline all visible from a single vantage point. The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, earned for 2025, speaks to the seriousness with which the restaurant approaches its thoughtful wine list and overall dining experience.

New American Cuisine, Indoors and Out

The menu is built around new American flavors, letting quality ingredients carry the conversation without unnecessary elaboration. The kitchen serves breakfast, weekday lunch, weekend brunch, and dinner, giving the restaurant a rhythm that stretches from morning coffee to late evening cocktails. Alongside the food, an extensive craft cocktail program rounds out a beverage offering that has earned Terrace 16 recognition from The Rooftop Guide as one of Chicago's best rooftop bars and restaurants.

The indoor dining room and bar carry the same convivial energy as the outdoor patio, so the experience holds up year-round. Seafood features as a natural pillar of the American menu, and the culinary team is attentive to dietary preferences across all services.

The Setting

A business and chic casual dress code keeps the atmosphere polished without being stiff — fitting for a room where the views alone set a certain tone. Whether the occasion is a weekend brunch overlooking the river or a dinner as the city lights come on, Terrace 16 earns its reputation through a combination of genuine hospitality, a well-considered wine program, and a location that Chicago restaurants rarely match.