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Signature Lounge at the 96th

Signature Lounge at the 96th Chicago United States 41.898947 -87.622916
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Bar / Lounge

Ratings:

Lucas

Adriana

Jonah

Emma

Neighborhood:

Streeterville

Address:

John Hancock Center
875 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
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Train:

Red Line: Chicago

Phone:

312-787-9596

Links:

Official Website

Hours:

M–Th, Su 11am–12:30am, F–Sa 11am–1:30am

Recommended as:

Day Spot Night Spot

Signature Lounge at the 96th Review

Tip from Emma:

“To the lucky gals, be sure to check out the incredible view from the women’s room – where else can you see Chicago’s skyline touching the lake shore while you powder your nose?”

The Scene

Known for a view rivaling that of the Willis Tower – but without the price tag – the Signature Lounge at the 96th floor of the John Hancock Center looms over Chicago, providing a breathtaking vista for flash-happy tourists...

Known for a view rivaling that of the Willis Tower – but without the price tag – the Signature Lounge at the 96th floor of the John Hancock Center looms over Chicago, providing a breathtaking vista for flash-happy tourists by day and laid-back Chicagoans by night.

Although murals and paintings featuring a timeline of historic city events and celebrating its jazz roots take up most of the wall space, the focal point of the venue is obviously the floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides – and the multitier space has been set up to ensure that every seat has a panoramic view of the city skyline.

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Crowd

Young professionals, families, tourists, and locals entertaining friends, mid-20s to early 60s.

Entertainment/Music

Ambient world music, down-tempo, and contemporary jazz. Panoramic views. Murals, paintings, and photographs documenting historic events and themes in Chicago’s history.

Food/Miscellaneous

Small snack menu including sandwiches, mozzarella sticks, and jumbo shrimp cocktail.

Prices

Snacks $11, specialties $15, desserts $8.50. Beer $7.50–$8.25, wine $11–$14.75, mixed drinks $12–$15, shots $13.

Dress

Casual to nice casual: jeans, t-shirts, sneakers, button-downs, slacks, dresses, some heels.

Hot Nights/When to Go

Midweek evenings for the great view without all the tourists.

Close By

One flight down is the Signature Room on the 95th, a restaurant featuring the same floor-to-ceiling windows and serving contemporary American and Italian cuisine.

Tags:

20s20s and up30s40sButton-downsConversationalGreat ViewGroupsHigh HeelsJazzJeansLaid backLocalsMartinisSandwichesSeafoodSlacksSmart CasualSnack FoodSneakersT-shirtsTouristsWorld MusicYoung Professionals