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Boleo, Chicago, IL

Boleo

4.3
4.3
575 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The cuisine and culture of Latin America make their way to the Windy City in our industrial-chic rooftop bar and lounge, Boleo, where you can find small plates for snacking and sharing, delicious cocktails that transport you to Peru, and house music that will make you want to learn to salsa. Come rain or shine we have you covered with our retractable roof!
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, South American, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 750-9012
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Luis Silva
  • Catering
    Reception style, buffet offerings, plated dinners, family style arrangements, various beverage packages, full open bar, custom cocktail creations
  • Private party facilities
    Named for a move from the Argentine tango, Boleo brings the dramatic flavors and sultry beats of South America to the best rooftop in the Loop for Chicagoans to enjoy year-round. Forget the 15-hour flight: All it takes to get to Boleo is a 15-story elevator ride to the top of The Kimpton Gray Hotel.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    South LaSalle Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Monroe Blue Line, Washington/Wells Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple lines
  • Entertainment
    Boleo features an eclectic blend of South American fusion sounds from our nightly resident vibe curators.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 3:00 PM - 9:15 PM,Thu - Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 10:15 PM
    Beat the Happy Hour rush and head up to the rooftop early. We're serving gourmet bar bites with a Pan-Latin twist like our Pan con Chicharon Slider with crispy pork belly, Chilcanos with house-made Pisco and a selection of discounted wine and beer.

    Happy Hour Photo

What 575 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Romantic

  • Chicago

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boleo impresses with its "great service" and "excellent food," offering a vibrant rooftop atmosphere perfect for a "lovely happy hour." Diners enjoy unique flavor combinations, attentive servers like Chase, and live music that enhances the experience. Ideal for pre-theater dining, Boleo promises a delightful culinary outing.

575 Reviews
  1. Joshua

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Bad experience because when we were sat down and ready to order, we were told that there was no food from the menu. We were only able to have the Valentine’s Day course which didn’t have good course options anyways. We had to leave, we did not want to eat food that we didn’t like. It’s sad because our waiter was actually really nice about the whole situation and was understanding that we wanted to leave. Customer service was so good for the little time we were there, that was the only good part.

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  2. Maria

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were new to Boleo and it was nothing short of spectacular! We visited during Restaurant Week. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with warm smiles and exceptional service. The staff was friendly and attentive, frequently checking in to ensure we had everything we needed. The ambiance is unique, with a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere that transports you to South America. Every dish we tried was delicious and flavorful, with perfect portions. Our favorites were the Yaquitas and the Ceviche. The cocktails were also outstanding, perfectly complementing the Latin American-inspired cuisine. As first-time diners, we had a very satisfying experience and will certainly return. We highly recommend Boleo to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Chicago! Huge thanks to Guillermo, Jaime, and Maleka (sp?) for the warm welcome! Cheers!
    BoleoResponded 4 days ago
    Maria, thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your first visit to Boleo. We know there are many great places in Chicago, so it's wonderful to hear that we made it on the list of your Restaurant Week adventures! We'll make sure our team gets their flowers and pass along the kind words. Thank you again for stopping by and we hope to see you again sooner rather than later! Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  3. Susan

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The beef brisket was a large portion, but towards the end it was dry as there wasn’t enough sauce. The yucca fries and spinach accompanying it were a bit salty. The room is large and with music playing it was a bit loud. The rooftop and general set up was very nice. The cocktails and service were great!
    BoleoResponded on February 7, 2025
    Susan, thank you for the honest feedback! We're happy to hear our team delivered the level of service that makes us so proud day after day, but it's disappointing that our dishes fell short. We will take your feedback back to the kitchen and edit where necessary. Thank you again for letting us know about your experience. Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  4. Nadine

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My party and I had such a fun time here for restaurant week! Our waiter, Chac(sp?) was personable and wonderful all around, and so were the other staff. The dancer was a fun surprise as well. The food was fresh, delicious and thoughtfully presented. I’d definitely recommend this restaurant for a nice evening out.
    BoleoResponded on February 7, 2025
    Nadine, thank you for the lovely words. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your time at Boleo. We know there are many great places in Chicago, so it's truly an honor that we were added to your Restaurant Week itinerary. We hope you'll stop by again soon. Flamenco will be back on February 14th! Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  5. Brenda

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time visiting Boleo and I really enjoyed it! The hostess was extremely friendly and I appreciated chatting with her on the way to my table. It's restaurant week and I ordered from the special menu. I had the vegetable empanadas, salmon and flourless chocolate cake. Everything was delicious. But to get a true feel for the food, I plan to go back and order from the menu. It's on the 15th floor and next time, I'll request a seat with a view. I had a sore throat and requested hot tea, Chase my waiter wasn't sure of the varieties they offered. I appreciated that he had the maitre'd bring out three choices to choose from. There was also a musician playing guitar and saxophone and he was great! I dined solo so the music was nice to me, but a couple seated next to me asked to move to a quieter table.
    BoleoResponded on January 28, 2025
    Brenda, thank you for leaving this thoughtful review. Also, thank you for joining us during Chicago Restaurant Week. It's a wonderful week that supports and celebrates the Chicago restaurant scene, and we are grateful for all who choose Boleo as a destination. As for your dining experience, we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed all aspects of dinner. We will hold you to that promise to join us again soon and can't wait for you to try more of our menu. Thank you again for the kind words! Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  6. Candace

    Minneapolis

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Boleo is a very convenient location to theaters and hotels on Monroe. Beautiful rooftop restaurant with great service. We shared the chicken empanadas and seafood chaufa which was plenty of food. We were just underwhelmed by the taste and presentation.
    BoleoResponded on January 25, 2025
    Candace, thanks for taking the time to let us know about your experience. While we're happy to hear you enjoyed Boleo's atmosphere, we're disappointed to see that you our dishes did not match your expectations. We will take your notes back to our team and see where there is room to grow. We hope you'll give us another chance so we can really knock your socks off. Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  7. John Flor

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant elegant with soft music good date nite place Malika was great with her service and recommendations on point!
    BoleoResponded on January 14, 2025
    Thank you for the review, John! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the buena onda. We will pass along the positive notes to Malika and make sure she gets her flowers. We hope you will join us again soon. Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  8. Pat

    VIP

    Chicago

    71 reviews

    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining at Boleo. We were pleasantly surprised. The food was prepared and seasoned well. I had the pork shank, which was tender and delicious. My partner thought the shrimp entree was very good and would order it again. Our server Chase was excellent. We will definitely return!
    BoleoResponded on January 14, 2025
    Thank you for the kind words, Pat. We're happy to hear you enjoyed your Pork Shank and our team took great care of you and your partner. We will pass along the compliments to Chase and make sure he gets his dues. Thank you again for the wonderful feedback! We'll hold you to that promise and hope you will join us again soon. Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  9. yazmin

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    La comida deliciosa, en especial el arroz Chaufa y el chicharrón de longa. Buen servicio y muy atentos!
    BoleoResponded on January 3, 2025
    Thank you for the stars, Yazmin! We're glad to see that you enjoyed your time at Boleo. We'd love to keep the party going soon, please join us again! Salud, The Team at Boleo

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  10. Joel

    VIP

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    3.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was attentive and pleasant. Alcoholic drinks were overpriced. The ceviche appetizer and yucca fries were not great, but tasty. The chicken antecucho and caesar salad were blah. In the summer, with the roof retracted, the ambience may be lovely; with the roof in place, the space feels cavernous and sound reverberates. Boleo is not up to Kimpton standards.
    BoleoResponded on December 23, 2024
    Joel, thank you for the honest feedback! We are happy to hear that our team took care of you during your time at Boleo. We will take your feedback regarding our menu back to our kitchen. Thank you again for your honesty. Salud, The Team at Boleo

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Boleo is rated 4.3 stars by 575 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Boleo

122 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    South LaSalle Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, South American, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Monroe Blue Line, Washington/Wells Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Luis Silva
  • Entertainment
    Boleo features an eclectic blend of South American fusion sounds from our nightly resident vibe curators.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 750-9012
  • Catering
    Reception style, buffet offerings, plated dinners, family style arrangements, various beverage packages, full open bar, custom cocktail creations
  • Private party facilities
    Named for a move from the Argentine tango, Boleo brings the dramatic flavors and sultry beats of South America to the best rooftop in the Loop for Chicagoans to enjoy year-round. Forget the 15-hour flight: All it takes to get to Boleo is a 15-story elevator ride to the top of The Kimpton Gray Hotel.
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