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The J. Parker, Chicago, IL

The J. Parker

4.1
4.1
175 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Sitting proudly above Hotel Lincoln, The J. Parker offers the most spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Enjoy the unobstructed scenery from one of the atrium's 140 outside seats or 55 seats inside. The J. Parker is a perfect space for private events, or a night on the town. If you're interested in hosting an event for 10 or more people, please reach out to our Events Team here.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 254-4747
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Lincoln
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Sunset Social Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Escape the ordinary and toast to good times with our brand new happy hour! As the sun dips below the horizon, paint the town (and your tastebuds) with vibrant colors and killer deals. The new Sunset Social Happy Hour menu is available Monday through Thursday from 4-6 pm features $10 martinis and Old Fashioneds alongside $12 appetizers including Roasted Garlic Hummus, Lincoln Buffalo Wings, Tequila Lime Ceviche, JP Mini Sliders and Crab Cake Croquettes.

    Sunset Social Happy Hour Photo

What 175 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The J. Parker offers "stunning views" of Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park, making it a popular spot for those seeking a scenic dining experience. While the ambiance is charming, reviews highlight that "service was pleasant" but often slow and inconsistent. Guests appreciate the "great drinks," yet the food quality and availability can vary, with some noting it "has potential" but needs improvement. Overall, it's a venue best enjoyed for its breathtaking views and cocktails.

175 Reviews
  1. Gillian

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for pre-Zoo Lights drinks and appetizers for almost 10 years. The atmosphere, service, and drinks are always excellent. This year the available appetizers were disappointing and expensive. Bring back the truffle fries (or some other sharable fries) and Buffalo Cauliflower! Even the tots listed in the late night appetizers would have been great… why only offer these late night? The carrots and celery in the hummus were dried out looking, but the pita triangles made up for it. Hope to see the fries back next year!
    The J. ParkerResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Gillian, We appreciate you for making J. Parker Rooftop Bar one of your preferred dining choices when visiting the area. We are delighted you received excellent, attentive service and enjoyed our quality meals. Having said that, we have taken additional note of your suggestion as we are always looking for ways to enhance our guest experience. It is always our pleasure to serve you, and we appreciate your generous review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  2. Jennifer

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I was disappointed. Although the service was excellent, the food did not meet my expectations.
    The J. ParkerResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Jennifer, We are glad you enjoyed our excellent service, but we are disappointed to know you had some issues with your food. We strive to deliver only the best to our guests, but we understand you were dissatisfied with your selections on this visit. We will share with our chef about your concerns to ensure that our menu items continue to be as exceptional as we know they can be. We would welcome the opportunity to have you revisit and try our menu again. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to see you soon. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  3. Joel

    VIP

    Columbus

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Room was freezing. Drinks were overpriced. Probably won’t return
    The J. ParkerResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Joel, We are disappointed that your drinks did not meet your expectations and that you felt it was overpriced. We review our pricing regularly to ensure we are competitive with other restaurants in the area, and we strive to provide only the freshest, premium ingredients for our guests. We also want to apologize for any discomfort you experienced due to the temperature. Your specific feedback will help us improve the dining experience for all our guests, and we are grateful for your understanding. Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. We hope you will return, and we do appreciate you dining with us. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  4. Lana

    VIP

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I'm honestly extremely disappointed in you guys period I literally put in the notes where I wanted to sit. If you could not accommodate that, you could have given me a call. In addition, I went to the bathroom and my friend arrived. As I came out of the bathroom, she's trying to tell me she's going to leave. I saw the same Hostess trying to handle it. I flat out told her this is not acceptable because I had a clear reservation of 6 and it's becoming more and more difficult. I made sure my friend didn't leave and we ended up sitting somewhere else but the whole hassle of the whole thing made me very upset. If you're not seating in that area on sundays, again you should have notified me so I had a choice. In addition you increased the price of the drink I like by $3. It was expensive enough. You all have a beautiful place but the quality of service and the downgrading of food is less to be desired.
    The J. ParkerResponded on December 2, 2024
    Dear Lana, We truly apologize that your dining experience did not meet your expectations. You were right to expect great service from our team, and we are disappointed that this was not your experience. We appreciate that you took the time to write this detailed review, and your feedback will be used to stress the importance of our responsiveness to our guests. Thank you again for your comments, and we look forward to another opportunity to provide you the exceptional dining visit you deserve. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  5. timera

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s so beautiful in there from the views to the dining sections. Great chill spot. DJ played great music and was loud but not too loud that you couldn’t hear anyone speaking to you so that was great!
    The J. ParkerResponded on November 24, 2024
    Dear Guest, We are thrilled that our combination of impressive views and great music made for a memorable experience. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us at J. Parker Rooftop Bar. We look forward to serving you again soon. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  6. SARAH

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff are wonderful, the pink drink was SO good! The food was great!
    The J. ParkerResponded on November 14, 2024
    Dear Sarah, We are happy to know that you had a great experience with us and that our staff did an excellent job taking care of you. Our team works incredibly hard, and we will enjoy sharing your compliments with them. We are also devoted to creating a memorable dining experience with our fresh food and delicious drinks. Thank you for the wonderful review of J. Parker Rooftop Bar. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  7. Josh

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Pretty venue but food is legitimately worse than McDonald’s
    The J. ParkerResponded on November 11, 2024
    Dear Josh, We are disappointed to hear about your dissatisfaction with your food. Providing delicious, high-quality meals is at the heart of what we strive for; therefore, we apologize for not meeting your expectations. We will address your comments to our culinary team. Thank you for your comments, and we hope you will give us a second chance soon. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  8. Siddharth

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality of food was really bad. Chicken in the Chicken Salad was quite hard. Same for the chicken in the Chicken Sandwich
    The J. ParkerResponded on November 7, 2024
    Dear Siddharth, We are disappointed to hear about your dissatisfaction with the food you ordered. Providing delicious, high-quality meals is at the heart of what we strive for; therefore, we apologize for not meeting your expectations. We will address your comments to our culinary team. Thank you for taking the time to provide a detailed review. We hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with the outstanding dishes for which we are known. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  9. David

    VIP

    Columbus

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time there and we wanted the best view so we were seated on the outside seating under a nice heater. It was a great experience. The menu is not very large but my hamburger and my husband's lamb meatball sandwiches were very good. I also got a couple of cocktails and although small, were very unique and very tasty! We will be back!
    The J. ParkerResponded on October 29, 2024
    Dear David, We are happy to read your generous compliments, particularly in regards to our terrific location; the view of the city is truly spectacular. We are also glad you enjoyed your meal selections and unique cocktails. It was our pleasure serving you at J. Parker Rooftop Bar, and we hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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  10. Nan

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a treat . The view is spectacular. The food was very good! Drinks were outstanding ❤️
    The J. ParkerResponded on October 14, 2024
    Dear Nan, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are thrilled that our combination of impressive views and delicious food made for a memorable experience. Highlighted by fresh, local ingredients, our menu features an enticing selection of signature dishes. We look forward to serving you again at J. Parker Rooftop Bar. Sincerely, J. Parker Rooftop Bar

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FAQs

The J. Parker offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 254-4747.

The J. Parker is rated 4.1 stars by 175 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The J. Parker

1816 N Clark St, 13th Floor, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lincoln
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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