Best restaurants nearby the hotel
Two on-site options are the easiest choices: Terrace 16 (seasonal New American on the 16th floor with a large outdoor terrace and skyline views) and Rebar (Mezzanine-level Neo‑Japanese bar with river views and cocktails). For more casual or neighborhood classics within a few minutes' walk, try Lou Malnati's (pizza), LH Rooftop, or Shaw's Crab House.
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On-site: Terrace 16 — 16th-floor dining and terrace
Terrace 16 is the hotel's main restaurant on the 16th floor. It serves a seasonal New American menu with a lively indoor dining room and an expansive outdoor terrace overlooking the Chicago River and skyline.
Hours per the hotel's FAQ: breakfast and brunch in the morning, weekday lunch, and dinner nightly. The restaurant follows a business and chic casual dress code and reservations are recommended.
- Breakfast: Mon–Fri 7:00am–11:00am; Sat–Sun brunch 7:00am–3:00pm
- Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:00am–4:00pm; Dinner: daily 4:00pm–11:00pm
- Outdoor terrace seats 200+ (seasonal)
| Meal | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast / Brunch | See hotel FAQ (weekdays breakfast, weekends extended brunch) |
| Lunch | Mon–Fri 11:00am–4:00pm |
| Dinner | Daily 4:00pm–11:00pm |
On-site: Rebar — riverfront lounge and Neo-Japanese bites
Rebar sits on the Mezzanine level with views of the Chicago River, a cocktail program, and Neo‑Japanese small plates by Kamehachi. It operates as a bar and lounge suited to cocktails, late-night bites, and DJ nights on weekends.
Reservations are available through OpenTable or by phone and are recommended for weekends; Rebar also runs a daily happy hour early in the evening.
- Dinner: daily 5:00pm–10:30pm
- Bar hours: Sun–Thu 5:00pm–11:00pm; Fri–Sat 5:00pm–1:00am
- Happy hour: daily 5:00pm–7:00pm; DJ nights Fri–Sat 9:00pm–1:00am
| Service | Hours |
|---|---|
| Dinner | Daily 5:00pm–10:30pm |
| Bar | Sun–Thu 5:00pm–11:00pm; Fri–Sat 5:00pm–1:00am |
| Happy Hour | Daily 5:00pm–7:00pm |
Quick choices for families and kids
The hotel is family-friendly and the Trump Kids program supports children with a kids' beverage menu and kids' menu pricing; Terrace 16 and Rebar welcome families (the hotel notes children of all ages are welcome).
If you prefer casual, quick dining close by, several neighborhood options are only a short walk from the hotel.
- Kids' menus and Parent & Me spa options are available through the hotel's Trump Kids program.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in pool, spa and fitness areas — applicable when planning post-meal activities.
| Nearby casual option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Lou Malnati's (pizza) | About a 2-minute walk — local deep-dish option |
| LH Rooftop | About a 4-minute walk — rooftop dining nearby |
| Shaw's Crab House | About a 4-minute walk — seafood classic |
Neighborhood dining within easy walking distance
River North and the Magnificent Mile around the hotel host a wide range of restaurants — from pizza and seafood to rooftop bars and fine dining. The hotel is steps from the Chicago Riverwalk, which puts many riverfront options within minutes.
If you want a specific style (pizza, seafood, rooftop views), front-desk concierge or the Trump Attaché service can suggest reservations and directions.
- Lou Malnati's — nearby deep-dish pizza (short walk)
- LH Rooftop — rooftop dining within a few minutes' walk
- Shaw's Crab House — seafood near the river
| Type | Example |
|---|---|
| Pizza | Lou Malnati's (2-min walk) |
| Rooftop | LH Rooftop (4-min walk) |
| Seafood | Shaw's Crab House (4-min walk) |
Practical tips: reservations, dress code, and timing
Reservations are recommended for Terrace 16 and Rebar, especially on weekends and during peak season. Rebar accepts bookings via OpenTable and by phone.
Dress codes: Terrace 16 requests business and chic casual attire; Rebar follows a smart casual standard. If you're unsure, the concierge can advise.
- Call Rebar: (312) 588-8034 for reservations (per hotel listings) or use OpenTable.
- Make Terrace 16 reservations through the hotel or the front desk; weekend brunch and terrace seating fill quickly.
- Arrive early for terrace seating in good weather; outdoor patio is seasonal.
| What to check | Why |
|---|---|
| Reservation | To secure terrace or window seating |
| Dress code | Avoid being turned away at Terrace 16 or Rebar |
| Weekend hours | Rebar runs late-night hours Fri–Sat |
Special experiences and private dining
Rebar offers an Experiential Tasting Lounge — a private tasting room for rare spirits and guided pairings that is available by reservation only.
For private events or larger celebratory dinners, Terrace 16 and hotel event spaces (Grand Ballroom, Skyline Room, Grand Salon) can be booked through the hotel's events team.
- Experiential Tasting Lounge at Rebar: reservation-only private tastings and pairings
- Hotel event spaces include the Grand Ballroom and Skyline Room for larger private dinners and receptions
- Contact the events or concierge team for availability and booking
| Private option | Use |
|---|---|
| Experiential Tasting Lounge (Rebar) | Small private tastings by reservation |
| Terrace 16 private bookings | Seasonal or event seating; contact events team |
| Grand Ballroom / Skyline Room | Larger private dinners and receptions |
