The Terrace at Upstairs at the Gwen

4.5 (1)

$30 and under

American

521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views

Perched on the fifth floor of the landmark McGraw-Hill building, Upstairs at The Gwen is an outdoor rooftop terrace that focuses on the art of craft cocktails paired with shareable small plate fare, and boasts cityscape views from among the Art Deco-infused architecture of The Gwen.
Surrounded by sparkling city lights and fire features, Upstairs at The Gwen offers a respite from a day of shopping on Michigan Avenue or The Shops at North Bridge as well as a lively gathering place to enjoy Chicago’s summer evenings. We offer live music every Wednesday and Friday from 5-7pm.
Starting at 4:30 pm The Terrace is enjoyed by 21 and older guest only.
$35 per person up to reservations of 5 with a 2 ½ hour seating time. Max of 4 split checks
$50 per person from 6 people to 15 people with a 2 ½ hour seating (reservation time) and an 18% gratuity.Max of 4 split checks
$10 cancellation fee per person if canceling within 12 hrs of your original reservation

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–9:30 am Breakfast Mon–Thu 7:00 am–9:00 am
Phone number
4800
Website
http://www.thegwenchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matt Jergens
Private party facilities
Conveniently located off the Magnificent Mile, The Terrace Restaurant evokes a relaxed environment for you to host anything from your next corporate event to family celebration.

Location
521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Streeterville
Cross street
Between Grand Ave. & Illinois St.
Parking details
We do not validate parking.
Public transit
CTA: Red Line Train ("Grand" Stop)Bus: 147, 148, 151, 145, 146, 3, 157
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Marcona Almonds and Olives$10.00
togarashi, furikake
Kettle Chips$6.00
memphis spice, green goddess
Crispy Lamb Belly$15.00
tamarind mole, yucca, grilled spring onons
White Bean Hummus$9.00
roasted peppers, confit garlic, grilled pita
Tempura Octopus**$16.00
rancho gordo salad, salsa tinta, purslane
Yellowtail Ceviche Tostada*$16.00
aji amarillo, avocado, tobiko
Fried Aligot Potatoes$14.00
crispy duck confit, sorrel aioli, herb salad
Pork Dumplings**$14.00
sansho-peanut xo, dashi, cucumber salad
Pork Belly Sliders$10.00
white bean spread, roasted garlic, brioche
Crispy Fried Chicken Wings$12.00
umeboshi glaze, gochugaru, sesame
Bacon Flatbread$14.00
mozzarella, pickled peppers, arugula
Burrata Flatbread$14.00
overnight tomatoes, basil
Baked Rulo de Cabra$15.00
seasonal jam, pecan-caramel bread

American Charcuterie & Cheeses

$8 ea / $28 for four. Usual garnish

Berkshire Prosciutto*
Coppa Picante*
Soppressata*
Cured Duck Breast*
Cypress Grove Midnight Moon
aged Goat's Milk
Nettle Meadow Three Sisters
cow, Sheep, and Goat's Milk
Deer Creek the Blue Jay
cow's milk
Jasper Hill Cabot Clothbound
cow'S Milk

Vegetables

Additions: chicken $6, shrimp $8, salmon* $8

Caesar Salad$12.00
gem lettuce, overnight tomatoes, parmesan, white anchovies, herb croutons
Baby Kale Salad$14.00
smoked chicken, tomatoes, bacon, onion, blue cheese, red wine vinaigrette
Gwen's Salad**$14.00
field greens, avocado, beans, radishes, grilled scallions, fried goat cheese, poblano ranch dressing
Brussels Sprouts$8.00
harissa aioli
Grilled Asparagus$9.00
fried oyster aioli, gremolata
Smoked Cauliflower$10.00
hazelnut tahini, curried sultanas, capers

Large Plates

Bucatini$17.00
cacio e pepe, burrata, arugula
The Gwen Burger* **$17.00
slagel family beef, white cheddar, bacon, secret sauce, lto
Slagel Family Farms Roast Chicken$24.00
anson mills grits, mustard greens, smoked thigh, jerk butter
Grilled Skirt Steak*$28.00
fingerling potato tostones, salsa verde, shishitos, pickled sofrito
Pan Roasted Salmon* **$26.00
roasted mushrooms, snow peas, bok choy, warm miso vinaigrette

Sweets

Banana Cheesecake$8.00
white chocolate, passion fruit
Mexican Chocolate Cake**$8.00
mole ganache, sesame brittle, creme fraiche
Seasonal Cobbler$8.00
granola crumble, vanilla gelato
Gelato & Sorbet$8.00
varies daily

What people are saying

The Terrace at Upstairs at the Gwen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

1 Review

ST
ShelleyT Gold
Chicago15 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you Bridget and Ramon for another great brunch when our family was in town this past weekend! Food was excellent, we love the burger and the atmosphere is always intimate and cozy.. this is our new go to.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–9:30 am Breakfast Mon–Thu 7:00 am–9:00 am
Phone number
4800
Website
http://www.thegwenchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matt Jergens
Private party facilities
Conveniently located off the Magnificent Mile, The Terrace Restaurant evokes a relaxed environment for you to host anything from your next corporate event to family celebration.

Location
521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Streeterville
Cross street
Between Grand Ave. & Illinois St.
Parking details
We do not validate parking.
Public transit
CTA: Red Line Train ("Grand" Stop)Bus: 147, 148, 151, 145, 146, 3, 157
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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The Terrace at Upstairs at the Gwen

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Small Plates & Snacks

Marcona Almonds and Olives$10.00

Kettle Chips$6.00

Crispy Lamb Belly$15.00

White Bean Hummus$9.00

Tempura Octopus**$16.00

Yellowtail Ceviche Tostada*$16.00

Fried Aligot Potatoes$14.00

Pork Dumplings**$14.00

Pork Belly Sliders$10.00

Crispy Fried Chicken Wings$12.00

Bacon Flatbread$14.00

Burrata Flatbread$14.00

Baked Rulo de Cabra$15.00

American Charcuterie & Cheeses

Berkshire Prosciutto*

Coppa Picante*

Soppressata*

Cured Duck Breast*

Cypress Grove Midnight Moon

Nettle Meadow Three Sisters

Deer Creek the Blue Jay

Jasper Hill Cabot Clothbound

Vegetables

Caesar Salad$12.00

Baby Kale Salad$14.00

Gwen's Salad**$14.00

Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Grilled Asparagus$9.00

Smoked Cauliflower$10.00

Large Plates

Bucatini$17.00

The Gwen Burger* **$17.00

Slagel Family Farms Roast Chicken$24.00

Grilled Skirt Steak*$28.00

Pan Roasted Salmon* **$26.00

Sweets

Banana Cheesecake$8.00

Mexican Chocolate Cake**$8.00

Seasonal Cobbler$8.00

Gelato & Sorbet$8.00

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