Rooftop at Nobu Hotel

The crown jewel of this luxury hotel in the West Loop is the Rooftop at Nobu, a sprawling outdoor terrace located 11 stories above the street. Complemented by east-facing skyline views, the rooftop's design is streamlined and minimalistic, with modern Japanese touches that are equally stylish and intimate. The menu includes a selection of shuko, or small snacks, like crispy rice, shishito peppers and edamame. Guests will also be able to order the hotel's signature nigiri, sashimi and maki. On the booze front, expect a menu of wines by the glass and bottle, specialty cocktails and a wide range of sake. A word to the wise: Don't try to come here without a reservation, especially on the weekend. You'll get stuck waiting with a gaggle of other eager bargoers for God-knows-how-long.