Analogue | Logan Square Last summer Analogue, the craft cocktail bar that’s gotten as much love for its Cajun menu as its drinks, opened a 30-seat back patio that will be back in action as of May 31. Hanging planters and lights soften the stark concrete with metal tables a bit, and the seafoam-green chairs are a nice touch. 2523 N. Milwaukee, 773-904-8567, analoguechicago.com.
Cindy’s | Loop The view of the lake from Cindy’s, the restaurant and bar on top of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, is hard to beat. As with many downtown rooftops, you’ll pay a premium for it—but the $9 draft beers and $15 glasses of wine just make bartender Nandini Khaund‘s seriously creative cocktails seem like a deal by comparison (most are about $15). Bring a crowd; the food comes on large platters meant for sharing. 12 S. Michigan, 312-792-3502, cindysrooftop.com.
Mezcaleria la Flores | Logan Square The new mescal bar (formerly the Flower Shop) adjoining Johnny’s Grill is getting a renovated patio inspired by Mexican street markets. The vibrantly colored space will be decorated with buckets of cut flowers (which are for sale) and seat 80-100 people; the menus from both the bar and the grill will be available. 3149 W. Logan, 773-278-2215, mezcalerialasflores.com.
