Opening hours
Opening hours not available
We don’t have confirmed opening hours for VU Rooftop Bar yet. Call (312) 528-0191 to check before you go.
Typical hours for bars in Chicago
Most bars in Chicago open around 4:00 PM and close around 2:00 AM on weekdays; 88% are open on Sundays and 95% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 129 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
133 East Cermak RoadChicago, IL 60616
About VU Rooftop Bar
VU Rooftop Bar is a bar located at 133 East Cermak Road in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of 5,398 places to eat and drink we list in Chicago.
Service options include outdoor seating.
You can reach the team at (312) 528-0191.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 133 East Cermak Road, Chicago, IL 60616
- Phone
- (312) 528-0191
- Listing updated
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Popular times (typical for bars)
Bars are usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of bars in Chicago.
Typical prices for bars in Illinois
Based on 9 menus with 161 priced items from bars in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $9.00.
We don’t have VU Rooftop Bar’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Mozzarella Sticks | 33% | $8.50 |
Calculated from 9 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of VU Rooftop Bar there are 62 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 155 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Chinese (41), Cafes & Coffee (28), Bakeries & Desserts (15), and Bars & Pubs (11).
Competition is strong: 9 other bars are within a mile and 153 within three miles. The closest is Woven + Bound Restaurant, 0.1 mi away.
22 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks< 0.1 mi
- ItalianIl Culaccino< 0.1 mi
- AmericanSteve's Bite< 0.1 mi
- PizzaPapa John's< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsHarold's Chicken Shack< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is VU Rooftop Bar located?
VU Rooftop Bar is located at 133 East Cermak Road, Chicago, IL 60616.
What is the phone number of VU Rooftop Bar?
You can call VU Rooftop Bar at (312) 528-0191.
Does VU Rooftop Bar offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for VU Rooftop Bar. Listed service options: outdoor seating.
What else is near VU Rooftop Bar?
There are 155 other places to eat and drink within a mile of VU Rooftop Bar. Nearby options include Starbucks (< 0.1 mi), Il Culaccino (< 0.1 mi), and Steve's Bite (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near VU Rooftop Bar?
9 other bars within a mile. The closest is Woven + Bound Restaurant, 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars in Illinois cost?
Based on 9 menus with 161 priced items from bars in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $9.00.
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