Chelsea Renaud: This is about as grungy as Park Slope gets, meaning it’s a tiny bit edgy but mostly clean. Come for the open-air space, stay for the beer selection and pinball machines. Bonus: they allow dogs.
79 & 81 Rainey St (btwn Davis & River St.), Austin, TX
Beer Garden · Downtown Austin · 256 tips and reviews
Marion: The venison and antelope merguez sausage is dynamite. They also have over 100 beers on tap and the bartenders are super knowledgeable, so try something new!
201 E Delaware Pl (at Mies van der Rohe Way), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Streeterville · 68 tips and reviews
Eater: Add this to the list of downtown rooftop spaces with a hip, modern terrace atop the Raffaello Hotel. The menu features a mix of seasonal cocktails along with a focus on bourbon and whiskey.
Patrick Finley (@pjfinley): You can find amazing views of the city from this rooftop bar. The service is great and a pretty stellar atmosphere. One of my go-to's in Chicago.
Caroline Dickey: Awesome vibe here. Eclectic decor and really laid back atmosphere. The rooftop patio is amazing on a nice day, but there are big space heaters too for the chilly days.