Set in the heart of Istanbul, Gaja embraces it all: premium wines, a breathtaking view and the timeless silhouette of Istanbul.
Originally a Sanskrit word, “Gaja” symbolizes fertility, royalty and richness. No wonder this rooftop was inspired by it.
Archive for August, 2010
Gaja Sky Bar
Epic Sky
New to EPIC Restaurant in River North this spring, the 3,000-square-foot roof deck lounge Epic Sky features lounge-y seating, a couple of de rigueur cabanas and a white-acrylic back bar with amber lights. It’s only a three- or four-story building, but it still has nice views of the downtown skyline. Becareful, if you want something to eat, you will have to go downstairs, to one of the three levels of the enormous restaurant. The rooftop area is very upscale, and just like any other rooftop bar in Chicago unless you plan on getting bottle service get there very early or you won’t have any luck getting in or getting a seat.
Egg Club
The fabulous Egg nightclub is spread out over three floors, which are both inside and outside and there’s a 24-hour licence, so you’re never stuck for time to explore what’s around you. At the weekend, the party starts around 10pm on Friday and goes on until Sunday, only shutting for a few hours in-between. There’s even an eatery inside the club, so you don’t have to leave the club even if you get hungry. It’s sometimes free to get in before 11pm and, after that, it can cost anything up to around £15, depending on the night.
Terrace at Trump Hotel
Opened in June 2009, A sophisticated outdoor oasis showcasing superb fine dining amidst the iconic views of Chicago’s dramatic landscape is The Terrace at Trump. This terrace lounge on the sixteenth floor of the Trump Tower boasts one of the best alfresco views in the city.
Thanks to a boomerang-shaped bar facing the terrace’s edge, guests can relish in the summer sun while taking in vistas that are quintessentially Chicago including the Wrigley Clock Tower, Lake Michigan, Chicago River, and also enjoy Navy Pier’s seasonal fireworks on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. A brief food menu includes salads, ceviche, gourmet sliders and skewers.

