Stayed at LondonHouse Chicago and ordered room service from Bridges Lobby Bar. I love pasta and mushrooms, so I ordered the Mushroom Ragout Pasta, but it was absolutely awful. Definitely not something I would order again.
Food: 1
Leslie Alejandro
Solo por la vista! Lo recomiendo de pasada.
No pagues ni reserve. Ve directo al Rooftop.
En cuanto a servicio, comida, espacios y el lugar no son los mejores. Mi experiencia tiene 6/10. Hay otros RT en Chicago espectaculares.
Erica Zafian
Highly recommend. The food was great snd the staff were friendly. They gave us free cake because it was our wedding anniversary.
Nadia Sadeghi
Review is for high noon tea! It was not good. Too much food coloring and non complimentary flavors. Tea selection was good. Overall disappointing for the price point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
sharon
Nice place to lounge and people watch or look out the window. Spiked hot chocolate was not very hot chocolate like to me. More of just chocolate syrup in it. The sticky coffee pudding was delicious tho!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Patricia Aguirre
Amazing tea time experience! Made reservations to celebrate my friend’s birthday and everything was amazing. The tea was delicious, the pastries were great, and a glass of champagne was perfection! Great upstairs view, great service, and beautiful elegant setting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Krystle Wahnschaffe
Went for afternoon tea and the atmosphere was one of the worst I’ve ever experienced. We were mixed in with people checking in and out of the hotel and there were even dogs in the restaurant. Waste of money
Octobertiger (lady tiger)
If this review is helpful, please make sure you leave a like 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽. My bestie and I decided to attend Christmas 🎄 high tea here at the London House. They actually were sold out last year because we wanted to go. But this year we were able to procure a reservation. So book it as soon as you can. High tea is about a 💲100.00 per person without tip. But it was very worth it. The atmosphere is very nice and you have a lovely view of the river walk downtown Chicago. Our waiter was Dominic, and he was very kind and attentive. Standout items from our Christmas 🎄 tea. Definitely the lobster roll, the peaking duck spring rolls and the butter cookie scones with clotted cream. Pretty much everything we had was delectable. I had the cherry blossom tea, and it was crisp light and delicious. I would definitely do this again, if you are considering high tea for Christmas. This is a wonderful event for the sophisticated folks in your family.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Wong
Not your typical high tea fare and atmosphere. You won’t find finger sandwiches here. They substituted a vegan/vegetarian option on some of the savories due to fish allergies for one of us.
Our server was very attentive and amazing. You don’t need reservations on a weekday afternoon but they do require a $50 deposit per person if you decide to make a reservation. It is a bit pricey for high tea but it was worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Destinations2see
Don't leave Chicago without visiting this Rooftop Bar!
A Five-Star Stay with a Side of Truffle Popcorn and Heart
Just wrapped up our Chicago trip and honestly, staying at LondonHouse made the whole experience feel like first-class all the way (minus the cramped airplane seat that got us there).
Let’s start with location—it’s prime. After walking all over Chicago in what can only be described as "Satan's breath" level heat, the LondonHouse became our sanctuary. We found ourselves silently chanting “please let us make it back to the AC” on repeat—and when we did? That chilled lobby hit like a glass of ice water to the soul.
But what really made this stay unforgettable was the people.
Edward, the concierge, wasn’t just helpful—he was a legend. I swear he never slept. He was always there, somehow one step ahead of us, always making sure we were good. The man doesn’t just do his job—he lives it. He even surprised us with a box of gourmet chocolates and a handwritten note that honestly made us feel like celebrities or royalty... or both. That kind of thoughtfulness? You can’t fake that.
Ashley and Sean at the front desk greeted us every time like we were old friends. And those free bottles of water? May not sound like much, but in that heat, they were liquid gold. Perks like that actually mean something when you're walking 10 miles a day trying to "experience the city" without melting.
And then there’s Ocean Prime inside the hotel, where we met Reed and Adam, the dynamic duo behind the bar. Forget Adam & Eve—we had Adam & Reed, and they’re the kind of people you want to be friends with. Reed made sure I got my late-night truffle popcorn fix (which should be sold by the bag, by the way), and Adam was so quick and attentive behind the bar that if bartending were an Olympic sport, he’d be a gold medalist. These two weren’t just good at their jobs—they were genuinely good people. You feel it.
Happy hour was stellar, the truffle popcorn addictive, and the service across the board was warm, thoughtful, and polished without ever feeling fake.
Bottom line: If you're headed to Chicago and don’t stay at LondonHouse, you're just doing it wrong.
Natalie Frakes
Had a great afternoon tea here!!!
This is one of the only spot in the cities that offers afternoon tea during the week. I work a lot of weekends so it was a bummer to see most of the “high tea” services are on FSaSu only. But not here at Bridges! They do some weekdays too!
Now, I will say, it's a bit of a unique atmosphere since it's right there in the hotel lobby. It sometimes felt a little like we were having this fancy tea party right in the middle of a bustling thoroughfare, which was a little weird but also kind of amusing! It certainly didn't detract from the overall experience, just added a quirky touch.
The tea itself was fantastic. We both picked different blends from their impressive selection, and they were perfectly brewed and absolutely delicious. But let's talk about the food! The tiered stand that arrived at our table was a work of art. The savory sandwiches were so fresh and flavorful – I especially loved the variety of fillings. And those scones! Oh my goodness, they were warm, light, and served with generous dollops of clotted cream and jam. Pure perfection. The pastries and sweets were just as exquisite, each one a tiny, beautiful masterpiece.
The service throughout our visit was truly top-notch. Our server was so attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. It really made us feel well taken care of.
All in all, despite the slightly unusual lobby setting, it was a truly fantastic afternoon. Bridges at London House offers such an authentic and high-quality afternoon tea experience right here in Chicago. If you're looking for a special treat, a relaxing few hours with friends, or just a little slice of charm, I wholeheartedly recommend it. We left feeling completely content and already dreaming about our next visit!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rhonda Jones
Such a lovely afternoon tea with beautiful tea blends, delectable treats, an awesome view, stunning ambiance, and delightful service by Roshan. Now, I want to stay at LondonHouse, my next visit to Chicago!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Stephanie D. Cruickshank
We spent a lovely afternoon in the bridges lobby bar enjoying the tea service. Our server Rohan was attentive and pleasant.
The offerings were amazing in taste, and presentation. Along with a spectacular view it was a wonderful way to start my birthday week.
Ethan Walshe
Probably more of a 2.5. Went for the afternoon tea, and for how expensive it was the experience was pretty lacking. Two people without alcohol worked out to $250 after tax and a pre-included 20% tip. The food was absolutely nothing special. Additionally, the dining area was just sort of next to the check in desk for the lobby. It felt cheap and was incredibly overpriced.
Stayed at LondonHouse Chicago and ordered room service from Bridges Lobby Bar. I love pasta and mushrooms, so I ordered the Mushroom Ragout Pasta, but it was absolutely awful. Definitely not something I would order again.
Food: 1
Solo por la vista! Lo recomiendo de pasada. No pagues ni reserve. Ve directo al Rooftop. En cuanto a servicio, comida, espacios y el lugar no son los mejores. Mi experiencia tiene 6/10. Hay otros RT en Chicago espectaculares.
Highly recommend. The food was great snd the staff were friendly. They gave us free cake because it was our wedding anniversary.
Review is for high noon tea! It was not good. Too much food coloring and non complimentary flavors. Tea selection was good. Overall disappointing for the price point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Nice place to lounge and people watch or look out the window. Spiked hot chocolate was not very hot chocolate like to me. More of just chocolate syrup in it. The sticky coffee pudding was delicious tho!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amazing tea time experience! Made reservations to celebrate my friend’s birthday and everything was amazing. The tea was delicious, the pastries were great, and a glass of champagne was perfection! Great upstairs view, great service, and beautiful elegant setting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went for afternoon tea and the atmosphere was one of the worst I’ve ever experienced. We were mixed in with people checking in and out of the hotel and there were even dogs in the restaurant. Waste of money
If this review is helpful, please make sure you leave a like 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽. My bestie and I decided to attend Christmas 🎄 high tea here at the London House. They actually were sold out last year because we wanted to go. But this year we were able to procure a reservation. So book it as soon as you can. High tea is about a 💲100.00 per person without tip. But it was very worth it. The atmosphere is very nice and you have a lovely view of the river walk downtown Chicago. Our waiter was Dominic, and he was very kind and attentive. Standout items from our Christmas 🎄 tea. Definitely the lobster roll, the peaking duck spring rolls and the butter cookie scones with clotted cream. Pretty much everything we had was delectable. I had the cherry blossom tea, and it was crisp light and delicious. I would definitely do this again, if you are considering high tea for Christmas. This is a wonderful event for the sophisticated folks in your family.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not your typical high tea fare and atmosphere. You won’t find finger sandwiches here. They substituted a vegan/vegetarian option on some of the savories due to fish allergies for one of us.
Our server was very attentive and amazing. You don’t need reservations on a weekday afternoon but they do require a $50 deposit per person if you decide to make a reservation.
It is a bit pricey for high tea but it was worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don't leave Chicago without visiting this Rooftop Bar!
Restaurantji Recommends
A Five-Star Stay with a Side of Truffle Popcorn and Heart Just wrapped up our Chicago trip and honestly, staying at LondonHouse made the whole experience feel like first-class all the way (minus the cramped airplane seat that got us there). Let’s start with location—it’s prime. After walking all over Chicago in what can only be described as "Satan's breath" level heat, the LondonHouse became our sanctuary. We found ourselves silently chanting “please let us make it back to the AC” on repeat—and when we did? That chilled lobby hit like a glass of ice water to the soul. But what really made this stay unforgettable was the people. Edward, the concierge, wasn’t just helpful—he was a legend. I swear he never slept. He was always there, somehow one step ahead of us, always making sure we were good. The man doesn’t just do his job—he lives it. He even surprised us with a box of gourmet chocolates and a handwritten note that honestly made us feel like celebrities or royalty... or both. That kind of thoughtfulness? You can’t fake that. Ashley and Sean at the front desk greeted us every time like we were old friends. And those free bottles of water? May not sound like much, but in that heat, they were liquid gold. Perks like that actually mean something when you're walking 10 miles a day trying to "experience the city" without melting. And then there’s Ocean Prime inside the hotel, where we met Reed and Adam, the dynamic duo behind the bar. Forget Adam & Eve—we had Adam & Reed, and they’re the kind of people you want to be friends with. Reed made sure I got my late-night truffle popcorn fix (which should be sold by the bag, by the way), and Adam was so quick and attentive behind the bar that if bartending were an Olympic sport, he’d be a gold medalist. These two weren’t just good at their jobs—they were genuinely good people. You feel it. Happy hour was stellar, the truffle popcorn addictive, and the service across the board was warm, thoughtful, and polished without ever feeling fake. Bottom line: If you're headed to Chicago and don’t stay at LondonHouse, you're just doing it wrong.
Had a great afternoon tea here!!!
This is one of the only spot in the cities that offers afternoon tea during the week. I work a lot of weekends so it was a bummer to see most of the “high tea” services are on FSaSu only. But not here at Bridges! They do some weekdays too!
Now, I will say, it's a bit of a unique atmosphere since it's right there in the hotel lobby. It sometimes felt a little like we were having this fancy tea party right in the middle of a bustling thoroughfare, which was a little weird but also kind of amusing! It certainly didn't detract from the overall experience, just added a quirky touch.
The tea itself was fantastic. We both picked different blends from their impressive selection, and they were perfectly brewed and absolutely delicious. But let's talk about the food! The tiered stand that arrived at our table was a work of art. The savory sandwiches were so fresh and flavorful – I especially loved the variety of fillings. And those scones! Oh my goodness, they were warm, light, and served with generous dollops of clotted cream and jam. Pure perfection. The pastries and sweets were just as exquisite, each one a tiny, beautiful masterpiece.
The service throughout our visit was truly top-notch. Our server was so attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. It really made us feel well taken care of.
All in all, despite the slightly unusual lobby setting, it was a truly fantastic afternoon. Bridges at London House offers such an authentic and high-quality afternoon tea experience right here in Chicago. If you're looking for a special treat, a relaxing few hours with friends, or just a little slice of charm, I wholeheartedly recommend it. We left feeling completely content and already dreaming about our next visit!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a lovely afternoon tea with beautiful tea blends, delectable treats, an awesome view, stunning ambiance, and delightful service by Roshan. Now, I want to stay at LondonHouse, my next visit to Chicago!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
We spent a lovely afternoon in the bridges lobby bar enjoying the tea service. Our server Rohan was attentive and pleasant. The offerings were amazing in taste, and presentation. Along with a spectacular view it was a wonderful way to start my birthday week.
Probably more of a 2.5. Went for the afternoon tea, and for how expensive it was the experience was pretty lacking. Two people without alcohol worked out to $250 after tax and a pre-included 20% tip. The food was absolutely nothing special. Additionally, the dining area was just sort of next to the check in desk for the lobby. It felt cheap and was incredibly overpriced.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
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