# Coffee with Outdoor Seating in River North

> A coffee shop with outdoor seating that feels like a deliberate space to sit rather than a few chairs shoved on the pavement.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/illinois/chicago/river-north/best-coffee-outdoor-seating

## Places (8)

### 1. Blue Bottle Coffee

Coffee shop offers calm, classy atmosphere with amazing city and river views. Seating includes indoor and outdoor options, featuring a beautiful terrace ideal for relaxing or people-watching. Space suits those seeking a high-quality coffee experience in a cozy, focused setting.

- Address: 111 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BlueBottleCoffee37

### 2. Caffe Umbria

Small coffee shop with cozy indoor and outdoor seating offers a truly Italian atmosphere and friendly service. Space includes free wifi and outlets, supporting work or casual meetings. Music and water station add to a relaxed, inviting vibe.

- Address: 346 N Clark St UNIT 4709, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CaffeUmbria3

### 3. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Upscale hotel with a sophisticated design aesthetic and elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. Rooftop terrace and bar offer stunning views and a lively spot for cocktails and small bites. Central location attracts a bustling crowd, creating a vibrant energy throughout the day.

- Address: 521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/The-Gwen-a-Luxury-Collection-Hotel-Michigan-Avenue-Chicago

### 4. Happy Monday Coffee - River North

Coffee shop occupies a spacious lobby with an adjacent garden-themed room and a closed-off garage patio. Atmosphere ranges from quiet and cozy to occasionally loud due to music or phone use, with a generally chill vibe suited for studying or working. Decor includes elegant touches but some worn furniture, and dogs are welcome.

- Address: 676 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Happy-Monday-Coffee---River-North

### 5. Levain Bakery

Bright, cozy bakery with a warm, inviting vibe and irresistible chocolate and brown sugar aroma. Small indoor space with limited seating and a few outdoor seats on a patio. Known for exceptional cookies that set a high standard for deliciousness.

- Address: 408 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LevainBakery41

### 6. The Westin Chicago River North

Rooms offer breathtaking river views and a sleek, modern vibe with warm colors and soothing scents. Lobby and bar areas feel air-conditioned cold with loud music, creating a lively atmosphere. Outdoor bar provides a great spot to see city lights at night.

- Address: 320 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheWestinChicagoRiverNorth

### 7. Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

Two-story chocolate shop offers stunning river views and a luxurious yet welcoming atmosphere. The space fills with lively energy and can get noisy and busy, especially with families around. Seating is limited and first-come, first-served, with an outdoor patio providing a more relaxed vibe.

- Address: 410 N Michigan Ave Suite 120, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Ghirardelli-Ice-Cream-Chocolate-Shop2

### 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown

Large building with a beautiful lobby and spacious, modern rooms featuring minibars and microwaves. Outdoor areas include a heated pool and a patio that offer relaxing spaces. Breakfast serves standard fare with popular waffles and gluten-free options in a large dining room.

- Address: 33 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Hampton-Inn-Suites-Chicago-Downtown

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