I had a bad experince at the Lounge, I forgot my iPhone there, and just few minutes after I went back...it is gone, I spoke with our waitress who denied that she even saw it, however the table was cleaned. I never thoughout they will steal at this high profile lounge. more

Admission is free, so if you just want to go through to look at the view without paying or taking a drink - you can. My husband and I sat and had a drink and snack as we watched the sunset over Chicago from the Lounge. There is an express elevator that takes you straight up to the 95th and... more

Went with my wife over the 4th of July and this place was among the best places we went. If you are looking for a great view of the city and a relaxing drink this is the place. The drinks are expensive at around 10-15 a piece but you are paying for location. We sat for a few hours and... more

I also rationalized that instead of going to the observation deck, we should go to the Signature lounge for a drink! We were there around 1pm and while we weren't the only ones there, it was not super-crowded. We lucky enough to catch a table next to the windows and just sit and relax with the view of a clear... more

A lot of reviewers have suggested that instead of going to the observatory one should go to the Signature Lounge for a drink instead, rationalizing that the price of a drink there is the same as the price of admission to the observatory. DON'T DO IT! It is true that drinks at the Signature Lounge cost $12-16 each, but it's... more

I took my fiance' there three years back. Expensive parking of course. Had a drink in the lounge, but a bit smoky. The restaurant ambiance is better, however, with solidly good food. Skip the lounge and enjoy the view from the restaurant. more

If you’d like to see Chicago from the top of one of its tall buildings but not have a long wait for the elevator to the observation deck, the John Hancock Building has a couple of options. The Signature Restaurant is on the 95th floor, and the Signature Lounge is on the 96th. We decided to go to the Signature... more

I live in Chicago and frequently take my out of town guests to the Hancock Building. The views are incredible and it's just as impressive as the Sears Tower, without the long lines and "touristy" crowds. I always try to get there right before the sun sets because you get to see beautiful views of Lake Michigan while it's still... more

The Signature Lounge is a very nice place to visit if you are looking for a good view. Located on the 96th floor of the John Hancock building, you can see all of Chicago and the immediate area even on a cloudy day. Unlike other restaurants located in skyscrapers, there is no minimum order and no admission fee. The food... more