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505 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611

Penthouse-level restaurant space on the 70th floor with a commercial kitchen and private elevator access.

Property Size7,651 SF
Days on Market140

Property Features for 505 N Lake Shore Dr

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,651 SF
Property subtype Retail
Listing Agency: Chicago Real Estate Resources Inc
Listed By: Tuyen Nguyen · License #IL
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 21 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 6:08AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This penthouse-level restaurant space is located on the 70th floor of Lake Point Tower and totals approximately 7,651 square feet. The main venue includes a commercial kitchen, seating for 142 guests, and floor-to-ceiling windows with 360-degree views. Private elevator access supports guest arrival and operations.

An additional approximately 2,650 square feet of private second-floor suites is included, featuring prep kitchens, executive offices, walk-in freezers and coolers, laundry facilities, and extensive storage.

The offering is described as formerly the Cit2 restaurant, and the space is presented as a turnkey layout with both front-of-house and back-of-house components intended to support restaurant and event-style operations.

Key Highlights

  • Penthouse‑level restaurant/venue on the 70th floor in Lake Point Tower
  • About 5,000 SF with seating for 142 guests and floor‑to‑ceiling windows
  • 360‑degree views of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, and the Chicago skyline

Property Analytics

Current Use

Total Shade Inc. Industrial Manufacturer Wakensys Corporation (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Lake Point Tower ... Dental Office Ribbeck Law Chartered Law Firm Chip Law Group Law Firm

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store Pet Grooming Service Tattoo & Piercing Shop Butcher Tanning Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

18,387
Businesses Nearby
36k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Hotels & Casinos 81% Dining 18% Shops & Services 2%
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Hotels & Casinos
28,646 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Dining
6,302 visits/mo 0.5 miles
MB Financial Bank Shops & Services
624 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 60611, IL

38,456
Population
28,239
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
88%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
0.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
48,070
Density / Sq Mi
$124,621
Median Household Income
$92,917
Median Earnings
$2,416
Median Rent
$608,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Chicago, IL

9.1% 2019
9.2% 2020
8.8% 2021
8.1% 2022
7% 2023
6.6% 2024
7.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Penthouse-level restaurant space on the 70th floor with a commercial kitchen and private elevator access.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 505 N Lake Shore Dr Chicago, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Penthouse‑level restaurant/venue on the 70th floor in Lake Point Tower; About 5,000 SF with seating for 142 guests and floor‑to‑ceiling windows; 360‑degree views of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, and the Chicago skyline
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