A Rooftop Review at Wrigley Field

If you've ever wondered what it was like to view a Chicago Cubs game from an outfield roof top, than this article will shed some light on the subject.

Wrigley Field is the home of the Chicago Cubs, one of the most popular and beloved franchises in all of Major League Baseball. If you've tried to get tickets to see this team but struck out, there may be another avenue to watch the Cubbies live, the outfield rooftops. There are several rooftops to choose from spanning from left field to right field. I was recently perched high atop one of the right field rooftops, and I must say that it was a fun experience. I was lucky enough to be invited by a friend who had an extra ticket so my rooftop experience was basically free of charge. The doors opened a half hour before the game and we were let in promptly. We were directed up the staircase which opened up into a large room adorned with hardwood floors, aesthetic lighting, and of course Cubs paraphernalia. There was a concierge desk where the host of the outing greeted my friend, and which I was introduced. As I panned around the room I noticed a gorgeous fish tank, a pool table and a sweet table with cookies and brownies as well. I soon walked towards the front windows so I could get a glimpse of Wrigley Field. Because we were on the second floor, the view was okay. I had a clear view of home plate, but the rest of the park was obstructed by the bleachers. Anyway, I grabbed a drink at the bar and headed up stairs to the rooftop.

Finally the moment had come, I was on top of a Wrigley Field roof top. Once up on top, I observed a large surround grill where several cooks were attending to hungry fans. Portillo's hot dogs and beef sandwiches were the main attractions. Bratwursts, hamburgers and grilled chicken sandwiches were available as well, so I grabbed a simple dog and headed towards the front of the roof to get a view of the field. Opposite of the 2nd floor, the view was great! We were still inside the right field foul pole, and actually the view made me feel like I was in the park. I tried to get up to the bleacher seating but it was just about packed, so I grabbed a spot underneath, just in front of the railing. In turned out to be the best spot to stand, in that the temperature was 92 degrees and the sun was beating down...It was Hot! Also, there was a 20 MPH head wind blowing right at us which kept us cool. I could have used a barstool to sit on, but the all inclusive beer and waist high railing provided enough lean on relief. If there were any negatives about the experience, it most likely had to be the lack of sounds to the game. Obviously there were no vendors yelling out "Beer Man Here!", but the lack of cheering fans was missing as well. Even though the view was great, you still felt like you were a spectator looking in to see what all the fuss inside Wrigley Filed was about?

All in all, the Wrigley Field roof tops proved to be a great time! If I ever wanted to throw a bachelor party or have a corporate event, the rooftops would have to be a serious choice!

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