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Salerno's Playpen

Salerno's Playpen Salerno's Nautical Playpen is a unique restaurant located at 31st Street Harbor in Downtown Chicago on Lake Michigan. This restaurant offers delicious "Original" Salerno's Pizza with the option to dine on the patio, pick up your order and enjoy it on your boat or take it to the beach. Additionally, pool access and water equipment rentals are available through Chicago Water Sports. Whether you're a Harbor member or not, come and have fun with food, drinks, and a beautiful view of Lake Michigan!

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It is with great excitement that we announce that Salerno’s Nautical Playpen online ordering will officially be availabl...
05/23/2026

It is with great excitement that we announce that Salerno’s Nautical Playpen online ordering will officially be available starting this weekend at:

https://order.spoton.com/so-salernos-nautical-playpen-2490/chicago-il/5f08eb189adef3f593db992b

Beginning Saturday (today) through Monday, online ordering hours will be 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

We will also be open:
• Friday 5/29: 2:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday 5/30: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Sunday 5/31: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

We will resume full business operations Tuesday through Sunday beginning June 2nd. Stay tuned for updated hours of operation and more exciting announcements!

Please note that all hours are subject to change based on weather conditions.

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**LIVE** ON THE DOCK TOMORROW SATURDAY, AUGUST 9thCome join us for some great live entertainment by Aaron Williams and J...
08/08/2025

**LIVE** ON THE DOCK TOMORROW SATURDAY, AUGUST 9th

Come join us for some great live entertainment by Aaron Williams and Jules Giampaolo from 4:30 to 7:30PM on our dock (J Dock) tomorrow at 31st Street Harbor. Great food, great drinks, and a great vibe coming your way.

See you all tomorrow! 🍹🍺🍔🍕

06/13/2025

We will be CLOSED today (Friday, June 13th) due to inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!

08/24/2023

Due to the excessive heat warning in Chicago we will be closed today.

See everyone tomorrow!

07/29/2023

Join us Saturday 2-6pm and Sunday 1-5pm with DJWRKS.IT!

07/05/2023

Due to forecasted inclement weather, Salernos Nautical Playpen will be closed today, Wednesday July 5th. We will resume business as normal Thursday, July 6th.

07/02/2023

Due to rain Salernos Nautical Playpen will open today at 1:30PM.

06/28/2023

As a result of the air quality alert in the city of Chicago Salerno’s Nautical Playpen will be closed today. We will monitor the weather accordingly and plan to resume normal business hours tomorrow.

Stay safe everyone.

-Salerno’s Management

Salerno’s Nautical Playpen is excited to announce that we now offer online ordering at:www.salernosplaypen.comHours: ple...
06/23/2023

Salerno’s Nautical Playpen is excited to announce that we now offer online ordering at:

www.salernosplaypen.com

Hours: please note hours subject to change based on weather. Please join our facebook for up to date information.

Tuesday-Thursday
Bar: 2PM-8PM
Kitchen: 3PM-8PM

Friday
Bar: 1PM-9PM
Kitchen: 2PM-8:30PM

Saturday
Bar: 11 AM-11 PM
Kitchen: 12 PM-8:30 PM

Sunday
Bar: 11 AM-8 PM
Kitchen: 12 PM-8 PM

Salerno's Nautical Playpen in Chicago, IL. Something For Everyone At Salerno's Nautical Playpen we have a full bar and food truck that serves award-winning "Original" Salerno's Pizza and other great selections. We are OPEN for the 2022 season!! Full Bar — Top Shelf Liquors — Cocktails — Beer ....

06/11/2023

Due to the weather conditions we will be closed today Sunday, June 11th. See you all on Tuesday!

06/03/2023
05/31/2023

It is with great excitement that we are announcing that starting this week Salernos Nautical Playpen will be open 6 days a week (closed Monday). Online ordering available in the coming weeks stay tuned!

New Hours: please note hours subject to change based on weather. Please join our facebook for up to date information.

Tuesday-Thursday
Bar: 2PM-8PM
Kitchen: 3PM-8PM

Friday
Bar: 1PM-9PM
Kitchen: 2PM-8:30PM

Saturday
Bar: 11 AM-11 PM
Kitchen: 12 PM-8:30 PM

Sunday
Bar: 11 AM-8 PM
Kitchen: 12 PM-8 PM

Address

3155 S Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL
60616

To get to the location on S Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, for public transport, you can take either the Green Line or Red Line train and alight at Roosevelt Station. From there, it's a 10-minute walk to the destination.

If you prefer to drive and park, you can take Lake Shore Drive and exit at Roosevelt Road. Parking is available at a lot nearby with an hourly rate. The destination is only a short walk away from the parking lot.

Please note that these directions are not specific to any particular establishment or business.

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Salerno's Nautical Playpen is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a fun atmosphere in Chicago. Located at the 31st Street Harbor on Lake Michigan, this beer garden and pizza place offers an unbeatable view of the beautiful lake. The "Original" Salerno's Pizza is a must-try item on the menu that will leave you craving for more. Whether you choose to dine on their patio or take your food to go and enjoy it on your boat or at the beach, Salerno's Nautical Playpen has got you covered.

This establishment is open to the public, so even if you don't belong to the Harbor, you can still come and have a great time with friends and family. In addition to their delicious food and drinks, they also offer pool access and rentals for jet skis, kayaks, and paddleboards through Chicago Water Sports. The hours may vary depending on weather conditions but it's worth checking out when they're open.

Overall, Salerno's Nautical Playpen is a fantastic spot for anyone looking for a fun day out by the lake with great food and drinks. Don't miss out on this gem located right on S Lake Shore Drive in downtown Chicago!

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