Top Chicago Cocktail Party Restaurants

• Spaces for 34-700 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 5 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

Located in Chicago’s River North, Joy District combines a heightened dining experience with private enclosures, a roof top experience, and late night lounge. Whether it's a dinner with friends or a cocktail reception, Joy District’s dramatic elegance and lively atmosphere make it the ideal location for any gathering. The goal, simply put, is for everyone to enJOY. ROOFTOP The rooftop offers stunning views of Chicago's skyline. Vibrant pops of bold color, lavish patterned couches, and vibrant florals adorn the space, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere. With its art deco vibe, our rooftop is the perfect destination for summer evenings outside of the office, promising an unforgettable experience for all.Joy has unveiled several unique "Instagrammable" spaces on the rooftop. Guests can relax in lounge-style seating while sipping on summer speciality cocktail selections made with seasonal ingredients. CLUB/SECOND FLOOR PRIVATE EVENT SPACE The second floor showcases a state-of-the-art sound system, customizable lighting, a large drop screen, two expansive bars, luxurious velvet seating, and a spacious dance floor. This versatile space is ideal for hosting your next wedding reception or corporate holiday party, ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Joy District can even add special touches like aerialist performances, live interacting paintings, and a special music performances. FIRST FLOOR MEZZANINE Discover a semi-private space at Joy District, offering a captivating view of our first-floor Parlay. This exclusive area boasts plush lounge seating and a dedicated private bar, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience. Fully customizable, this space can even accommodate a seated dinner for up to 25 of your closest friends, making it the perfect setting for any special occasion. PARLAY "Parlay at Joy" is an energetic, ultramodern sports parlor offering elevated bar fare in a lively atmosphere. Guests can indulge in ample booth seating, accompanied by multiple 100-inch LED TVs and a striking 200-inch projection screen. With its semi-private spaces and expansive garage doors, Parlay is the ideal destination for your next happy hour outing.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Total Spaces

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago at Medical District / UIC offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois. Proudly located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood and greeted by the Illinois Medical District, the newly renovated Courtyard Chicago at Medical District / UIC offers unparallelled access to all of Chicago’s prominent destinations. Whether hosting a museum expedition, seeking thrills and 360 views from Chicago’s tallest towers, or cheering on the Chicago Bulls & Blackhawks, the city awaits from our doorsteps. Hosting events for 10 to 200, our lower-level Ballroom offers complete privacy with 2,160 sq. ft. of unobstructed views and flexible seating, while 4 main-floor spaces provide ambient natural light for exceptional breakout space. The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests. At the center of it all is The Bistro, your destination for a great breakfast, drinks, and dinner during the evening. You will also enjoy inviting, flexible spaces where you can work or relax including our signature media pods and free Wi-Fi throughout. In addition, our well-equipped fitness center and outdoor terrace will help you stay refreshed and energized. Onsite bus and valet parking compliment your stay, accompanied by our own complimentary shuttle service 7-days a week. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, your stay at Courtyard is sure to be more comfortable, more productive, and more enjoyable than ever before! Fully immerse yourselves in the Chicago experience from the Courtyard Chicago at Medical District / UIC.

• Spaces for 20-50 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Adalina Italian offers a sophisticated modern Italian setting in Chicago’s Gold Coast for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, engagement parties, birthdays, showers, cocktail receptions, and private dinners. Event options include the fully private Dahlia Room for up to 40 seated or 50 standing guests, the intimate Rose Lounge for up to 26 seated or 40 standing, and the semi-private La Arte Table for dinners of up to 20. Full restaurant buyouts can accommodate up to 180 seated or 300 standing guests. Contemporary Italian cuisine, curated wines and cocktails, audiovisual capabilities, and dedicated event support complement the experience, creating a stylish backdrop for memorable Chicago gatherings.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

With a total of twelve big screen 4k televisions, an experienced chef, a passionate staff and a fully stocked bar, Heineken Pub97 is your new soccer home in Chicago. Come in to watch the game, grab a bite to eat after your league, or while your kid plays out on our fields. This is a place built by soccer fans, for soccer fans, and you’ll feel at home as soon as you walk in. The PrivateBank Fire Pitch’s Heineken Pub97 is the perfect location for your birthday party – whether it is for your 5 year old or your 50 year old! We can host multi-sport parties on our turf twelve months of the year, and then feed your crew a whole range of delicious party food in one of our private party rooms. Perhaps you’re looking for something more fancy? Whether it is a wedding shower, a rehearsal dinner, a Bar Mitzvah, or your company is looking to host a team building event for the day, we have you covered. We can host large groups of up to 200 people with anything from pizza and wings to a full buffet service of prime rib and vegetables. Pair your party with time on our turf fields, and you have an incredibly unique and fun event!

• Spaces for 60-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Marq offers an ever-evolving, globally inspired menu of seasonal fare. We provide our guests a delicious, upscale, and easily approachable experience paired with our handcrafted cocktails, moderately craft focused beer list and dynamic wine list. Located in the heart of The Chicago Loop and steps away from CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Goodman Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago and of course Sears Tower (Willis Tower).

• Spaces for 12-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Located in the cellar level of The Hoxton, Chicago hotel, Lazy Bird is a cocktail and music lounge in Chicago’s Fulton Market District.

• Spaces for 20-1,800 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 5 Total Spaces

Ramova is a captivating venue reimagined from a 1929 movie palace and offers a unique and versatile event experience. This historic gem seamlessly blends modern amenities with stunning architectural details, creating a space that's both sophisticated and unforgettable. Ramova offers three distinct private event spaces to suit your event vision. The Theatre is a dramatic space that provides a one-of-a-kind setting with ample room to accommodate all your guests. You could also host your event in the bright and airy Loft. This charming space features hardwood floors and a modern ambiance, perfect for a more intimate celebration. There's also the Taproom and Grill, where you can celebrate your reception with a touch of casual elegance. This vibrant space offers a delicious selection of craft beers brewed on-site alongside a delectable menu. The dedicated team at Ramova is passionate about making your event a truly special occasion. We offer a variety of services to ensure your celebrations, whatever they may be are seamless.

• Spaces for 26-190 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater

Beatnik On The River takes guests on a journey, drawing inspiration from the Beat Generation of 1950s and ’60s and the bohemian hipsters who followed in their path. At the Loop’s Beatnik On The River, the globetrotting dishes and cocktails, and boho-chic interior are further enhanced with breathtaking views of the South Branch of the Chicago River located next to it, adding to the transporting experience. Mirroring the restaurant’s design aesthetic, Chef Marcos Campos’s cuisine takes a worldly approach, harmoniously melding flavors and ingredients from Asia, Mexico, the Middle East, South America and beyond. Like the food, cocktails change seasonally and tap into the exotic with ingredients ranging from Ceylon cinnamon to Szechuan-chipotle honey. The sounds of Beatnik On The River follow suit, with influences arriving from all corners of the globe. Reggae, Afrobeat and Middle Eastern Classic Rock weave easily with Brazilian Soul and ’60s French Pop.

• Spaces for 26-275 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Drawing inspiration from the globetrotting Beat Generation of the 1950s and ’60s and named after the bohemian hipsters who followed in their path, Beatnik is an eclectic mix of unique furniture, accessories and antiques from all over the world. The restaurant aims to take guests on a voyage through the bucolic splendor of a Mediterranean farmhouse, the colorful opulence of Moorish architecture, and the tropical lushness of Bali with more than 400 living plants throughout the 6,000-square-foot, 174-seat space. In the process, Beatnik expands on the definition of what a Chicago restaurant should and could look like. Mirroring the restaurant’s design aesthetic, Chef Marcos Campos’s cuisine takes a worldly approach, harmoniously melding flavors and ingredients from Asia, Mexico, the Middle East and South America. Once dropped on the large tables paired with pillow-strewn wood daybeds, the mezze and “feast” plates from the open kitchen create an international dinner party vibe.

• Spaces for 12-90 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Located in the JW Marriott Chicago in the city’s bustling Loop financial district, The Florentine offers an elegant yet accessible interpretation of seasonal Italian cuisine. The Florentine offers private and semi-private dining space, which can be reserved for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Our versatile spaces provide the perfect venue for every occasion – business dinners, cocktail receptions, and post wedding brunches alike. Our large Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated dinner, and 90 for a reception. The space can be reserved as one large room, or two separate spaces for smaller events. The room features two 42” Plasma TVs, as well as access to our surround sound system, which can be connected to a personal iPhone. In our main dining area, semi-private spaces accommodating 12-50 guests can be reserved for an intimate dinner, or a larger cocktail reception. The Florentine Bar can also be reserved for cocktail receptions up to 130 guests.

• Spaces for 55-85 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Let us help you celebrate! Here at Maison Marcel our space is available for semi-private and private buyouts. Imagine your birthday party, holiday party or photo shoot in our space. Maison Marcel is a French bakery located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago. Here at Maison Marcel we offer a healthy menu with the freshest ingredients, in addition to the signature artisanal pastries by our Maître Boulanger from France. The scent of our freshly baked croissants and roasted coffee greet you the second you enter our doors. Host your next unforgettable event here at Maison Marcel.

• Spaces for 12-100 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

avec, a Mediterranean and Midwestern influenced shared plates restaurant, opened in October 2003 out of a partnership between Executive Chef Paul Kahan, restaurateur Donnie Madia and wine steward Eduard Seitan. Chef Perry Hendrix's rustic menu, featuring Midwest ingredients from valued local purveyors, takes its cue from the sun-drenched wine regions of Southwestern Europe. Beyond reflecting the aromas, flavors and colors of the Mediterranean in its cuisine, avec's extensive wine list focuses on the region's boutique vineyards. avec's second floor private event space draws from the warm, intimate design of the main dining room, and evokes the feeling of a rustic mediterranean wine cave. With an open kitchen and private bar, the second floor can host private events for up to 40 seated guests or up to 60 guests for a standing reception. For smaller groups, the space can be divided into a small, private room for with seating for 12 guests, and a semi-private space with seating for up to 20 guests.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

At Bar Lupo parties are our business. Our team is here seven days a week to ensure an exceptional level of service from inquiry to execution (and on to your next event). We can accommodate groups from 2 – 250 and we offer both on-site and off-site catering. From an intimate cocktail party to a private executive dinner to a grand gala, let us make your next event an overwhelming success.

• Spaces for 18-100 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

La Storia Ristorante is a genuine Italian experience where guests will share in the rich culture of the Italian table. Allow La Storia Ristorante to revel in the art of cooking while you relish in the art of eating as we embrace the spirit of Italy by using the best local ingredients simply, seasonably, and sincerely.

• Spaces for 350 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Broken English has locations in three of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods: The Loop, Old Town, & Lincoln Park. Broken English combines a unique take on Mexican street style tacos, refreshing beverages, eclectic music, and vivid artwork created by local talent. Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Their team will help you design customized party menus with their exquisite in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.

• Spaces for 10-80 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Chicago q is not an ordinary barbecue joint. Opening in 2010, the Chefs have created a barbecue experience like none other by using the highest quality meats seasoned with house-made rubs while served in a Savannah-style dining room, imbued with Southern charm and comfort. Chicago q serves award-winning competition fare alongside regional favorites from the Carolinas, Texas, Missouri and Tennessee, which pair perfectly with the best selection of rare and exclusive bourbons in Chicago. Whether in the neighborhood or traveling to the city, a group of two or 50, Chicago q is the ideal space for any gathering or occasion

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Magnificent! One word describes every sensation you will feel upon entering our restaurant. Experience magnificent dining in our choice location directly across from Wrigley Field. Located in historic Wrigleyville, Vines on Clark serves up a range of tasty foods from the simple to the divine. Join us out on the patio this season!

• Spaces for 12-450 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Located in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, Tavern on Rush is an iconic dining destination known for its vibrant atmosphere, timeless elegance, and elevated American cuisine. Following its highly anticipated reopening on Rush Street, Tavern on Rush blends classic Chicago energy with a fresh, modern design featuring a stunning indoor dining room, lively bar scene, and one of the city’s most coveted outdoor patios. Perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to large-scale events, Tavern on Rush offers a versatile setting for rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, birthday parties, wedding weekends, cocktail receptions, and social soirées. Guests can enjoy prime steaks, fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and an energetic dining experience that seamlessly transitions from day to night. The restaurant’s stylish atmosphere, impeccable hospitality, and prime Gold Coast location make it a sought-after venue for unforgettable events in Chicago. Whether hosting a seated dinner, chic brunch, or lively cocktail party, Tavern on Rush delivers a polished yet approachable experience that captures the spirit of the city.

• Spaces for 16-120 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

The word Acanto is the Italian translation of Acanthus, the flowery leaf featured prominently in Roman architecture. Famed architect Louis Sullivan used Acanthus in his distinctive terracotta ornamentation found on the facade of our historically landmarked building at 18 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago. Steps from Millennium Park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto is the destination for those who appreciate Italian food, wine and an approachable, inviting dining experience. Inviting decor, proximity to world class destinations along Chicago's Cultural Mile, and outstanding food and libations make Acanto the ideal location for special group gatherings. Our dining room may be reserved for parties of 65 to 100 guests. And, our patio on Michigan Avenue is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails and mingling.

• Spaces for 15-250 Guests
• 7 Restaurants

From corporate dinners to bachelorette parties to private whiskey tastings, Bub City offers a wide variety of entertainment and amenities for groups large and small. In addition to in-restaurant event capabilities, Bub City also provides off-site catering and rents out “The Rig,” a mobile barbecue trailer that brings the barbecue experience right to guests’ doors.