Top Near South Side Dinner Party Venues

Y Bar Chicago is a sophisticated boutique lounge nestled in the heart of River North, Downtown Chicago. Step into our sleek, red and black interior adorned with beautiful LED lighting, creating an ambiance of elegance and style. With two full-service bars and eighteen comfortable booth-style tables, our venue provides the perfect setting for intimate gatherings or lively nights out. Immerse yourself in the experience with our top-notch sound system and thirteen high-definition screens, offering endless possibilities for branding, photos, videos, and light shows. Our hand-selected staff, sourced from the best in the Chicago industry, ensures impeccable service with a hospitality-driven approach. Whether you're joining us for our weekly programs or hosting a private event, Y Bar Chicago promises an unforgettable experience at every visit.

• Spaces for 200-245 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Omni Chicago Hotel's versatile wedding space makes it the ideal location for your city wedding. Stunning city views, exceptional service, and a superior location ensure that you and your guests have a great day. One of the most important days of your life is your wedding day. It'll be a day you'll remember for the rest of your life. This is a day to spend with family and friends. A day that marks the start of an incredible adventure between you and someone you care about. At Omni Chicago, we're dedicated to making your wedding day unforgettable, by filling it with love, laughter, and memorable memories. That is our assurance to you. We'll bring together the best of everything, whether it's for your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, or bridesmaid day at our spa. Unique locations. Cuisine to die for. Exceptional accommodations. Service that is legendary. Everything comes together to make your occasion genuinely spectacular. Plus, from your first planning meeting to your final toast, Omni's expert wedding team will be there for you. So you can concentrate on what matters most: creating lifelong memories. Your wedding package includes: - Complimentary one-night stay in a bridal suite with champagne and strawberries for the couple on their wedding night - The bride and groom, as well as their parents, will receive complimentary overnight wedding night valet parking - Room upgrades for the bride and groom's parents - To commemorate the first anniversary, a complimentary one-night stay - Cocktail reception will include a one-hour open bar and a selection of hot and cold canapes served by a butler - After dinner, there will be a three-hour open bar - A three-course plated supper featuring an appetizer or salad, an entrée, and a custom wedding cake from Bittersweet Bakery - Complimentary bartenders - Up to 4 guests can partake in a tasting prior to the big day

Edie’s All Day Café & Bar is an upscale, fast-casual café and bar located in the Wells corridor of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, catering to individuals on-the-go, remote workers and professionals looking for a community space to work, relax and gather from breakfast through dinner. Founded by hospitality veterans Matt Matros, Arturo Gomez, and partner (Chef) Chris Dunstatter, Edie’s is leading Chicago’s “third place” - a designated space between work and home - a new wave in hospitality deeming itself as part café, part restaurant, workspace, community center, and part wine bar.

• Spaces for 156-749 Guests
• 2 Boats

Escape on the water aboard Odyssey Lake Michigan, or our newest vessel - Odyssey Chicago River. Enjoy upscale dining and entertainment, and sit back and relax as Chicago's famous skyline drifts past your window. Whether you're cruising on the river or lake, Odyssey delivers gracious service, fine dining, quality entertainment and breathtaking views. Odyssey allows you to create unforgettable moments customized to make your dream a reality. With options for parties of 4 or 400, Odyssey is the perfect space for your wedding, work or family event. Copy the link below to request more information! https://www.odysseycruises.com/groups/request-information

• Spaces for 100-1,700 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Housed in a renovated historic building, Morgan Manufacturing offers over 32,000 square feet of world-class space. Created with a focus on modularity, Morgan Manufacturing is built to seamlessly host gatherings, large or small. Soaring ceilings, exposed concrete, glass and steel create the industrial elegance Morgan Manufacturing is known for. Whether you have a distinct vision or would like us to guide you, our team at Morgan has decades of combined experience and can assist and support you from A to Z. We are truly full service, combining creative event planning with technical capabilities and resources.

• Spaces for 230-270 Guests

WHO WE ARE: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is a nationally ranked physical medicine and rehabilitation research hospital. Founded in 1954, the hospital specializes in rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions ranging from traumatic brain and spinal cord injury to stroke, amputation and cancer-related impairment. For the last 29 years, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has remained the #1 rehabilitation hospital in America by U.S. News & World Report. The innovative spirit that has defined our nearly 70-year-old organization continues to guide us to be more creative, agile and ever strong. EVENTS & EXPERIENCES: The event spaces at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab provide a modern canvas that allows industry professionals and function organizers the flexibility to cultivate the space to their liking, or utilize the light-filled space as a turn-key alternative for corporate events that require flawless execution. We’re unlocking the power of a well-timed conversation. Come start yours.

• 1 Restaurant

City Hall Chicago boasts 10,000-square-feet of flexible event space, with a separate grand entrance on Kinzie Street. The column-free hall, with its soaring 40-foot-high ceilings, 37-foot stone bar and industrial-elegant architectural detailing, is a striking venue for large-scale events, meetings and receptions. City Hall Chicago offers a fully equipped bridal suite and green room, which overlook the space from the second floor.

• Spaces for 110-550 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms

The Peninsula Chicago is the five-star hotel that brought traditional Asian service to a city already renowned for the warmth of its hospitality. The hotel's location, service, and luxurious rooms and suites make it one of the finest hotels in North America. The Peninsula Chicago is also home to three award-winning restaurants, each uniquely known for outstanding cuisine and superlative service. The Peninsula Chicago is the premier venue for memorable events with an elegant space for every occasion The Peninsula Chicago serves as an exceptional venue for weddings, meetings, and other special events, and offers over 11,250 sq. ft. of stunning event space. Gorgeous interiors with dramatic views and gracious, attentive service have earned The Peninsula Chicago the prestigious Forbes Five Star and the AAA Five Diamond Award every year since its opening, making it the top venue for meetings and events amongst local and international industry leaders. To ensure a flawless experience, no detail is overlooked from the hotel’s on-site team of expert conference planners to an extensive range of state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment. The rich décor and spectacular views high above The Magnificent Mile distinctively set The Peninsula Chicago apart, making unforgettable celebration memories that will last a lifetime.

• Spaces for 40-500 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

With a unique blend of elegance and comfort that just has to be experienced, and views that have to be seen to be believed, Sable at Navy Pier crowns one of Chicago’s signature destinations. Lush accommodations, unique dining experiences, and a rooftop bar unlike any other, guarantee that your visit to the new landmark on Chicago’s landmark will be unmatched, unmistakable and completely unforgettable. Host your dream wedding, throw a world-class party, take in the views, or step outside and soak in the downtown Chicago vibes from the shores of Lake Michigan. Dive head first into Chicago’s newest and most extraordinary hotel experience. Sable’s stylish venues, brilliant chefs, and dedicated, personalized service are truly unmatched. The Great Lakes Ballrooms are 3,456 sq feet and located on the 2nd floor of the hotel with 884 sq feet of pre-function area. These stylish event rooms feature 10 ½’, floor-to-ceiling glass windows with sweeping, unobstructed views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s Skyline. The Great Lakes Ballrooms can be divided into a maximum of 5 breakout rooms – Michigan, Superior, Huron, Ontario and Erie – in a matter of minutes with air walls. Capacity is ideal for intimate meetings of 6 while still an excellent choice for grand celebrations of 200 - all with the best views of Lake Michigan that Chicago has to offer. Located in the Sable Hotel, Lírica restaurant provides a fresh take on Latin-inspired cuisine and promises to serve up delicious delights for all tastes. Enjoy a modern open kitchen, expansive bar, and outdoor seating with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Event options range from 10 to 40 guests in our private dining room, or up to 175 guests with both indoor and outdoor options.

• 1 Event Space

A passion and commitment to the culture of great food. Rustic American cuisine with flavors inspired by the season. That is NoMI Kitchen, Lounge and Garden located in Park Hyatt Chicago, high above the Magnificent Mile with gorgeous views of the city of Chicago. As one of the top restaurants in Chicago, NoMI Kitchen serves up casually elegant dining rooted in the simplicity of food. With a chic ambiance, open kitchen and stunning views of Michigan Avenue from seven floors above, experience artful cuisine at NoMI Kitchen, Chicago’s nightlife at NoMI Lounge and stunning skyline views at our rooftop restaurant and bar, NoMI Garden. Presenting four private and semi-private spaces with breathtaking city views, NoMI Kitchen is the ideal spot for any occasion from corporate lunches to social receptions and beyond. When you choose NoMI Kitchen, you can be sure you'll love every last detail of your special celebration.

• Spaces for 350-950 Guests

The closed, ancient Church of the Epiphany has been restored and transformed into an iconic cultural hub 'For the Good of Art, Entertainment, and Events'. The project was conceived with the idea of restoring Epiphany as a place where people may once again congregate. The exemplary 42,000 square foot campus includes three distinct venues and a stunning array of amenities, including art studios, classrooms, exhibit space and gallery, a commercial and catering kitchen, café, VIP suite, and a collection of artistically appointed outdoor spaces, including a charming quarter-acre courtyard, spacious terrace, and stunning patio. The campus is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. While 'Bringing Chicago Together,' Epiphany's varied and inclusive art programming serves to unify the community and artists alike by bringing them together. On the artsy edge of Chicago's West Loop, there is a brand new single-destination wedding venue that is out of this world. Unforgettable weddings may be held here, as well as bachelor and bachelorette parties, a rehearsal dinner, a wedding reception and an after-party, all in a beautiful environment. The bridal suite, man cave, and a range of wonderfully built outdoor areas are just a few of the coveted facilities at Epiphany.

Located in the heart of the West Loop, the Fred Astaire West Loop studio is perfect for a party of fun and lively entertainment! If you want your event to be top of the line in elegance while boasting an exciting atmosphere of music and dancing, contact us!

• Spaces for 36-43 Guests
• 1 Event Space

A unique culinary combination of a hands-on cooking experience and a dinner party, Bespoke Cuisine's Cooking Parties are a big hit with epicureans and beginners. Chefs from the Bespoke team lead groups through preparing a multi-course meal. After the cooking is finished, participants retreat to the loft-like dining room and enjoy being served the meal they created.. Cooking parties are held at Bespoke Cuisine's location on Restaurant Row where clients have the opportunity to learn in a working commercial kitchen then dine in the lofted dining room to enjoy the meal they prepared. Many of our corporate clients love our Cooking Competition Parties, too! You can select from our "Iron Chef" or "Chopped" style competitions with as much - or as little - help from our chefs as you'd like. Please contact us for more information on these and other fun ways to bring your team together!

• Spaces for 50-1,200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 1 Event Space

The Chicago Sports Museum and Harry Caray’s 7th Inning Stretch combine to create a high-energy, 23,000 square foot complex offering dining, entertainment, private event venues and retail. Located seven floors above Chicago’s historic Magnificent Mile, the Chicago Sports Museum blends the luxury of Michigan Avenue with the city’s love for its legendary sports teams, creating an unparalleled Windy City experience. Combining interactive entertainment, state-of-the-art audio/visual capabilities and upscale design, the Chicago Sports Museum is the ideal venue for casual and formal events including CORPORATE MEETINGS, CONVENTION KICK-OFF RECEPTIONS, TRAINING CLASSES, BAR/BAT MITZVAHS, REHEARSAL DINNERS and WEDDINGS. Massive windows with breathtaking lake views flood the space with natural light. The entire venue can be rented as an exclusive playground for receptions of up to 1200 guests or for seated events of up to 300 guests. Smaller spaces within the Chicago Sports Museum are also available for private events.

• Spaces for 500-700 Guests

Sal’s On Tap is a lively Chicago restaurant, sports bar, and event destination located in the heart of the Medical District near the United Center. We serve Chicago-inspired favorites, pizza, burgers, tacos, wings, fresh entrées, breakfast, craft cocktails, and more. With 12 TVs, space for large groups and private events, and a complimentary shuttle to and from United Center events, Sal’s On Tap is the perfect place to eat, drink, watch the game, celebrate, and experience Chicago hospitality.

• Spaces for 44-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

Soft baked pretzels, gourmet sausage and unique bacon dishes are the specialty at our 14,000 sq ft location. Located on Randolph Street in Chicago's trendy West Loop neighborhood, Kaiser Tiger can host your next event. Whether you need a casual, fun outing or a more formal affair Kaiser Tiger has the event space to impress your guests. Our year-round beer garden plays host to bocce & bags in the summer and transforms to curling in the winter. Not to mention the Skyline Room which offers beautiful views of downtown Chicago and can play host to your next meeting or event!

• 1 Restaurant

Partnering with Cornerstone Restaurant Group and Michael Jordan, Chef Bill Kim reimagines Asian barbecue, amplifying it into a creatively modern and delicious interactive dining experience. In his most ambitious and exciting culinary adventure yet, Chef Kim and his expert team at bellyQ use only the finest seasonal and locally sourced ingredients to dish up an imaginative menu that ignites with flavor as it satisfies your belly. From engagement parties to business parties to every moment worth celebrating, bellyQ offers the perfect setting for gatherings big or small. Amaze your guests with Chef Kim’s delicious twist on Asian barbecue for your next event. Contact us today and we’ll work with you to customize your event with flavor and energy from start to finish. Our Chef's Quarters will make any night special. The Chef’s Quarters offers a lounge atmosphere with comfortable lounge chairs, just right for cocktails before dinner and karaoke after...bellyQ redefines Asian barbeque that ignites with flavor as it satisfies your belly. Grab the reins and show off your grilling skills. Featuring a three-course, $60 per person Grill Feast menu created by Chef Kim, our one-of-a-kind grill tables make for a truly interactive and exciting night for up to 4 guests. Don’t be shy; everyone has what it takes to be a grill master. Our servers will prep you with helpful cooking tips and have you effortlessly grilling up perfection like the Chef himself. Bigger Party? For parties of 5-10 guests, reserve our private Chef’s Table. Grill up our latest Grill Feast menu just how you like it while you and your party enjoy a unique view that overlooks Chef Kim’s team at work in the bellyQ kitchen.

Nestled in the heart of Randolph Row, HIDE+SEEK brings comfortable elegance and playful design to West Loop. Our creative American shared plates menu incorporates touches from Spain, France, and Italy. The beverage program follows suit, and features fresh takes on classic cocktails and hand selected wines.

Paladin Real Estate Investment helps television and film, immersive event and live music producers by providing a one of a kind venue experience that will leave a positive impression upon all of the customers/patrons/artists, executives, staff and performers! We work hard to make everyones experience seemless, productive and memorable.