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  Monteverde

  1020 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  Chef Sarah Grueneberg's restaurant, Monteverde, is located in Chicago's West Loop district and serves Italian cuisine that combines the traditions of Italian culture and cooking with inspirations from her travels around the world and her family's ancestry. Using global ingredients and cooking methods that are not typically found in the Italian kitchen, Monteverde offers a fresh perspective on Italian cuisine, highlighting some dishes that are deeply rooted in tradition while also introducing adventurous new flavors to the table through the use of traditional and innovative techniques. All of our ingredients are sourced from the greatest sources in the Midwest as well as Italy, and they all adhere to Grueneberg's passion for "following the food," which means ensuring that each component is raised to the highest possible standards. The Pastificio, located in the heart of the restaurant, is where our crew prepares fresh, hand-made pastas throughout the day in a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures for our guests to enjoy. Monteverde is a place where flour is king.

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  NIU Conference Center

  1120 E Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563, USA

  • Spaces for 70-250 Guests
  • 1 Theater
  • 3 Event Spaces

  The NIU Naperville Conference Center, located in Chicago's Western Suburbs, is extremely convenient and multifunctional. We can handle everything from an annual gala or wedding to a tradeshow or training session, thanks to our spectacular glass atrium, theater-style theatre, pillar-free ballroom, and abundant meeting spaces. NIU Naperville is located in the western suburbs of Chicago and boasts a modern, expansive, pillar-free venue. Naperville is a popular tourist destination with superb lodgings, fantastic restaurants, and unique shopping. Please see the capacity chart and floor maps for room locations and layouts. First Floor Atrium - Bring your greatest parties to fill this large venue. - You'll have no trouble transitioning from indoor to outdoor areas. - Use educational tables and displays to engage your audience. First Floor Auditorium - Invite your audience to participate in a private conversation or reading. - We'll make sure you get the tools and support you require. - To liven up a presentation, including video or digital elements. Ballroom - With this beautiful space, you can take your meeting to the next level. - Make a lasting impression on your guests by including unique details in your event. - Lighting, décor, and other special touches can help to get the party started. First Floor Special Use Rooms - Gather in this focused area to do some tasks on your to-do list. - Computer Lab 1 is ideal for showing students how to use a new software or technique. - In Computer Lab 2, your large group will have access to all of the resources they require. First Floor Patio: - Examine the possibilities of this relaxing and stylish outdoor space. - Without saying anything, our magnificent water feature makes a statement. - With towering skies and lush vegetation, your big day will be even more memorable.

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  Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

  3500 Midwest Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA

  • Spaces for 145-1,000 Guests
  • 3 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 3 Total Spaces

  In the picturesque neighborhood of Oak Brook, only minutes from the spectacular cityscape of downtown Chicago, is the Midwest's top golf resort and convention center, the Oak Brook Country Club. Stay in comfortable accommodations with views of the lush fairways of Willow Crest Golf Club, host an unforgettable wedding ceremony, indulge in farm-to-table cuisine at its finest, or unwind with a rejuvenating massage at the Monarch Spa - we have a variety of extraordinary experiences to set the stage for a memorable retreat. Additionally, our ideal location puts you within easy reach of major attractions and interesting things to do in and around the Windy City, with enormous shopping malls, world-class restaurants, and gorgeous museums all within minutes of our hotel. When you book your stay at the Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills, you will be able to work, play, rest, and celebrate in elegance. Comfort and contemporary amenities can be found in plenty in the remodeled guest rooms and suites, which provide outstanding views of our championship golf course. Allow the pleasant environment to extend a warm welcome as you enter inside and settle into this quaint Chicago suburb.

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  North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie

  9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077, USA

  • Spaces for 867 Guests
  • 1 Theater

  The North Shore Center is a lively two-theater complex that hosts performances, lectures, seminars, and other audience-oriented activities. The Grand Lobby and ancillary rooms connect the theaters and can host events such as receptions, banquets, and trade shows. There are 867 seats in all at the Center Theatre, including 527 on the main floor, 300 in the balcony, and forty in the side boxes. When at stage level, the orchestra pit's adjustable lift produces a stage extension. The Center Theatre is known for being a pleasant, intimate auditorium with excellent acoustics that can accommodate any size show. The farthest seat from the stage is barely 80 feet away. With extra areas ideal for rehearsals, breakout rooms, or private pre- or post-show refreshments, the North Shore Center can accommodate any event. Social Events Arangatram Performances, Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs The North Shore Center's distinctive rooms, combined with cutting-edge technology, excellent catering options, and friendly personnel, provide the ideal balance of comfort and elegance for life's key milestones. The North Shore Center serves as a setting for your creativity and memories that will last a lifetime. Call today to see if there are any openings on the calendar. Corporate Events The Center Theatre stage is ideal for a variety of corporate events, from shareholder meetings to all-day conferences, medical lectures, and award ceremonies. Staffing and equipment are suited to the client's needs, and food and beverage are planned with the North Shore Center Events Department and one of the North Shore Center's Preferred Caterers (Catered by Design, Doubletree North Shore Hotel & Conference Center, and MJ Catering).

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  Ranalli's

  1925 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

  • Spaces for 215-400 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  For groups of 15 to 385 people, Ranalli's offers private and semi-private spaces for events. A large sidewalk patio and a private rear room with a full bar are just a few of the amenities available for your occasion. Are you looking for a private area to host a larger gathering? Inquire about purchasing the entire venue! BACK ROOM The private Back Room can seat up to 50 people seated or 65 people standing for a cocktail-style gathering. A full private bar, high top banquette seating, flexible low top seating options, 8 TVs, private A/V options, private toilets, and a full wall of windows looking out onto our courtyard are all available in this space. KING'S TABLE The King's Table has seating for up to 12 people or cocktail space for up to 15. It has two tap handles with your choice of draft beers and five TVs. For gatherings of up to 25, adjacent table space along the windows can be added on. MAIN BAR Our Main Bar has a full private bar, a mix of scattered bar height tables and low seating, 12 TVs, and private facilities that can accommodate up to 125 guests for a cocktail-style gathering. PATIO Our outside terrace can seat groups of 12 to 170 people. It's the ideal outdoor location to host your next celebration, with heaters, shade umbrellas, flower boxes, lights, and a pergola! For the best of all worlds, inquire about adding a few reserved outdoor tables in conjunction with an interior space.

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  Little Victories

  1725 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

  • Spaces for 50-70 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  Footman Hospitality has opened the doors of Little Victories in the heart of Wicker Park, continuing a long legacy of drinking and dining places that have brought people from all over the city together for years. Little Victories, which is housed in a former warehouse conversion, welcomes you with a horseshoe bar as its focal point. Billiards and darts are two Chicago pastimes that are complemented by booths and decor that have a vintage feel to them. Everything about this place is simple and straightforward: fantastic moments, nice music, decent beverages, and pleasant service. With an emphasis on classics that are easy to remember and enjoy, the cocktail program strives to retain the integrity of the traditional drinks that everyone knows and loves. Additionally, Little Victories provides a changing assortment of canned and draft beers, which includes microbrews and craft beers from Chicago's several local brewers. The wine list is straightforward, straightforward, and enjoyable. Little Victories is a celebration of the large things that come about as a result of the accumulation of minor victories. And there is maybe no better way to do it than while enjoying a game of darts or billiards with pals while sipping on a drink. It's easy to get caught up in life's small disappointments; we believe it's time to pay attention to life's small victories.

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  Tuscan Hills Winery

  2200 Historic Hills Dr, Effingham, IL 62401, USA

  • Spaces for 120-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Wineries
  • 1 Event Space

  Tuscan Hills Winery opened in July 2011 as a family dream turned gathering place in Effingham, Illinois. Owned and operated by Wes and Wanda Pitcher, the winery brings an old-world Tuscan character to central Illinois through stucco walls, warm wood beams, stone fireplaces, and a rose-lined vineyard setting. All wines are handcrafted and bottled on-site. The winery hosts weddings, private parties, showers, reunions, and corporate events across fully wheelchair-accessible indoor and outdoor spaces. The main Tuscan Room seats up to 120 guests indoors, and the combined indoor-outdoor configuration accommodates up to 250. Heated, covered vineyard patios add another 180 seats, lit with iron sconces and bistro string lights for evening events. A rose-and-grapevine gazebo provides a ceremony setting on the grounds.

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  Elgin Country Club

  2575 Weld Rd, Elgin, IL 60124, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Country Club

  Elgin Country Club is the ideal event location in downtown Chicago for weddings, anniversaries, golf trips, and more. Our stunning facilities will provide you and your guests with an amazing experience. The antique stone clubhouse is built on spectacular rolling hills surrounded by towering trees, making it the ideal location for any event. Rooms can accommodate groups of 20 to 200 people. Despite the fact that Elgin Country Club is a private club, we do host a small number of non-member activities. Our event planner, chef, and knowledgeable staff are available to assist you with any aspect of your event. With its exquisite ambiance and stunning views, the Oak Room can host groups of 40 to 200 people. The Wine Room is ideal for small groups or meetings with up to 40 people. The Centennial Patio offers outside dining with a view of the 18th green and seating for 15 to 50 people (Members Only). Weldwood Patio is an outside space with three fire pits that is ideal for a cocktail gathering of 15 to 24 people (Members Only). Elgin Country Club welcomes you to experience the elegance that awaits you behind its walls. This magnificent and exquisite Country Club is surrounded by lush green hills and ancient oaks. We provide all-inclusive wedding packages to make arranging your wedding as simple as possible, and we would gladly create a wedding package to meet your specific requirements. Our experienced catering team and devoted, professional employees will guide you through the planning process to guarantee that your wedding day is perfect. We can also plan and coordinate your wedding so you don't have to worry about anything on your special day.

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  Cantigny Park

  1s151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189, USA

  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Cantigny is the ideal location for a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable wedding that will make an indelible impression on you and your guests. Our sprawling estate is surrounded by acres of stunning gardens, vibrant flora, and serene water features, offering an idyllic setting for your special day. Cantigny offers three separate reception locations to complement the appeal and beauty of the estate's outstanding gardens: Le Jardin at Cantigny Park, the Red Oak Room and Woodside Pavilion at Cantigny Golf, and the Red Oak Room and Woodside Pavilion at Cantigny Golf. We encourage you to come see for yourself why Cantigny is the ideal location for your perfect day. Our exceptional personnel ensures that all of our guests receive first-class service, and our ideal environment ensures that your special day is one to remember. Our dedicated Wedding Coordinators will ensure that your wedding and reception go off without a hitch. Appointments are strongly advised. For your ceremony, choose from one of seven locations, each with its own unique beauty. Each garden will be transformed into a unique haven for you and your guests thanks to our stunning wedding ceremony arrangements. We've come to leave an indelible impact on you and your guests. Cantigny is here to help you create a flawlessly memorable wedding day, whether it's crafting the perfect cuisine or locating just the right linen and flower arrangements to match your wedding day. Indoor Spaces: Le Jardin With its fresh, open space and spectacular views of the gorgeous scenery by day and illuminated grounds by night, Le Jardin oozes romance. This enormous venue, which brings nature indoors, is the ideal compliment to your wedding. The Red Oak Room is a room in the Red Oak Hotel Our magnificent golf course and Swan Lake may be seen from the Red Oak Room, which is encircled by windows. The room is inspired by nature and has an appealing charm that will enhance your reception. Pavilion on the Woods This summer, our beautiful new event space will open. This gorgeous venue can accommodate up to 250 people for elegant weddings, fun golf trips, and unforgettable corporate parties.

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  Virtue

  1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA

  • Spaces for 70-150 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  At Virtue, we welcome you and your visitors with hospitality and care. Optional features include: - Up to 80 people can be seated for a dinner or business meeting. - Up to 150 people can attend a standing reception in the dining room and bar. - Only in our bar will there be a standing reception for up to 80 people. - Valet parking is available at the Hyatt, which is just steps away from our entrance, as well as a paid parking lot immediately south of our location, all of which are ADA accessible. - Please fill out the form on our website for all queries, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Virtue is a Southern American restaurant in Chicago's Hyde Park area that leads with a culture of hospitality and generosity. We've worked hard to make a welcoming, honest, and considerate environment. We take pleasure in providing unpretentious service, on-time delivery, and, most importantly, fantastic value. At Virtue, we use traditional techniques to create both familiar and unexpected flavors. We look forward to seeing you soon. We didn't get here on our own or in our own time. We stand on the shoulders of both distant and recent ancestors. They are the ones who have given birth to who we are and who we will become. We would have no space to dream, explore, or pursue our dreams if it weren't for their hardships, commitment to freedom, and spirit of hope. We are humbled and grateful for their unwavering commitment to equality. We appreciate those who have pushed us in a way that both slows us down and strengthens us. Thank you to all of our past and current loving and passionate family, co-heirs of faith, extended family, friends, mentors, investors, creatives, contractors, suppliers, counselors, and colleagues. None of this would be possible without their commitment and faith.

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  Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn

  9333 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA

  • Spaces for 550-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Our motel is located near Advocate Christ Medical Center and Chicago Ridge Mall, at the crossroads of Route 50 and Highway 20. We're a mile from the Oak Lawn Metro station, which connects directly to Chicago, and 15 minutes from Chicago Midway Airport. Our exercise facility, indoor pool, and free parking are just a few of the perks. Our hotel, which is close to the airport, includes a wedding planner and a honeymoon suite in all of its packages. Menus can also be altered. For your ceremony and reception, we provide lighting, design, and seating options. From simple ceremonies to huge ballroom feasts, plan your perfect wedding with the help of your personal wedding specialist. We offer fully customized wedding packages, cuisine, and accommodations for your guests. SouthSide Social Neighborhood Kitchen & Tap serves award-winning cuisine every day, as well as daily Happy Hour discounts. Stop by the Bean in our lobby for Starbucks® coffee, espresso, and artisan cocktails. South Siders have gathered with their friends and neighbors to catch up for generations at parks such as Mt. Greenwood Park, Kennedy Park, Lawn Manor, and Circle Park. All of these people come together at SouthSide Social to unwind, watch the game, appreciate our Chef's creative interpretations on classic South Side meals, sample locally brewed beers, sip superb wine, and enjoy expertly created cocktails in an upmarket yet casual setting. Book ten or more rooms over the internet at the same time to stay together. We've put together a list of resources to help you prepare your event, including checklists, RFP forms, and draft communication plans, among other things. Make your own attendee webpage or have the hotel make one for you. Your event dates, the 7-letter hotel code, and your group's special pricing code are all included in your room block booking confirmation email.

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  Oak Hill

  8044 N Gabel Ln, Apple River, IL 61001, USA

  • Spaces for 25-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Barns
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Oak Hill Farm is a family-owned wedding and event venue nestled on a historic 19th-century farm in Apple River, Illinois. The property has been in the family for over 50 years, lovingly restored from a deteriorating estate into a gathering place that blends rustic character with thoughtful care. The farm's signature chapel — a relocated country church from a neighboring congregation — launched a wedding hosting tradition now spanning more than 25 years. The grounds include multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, from a restored 1891 barn to the Pavilion, a 4,800-square-foot post-and-beam structure completed in 2020 that accommodates up to 250 guests. Retractable window walls open the Pavilion to sweeping countryside views, while string lights and chandeliers set the atmosphere for evening events. Four outdoor ceremony locations, two ponds, a fire pit, and manicured grounds round out the property. Oak Hill Farm provides tables, chairs, a dance floor, lighting, and bar setup as part of its packages, and welcomes couples to bring their own vendors. The venue hosts one event per day and supports ceremony-only, reception-only, and full wedding packages, including micro-weddings and elopements.

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  The Inn at 835

  835 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62704, USA

  • Spaces for 75-300 Guests
  • 2 Hotels
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Total Spaces

  The Inn at 835 is a boutique hotel and full-service event venue set in a turn-of-the-century building in Springfield, Illinois, two blocks from the Illinois State Capitol in the Aristocracy Hill neighborhood. The property blends historic character with modern amenities, and is part of Conn's Hospitality Group, a Springfield-based family business with roots going back to 1948. Three distinct event spaces give the venue flexibility across guest counts and event styles. The Conservatory, a 3,400-square-foot space with nine-foot ceilings, accommodates up to 240 guests for seated receptions and 300 for cocktail events. The Parlor Rooms offer an intimate setting for up to 75 seated or 125 cocktail guests, suitable for showers, celebrations, and business gatherings. The Outdoor Garden, adjacent to The Conservatory, hosts up to 150 seated guests amid landscaped courtyards. In-house catering is provided through Conn's Catering & Events, and rental packages include tables, chairs, linens, china service, and centerpieces. All spaces are handicap accessible and equipped with high-speed WiFi and professional audio-visual equipment.

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  Baymont Inn & Suites

  20 Central Blvd, Highland, IL 62249, USA

  • Spaces for 25 Guests

  Seasons Inn & Suites Highland is a boutique hotel in Highland, Illinois, located 30 miles east of downtown St. Louis off I-70 at exit 24. The property offers meeting rooms and a business center suited for small gatherings, corporate meetings, and private functions. The hotel provides complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and free parking — including RV parking — making it a practical choice for out-of-town guests attending an event. Pet-friendly accommodations are available, and eight room types, ranging from king rooms to family suites sleeping up to six guests, give event planners flexibility when arranging overnight stays for attendees.

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  The Falls Event Center

  300 Admiral Weinel Blvd, Columbia, IL 62236, USA

  • Spaces for 500 Guests

  The Falls Event Center is a full-service event venue in Columbia, Illinois, approximately 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis. The venue is best known for its striking indoor and outdoor waterfalls, which serve as ceremony backdrops and set the property apart from conventional banquet halls. The Falls specializes in weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations, offering all-inclusive packages that bundle in-house catering, a full-service bar, and professional event coordination under one roof. The in-house culinary team builds customizable menus from fresh ingredients, presented as either plated dinners or buffet-style service. The venue's flexible meeting rooms can be configured individually or combined to accommodate groups of up to 500 guests.

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  Trattoria 225

  225 Harrison St, Oak Park, IL 60304, USA

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  Gajin

  950 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • Spaces for 70-100 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  Gaijin by Chef Paul Virant is Chicago’s first okonomiyaki restaurant, offering both Hiroshima and Osaka styles of the savory Japanese pancake. A self-described gaijin, or “outsider” in Japanese, Virant playfully embraces this perspective and honors traditional preparations and techniques, as well as his well-known passion for pickling and preserving. Designed to deliver a lively and interactive culinary experience, the 60-seat space is anchored by a custom 12-foot griddle and chef’s counter and offers individual Hiroshima teppan griddles for table service. The dessert menu features kakigori, a shaved ice dessert, along with mochi donuts and other Japanese-inspired treats. The bar program showcases highballs and a focused selection of beer – including a Moody Tongue-Gaijin collaboration house lager, sake, Japanese whisky, and wine. We can’t wait to see you at Gaijin!

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  NOAHS

  Illinois, USA

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  Elements by The Odyssey

  16235 South La Grange Road, Orland Park, IL 60467, USA

  A one-of-a-kind venue in the heart of the south suburbs, Elements by The Odyssey (previously known as Elements Conference Center) gives couples all of the facilities of The Odyssey that they have come to know and love. The Odyssey's seasoned Event Specialists, Banquet Employees, and Culinary Department have been trained alongside the venue's existing staff, adding a fresh perspective to the space while also providing the convenience of being adjacent to the Homewood Suites by Hilton. Clients and their guests will enjoy the finest in cuisine and service, while also having the assurance that overnight accommodations are available at the location. No matter if you're organizing a wedding, a social gathering, or a corporate event, Elements is the ideal venue for your next big occasion! Exceptional in its own right, Elements by The Odyssey is a stunning venue for a lovely, upmarket event. From beginning to end, your next business event will be one that your attendees will remember for a long time. No matter what your requirements are, we offer the ideal location and services for your forthcoming function.

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  Cloran Mansion Bed & Breakfast

  1237 Franklin St, Galena, IL 61036, USA

  • Spaces for 12-25 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Historic Spaces
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Cloran Mansion Bed & Breakfast is a historic Italianate property built in 1880 by Irish immigrants John and Ann Cloran in Galena, Illinois. Set on 1.5 acres of landscaped grounds, the mansion offers a distinctly intimate setting for elopements and small ceremonies, accommodating up to ten guests plus the couple. Outdoor events take place among the screened gazebo, garden arbor, and a pond with waterfall — all framed by the Victorian mansion's architecture. When weather calls for it, the bay-windowed dining room serves as an elegant indoor alternative. The inn's event packages include a bridal bouquet, boutonniere, wedding cake, champagne, officiant, and electronic photos, making it a turnkey option for couples seeking a private, unhurried celebration. Six guest rooms — most featuring double Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces — are available to accommodate the wedding party on site, though overnight stays are not required. A full country breakfast is served each morning in the dining room.

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