Top Naperville Gala Venues

• Spaces for 170-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

River Room is a unique, multipurpose event space located on the North Branch of the Chicago River in Chicago’s North Center Neighborhood. We are a community oriented, fully customizable venue specializing in weddings, private and corporate functions, live events, gallery events, photo or video shoots, conferences, vendor fairs, markets, nonprofit events and fundraisers. Our modern, industrial setting is perfect for a Chicago urban wedding. We have beautiful lighting, state-of-the-art sound system, a beautiful bridal suite, bright and sleek restrooms and a patio overlooking the Chicago River.

• Spaces for 20-40 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The jewel in the crown of The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, Cindy's is our rooftop restaurant and open-air terrace with panoramic views of Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Lake Michigan, and beyond. With seasonal freshness reflected in both food and drink, the rooftop dons the relaxed ambience of a Great Lakes beach house with a view. Executive Chef Christian Ragano, creator of Glencoe’s much loved Guildhall, and former Chef de Cuisine at NoMi, joins forces with Chef de Cuisine Jeff Arasi, and renowned Spirit Guide and alumni of The Violet Hour, Nandini Khaund, to bring classic comfort and culinary invention via large format style dining over cocktails and apothecaries.

• Spaces for 30-50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Little Beans Café birthday experience will be the most fun party in town for both kids AND parents. We fulfill all of the desires and wishes of our birthday boy/girl to make the party a birthday celebration they’ll never forget. Parents can relax and enjoy some time with friends in our comfortable café or parents lounge while our staff takes care of every detail of your child’s special day. Party packages include the basics or full service planning and customized activities. We handle every detail so you can have time to socialize with your guests. We also offer customized party packages for your Baby Shower, Mom’s Group Outings and other special occasions.

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 50-7,000 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

While the Salt Shed opened its gates for the first time in 2022, the Morton Salt complex it inhabits has been an iconic fixture in Chicago for nearly 100 years. The facility was once informally called the “Elston Dock” and was designed to house the local salt packaging and distribution operations. Now, the 4.2-acre Salt Shed complex offers an indoor and outdoor experience, multiple stages, riverfront views, built-in bars, and VIP experiences. The Salt Shed with the Fairgrounds is the ideal venue for large groups looking to host an exceptional event.

• Spaces for 20-300 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Hotel
• 3 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant Magnificent Mile, L7 Chicago by LOTTE is a modern luxury hotel designed for unforgettable stays, celebrations, and gatherings. Blending contemporary style with Chicago’s energetic spirit, the hotel offers thoughtfully designed spaces, elevated amenities, and a warm, approachable atmosphere. From intimate celebrations and sophisticated weddings to corporate events, social gatherings, and milestone moments, L7 Chicago by LOTTE provides a versatile setting for bringing people together. With stylish event spaces, exceptional hospitality, and a prime downtown location, every gathering is designed to feel effortless, memorable, and distinctly Chicago. Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or a larger celebration, L7 Chicago by LOTTE offers a fresh take on the modern Chicago event experience.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

Family owned and operated since 1995, brothers Bobby and Augie Arifi have created a warm, welcoming neighborhood spot with a contemporary italian flair. Café Lucci fuses inventive cuisine, mindfully-sourced fresh ingredients, an award winning wine program, and impeccable service for a sophisticated, yet comfortable dining experience. Bobby, a wine connoisseur, is in charge of dining room service and the wine program at Café Lucci. His experience in restaurants dates back to 1985 when he worked at Ristorante Agostino. Augie, also known as “The Mad Chef”, is a self-taught chef who joined Bobby at Ristorante Agostino in 1986. His cooking style can be characterized as Italian eclectic, with a wonderful variety of dishes from many regions of Italy. Throughout his travels, he has also infused pan-mediterranean, American, and French influences into his menu. Café Lucci’s beautiful banquet room accommodates groups of 30 to 60, providing an ideal setting for intimate luncheons, elegant evening entertaining or business functions. Adjacent to our private party room, is the “Wine Alcove”, an extraordinary space that seats 12 in luxurious comfort at a spectacular wood banquet table surrounded on either side by beautiful custom built wine storage cabinets featuring enhanced temperature control. Perfect for wine aficionados who would enjoy hosting private wine tastings or intimate dinners, the alcove also boasts a state-of-the-art 50-inch flat screen monitor with internet and laptop hook-up, making it the ideal nook for small lunch and dinner meetings.

• 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 22-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club
• 1 Meeting Space

Imagine your wedding in a stunning ballroom distinguished by floor-to-ceiling windows 23-feet high, overlooking a stone outdoor terrace, formal garden, charming lake and championship golf course. Picture yourself on the enchanting second-story bridal balcony overlooking the ballroom, where you can make your first appearance as a couple, toss your bouquet or wave farewell as you slip away to the luxurious Bridal Suite just down the hall. If you have always dreamed your wedding day to be the pinnacle of elegance and sophistication, The Glen Club is the perfect choice. It all begins with a single vision: Yours. Our goal is to turn the vision into flawless reality, from start to finish. To make it easy, The Glen Club offers elite partnerships with the area's finest wedding consultants, floral designers, photographers, entertainers and more. We can also help with rehearsal dinner, post-wedding brunch, and overnight accommodations for your guests. From our fine food and beverage to our impeccable white-glove service, the experience is designed to delight the most distinguished bride.

• Spaces for 48-175 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

The team at Untitled Chicago would love to plan your next event. Untitled Supper Club can accommodate groups of 15 to 750 people. So, whether you require a small cocktail reception or a larger celebration with presentations, dinner, and entertainment, the private dining staff at Untitled Supper Club will customize every last detail according to your budget and vision. Located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Untitled Supper Club takes after Prohibition-era speakeasies - meaning low profile, low light, craft cocktails, champagne and secret entrances. For a "speakeasy," the space should feel anything but quaint, clocking in at 18,000 square feet with a hidden outdoor patio planned along Carroll Street. The restaurant space at Untitled Chicago is divided in several different rooms, including a "library" with velvet booths and a separate lounge with a 30-foot bar. So no matter what type of event space you need for your celebration, Untitled Supper Club would be thrilled to host you and your guests.

• Spaces for 24-250 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

We have created a completely original menu for this new Roscoe Village restaurant, with a focus on French Mediterranean Cuisine. Chef Michael Woodhall is committed to using only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, which he enhances with cutting-edge techniques. Our two bars provide expertly paired wines, inventive cocktails and martinis, as well as a careful variety of craft beers and other beverages. Two distinct eating areas give the ideal setting for a night on the town with friends. We encourage you to come and enjoy an intimate supper surrounded by Old World touches with that special someone, or a huge gathering with family and friends in a dynamic, social atmosphere, with us. In this culinary tour of certain places outside of southern France, executive chef Michael Woodhall (Perennial, Gilt Bar, Bavette's) leads guests on an exploration of some regions outside of southern France. New dishes have been added to our menu that are inspired by the tastes and culinary traditions of the Basque area of Spain. For your evening out, two different dining rooms offer a pleasant setting for you to enjoy. We encourage you to come and enjoy an intimate supper surrounded by Old World touches with that special someone, or a huge gathering with family and friends in a dynamic, social atmosphere, with us. The 13 glass pours available from the extended wine list include blanc, rose, rouge, and sparkling varieties from France, Italy, and Spain ($9–13 per glass). Wines by the bottle are also available, with thirty different varieties from the Mediterranean area, ranging in price from $36 to $60. The drink menu also includes inventive handmade cocktails as well as well-considered beer options.

• Spaces for 80-340 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Historic Chicago dining is more than just a theme at Chicago Chop House; it’s a way of life. Guests stepping into the restaurant’s immaculately restored, century-old Victorian brownstone building brings diners into the city’s past, when meat packers, politicians, and gangsters dined on succulent steaks in luxurious rooms. More than 1,400 historical photos tell the tale of old Chicago throughout three dining rooms surrounded by hunter green walls and lit by glowing sconces. And just like the power players of Chicago’s yesteryears, guests partake on dishes that embody the flavors that made our city one of the best dining experiences. Our all USDA beyond Prime menu of awe-inspiring 24-ounce porterhouses, 26-oz Tomahawks, and 22-ounce prime ribs bathe the senses in prime-aged flavor. Chicago Chop House is also one of the only restaurants in Chicagoland to serve Miyazakigyu A5 filets, unique and succulent beef known for its delicate flavor and tenderness and the last restaurant to butcher most of their meat in-house. Guests can pair their meals with a glass or bottle of wine from our international menu that includes more than 650 selections; a list that has won nine “Awards of Excellence” and “Best of” awards from Wine Spectator, and an Award of Distinction from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Chicago Chop House bestows each and every guest with exceptional quality, flavor, service, and ambiance that few can match and none can surpass.

• Spaces for 18-493 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Located in The Loop neighborhood of downtown Chicago, Convene 311 W Monroe offers six meeting rooms across 24,000 square-feet with capacity to hold up to 250 guests. This location is ideal for conferences, internal meetings, and sales kick-offs. The design of this destination pays homage to the city’s rich industrial and musical history by interweaving modernist architecture with an interior design reminiscent of Chicago’s underground jazz scene. The space exhibits warm hues through ambient lighting with rich pops of color and intricate detailing throughout. Convene 311 W Monroe provides a white box space allowing for client and event branding opportunities, in-house catering with customization options and dining private to each event, in-room A/V technology supported by an on-site team, and dedicated hospitality resources. Convene 311 W Monroe is located between South Wacker Drive and South Franklin Street in the Loop near Washington/Wells Station and Quincy Station.

• Spaces for 30-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Boka Chicago, the first of BRG’s restaurants, has a rich culinary tradition over its 10 years. With 4 consecutive Michelin Stars, a Food & Wine's Best New Chef and Pastry Chef already under its belt, Boka Chicago continues to evolve with new Chef/Partner Lee Wolen. Boka Chicago has gone through an extensive redesign with acclaimed design group Simeone Deary. The glass enclosed terrace may be reserved fully private with a three to five course tasting menu from Chef Wolen’s contemporary American cuisine. Full buyouts of Boka Chicago may also be accommodated throughout the terrace, main dining room and front room. Over the past 12 years Boka Restaurant has become one of Chicago's most beloved restaurants. Chef Lee Wolen's seasonal American food is framed by Simeone Deary's timeless design located in the heart of Lincoln Park.

• Spaces for 32-1,000 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

Located in Chicago's highly acclaimed Millennium Park, Park Grill is the city's ultimate room with a view. We are the choice for remarkable gatherings, in an atmosphere that is unlike anywhere else. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the restaurant serves your guests cityscape views of Millennium Park and the world-renowned Michigan Avenue that are breathtaking. The guest list is up to you. Atmosphere, great service, and spectacular dining is guaranteed.

• Spaces for 50-65 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

il Porcellino offers private dining for a range of group sizes and occasions — from small, intimate gatherings to large corporate events. Our private dining spaces are dynamic and customizable and can be tailored to suit your needs. The Parties & Special Events team is available to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience, with close attention to every detail from menu selection and design to wine pairings and floral arrangements.

• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Formento’s has three amazing private event spaces. Two of these spaces can accommodate parties of 20 to 200 guests in an intimate loft overlooking Restaurant Row. Located on our second floor, these spacious rooms boast their own private bar, restrooms and sound system. The third space is a semi-private backroom located on the first floor, and has the quintessential Italian charm. Our private dining rooms are the perfect gathering place for any occasion and offer a beautiful atmosphere with fantastic food and great service.

• Spaces for 18-350 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Elevate your company’s meetings and events with One North Wacker’s sophisticated boardroom, flexible innovation hub, enhanced multi-purpose room and pre-function lounge. Featuring a full suite of world-class amenities including artisanal barista-crafted coffee services and concierge hospitality lounge, paired with a centralized location in the heart of Chicago's premier dining, shopping, and museum district, One North Wacker’s timelessly elegant workplace will engage and inspire your team at every turn.