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Choosing your event venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Illinois. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Illinois venue has never been easier.
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Towne & Oak
921 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093, USA- Spaces for 80-150 Guests
Towne & Oak, the newest venture by hospitality veteran Boutique Bites, is a café and private event space located on Green Bay Road in Winnetka’s charming Hubbard Woods business district. Inspired by the refreshing feel of being somewhere new, mixed with the comfort of being right at home, our skylight sun soaked café + event space is a gathering place to give our guests that feeling of being away from it all - right in your own town. Celebrate your next event with us! Private & Semi-Private dining options are available to accommodate various sized groups. An event manager will assist you with all food & beverage needs throughout the planning process to create the perfect menu for your event.
Arla
15 E Oak St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 10-80 Guests
- 6 Restaurants
- 6 Event Spaces
- 6 Meeting Spaces
Rising above Chicago’s Gold Coast, Arla brings a fresh perspective to private dining and celebrations with striking interiors, open-air terraces, and sweeping city views. The restaurant draws culinary inspiration from the Mediterranean and Japan, pairing coastal flavors and sushi with dishes prepared over the hearth and an inventive cocktail program. Intimate dinners, corporate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, and milestone occasions can unfold across its indoor and outdoor areas, each with its own distinctive atmosphere. Thoughtful design, expressive cuisine, and an elevated vantage point come together to make Arla a memorable destination for events in Chicago.
101 Chicago
101 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 150-300 Guests
Located in the heart of Chicago's Mag Mile, step into a world of refined elegance at The 101 Chicago. Our exclusive event spaces, spanning three distinct restaurants and private dining rooms, include a ground floor bar and covered patio, rooftop with skyline views, private dining room and lounge on the 20th floor and corporate meeting rooms on the 19th floor. These unique and beautifully designed spaces, as well as our exquisite culinary program and exceptional service, set the stage for unforgettable events. Consider The 101 for your next bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, rooftop bachelorette party, farewell brunch, corporate luncheon, holiday party, business meeting, team gathering or celebration, we have the perfect space to accommodate you and your guests.
Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge
5901 S County Line Rd, Hinsdale, IL 60521, USA- Spaces for 150-200 Guests
The Lodge at Katherine Legge Memorial Park is surrounded by 52 acres of beautifully appointed parkland. It’s a charming example of an era gone by. Built in 1927 and designed by R. Harold Zook, one of the most renowned residential architects in the western suburbs, The Lodge exudes grace and elegance. It is as versatile as it is engaging, welcoming a variety of special events and occasions from weddings and social functions to corporate meetings and retreats. The first floor of the English-style building is alive with character, providing a spacious living room with a fireplace, a piano, dining room, kitchen, alcove, and access to the beautiful patios and surrounding grounds that may be used for outdoor event space
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
American Writers Museum
180 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 15-250 Guests
- 5 Museums
- 5 Landmarks
Our state-of-the-art space brings private events to life against the backdrop of the history of American writings, providing a truly unique experience. Private events held in the museum have exclusive access to all exhibits and guests can enjoy food and drink while exploring the museum. Like a good book, your guests won’t want the event to end! With various rooms and seating options, we can accommodate a range of events - seated dinners in our Nation of Writers gallery, cocktail receptions in Readers Hall, intimate corporate breakfast meetings, and more. Attention nonprofit organizations! When you rent a party venue at the American Writers Museum, you can host a memorable and unique celebration for all ages without having to break the bank. Special Venue Pricing*: Save 30% off the venue fee for Sunday to Wednesday events and 20% off for Thursday to Saturday events. *Proof of 501(c)(3) status required
The Underground
56 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 75-450 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
Named “Chicago Hotspot” by US Weekly and “Best in the US” by Nightclub & Bar Magazine, The Underground has not only elevated Chicago nightlife by attracting a rotating guest list of Chicago notables, celebrities, and international DJs, but is also a perfect location for a wide range of events, including company holiday parties, product launches, networking events after McCormick Place trade shows, press events, and conferences for parties between 50-450 guests, reception-style — making it one of the largest and most unique corporate party venues in Chicago. Our venue offers two separate event spaces, The Lounge and The Club. The Club room accommodates up to 300 guests, reception-style. The Lounge accommodates up to 150 guests, reception-style. And, for large scale events, a full venue buyout can accommodate up to 450 guests, reception-style. Our high level of customer service, attention to detail, and delicious party catering allows your guests to feel like VIPs in a sophisticated Chicago venue with a modern vibe. Customized food and beverage packages, music, lighting and overall ambiance can be adjusted according to your specific event. We offer full-service event planning and production for all your event needs! Our event specialists assist with branding, decor, floral, special invitations, hired entertainers, transportation, and other special projects. For more information, please call 773-433-8038, email Events@TheUndergroundChicago.com, or visit our website at www.TheUndergroundChicago.com. Let's start planning your next great event!
The Pavilion at Northerly Island
1300 S Linn White Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA- Spaces for 160-30,000 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Theaters
Featuring an outdoor setting with soaring views, The Pavilion at Northerly Island is the perfect location to host your next conference, corporate event, fundraiser, private concert or graduation. Located 1.8 miles from Downtown, this unique venue serves as an iconic backdrop with versatile spaces including an open-air amphitheater, spacious lawn and intimate VIP Club offering limitless opportunities for your next private event. Accommodating up to 30,000 guests, this venue celebrates extraordinary hospitality and service creating a lasting impression from intimate experiences to full venue buyouts. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full-service event production, custom menus and mixology, our talented team of event specialist provide seamless execution to make your event one to remember.
Gadabout
5212 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, USA- Spaces for 75-100 Guests
We feel that street food is the gastronomic essence of a city's culture here at Gadabout. Rolf and Meagan Pedersen, who run the restaurant, draw inspiration from all over the world to make upgraded, non-traditional street food. The essence of our cuisine, which reflects a careful convergence of cultures, a celebration of Chicago's rich diversity, and a sense of approachable adventure, is the word "gadabout," which means a regular, pleasure-seeking global traveler. Through the use of robust flavors and local products, our food attempts to generate a sense of lighthearted nostalgia. The cocktail menu features small-batch spirits in vivid drinks, as well as a variety of vintage sodas. Our goal is to create a dynamic list of sustainable practices at our restaurant and in the community as a whole. To reduce our carbon footprint and give you the greatest and freshest products available, we acquire produce and proteins from local farms whenever possible. We’re lucky enough to have a great space available for parties of any size - up to a hundred people. Feel free to reach out and discuss the many options our restaurant can offer to make your party great.
One North Wacker Events
One N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA- 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.
Sal's On Tap
1645 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612, USA- 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.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Pazzo's @ 311
311 South Wacker, 311 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USAGet a taste of Italy in the heart of Chicago! Pazzo's 311 serves up authentic, delectable Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment. Pazzo's 311, located in the center of Chicago's West Loop, offers the opportunity to organize your next event at a unique venue in a prime Chicago location. You and your friends will think you've been whisked away to Italy for the evening! Pazzo's 311 has a unique venue space that will ensure a memorable event! Partially situated in an exotic office lobby, complete with palm palms and waterfalls, Pazzo's 311 has a unique venue space that will ensure an amazing event! Pazzo's 311 specializes in creating unique and unforgettable events, having hosted hundreds of weddings. Pazzo's is the perfect place to host your next gathering! We can help you plan a sophisticated workplace celebration, whether it's a dinner party for 40 or a full-blown soirée for 400. Hundreds of newlyweds have enjoyed the same award-winning facilities, staff, and service that you can enjoy for your corporate events and private gatherings.
The Shandelier Room
22348 Governors Hwy, Richton Park, IL 60471, USA- Spaces for 300-400 Guests
TSR is an upscale banquet hall venue; every inch of this breathtaking space was designed to encapsulate the glamorous life. If you are looking for a space that will wow your guests, this is the place to be. The space is over 6000 sq ft, has a private foyer, spacious ballroom, private suite, large kitchenette for catering, private coat room and more. This is a modular space that can be transformed to suit any special event from weddings, anniversaries, birthday's, or corporate events. If you don't need that much space, we offer our large foyer as a separate space for intimate events & meetings. TSR has 11 bathroom stalls, including ADA and a family room designed for women with children. The bathrooms have plenty of lighting, large bowl sinks and waterfall faucets. This space has everything you need from 72 inch round tables, 8 ft rectangular tables, standard black chair or clear chiavari seating. We have five 80 inch tv's for your viewing pleasure, a 12x12 dance floor, pipe and drape backdrops and more.
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
Le Colonial Lake Forest
655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA- Spaces for 12-300 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Le Colonial Lake Forest is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920's. Heralded as "an escapist’s paradise," the famed French-Vietnamese institution is designed to capture Vietnam's era of romance and soft architecture in the heart of the charming Market Square of Lake Forest. Le Colonial opened its doors in July 2022, in a historical two-story structure originally built in 1901 to serve as the community’s fire and police station. The free standing building includes over 12,500 square feet of lavish palm-filled dining and picturesque banquet event space, as well as a large outdoor garden for alfresco dining and lounging by the Parrot bar. "We carefully source our ingredients from locally owned farms in each of our locations. Through our partnerships, we not only ensure the freshest and highest quality of ingredients to create flavor bursting fare (more nutrients, minimal pesticides, safer food supply) but also support the local communities. Indeed, we believe the value of a restaurant goes beyond pleasing the palette and is measured based on its positive impact on our local communities." - CHEF HASSAN OBAYE, CULINARY DIRECTOR AT LE COLONIAL
Avg response time 1-2 days
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse – Lombard
70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148, USA- Spaces for 12-450 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
- 1 Event Space
Harry Caray’s in Lombard offers a wide range of private event spaces. We are known for spectacular weddings. Our elegant, wood-paneled ballroom with floor to ceiling windows open onto an expansive terrace overlooking a beautiful pond and fountain. Harry’s also offers many options for smaller corporate and social events, including several private dining rooms within the restaurant.
MAD Social
1140 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 70-100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
MAD Social is a neighborhood kitchen & gathering place in the heart of the West Loop. The elevated yet approachable venue space features a rustic, industrial chic interior, which provides the perfect backdrop for eclectic shareable plates & creative cocktails. MAD Social is available for full buy out, and their event menus and packages are customizable. Adolfo Garcia oversaw the design of MAD Social and has kept it true to its warehouse roots, while bringing a French industrial chic feel to the space. An intimate and refined place, MAD Social has 65 seats in the dining room, 12 at the bar and will offer outdoor seating in the patio space during warmer months. In keeping with the industrial past of the West Loop neighborhood, Garcia used “1900’s warehouse” as a design inspiration. He utilized the natural elements in the space, like the original timber ceilings and hardwood flooring. Leftover wood from the buildout was reclaimed and re-used. Guests will see it incorporated throughout MAD Social's dining room from the table tops to focal point art pieces, including a jigsaw-esque design on the front of the bar and an oversized wooden mosaic piece on the east wall.
Colvin House
5940 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
Punch Bowl Social Chicago
310 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 664-1,000 Guests
Punch Bowl Social's scratch kitchen, creative drinks, and immersive gaming like karaoke, bowling, and a retro arcade make us the place to go for the best food and entertainment. Party planners, your ideal event is just around the corner. We have bowling, ping pong, billiards, arcade, dartsee, fantastic meals, and artisan drinks all housed in a 30,000-square-foot glammed out, jazzed up, dirty modern grown-up playground that will thrill your guests and keep the party rockin in the Fulton Market District. It's time for some genuine, unscripted hilarity. It's time for some foodertainment that goes above and beyond. We're all about having fun and interacting with other people, whether we're on our feet or on our knees. Brunch and power ballads, happy hour, late night, private parties, and everything in between are all on the menu. Punch Bowl Social is a location where rock stars are treated like guests and guests are treated like rock stars. Regardless of color, class, creed, gender, orientation, or karaoke ability, all fun hunters and foodies are welcome and invited. Our goal is to promote human connection by emulating the Victorian-era habit of gathering around a punch bowl. It's true real world fun and exploration on a whole new level, with our dirty modern design, handmade beverages, scratch-kitchen food, and unlimited entertainment alternatives. It's time for some serious eating, entertaining, and out-of-this-world fun. We have legendary punches, specialty beverages (with and without alcohol), food fit for foodies, and countless gaming alternatives at Punch Bowl Social. And we're giving it to you in a stunning, design-forward environment that will entice you to stay and play indefinitely.
Quartino Ristorante
626 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 12-250 Guests
- 9 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 9 Event Spaces
Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar is a bustling downtown Chicago establishment noted for its distinctive Italian small-plates menu, vintage decor and attentive, personable staff. The menu features Italy’s regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan style pizza, house-made pasta and seasonal dishes. Quartino offers several distinct private dining rooms, which are available for birthday parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, special events or business meetings.Quartino PDR offers family style or buffet receptions that are available for brunch, lunch and dinner.
Great Big Game Show Schaumburg
Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL 60173, USAGreat Big Game Show, brought to you by The Escape Game, is an immersive game show experience. Two teams come on stage to face off in a battle for points and glory. Our location is where the action is, close to the area’s best restaurants and retail! Heading out for a meal, doing some shopping, or spending a night on the town? Add a Great Big Game Show to the line up! Have a birthday coming up? Players celebrating their birthday get their ticket for FREE - just show proof of your date of birth in store. You’ll even get a special spotlight moment during the show that'll make this birthday one-of-a-kind. Parking: Parking is available throughout Woodfield Mall in multiple surface lots and garages. The easiest option is the main garage near the Nordstrom/JCPenney side, which offers convenient access to the mall. Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com or 847-834-7062.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Bub City Chicago
435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- 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.