Top North Chicago Venues

Morton's The Steakhouse first opened its doors on State Street in 1978 and now welcomes guests to more than 65 worldwide locations. Morton's prides itself on quality and consistency and features USDA prime-aged steaks, fresh seafood, hand-picked produce, delicious appetizers and decadent desserts. Morton's private dining rooms can be transformed to meet your needs for business or social occasions. From birthdays to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, from breakfast meetings to client dinners, from wedding receptions to milestone anniversaries....the possibilities are endless. Morton's on-site sales and event manager can customize every detail of your event to ensure it's exactly what you envision. This location featured three private dining rooms, featuring elegant decor that is sophisticated, stylish, and tasteful, creating a refined and inviting ambiance to set the perfect tone for your group. Each room can accommodate up to 20 guests or rooms can be combined to accommodate 60+ guests.

At its core, ELAWA FARM is an innovative public-private collaboration devoted to the preservation and maintenance of a rare combination of natural environment, created landscapes, as well as architectural and historic structures. It was in 1998 that the City of Lake Forest purchased a 16-acre tract of land that included the original farm complex buildings that were once part of a gentleman's farm dating back to the early twentieth century, known as ELAWA FARM. This acquisition, which was made adjacent to the environmentally valuable Middlefork Savana, provided a chance for a unique combination of public and private entities to work in the preservation and use of this land, which was previously underutilized. Elawa Farm is currently operated by the Elawa Farm Foundation, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The Middlefork Savana is a section of the Lake County Forest Preserve, which is located in northern California. Elawa Farm is the ideal location for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, engagement party, or other special event of any size or scope.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

The Clubhouse at HeatherRidge is a golf course event venue set on a nine-hole layout in Gurnee, Illinois, where flowing creeks and ponds wind through seven of the nine holes. Opened in 1975, the property has grown into one of Illinois's well-regarded nine-hole facilities, offering both indoor and outdoor settings for weddings, banquets, and private parties. The newly renovated Clubhouse features a Waterfall Lounge and dance floor and accommodates up to 150 guests. Outside, the Cabana Bar and Grill provides a relaxed open-air gathering space with views of the course grounds. Whether hosting an indoor reception, an outdoor ceremony, or a combination of both, the venue's surroundings — mature trees, manicured fairways, and scenic water features — lend a natural backdrop to any celebration.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The Adler Arts Center is a stunning and one-of-a-kind location for small, intimate gatherings. With space for anything from a wedding or baby shower in the ballroom and sun porch to an exquisite nighttime cocktail party spread throughout the house, The Adler Arts Center is the ideal location for your special occasion. The Adler Estate was the home of architect David Adler, who lived there for many years. From 1918 until his death in 1949, he resided at this residence. The Adler Arts Center, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is an architectural jewel that demonstrates Adler's passion for Colonial Revival architecture while also incorporating Classical Revival and French Renaissance Revival elements, as well as numerous signature design features. A rich bespoke interior with elaborate woodcarvings and the blazing warmth of light from another age will greet you and your guests as they walk through the door.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Waterfront

Illinois Beach Hotel sits within Illinois Beach State Park in Zion, Illinois — the only hotel in the state located directly on Lake Michigan and the last remaining undeveloped stretch of the lake's shoreline in Illinois. Positioned roughly 50 miles north of Chicago, the property offers guests and event attendees direct access to a sandy beachfront setting that is otherwise inaccessible in the region. The hotel's primary event space, the Grand Ballroom, accommodates up to 200 guests and is suited for weddings, quinceañeras, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate gatherings, graduation parties, anniversaries, reunions, and holiday events. Wedding packages include bar setup, tables, linens, stemware, flatware, china, banquet chairs, complimentary WiFi, and complimentary parking. In-house catering options and bar packages are available for all events. On-site guest rooms — many with lakefront views — allow event guests to stay on property, and Nolan's Restaurant provides dining for overnight guests and event attendees alike.

• Spaces for 25-80 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar

Froggy's French Café has been a beloved fixture on Chicago's North Shore since 1980, when founders Gregg Mason and Chef Thierry Lefeuvre opened its doors in Highwood, Illinois. Now in its fifth decade and maintained in partnership with Bill and Sheri Cartwright, the restaurant has built a reputation for seasonal French cuisine prepared with fresh, distinctive ingredients — earning recognition from Zagat and Wine Spectator along the way. For private events, Froggy's offers three dedicated spaces. The Greenhouse Bar accommodates up to 25 guests and is available Saturdays for lunch and Sundays for events, set beneath warm lights and lush greenery. The Wine Cellar holds up to 50 and is accessible daily with customizable layouts suited to seated dinners and intimate receptions. The Dining Room seats up to 80 and is available Sundays for lunch or dinner and Saturdays for lunch events. Throughout all three spaces, artwork by Jacqueline Lefeuvre gives the rooms a distinctively French character. In-house catering is available for on-site events, with off-site catering handled through a partner company.

We import antique and vintage furniture and accessories primarily from France, but also from Italy, Spain, England, Greece, and Turkey. We also have a wonderful Gustavian Swedish collection. Other services that we provide include custom importing, custom ordering, and professional design consultation. We can find just about anything you are looking for and import it for you. Also, our professional design service can help you to determine and place the special item in your home.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Bella Via can accommodate parties of 20 to 200. We have two separate private rooms than can be combined into one large room making our event space ideal for many different functions. We have many years of experience hosting B’nei Mitzvahs, Wedding & Wedding Rehearsals, Showers, Birthday Parties, Reunions, Sports Banquets, Business Meetings, Holiday Parties and more. Bella Via Restaurant & Banquet has been in business 20 years serving the communities of the North Shore. Over the years, we have expanded and grown to become one of the premier locations for dining and private events.

Bring your event to Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, a gathering place nestled deep in the 565 acres of the tranquil wooded sanctuary of the Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods, Illinois. We invite you to discover this little known treasure. Just 25 miles from Chicago’s downtown, Brushwood Center is worlds away from the busyness of life. ​ Plan your event at Brushwood Center and experience the warmth and charm of the historic Ryerson estate with the benefits offered through the surrounding nature. Turn into Brushwood Center and leave the world behind. The beauty, peace, and quiet of a pristine oak woodland is the backdrop to your event. You’ll enjoy stunning tree or garden views from every window. We promise that your family gathering, life celebration, or business retreat will only gain clarity and inspiration when it takes place at Brushwood Center.

• Spaces for 120-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Welcome to Di Pescara, where we serve fresh seafood, homemade Italian, and steaks in a comfortable, modern environment. Our private dining rooms are great for your next occasion, whether it's a business luncheon for four, a shower for thirty, or a rehearsal dinner for 120. Our special events and parties consultant is available to help you arrange your special occasion from start to finish. These are just a few of the many services provided, which include bespoke menus and centerpieces. We look forward to assisting you with your catering requirements. GENERAL INFORMATION Several points of interest are listed below. Above all, we recognize that this is YOUR party, YOUR occasion, and YOUR meal. We will go above and above to fulfill your unique requirements and exceed your expectations. Our top priority is your satisfaction. SERVICE Individually plated lunch and dinners are provided, as well as a family type alternative. Everyone will enjoy a selection of things from one of our family style meals. FEES FOR SERVICES A 10% tax will be charged to the entire cost of food and beverages (Gratuity not included). A 3% event fee will be added to the final bill. GUARANTEES A $250 reservation fee is needed at the time of the reservation for all parties. The function's final payment must be made on the day of the event. When a reservation is canceled within 60 days of the function date, the reservation fee is nonrefundable. MINIMUMS FOR THE ROOM There are no additional fees for certain rooms. During dinner hours, however, there are room minimums that must be satisfied. During lunchtime, there are no minimums. Our special events coordinator can walk you through the process. FRESH FLOWERS A fresh flower arrangement is placed on each of our banquet tables. Custom arrangements can be made for a fee. Our special event organizer will be happy to help you with your requirements. AUDIO VISUAL Audio Visual One, one of the city's best audio/visual firms, has teamed with Di Pescara. Slide projectors, plasma screens, digital projectors, p.a. systems, DVD players, VCRs, and other items are available. On request, a complete product list including pricing is available.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Courtyard Chicago Highland Park/Northbrook offers event spaces for your next celebration in Highland Park, Illinois.