Top Palos Park Venues

DISCO is a chic, late-night club that offers guests a sexy and sophisticated room to dance the night away in, while drinking vintage champagne, craft cocktails and elevated bottle service. Conceptualized and designed by Bonhomme Hospitality Group (Celeste, Black Bull, Bordel, Fulton Market Kitchen), DISCO channels the glamour and globally-fueled character of the discotheques in 1970s New York City and Paris (Studio 54, the Loft, Paradise Garage, Chez Castel, Chez Régine). With a passion and focus for maintaining Chicago’s most authentic music programming, DISCO is a nightlife sanctuary with the essential wall-to-wall LED dance floor, custom retro wall coverings, fur sofas, ornate mirrored ceilings, tropical plants, and Lucite furnishings.

• Spaces for 50-3,563 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Theater
• 3 Event Spaces

The Lyric Opera House is a majestic setting for entertaining on any scale. The theatre, spacious back of house, lobby, grand foyer and four private dining rooms are available to rent for public ticketed and private events. The Lyric Opera House is a world class concert venue and has featured artists including David Byrne, Bryan Ferry, Seal, Andrew Bird and Wilco. The 3,563-seat theater is the second-largest opera auditorium in North America and holds the largest stage in downtown Chicago. Excellent sightlines, premium acoustics, and intricate architectural detailing make for a fantastic and unique venue. Host your wedding or private event in one of the world's most beautiful buildings. The Lyric Opera House is one of Chicago's historic landmarks and among the world's most beautiful buildings. Built in 1929 and fully restored in 1996, the Lyric Opera House is a hybrid of Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs and a majestic setting for entertaining on any scale. The theater, spacious back of house, lobby and grand foyer, and four private dining rooms are available to rent for public ticketed and private events.

• Spaces for 16-250 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Three Dots and a Dash is the perfect place to celebrate all of life’s wins. our dedicated team can help you plan your victory celebration for all occasions. From big promotions to engagements & weddings to bachelor & bachelorette parties, we have a space to fit your event.

• 1 Restaurant

The world-famous Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. With Circassian wood paneling imported from Russia and Austrian chandeliers, the 17,000 square foot dining room is both elegant and comfortable. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theatre district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show.

• Spaces for 14-250 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Sophistication, charm and sports history blend together in this historic landmark building in the heart of River North, creating one of Chicago’s most distinctive private dining experiences. Every event, from business and social gatherings to rehearsal dinners, held at Harry Caray’s is customized to meet each client’s individual needs. We are happy to help you enhance your events with uplighting, custom linens, flowers, A/V equipment, live entertainment and branded gift shop items.

Chef José Andrés reimagines the traditional American coffee shop and café with a touch of the distinctive Spanish flavor that he is known for in his new restaurant, Café by the River. A café in Spain is much more than just a location where one may purchase a cup of coffee. It is a focal point for engaging in conversation, generating new ideas, and, of course, indulging in some gastronomic pleasure. Café by the River brings that mentality into the current day by mixing the tastes and warmth of Spanish cafés with the convenience of an American coffee shop. The café is located on the banks of the river that runs through the city. The café is located on the river walk level of the towering Bank of America Building, which is 55 stories tall. It serves office employees throughout the day, giving them with fuel and a side of Chicago River views. Café by the River provides something for everyone as Chicagoans head back to the workplace. Online ordering is accessible for those who want a quick morning caffeine kick, and the dining area is bright, open, and sprinkled with greenery for those who'd want to linger over lunch with friends. The Café by the River has a comprehensive selection of both coffee and tea. The cuisine options, which include breakfast served all day, sandwiches, salads, and pastries, all have a Spanish feel to them (a breakfast sandwich on Pan de Cristal bread, grilled cheese made with four Spanish cheeses, and the signature xuixo, a crispy fried cream-filled pastry rolled in sugar). Meetings and coffee breaks may be elevated to a higher level than the standard boxed lunches served in conference rooms by utilizing to-go and catering packages. The service at the café is usually courteous and swift, but it is never rushed. This ensures that office employees don't have to go too far away from their desks in order to indulge in a delectable meal or snack. In the course of the day, Café By The River provides the occupants of the Bank of America Tower as well as the inhabitants of Chicago with delectable cuisine and beverages that are refreshing. The area undergoes a complete makeover in the evening, transforming into an impressive venue that is perfect for organizing private gatherings. Our staff is available to collaborate with you in the organization of gatherings of varying sizes and themes.

• Spaces for 24-150 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients.

• Spaces for 80-800 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Landmarks

The Chicago Cultural Center, amongst the ornate decor of marble, polished brass, fine hardwoods, and colorful mosaics holds a rich history of the Windy City. Initially built as the first central public library of Chicago, this building has become one of the most visited attractions in the city. Home to not one, but two spectacular crystal domes, this building will serve as a decadent background to any private event or wedding. Close to numerous hotels, shopping and across the street from Millennium Park, The Chicago Cultural Center is convenient for those traveling near and far.

• Spaces for 3,553 Guests

The landmark Chicago Theatre is likely the city’s most iconic venue, and its famous C-H-I-C-A-G-O marquee lights up State Street every evening. Located in Chicago’s Loop, The Chicago Theatre hosts everything from concerts and comedians to film premiers and special events. Its convenient downtown location is close to hotels, restaurants and parking. Auditorium and lobbies are available to rent for special events, and the venue also has a private 250-seat downstairs theatre. The Chicago Theatre can easily accommodate, fashion and television shows, up-fronts, benefits, concerts, plays, award ceremonies, corporate meetings, dinners on stage, receptions, graduations and weddings. Additionally, the venue offers the “Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour” weekly, which takes guests on a history-filled journey from the inception of this majestic venue in 1921 all the way to its present day incarnation as a premiere entertainment venue.

• 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 40-50 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

A great venue to host your next event! Business Meetings, Bridal Showers, Birthday's, Business Dinners and SO much more!

• Spaces for 10-90 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Seven Lions features classic cuisine and cocktails with a modern twist and an approachable wine list with uniquely-grown varietals. Located in a landmark building at 130 S. on Chicago's magnificent Michigan Avenue, the American clubhouse concept is steps away from the iconic Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago. Seven Lions features three distinct private dining rooms as well as a patio: The Blue Room: Located on the main floor, is the most intimate room and seats ten. The Den: Located on the first floor and seats 20-35 guests. The Symphony Room: Located downstairs and aptly named after the building’s previous tenants’ musical practice space, serves as a banquet hall for up to 100 seated guests and offers a separate bar. Seven Lions Patio: An expansive al fresco space along bustling Michigan Avenue open during the warmer months and seats 70-80. Seven Lions is open 11 a.m. – close Monday through Friday (with dinner service starting at 4 p.m.) and 10 a.m. – close Saturday and Sunday, beginning with brunch. For reservations, click here.

• Spaces for 16-120 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

The word Acanto is the Italian translation of Acanthus, the flowery leaf featured prominently in Roman architecture. Famed architect Louis Sullivan used Acanthus in his distinctive terracotta ornamentation found on the facade of our historically landmarked building at 18 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago. Steps from Millennium Park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto is the destination for those who appreciate Italian food, wine and an approachable, inviting dining experience. Inviting decor, proximity to world class destinations along Chicago's Cultural Mile, and outstanding food and libations make Acanto the ideal location for special group gatherings. Our dining room may be reserved for parties of 65 to 100 guests. And, our patio on Michigan Avenue is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails and mingling.

• Spaces for 16-40 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman, celebrity couple Bill & Giuliana Rancic and acclaimed chef Doug Psaltis. RPM Italian offers private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party or a large celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The private dining spaces at RPM Italian are chic and modern, set in tones of blacks, whites and grays. When you book your private event with RPM Italian, our Parties & Special Events team will be available to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience, paying attention to every detail from menu selection and design to wine pairings and floral arrangements.

• Spaces for 20-275 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Looking for a unique Chicago venue to host an event? Look no further than Kinzie Chophouse! When you choose Kinzie Chophouse, you will know that you will have access to the perfect space for a true Chicago-style dining experience! Kinzie Chophouse is perfect for every occasion! Let our knowledgeable team walk you through planning your perfect private dining event! Custom tailor your special night at Kinzie Chophouse to be a memorable experience! Kinzie Chophouse can customize any type of event, including: Corporate Events | Company Luncheons I Holiday Parties I Birthday Parties | Graduation Celebrations | Business Dinners | Cocktail Receptions | Bachelor Dinners | Wedding & Baby Showers | Rehearsal Dinners | Anniversary Gatherings I Retirement Dinners

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Host your next event where classic games meet cocktails. Once the original billiards room, Game Room now transforms into a lively playground complete with craft cocktails, local brews, and playful bites. From billiards and shuffleboard to skeeball, pop-a-shot, chess, and checkers, it’s the perfect setting for semi-private events that don’t take themselves too seriously.

• Spaces for 60-140 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space

Private Dining by Sepia serves as the ideal backdrop for the inventive, American cuisine created by James Beard Award nominated Chef Andrew Zimmerman. Available seven days a week for lunch or dinner, it can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated meal and up to 100 for a standing cocktail reception. Private Dining by Sepia offers a unique venue for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and small weddings. Michelin-starred Sepia restaurant, located next door to the private dining room, may be available for a full buyout on select dates. Accommodating up to 120 for a seated meal, the main dining room offers a warm and intimate setting for a memorable event.

• 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.