Top Vernon Hills Venues

• 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.

Great 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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 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 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.

When it comes to elegance and grace, Biltmore is a landmark resort that stands as a tribute to timelessness in a world of passing trends. Featuring Barrington's own private beach, unsurpassed hospitality, great programming, and celebration facilities for the entire family, this resort has something for everyone. Its award-winning dining options include anything from mouthwatering steaks in the Grill Room to casual family dinners at the Beach Club. Championship tennis and golf are only a couple of the activities available to people of all ages. With a View... Weddings in the Park... Your memorable event will be remembered fondly for many years to come! We invite you to let our team of imaginative and trustworthy professionals to create an experience that is unparalleled. We want to give you with more than simply a venue in which to entertain your guests; we want to assist you in creating lasting memories. Ceremonies and receptions for weddings, brunches and showers for anniversaries and birthdays, golf outings and fundraising events are all possible. Contact us now! Your guests will be impressed with the Biltmore!

• 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.

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 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 100-400 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Take a look at the rooms and spaces that are available at our location. Please come in and have a look at our event venues in person, or contact to set up an appointment for a more personalized tour. For room exclusivity, some events may have minimum capacity or food/drink requirements. On Friday and Saturday evenings, smaller parties may have to share space with other diners/events. For room exclusivity, events may have minimum size or food/drink requirements. The cost of a room varies depending on the number of people in your group and the date and time. Nellie's Band Room The Band Room, or main performance room, is our largest event venue, with a stage area and a large bar on the first floor. For an additional $250 and $100, respectively, you can use our cutting-edge sound system and/or lighting features. We can host and cater for nearly any type of event in this area, not just live music. - Dinners for up to 30 people, seated and plated - Up to 200 people can be served at a buffet. - Up to 400 guests, cash bar with limited food from the normal menu - We can accommodate 400+ guests if this space is combined with the Mezzanine upstairs. The Mezzanine The Mezzanine on the second floor gives a beautiful view of the show as well as a separate bar with access to the rooftop. This space is suitable for smaller gatherings, however there are restrictions on bookings for concerts and other events. Smaller groups of 10 to bigger groups of 125 seats or 200 standing can be accommodated on the Mezzanine. Lower Level Beer Garden On the first level, near the main entrance, there is an outdoor space. Up to 100 individuals can be accommodated. Weather permitting, available seasonally. Rooftop Patio Plan an outdoor event and dine al fresco on the northwest suburbs' only rooftop. The space is next to the Mezzanine on the second floor. Up to 200 people can be accommodated. Weather permitting, available seasonally.

• Spaces for 24-250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Country Club

Weddings Makray weddings are filled with romance, elegance, and anticipation. You are surrounded by beauty whether you are inside or outside. Feel the grandeur of our expansive ballroom or be enchanted by the natural beauty of our picturesque fairways. Customize to your heart's content. Our committed crew is here to create a day full of memories that will last a lifetime for groups of 30 to 250 individuals. What is it about a Makray wedding that makes it so special? Contact one of our event planners to find out! Social Makray Memorial Golf Club is a great place to have your next event. Allow your occasion to unfold in timeless beauty, whether it's a celebration, commemoration, or fundraiser, with our magnificent venues that can accommodate 30 to 240 people. Utilize our expansive ballroom, gorgeous terrace patio, or stunning fairways. Corporate Makray Memorial Golf Club is the ideal location for combining work and pleasure. We offer a wide range of golf trips, including corporate, charity, and casual events. Golf outings may accommodate anywhere from 24 to 144 people. With a variety of meeting rooms, multimedia display accommodations, group golf outings, and full banquet services, we make your event stress-free from beverage cart to dinner. Bring the pleasure of a golf course retreat to your next corporate event! Regardless of the occasion, we have services to fit your needs. From our Grand Ballroom to an intimate Golfers' Lounge, you can choose from a number of on-site locations. Our on-site restaurant serves a variety of delectable dishes, ranging from entire banquets to dessert tables and hors d'oeuvres.

• Spaces for 40-265 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Francesca's Restaurants Group, founded in 1992 by restaurateur Scott Harris, has developed from a modest, inviting Italian restaurant on Chicago's North Clark Street to into a multi-million dollar enterprise. Francesca's Restaurant Group, based in Chicago, now owns and runs 20 Francesca's Restaurants, five Davanti Enoteca locations, five Glazed and Infused locations, Disotto, and Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar locations, among other things. The concepts include Francesca's Restaurants, which offers handwritten menus of classic Italian favorites in an ambiance of sophisticated comfort; Davanti Enoteca, which is a neighborhood wine bar and restaurant that serves contemporary takes on rustic Italian cuisine; and Glazed and Infused, which is a classic American artisan doughnut shop experience. Through all of its concepts, the multi-unit restaurant business is committed to the original restaurant's founding idea of Italian hospitality, where simple food made with high-quality ingredients and considerate service can transform an ordinary dinner into a memorable occasion. This is the 16th restaurant in the Francesca's Restaurants network, and it serves Italian cuisine. The restaurant, which is located in downtown Barrington, serves up fresh and delectable Italian fare. Despite the fact that the atmosphere is informal, the mood is elegant. You have the option of reserving private event spaces for your gathering. In the biggest private event room, up to 200 guests can comfortably sit at tables and chairs. Additionally, there are a variety of options for hosting a private party including meals from Francesca's Familia. It can be served in a family type setting, an executive style setting, an appetizer reception setting, or catered to another location where you will be hosting your party. A team of event sales managers is ready to assist you in determining which event type is most appropriate for the event you are organizing.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Francesca's Restaurants Group, founded in 1992 by restaurateur Scott Harris, has developed from a modest, inviting Italian restaurant on Chicago's North Clark Street to into a multi-million dollar enterprise. Francesca's Restaurant Group, based in Chicago, now owns and runs 20 Francesca's Restaurants, five Davanti Enoteca locations, five Glazed and Infused locations, Disotto, and Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar locations, among other things. The concepts include Francesca's Restaurants, which offers handwritten menus of classic Italian favorites in an ambiance of sophisticated comfort; Davanti Enoteca, which is a neighborhood wine bar and restaurant that serves contemporary takes on rustic Italian cuisine; and Glazed and Infused, which is a classic American artisan doughnut shop experience. Through all of its concepts, the multi-unit restaurant business is committed to the original restaurant's founding idea of Italian hospitality, where simple food made with high-quality ingredients and considerate service can transform an ordinary dinner into a memorable occasion. A casually elegant ambience, rustic food, courteous service, and reasonable rates can be found at Francesca's Tavola in Arlington Heights. The cuisine of Rome and the neighboring regions of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio is included on the menu, which is characterized by its zesty earthiness.