Top Chicago Opening Party Bars

33 results near Chicago, IL, USA

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    Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect bar in Chicago. 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 Chicago bar has never been easier.

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    Function Room 1, an event space at Dave & Buster's Rosemont

    Dave & Buster's Rosemont

    9870 Berwyn Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA
    Spaces for 54-2,000 Guests
    3 Bars
    3 Restaurants
    3 Total Spaces

    Back in the late 1970s, Buster opened a restaurant known for its tasty food and friendly service. A few doors down, Dave opened an outrageous place for...

    Est. $108/guest
    Avg response time 2-4 hrs

    JoJo's Shake Bar

    23 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    Spaces for 45-450 Guests
    3 Bars
    3 Restaurants
    3 Total Spaces

    JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and River North's go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Grounded in nostalgia,...

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs

    Shore Club Chicago

    1603 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
    Spaces for 100-1,000 Guests
    3 Bars
    2 Restaurants
    3 Total Spaces

    Shore Club Chicago is the ultimate venue for semi private & private events in downtown Chicago. Our restaurant transforms into an elegant and dynamic event...

    Est. $153/guest
    Avg response time 6-12 hrs

    Pendry Chicago

    230 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    Spaces for 50-400 Guests
    1 Bar
    2 Hotels
    7 Total Spaces

    An exceptionally Grand Ballroom. A series of galleries and breakout spaces. Event spaces with terraces along Michigan Ave. Private boardrooms and dining...

    Est. $307/guest
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs

    Vela

    352 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    1 Opening Party Album
    Spaces for 12-150 Guests
    1 Bar
    3 Restaurants

    Inspired by the cultural richness and vibrancy of Mexico City. At Vela, the diverse flavors and energy of Mexico are showcased through the lens of its...

    $1,000 min

    Biagio Events and Catering

    4242 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634, USA
    Spaces for 40-600 Guests
    1 Bar
    7 Event Spaces
    7 Total Spaces

    Biagio Events & Catering has deep roots in the Chicagoland area. As a part of the Suparossa Restaurant Group family, we have been serving the freshest and...

    Est. $106/guest
    $10,500 min

    One East Wacker

    1 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    Spaces for 45-412 Guests
    3 Bars
    5 Event Spaces
    5 Total Spaces

    Experience the ideal hub for professionals eager to elevate their meetings and collaborations. At 1 East Wacker, one of Chicago's tallest downtown...

    The Emily Hotel

    311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    Spaces for 100-300 Guests
    2 Bars
    2 Restaurants
    2 Total Spaces

    Welcome to The Emily Hotel - a boutique hotel experience in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market inspired by the belief that art changes the way we look at...

    Avg response time 12-24 hrs

    Joy District

    112 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    Spaces for 34-700 Guests
    5 Bars
    2 Restaurants
    6 Total Spaces

    Located in Chicago’s River North, Joy District combines a heightened dining experience with private enclosures, a roof top experience, and late night lounge....

    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
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    The Monte Bello Estate

    16501 135th St, Lemont, IL 60439, USA
    Spaces for 275 Guests
    2 Bars
    1 Ballroom
    5 Total Spaces

    The Monte Bello Estate is a venue for those looking for more than the “cookie cutter” wedding, social event, or corporate event – they are wanting something...

    Est. $393/guest
    $59,000 min
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs

    Ravinia Green Country Club

    1200 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
    Spaces for 25-300 Guests
    1 Bar
    1 Ballroom
    7 Total Spaces

    As one of the North Shore's premier country clubs, Ravinia Green Country Club hosts exceptional parties, from outdoor celebrations under the stars to elegant...

    Est. $217/guest
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs

    JoJo's Shake Bar - Naperville

    5 Jackson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540, USA
    Spaces for 50-275 Guests
    3 Bars
    3 Restaurants
    3 Total Spaces

    JoJo's welcomes friends and family to indulge and create memories while taking them back to the 1980s and 1990s. It is located in the center of downtown...

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs

    Bar Salotto

    1421 N Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
    Spaces for 45-100 Guests
    1 Bar
    2 Restaurants
    2 Total Spaces

    A boutique pizza bar in Arlington Heights. Our mission is to create an exceptional dining experience where families come together to savor the finest...

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