Top Chicago Opening Party Restaurants
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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 restaurant 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 restaurant has never been easier.
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Chicago Chop House
60 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- 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.
Cindy's Rooftop
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA- Spaces for 20-40 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The jewel in the crown of The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, Cindy's is our rooftop restaurant and open-air terrace with panoramic views of Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Lake Michigan, and beyond. With seasonal freshness reflected in both food and drink, the rooftop dons the relaxed ambience of a Great Lakes beach house with a view. Executive Chef Christian Ragano, creator of Glencoe’s much loved Guildhall, and former Chef de Cuisine at NoMi, joins forces with Chef de Cuisine Jeff Arasi, and renowned Spirit Guide and alumni of The Violet Hour, Nandini Khaund, to bring classic comfort and culinary invention via large format style dining over cocktails and apothecaries.
Untitled Supper Club
111 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 48-175 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 1 Event Space
The team at Untitled Chicago would love to plan your next event. Untitled Supper Club can accommodate groups of 15 to 750 people. So, whether you require a small cocktail reception or a larger celebration with presentations, dinner, and entertainment, the private dining staff at Untitled Supper Club will customize every last detail according to your budget and vision. Located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Untitled Supper Club takes after Prohibition-era speakeasies - meaning low profile, low light, craft cocktails, champagne and secret entrances. For a "speakeasy," the space should feel anything but quaint, clocking in at 18,000 square feet with a hidden outdoor patio planned along Carroll Street. The restaurant space at Untitled Chicago is divided in several different rooms, including a "library" with velvet booths and a separate lounge with a 30-foot bar. So no matter what type of event space you need for your celebration, Untitled Supper Club would be thrilled to host you and your guests.
Bar Lupo
Chicago, IL, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
At Bar Lupo parties are our business. Our team is here seven days a week to ensure an exceptional level of service from inquiry to execution (and on to your next event). We can accommodate groups from 2 – 250 and we offer both on-site and off-site catering. From an intimate cocktail party to a private executive dinner to a grand gala, let us make your next event an overwhelming success.
Smoke Daddy, Wrigleyville
3636 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA- Spaces for 18-300 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Smoke Daddy is world-class BBQ in the heart of Wicker Park and now, the heart of Wrigleyville. We believe BBQ is a true homegrown American meal. Curated and smoked to be enjoyed together for lip-smacking, slow-cooked, savory goodness. Our Wrigleyville Locations offers options for Private and Semi-Private Spaces that are sure to be perfect for your cocktail party, BBQ Buffeg, or family gathering! ▪️ Buffet or Family-Style Service ▪️ Drink packages available including classic Smoke Daddy cocktails ▪️ Available for Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner 7 days a week ▪️ Live Music ▪️ 32 TVs
avec
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA- Spaces for 12-100 Guests
- 5 Restaurants
avec, a Mediterranean and Midwestern influenced shared plates restaurant, opened in October 2003 out of a partnership between Executive Chef Paul Kahan, restaurateur Donnie Madia and wine steward Eduard Seitan. Chef Perry Hendrix's rustic menu, featuring Midwest ingredients from valued local purveyors, takes its cue from the sun-drenched wine regions of Southwestern Europe. Beyond reflecting the aromas, flavors and colors of the Mediterranean in its cuisine, avec's extensive wine list focuses on the region's boutique vineyards. avec's second floor private event space draws from the warm, intimate design of the main dining room, and evokes the feeling of a rustic mediterranean wine cave. With an open kitchen and private bar, the second floor can host private events for up to 40 seated guests or up to 60 guests for a standing reception. For smaller groups, the space can be divided into a small, private room for with seating for 12 guests, and a semi-private space with seating for up to 20 guests.
The Marq
60 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA- Spaces for 60-100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The Marq offers an ever-evolving, globally inspired menu of seasonal fare. We provide our guests a delicious, upscale, and easily approachable experience paired with our handcrafted cocktails, moderately craft focused beer list and dynamic wine list. Located in the heart of The Chicago Loop and steps away from CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Goodman Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago and of course Sears Tower (Willis Tower).
Raised | An Urban Rooftop Bar
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 100-200 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
With an industrial aesthetic, eclectic style and raw finishes, RAISED | An Urban Rooftop Bar invites locals and guests to enjoy the indoor/outdoor bar and open roof deck overlooking the scenic downtown Chicago River view. Our versatile space can accommodate groups of all sizes and is perfect for wedding rehearsal dinners, birthdays, small wedding receptions, small corporate gatherings, proposals, anniversaries, graduation parties, or a night out on the town. Open year round, RAISED features incredible views, award winning cocktails and an unparalleled surroundings to celebrate every occasion.
Big Star Wrigleyville
3640 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA- Spaces for 50-400 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
Big Star is a bourbon and beer-focused, taco-slinging, late-night honky-tonk located across the street from Wrigley Field. Executive Chef Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Julie Warpinski’s menu, inspired by authentic Mexican street food, is complemented by an extensive house-selected single barrel bourbon program. The taqueria’s soundtrack of classic country and rock & roll is selected and spun by our bar staff. Big Star Wrigleyville can host semi-private functions for 15 - 150 guests on our 2nd floor, and full restaurant buyouts for up to 350 guests. The 2nd floor space overlooks Gallagher Way & Wrigley Field and has retractable windows that give the space an open air feel, weather permitting.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel
163 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 30-450 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 13 Hotels
- 13 Ballrooms
Built in 1927, the 4-star Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago has a colorful history. Set the scene in the glamor of the Roaring ’20s with the beautiful decor and gorgeous details of the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago. Located just steps from downtown Chicago and the Magnificent Mile, the Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago will wow your friends, family, and guests. Whether you're planning a luxury wedding, large-scale conference, holiday party, or other celebration, the Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago can help make your event one to remember. Whatever the style and size of your event, the dramatic and historic private event spaces at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago offer a glamorous setting. And to guarantee a legendary time, the dedicated Catering and Conference Planning Managers at the Millennium Knickerbocker Chicago will work out all the details for you.
Adalina Prime
360 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 50-400 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 3 Event Spaces
Adalina Prime offers a design-forward steakhouse setting in Chicago’s Fulton Market for weddings, corporate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, milestone celebrations, cocktail receptions, and private events. The 10,500-square-foot indoor-outdoor restaurant features several distinctive spaces, including The Atrium for up to 80 seated or 120 standing guests, the Golden Room, Eden, Atrium Lounge, and Chef’s Prime, with full events accommodating up to 400 guests. Lush greenery, dramatic chandeliers, warm metallic details, and a soaring two-story wine cellar complement globally inspired steakhouse cuisine from Chef Soo Ahn. With flexible layouts and dedicated event service, Adalina Prime creates a striking backdrop for memorable Chicago gatherings.
The Publican
837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 125-175 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The Space The restaurant’s expansive layout, designed by Thomas Schlesser, incorporates strong architectural lines and rustic décor, reflective of The Publican’s farmhouse cuisine. Its spacious interior is dominated by large walnut communal tables designed to recall 16th Century European banquets. Set up in racetrack fashion, the banquet tables seat upwards of 130 people with views of the partially open kitchen. This design lends itself as the perfect location for any Chicago wedding. The minimal use of walnut and brass provides the perfect accent to whatever colors, theme and floral you have imagined. The expansive room is built for joyous celebrations and unions of all races, religions, countries of origin, sexual orientations and genders. The Publican hosts private and semi-private events for social and corporate groups as small as 10 and as large as 175. The space is available for private lunches Monday through Friday. It is also available for full evening buyouts 7 nights a week and brunch buyouts on Saturday and Sunday. Whether you are celebrating a wedding, birthday dinner, hosting a happy hour or a board meeting, the Publican can meet your needs. We offer full A/V equipment, WiFi and handicap accessibility. In the summer months we also have our expansive patio, which is the perfect spot for a happy hour with colleagues! The Food & Drink The Publican’s menu is always changing with the season by featuring the finest vegetables and sustainably-raised meat and seafood available. This approach has consistently labeled the Publican as one of Chicago’s best and most admired restaurants. Our James Beard Award winning restaurant design sets the perfect backdrop for celebrations and gatherings. Helping to set the trend years ago, our food is served family style at our long walnut tables underneath our iconic lights. Executive Chef-Partner Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Sieger Bayer have developed a network of purveyors to supply the restaurant with outstanding ingredients. Pastry Chef Erika Chan provides a magical outlet for pastry lovers and those with an undeniable sweet tooth. Beer Director Adam Vavrick, meticulously curates and features a wide range of modern & historical beer styles, brewery collaborations and a focused cider selection. Head Bartender and Wine Coordinator Melissa Romanos rounds out the dining experience with a thoughtfully developed list of house-made, seasonal cocktails and a wine list centered around Northern Italy, Alsace and the Germanic and Balkan regions and grape varietals. Whatever type of event you choose to host at the Publican in Chicago's West Loop, you won't be disappointed by the quality of service, food, drink and setting. Cheers.
Pompeí
1531 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 40-100 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Have your next special gathering at Pompei. Pompei is perfect for afternoon meetings, rehearsal dinners, bridal & baby showers and holiday office gatherings. Pompei features ”La Stanza di Pompei,” a private, full-service banquet room with available seating for up to 100 people. Additionally, the beautiful and private glass enclosed Café accommodates up to 40 guests. Looking for somewhere to dine alfresco? Come enjoy Pompei’s beautiful Jut’s garden, nestled on the east side of the restaurant. The retractable rooftop over this cozy space accommodates private groups for parties from 25 to 80 people. The soft music, beautiful landscape and fresh aromas will certainly take you back to another era.
Eleven Eleven
1111 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 30-208 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
Eleven Eleven is a restaurant and bar cultivated by creative individuals that draw inspiration from the local music, art, and fashion scenes to engage all of your senses at once. They believe that life is short and we should fully embrace every moment. They aim to deliver a fun, thoughtful food experience in a dynamic yet comfortable setting. Imagine warm, neighborhood hospitality and an eclectic, funky playlist. They are inspired by the community and while food and beverages are the foundation of what they do, their goal is to leave a lasting impression on each guest who walks in their doors. Eleven Eleven wishes you were there.
The Emily Hotel
311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 100-300 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Bar
- 1 space at this venue
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 the world. With comfortable, modernist rooms and design forward spaces featuring a curated collection of art from near and far, The Emily is a place for locals and visitors alike to collaborate, celebrate and feel inspired. We’re home to 8,000 sq ft of unique event space and a collection of culinary and experiential destinations including Fora, Sushi by Bou and Rooftop Cinema Club. Meet us at The Emily.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Avli on The Park
180 N Field Blvd, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 30-275 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Outdoor
- 2 Event Spaces
Centrally located downtown, Avli on The Park is complete with a seasonal rooftop, private banquet room, and multiple semi-private event spaces. The venue has an attached parking garage as well, making it very accessible to guests the day-of your event. With private, semi-private, and full-buyout packages, we offer the option to host a variety of events from corporate happy hours, team dinners, bridal & baby showers, bachelorette parties, and more. For groups of 18 or less, please visit our Avli on The Park Reservation Page to book: www.exploretock.com/avlionthepark Avli venues are creative, reinvented Greek restaurants in Chicago where tradition meets new contemporary elegance. We welcome you in to host an event where you’ll enjoy our inspired dishes, lively beverage program, and an ambiance that reflects life in Greece.
City Hall
838 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA- 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.
Ada Street
1664 N Ada St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA- Spaces for 15-120 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Event Space
Ada Street is one of the most unique dining and entertaining venues in Chicago. Let Ada Street's passion for beautiful food, delicious libations and memorable service create the perfect event. Ada Street will fulfill all of your venue needs and more. Their intimate private dining room is a truly exceptional space for small gatherings. Ada Street's private dining room was included in Zagat's 10 Most Famous Tables, and is perfect for small gatherings from 8 to 15 guests. If you would like to host an event at Ada Street for more than 15 individuals, they invite you to rent out their entire space. They are available for rent seven days a week, for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Lyric Opera Of Chicago
20 N Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA- 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.