Top Evanston Opening Party Venues
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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 venue in Evanston. 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 Evanston venue has never been easier.
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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.
The Carter Chicago
1948 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse – River North
33 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- 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.

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.

Frontera Grill
445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 20-60 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
For an unforgettable and vibrant culinary experience, look no further than Frontera Grill, from celebrity chef Rick Bayless. Whether hosting an intimate dinner party or larger celebration, Frontera has a variety of spaces and packages to meet your every need.

LondonHouse Chicago
85 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 200-350 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Outdoor
Our Health & Safety Protocols for COVID-19 • Daily Team Wellness & Temperature Checks • Protective Equipment and Masks for Whole Team • Frequent & Extensive Handwashing • Safe Distancing Measures & Reconfigured Layout • Contactless Check-In and Check-Out with Digital Key • All Guest & Service Areas Frequently Disinfected with EPA Approved Disinfectant Products • Expert-Guided Food Safety Protocols & Audits the Exceed Health Department Standards LondonHouse Chicago is a full-service, luxury lifestyle hotel with 452 luxury guest rooms and suites featuring scenic views of North Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, the Chicago River and many other city landmarks. The amenities at LondonHouse Chicago include LH, Chicago’s only tri-level rooftop featuring private dining spaces, an indoor bar, outdoor rooftop terrace and a private top floor Cupola, a chef-driven restaurant and Bridges Lobby Bar. LondonHouse Chicago also has 25,000 square-feet of meeting and event space, including two ballrooms for social dinners and weddings of up to 300 guests, or receptions for 350 or more. When just as many locals as guests gather to sip, taste and take in the views, you know you are in one of the Chicago’s best spots. From the reception champagne bar to the tri-level, indoor/outdoor rooftop bar to intimate in-dome dining, you’ll come together at LondonHouse Chicago for the skyline views and stay for the amazing dining, cocktails and conversations.

Sunda Catering
110 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USACater With Us! We’ll Bring the Southeast Asia Flavor to Your Party. Food is our forte. People are our passion. Looking for the best-quality catering in Chicago? Your search ends with us! We provide services for all occasions for your home, private venue, or corporate office. Our all-inclusive event catering services cover everything you need to host a perfect event. From an intimate lunch meeting to a company-wide dinner, our Catering Coordinators will help you plan the perfect meal. Sunda has been named the best sushi in the city of Chicago for 2019! “Apparently, our readers enjoy eating out as much as we do. Here are your 2019 Best of Dining winners. The people have spoken!… This longtime River North hotspot is known for its colorful and inventive Signature Sushi rolls.” Sund'a bar has also been named the Best Innovative Independent by Cheers Magazine! “Cultural crossovers in dishes, drinks, and pairings are at the core of Sunda New Asian, a high-end Asian fusion restaurant with locations in Nashville and Chicago. The concept takes its name from the Sunda Shelf, a now-submerged landmass that once connected several countries in Southeast Asia, including Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and China.”

Concept
9 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
The Underground
56 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 75-450 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
Named “Chicago Hotspot” by US Weekly and “Best in the US” by Nightclub & Bar Magazine, The Underground has not only elevated Chicago nightlife by attracting a rotating guest list of Chicago notables, celebrities, and international DJs, but is also a perfect location for a wide range of events, including company holiday parties, product launches, networking events after McCormick Place trade shows, press events, and conferences for parties between 50-450 guests, reception-style — making it one of the largest and most unique corporate party venues in Chicago. Our venue offers two separate event spaces, The Lounge and The Club. The Club room accommodates up to 300 guests, reception-style. The Lounge accommodates up to 150 guests, reception-style. And, for large scale events, a full venue buyout can accommodate up to 450 guests, reception-style. Our high level of customer service, attention to detail, and delicious party catering allows your guests to feel like VIPs in a sophisticated Chicago venue with a modern vibe. Customized food and beverage packages, music, lighting and overall ambiance can be adjusted according to your specific event. We offer full-service event planning and production for all your event needs! Our event specialists assist with branding, decor, floral, special invitations, hired entertainers, transportation, and other special projects. For more information, please call 773-433-8038, email Events@TheUndergroundChicago.com, or visit our website at www.TheUndergroundChicago.com. Let's start planning your next great event!

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.

Gibsons Italia
233 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA- Spaces for 24-150 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 2 Event Spaces
Our expert private dining team offers concierge-level service and will work with clients individually to create a completely unique and custom experience. Gibsons Restaurant Group offers à la carte dining in a private setting, including a choice of entrée on-site, customizable menus, and steaks ordered to temperature. Other turn-key amenities such as flatware, table settings, linens, chairs, and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment are on hand to tailor the space to every client's needs. We can accommodate a wide range of events at our locations in the suburbs as well as downtown Chicago, from weddings and graduations to corporate parties and seminars. Private spaces are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and include dedicated service staff. A modern Italian steakhouse located along the Chicago River in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago. The elegant and comfortable four-level restaurant and bar features outdoor dining on two levels, two fireplaces and a rooftop bar and lounge with a retractable roof showcasing stunning views of the Chicago River and the city's skyline. The menu consists of refined Italian dishes and American steakhouse classics, including a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables, risotto and gold-extruded pasta. At the heart of the menu is a world-class tour of beef starring Gibsons Prime Angus Beef, Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef and Japanese Kobe featured along with fresh crudo, classic cocktails, and an extensive wine list.

Pizza City USA Tours
1156 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
The Justine at Room 1520
1520 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
The New Standard in Small Cocktail Events. Perfect for engagement parties, showers, holiday parties, elopements, fund raisers, birthdays and more! Glassware and Bartenders are included for all events! Come and see how easy it is to throw your next special event at The Justine!

Swissotel Chicago
323 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USAWhether you’re planning an executive meeting for 15 or a convention for 1,400, our eye-catching hotel can accommodate your agenda with remarkable style and unwavering dependability. Our facilities comprise 65,000 sq ft of state-of-the-art space, confirming our reputation as Chicago’s preferred meeting and event venue. Swissotel Chicago's penthouse ballroom, Eleve, named as one of Crain’s Chicago Business’ Best New Event Spaces in 2019, features express elevators from the lobby that allow for fast and easy transport to the 42nd floor. As the elevator doors open, guests are welcomed to the modernized and spacious ballroom adorned with crystal chandeliers and breathtaking views. Élevé features a contemporary look with elegant décor, high-end finishes and custom millwork, and is anchored by a showpiece chandelier extending the entire length of the ballroom.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Labriola Ristorante
535 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Punch Bowl Social Chicago
310 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 664-1,000 Guests
Punch Bowl Social's scratch kitchen, creative drinks, and immersive gaming like karaoke, bowling, and a retro arcade make us the place to go for the best food and entertainment. Party planners, your ideal event is just around the corner. We have bowling, ping pong, billiards, arcade, dartsee, fantastic meals, and artisan drinks all housed in a 30,000-square-foot glammed out, jazzed up, dirty modern grown-up playground that will thrill your guests and keep the party rockin in the Fulton Market District. It's time for some genuine, unscripted hilarity. It's time for some foodertainment that goes above and beyond. We're all about having fun and interacting with other people, whether we're on our feet or on our knees. Brunch and power ballads, happy hour, late night, private parties, and everything in between are all on the menu. Punch Bowl Social is a location where rock stars are treated like guests and guests are treated like rock stars. Regardless of color, class, creed, gender, orientation, or karaoke ability, all fun hunters and foodies are welcome and invited. Our goal is to promote human connection by emulating the Victorian-era habit of gathering around a punch bowl. It's true real world fun and exploration on a whole new level, with our dirty modern design, handmade beverages, scratch-kitchen food, and unlimited entertainment alternatives. It's time for some serious eating, entertaining, and out-of-this-world fun. We have legendary punches, specialty beverages (with and without alcohol), food fit for foodies, and countless gaming alternatives at Punch Bowl Social. And we're giving it to you in a stunning, design-forward environment that will entice you to stay and play indefinitely.

BLVD
817 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 40-300 Guests
- 4 Event Spaces
BLVD is a modern American restaurant located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood that draws inspiration from Hollywood’s Sunset Blvd circa 1950: the golden era’s most iconic strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space combines the glamour, luxury, and decadence that defined Hollywood in the 1950s with contemporary cuisine, cocktails, and music that bring guests back to the here and now, creating an exciting dichotomy between restaurants and personas of the past and present.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Cabra, Chicago
200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USACabra Chicago is a spirited rooftop dining and drinking destination inspired by the vibrant flavors of Peruvian Cuisine. Helmed by acclaimed Chef Stephanie Izard and her longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra offers crave-worthy food in a colorful, lively setting. Meant to be enjoyed family-style, Cabra’s menu features a variety of shareable plates that are bold in flavor and bright in taste, alongside an equally expressive cocktail menu and wine list. Panoramic views of Chicago are visible at every angle of the rooftop restaurant, providing remarkable daytime and nighttime views. The outdoor patio is perfect for warm days, but the bright and airy restaurant atmosphere captures sunshine 365 days a year.

Cira
200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 16-150 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
With its vibrant cuisine, distinctive beverage program and thoughtfully designed dining spaces, Cira creates the perfect atmosphere for gatherings of all kinds. Plenty of private and semi-private dining options make Cira ideal for groups, and our events specialists are ready to help craft a memorable experience for you and your guests.

SUNNYGUN
664 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USAIn the bustling West Loop, there's a hidden gem—a desert oasis where the summer never ends! Welcome to SUNNYGUN, where the vibes are as chill as an ice-cold cocktail. Dive into inventive drinks, frosty beers, and crisp wines that'll make your taste buds dance. And the menu? It's packed with mouthwatering, no-fuss delights that'll satisfy any crew, big or small! Book SUNNYGUN for your bash—whether you want a semi-private spot indoors or outdoors, or you're ready to take over the whole shebang! Let the fun begin!
Avg response time 4-6 hrs