Top Illinois Opening Party Restaurants

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  • Main Bar, an event space at VU Rooftop Bar

    VU Rooftop Bar

    133 E Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
    • Spaces for 20-500 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 3 Event Spaces

    VU Rooftop provides a variety of unique options within its 13,000 square feet to meet all of your event requirements. Choose from VU's nooks, rooms, and event spaces, which include private bars, al fresco areas with fire pits, a boardroom, the club bar, the solarium, and terraces with jaw-dropping views of the lake, downtown, and the west. In this modern designed space, enjoy an ingredient and locally-driven beverage program, top-notch noshing, and unparalleled views of the lake and downtown. Our space, which is the size of a full city block, can hold up to 500 people. The venue is designed to transform to the needs of our guests. VU has the ability to properly celebrate and gather for any occasion, from variable set-up to moveable walls. VU's event spaces come with different levels of furnishings. Rentals vary based on the need for space, the number of guests, and the type of event happening. If a rental is required, your event coordinator will send over an estimate of the rental cost, which will be added to your final event order.

    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
  • Rooftop Garden, an event space at Celeste

    Celeste

    111 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    • Spaces for 40-375 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. The Celeste building was originally built in 1888 by the firm Denkmar Adler & Louis Sullivan as a glass factory, the building still exudes the vintage glow that harkens back to the Hubbard neighborhood’s industrial roots. However, inside Celeste, there are four distinct levels –Whiskey Bar, Deco Supper Club, Disco, and the rooftop Garden – each interpreting a glamorous late 19th and early 20th century mood with subtly gorgeous nuances. These include a combination of tiled floors with monogrammed glass walls and iron detail and gold leaf ceilings with marble and Victorian furniture. Located at 111 W. Hubbard Street, CELESTE is open Wednesday through Friday from 5pm to 4am and Saturday from 5pm to 5am. For Table Reservations for up to 12 guests please visit us online where you can place your reservation or inquiry directly from our website at, www.celestedisco.com. A prior reservation is not required for entry. Our Roof Garden is seated on a first come, first served basis. For larger groups, please email us at events@celestedisco.com so that we can work with you to ensure that all of your wishes are fulfilled.

    Est. $100/guest
    $4,000 min
  • Venteux Cafe, an event space at Venteux Brasserie, Cafe & Oyster Bar

    Venteux Brasserie, Cafe & Oyster Bar

    Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL, USA
    • Spaces for 10-200 Guests
    • 4 Restaurants

    We invite you to Chicago's favorite brasserie, cafe and oyster bar - set at the very heart of all that the city has to offer. Venteux's cuisine strikes a delicate balance between the classic and the unexpected, which you'll notice both on the menu, and in the presentation of each dish. You'll find all the iconic French cuisine - steak frites, whole roasted duck, oysters flown in from the coast daily - but also encounter unique flavors, get to know our take on escargot, and rethink your idea of classic French onion soup.

    Est. $209/guest
    $2,000 min
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 4-6 hrs
  • Bar, an event space at Puttshack Oakbrook

    Puttshack Oakbrook

    1828 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
    • 2 Restaurants
    • 1 Event Space

    Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that brings everyone in to play. More than just indoor mini golf, patented Trackaball technology allows guests to play a point scoring game, in an immersive, upscale and exciting environment coupled with world-class food and a full bar in a cool environment. Puttshack is the perfect place to come together, to host a company event, to celebrate a birthday, to escape for a date night or simply to play a round with friends. The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun – and doing something fun – together.

    Est. $63/guest
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • Roister, an event space at Roister- The Alinea Group

    Roister- The Alinea Group

    951 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    • Spaces for 20-90 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants

    We remember when we were kids at a restaurant…seeing the kitchen doors swing open and closed, wondering what magic was behind them. Whether in a diner or a fancy white-tablecloth restaurant, the kitchen and the chefs were the hidden heart of the restaurant. And so at Roister we’ve built our kitchens to be the restaurant. Our chefs are an integral part of service. Roister’s food is rooted in primal cooking techniques combined with modern technology when it produces better results. The results are a combination of understated platings and vibrant flavors. It is the perfect environment for celebrating with a party, small or large, for dinner, brunch, or cocktails and snacks. We have event packages to fit each of these occasions. Supper Clubs are a Midwestern tradition and our St. Clair Supper Club is named after chef Achatz's home town in Michigan. Just below Roister we've created a comfortable spot to enjoy first class Prime Rib, Sweet Brandy Old Fashioned’s, Spicy Shrimp Cocktails, and delicious dishes and daily specials. This is a meat & potatoes spot, so if you prefer veggies as a main dish please visit one of our other establishments. But if you love Prime Rib, you'll want to stop in. We can't wait to see you.

    Est. $275/guest
    $1,200 min
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • Mesler Chicago, an event space at SOPHY Hyde Park Hotel

    SOPHY Hyde Park Hotel

    1411 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
    • Spaces for 25-120 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Event Space

    Sophisticated and eclectic, SOPHY® Hotel embodies the crafts and passions of art, science, literature, and music that are the inspiration of today’s Hyde Park. At the turn of every corner is an eclectic collection of art that celebrates community and the artists and artisans that create it. Our stunning restaurant, Mesler with our intimate Private Dining Room provides an inspiring setting for 50-75 guests. Begin the celebration with cocktails in our outdoor Sanctuary or in the bar and lounge area followed by vows and a reception in Mesler and our Private Dining Room. Our Opus Suite allows the curious visitor to delight in discoveries at every turn. This spacious suite offers a large living space, a private king bedroom, and a dining area ideal for an intimate gathering of your closest family and friends. 1411 East 53rd Street. 773.289.1003. sophyhotel.com.

    Est. $201/guest
    $12,000 min
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
  • The Buyout, an event space at Remington’s

    Remington’s

    20 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
    • Spaces for 12-225 Guests
    • 7 Restaurants

    This energetic and modern restaurant is the perfect place to delight in a meal with friends alongside Millennium Park. Remington's is a classic American grill with an elevated and sophisticated ambience.

    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • The Fuel Space, an event space at lululemon Lincoln Park Experiential Store

    lululemon Lincoln Park Experiential Store

    944 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
    • Spaces for 35-200 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 3 Theaters
    • 4 Total Spaces

    Welcome to lululemon Lincoln Park! As the first and largest Experiential Store, we are centered on creating connection and fostering relationships, a fundamental core of our brand. Our space is rooted in accessibility and inclusivity, any and all are welcome. Our venue features dual workout studios, expansive locker room facilities, a tranquil meditation lounge, and the renowned lululemon cafe, "The Fuel Space." Your journey to wellbeing through the Chicago community begins here. You can shop, join a weekly class or simply enjoy the company of each other. Our venue is also designed to accommodate a wide range of events. Whether it’s a milestone birthday, an intimate gathering with friends, a corporate team-building event, or any other special occasion, we have the amenities to make it truly memorable!

    Est. $3/guest
    $335 min
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • Chef's Dining Room, an event space at Ascione Bistro

    Ascione Bistro

    8006 Lincoln Ave, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
    • Spaces for 68-250 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants
    • 1 Bar
    • 2 Event Spaces

    In the heart of Downtown Skokie, we are an Italian-focused, beautifully designed, contemporary dining destination. A comfortably elevated, contemporary approach with exquisite attention to every detail is our focus from the food, to the service, to the atmosphere. Hand-made pastas, rustically honest entrees, and freshly prepared, per order sauces and marinades, are details that we feel are important and are signatures of our dishes and presentations.

    Est. $69/guest
  • Roots West Town Private Dining Room, an event space at Roots Pizza West Town

    Roots Pizza West Town

    1924 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
    • Spaces for 30-312 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants

    Roots Handmade Pizza is Quad Cities born, Chicago raised. We're serving up authentic Quad Cities Style Pizza in the city, mouth-watering appetizers, fresh salads, decadent dessert and more. Plus, we've got the largest selection of all-Midwest beer in Chicago! With four locations in Chicago, there's a venue for every type of occasion. Celebrate in either West Town, Lincoln Square, Old Town or South Loop in one of our private dining areas, or book the entire place to yourself - our Event Coordinators will work with you to meet your event needs! Roots is prepared to host every kind of event - From kids birthday parties, to corporate events and weddings. We also offer off-site event Sc corporate catering. We will gladly bring the party your way. Lighting, custom menus, and ambiance can be adjusted according to your specific event needs. We are also able to make special accomodations for your events whether it's additional A/V, wireless microphones, or event planning and production support.

    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • Mastro's Room 2, an event space at Mastro's Steakhouse

    Mastro's Steakhouse

    520 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    • Spaces for 24-500 Guests
    • 4 Restaurants
    • 4 Event Spaces

    Mastro`s Steakhouse, in the heart of River North, combines atmosphere, comfort, and elegance for the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or charitable event. Mastro`s courteous and professional staff can provide an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Mastro's features prime steaks, fresh seafood and live music nightly. Our house made sushi created by Angel Carbajal from Cabo San Lucas is the perfect addition to any meal.

    Est. $175/guest
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
  • The Century Room, an event space at Berghoff Restaurant

    Berghoff Restaurant

    17 West Adams Street, Central, Chicago, IL, USA
    • Spaces for 20-150 Guests
    • 5 Restaurants

    Enjoy a truly unique custom event experience in one of The Berghoff’s private event spaces. Whether you’re planning an executive outing, awards dinner, gala, alumni reception, holiday party, or wedding, we are there every step of the way to ensure its success.

  • Elevated Dining, an event space at Bandit

    Bandit

    841 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    • Spaces for 10-400 Guests
    • 10 Restaurants
    • 10 Bars
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Bandit is located in the West Loop - Fulton Market neighborhood of Chicago. The DineAmic Hospitality watering hole is a polished-casual restaurant and bar that combines the charm and character of a local neighborhood bar, with the sophistication and quality of an upscale, chef-driven restaurant. The design of the restaurant is a juxtaposition of rustic materials, vintage paraphernalia, and polished décor. It is lowbrow meets high style; glamour meets grit with warm ambient twinkle lights, combined with edgy neon bar signs creating an inviting feel to the restaurant. Nostalgic elements are harmoniously married to elevated attributes throughout the concept in both look and feel, as well as the food and drink presentation. Powered by Dine Amic Hospitality

    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
  • Dolce Italian, an event space at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

    The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

    127 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    • Spaces for 35-600 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 1 Outdoor

    Your unforgettable day. Your unwavering vision. Your signature style. For a wedding or event celebration where each detail must be utterly perfect and unequivocally yours, The Godfrey Hotel Chicago ensures that you will Discover Your Element at every moment. Amidst The Godfr'sey Hotel Chicago vividly imagined interiors, with the Chicago skyline shimmering just beyond floor-to-ceiling windows, your gathering of family and friends will strike the perfect tone. Long after the evening’s final dance and the last guests have departed, your remembrances of the day’s events will spark a rich sense of anticipation for those special moments still to come. And The Godfrey Hotel Chicago will forever be the place where it all began. Let us at the The Godfrey Hotel Chicago help you plan an event that will leave you and your guests reminiscing for years.

    $90 min
  • Villa, an event space at Lyra

    Lyra

    905 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    • Spaces for 14-120 Guests
    • 5 Restaurants
    • 5 Event Spaces
    • 5 Meeting Spaces

    LÝRA brings the spirit of the Greek islands to Chicago’s Fulton Market with an inviting setting that blends rustic Mediterranean-inspired details with contemporary design. Centered around a wood and charcoal hearth, the restaurant pairs bold Greek flavors with warm, earth-toned interiors and an energetic atmosphere. Private dining spaces range from intimate rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows to a stylish lounge, central bar, and expansive main dining room, creating versatile settings for corporate gatherings, birthdays, cocktail receptions, and other celebrations.

  • Prime & Vintage Room, an event space at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Oak Brook

    Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Oak Brook

    5 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
    • Spaces for 12-100 Guests
    • 7 Restaurants

    Whether you are celebrating an engagement, anniversary, family gathering or business dinner, Perry's adds a special touch to any occasion. Our elegant and spacious rooms are designed to wow your guest. Plus add unforgettable details to bring your event to life, from table top rose petals to customized menus filled with Perry's favorites from our seven finger high pork chop to the Filet Perry. At Perry's your event is always Rare and Well Done. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille has earned a faithful following by perfecting prime since 1979. Beginning as a small butcher shop, Perry’s has grown into a renowned group of award-winning restaurants featuring USDA Prime beef, tableside carvings, signature selections, flaming desserts and handcrafted cocktails at its Bar 79. Specializing in a Rare and Well Done experience, Perry’s currently operates 14 steakhouse locations in Chicago, Birmingham, Denver, and across Texas, as well as the two original butcher shops now known as Perry & Sons Market & Grille.

  • JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North Patio, an event space at JoJo's Shake Bar

    JoJo's Shake Bar

    23 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
    • Spaces for 45-450 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 3 Bars
    • 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, JoJo’s ShakeBAR will leave kids in awe and transport adults back to simpler times with its 80s/90s-inspired details, like arcade game tables and a walk-up window for city goers on the run. JoJo's brings over-the-top Biggie Shakes, classic diner fare, cocktails, and decadent desserts to 23 W Hubbard St. Take a stroll from the Magnificent Mile to our outdoor patio, or swing by after a show at the Chicago Theatre or the House of Blues. Make unforgettable memories in our uniquely curated space, or take us to your own venue with our offsite catering menu! Street parking is available adjacent to the restaurant for additional fees.

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
  • The Overpass | Private Dining Room, an event space at Canal Street Eatery

    Canal Street Eatery

    314 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
    • Spaces for 16-200 Guests
    • 3 Restaurants
    • 1 Bar
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Nestled in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant West Loop Gate, Canal Street Eatery is a premier destination for weddings and corporate events, offering chic urban style, warm hospitality, and elevated culinary experiences. This distinctive venue is perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to large-scale receptions, corporate happy hours, and festive holiday parties. Designed with both elegance and comfort in mind, the venue features ample onsite parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities to ensure a seamless experience for every guest. For more intimate and exclusive gatherings, The Overpass, our private dining room, provides a refined setting ideal for executive dinners, team celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and private receptions. Just steps away, Cache 310, our intimate cocktail bar, offers a lively and stylish backdrop for engagement parties, corporate happy hours, and seasonal celebrations. Outdoors, the building’s private one-acre urban oasis creates a lush escape from the city—perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and casual corporate gatherings. Inside, our modern dining spaces transform effortlessly to suit your vision, whether you’re hosting a formal seated dinner or a dynamic reception-style event. Canal Street Eatery accommodates up to 200 guests standing or 110 guests seated and offers full-service catering and bartending, including custom menus and curated beverage programs. With high-speed WiFi, get-ready rooms, and thoughtfully appointed furnishings, every detail is designed for a seamless and unforgettable event experience.

    $2,500 min
  • Mesler Event Space, an event space at Mesler at the Sophy Hotel

    Mesler at the Sophy Hotel

    1411 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
    • Spaces for 75-120 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Mesler, a full-service Chicago restaurant, bar, and lounge is artfully composed with a contemporary library and an intimate Private Dining Room offering an inspiring setting for 50-75 guests. Begin the celebration with cocktails in our outdoor Sanctuary or in the bar and lounge area followed by vows and a reception in Mesler and our Private Dining Room. Designed to stimulate thoughtful conversation, the private dining room is ideal for petite weddings, brunches, showers, rehearsal dinners or engagement parties.

    $8,000 min
    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
  • The Buyout, an event space at Ella Elli

    Ella Elli

    1349 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
    • Spaces for 12-85 Guests
    • 4 Restaurants

    Located in the heart of Lakeview, Ella Elli is a charming space full of conversation and globally inspired cuisine. Our private and semi-private events spaces can host 10 - 85 guests for cocktail reception and buffet style events.

    Pricing Details Available