Top Evanston Premiere Venues
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Choosing your premiere 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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SPiN, Chicago
344 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 700 Guests
SPiN Chicago is an 18,000 square ft., ping pong social club in River North, Chicago that can host mitzvahs, team building events, birthdays, corporate events, or any event for that matter. Not only does SPiN Chicago provide an excellent party space, but it offers something different from your typical event. With space for 600+ guests, SPiN Chicago prides itself on being able to keep all guests entertained with full service catering & bar, a DJ booth, center court seating and several ping pong tables. For more intimate events, there are two private lounges at SPiN Chicago, as well as a ping pong patio with a table and lounge seating. There is no other venue like SPiN Chicago, from an entertainment perspective and when it comes to our superb service and staff. When you host your event with SPiN Chicago, you know you'll receive top-notch service and hospitality, and you will leave with memories to last a lifetime.
Bespoke Cuisine
1358 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 36-43 Guests
- 1 Event Space
A unique culinary combination of a hands-on cooking experience and a dinner party, Bespoke Cuisine's Cooking Parties are a big hit with epicureans and beginners. Chefs from the Bespoke team lead groups through preparing a multi-course meal. After the cooking is finished, participants retreat to the loft-like dining room and enjoy being served the meal they created.. Cooking parties are held at Bespoke Cuisine's location on Restaurant Row where clients have the opportunity to learn in a working commercial kitchen then dine in the lofted dining room to enjoy the meal they prepared. Many of our corporate clients love our Cooking Competition Parties, too! You can select from our "Iron Chef" or "Chopped" style competitions with as much - or as little - help from our chefs as you'd like. Please contact us for more information on these and other fun ways to bring your team together!
Formento's
925 West Randolph Street, West Side, Chicago, IL, USA- Spaces for 20-200 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Formento’s has three amazing private event spaces. Two of these spaces can accommodate parties of 20 to 200 guests in an intimate loft overlooking Restaurant Row. Located on our second floor, these spacious rooms boast their own private bar, restrooms and sound system. The third space is a semi-private backroom located on the first floor, and has the quintessential Italian charm. Our private dining rooms are the perfect gathering place for any occasion and offer a beautiful atmosphere with fantastic food and great service.
Great Big Game Show Chicago
173 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 14 Guests
Great Big Game Show Chicago is set right next to delicious dining, endless entertainment, and of course, the beautiful views of the bay! Whether you’re aiming to boost your team’s collaboration or just want a fun team hangout, Great Big Game Show offers a great mix of luck, collaboration, and connection. Several garages are available throughout Fulton Market, with rates ranging from $10–$45. We recommend the 832 W. Fulton Market Garage, which is open 24/7 with covered parking. Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com or (872) 364-4549!
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Pinstripes Chicago
435 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Pinstripes Chicago is an excellent location for any wedding, mitzvah, corporate event, or any other celebration for that matter. Pinstripes offers a beautiful venue as well as many activities for all guests to enjoy, such as bowling and bocce ball. Pinstripes also offers its own catering and menus, professional service, as well as tolerating outside catering as well. The Pinstripes Chicago ballroom can accommodate up to 220 seated guests, with private reception rooms as well as beautiful outdoor balcony’s. In addition to this, beautiful views of the Chicago skyline and a cozy outdoor fire pit provide the perfect backdrop for all photos and events.
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USAThe Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) offers the city’s hottest new rental spaces for your next meeting, cocktail hour or special event. Centrally located at 111 E. Wacker Dr., the Chicago Architecture Center is truly in the heart of downtown, near the bustling intersection of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive. There are three spaces available to rent at the CAC, seven days a week. For more information, contact Anna Ploegman at aploegman@architecture.org or call 312.561.2100, extension 1015.
Concept
9 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Riva Navy Pier
700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 40-100 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Make your special event one to remember by hosting it at Riva Restaurant on Navy Pier. Whether your party is casual, or calls for a truly extravagant meal, Riva offers menu options that are perfect for any type of special event or celebration. All of Rive Navy Pier's menu items are prepared to order using only fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant can accommodate groups of 15 to 100 people. Riva is a popular choice for both social and corporate events. From private corporate gatherings, benefits, and convention dinners to showers, birthdays, and anniversaries, your event at Riva will be unforgettable.
ROOH Chicago
736 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USAMeaning soul or spirit, ROOH brings the spirit of India to Chicago through the restaurant experience. Renowned Executive Chef, Sujan Sarkar, delicately balances rich traditional flavors with fresh local ingredients prepared with international techniques and inspirations. We look forward to working with you to customize your event. At ROOh Chicago, we have four event spaces to choose from ranging from small and intimate to larger elegant spaces. At ROOH, it is our goal to provide you and your guests an excellent dining experience with lasting memories.
Teatro Zinzanni
32 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 120-450 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
Chicago’s elegant, magical, and unique special event venue – Teatro ZinZanni, is located on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel, and provides meeting/event space, fine dining, and world-class entertainment options. Perfect for holiday parties, corporate events, fundraisers, weddings, and social events. Upon entering the lobby the party begins as you are directed up to the 14th floor. Once a long-forgotten space, now you step off the elevator and enter an exquisite large reception area three stories high with exposed brick and elegant chandeliers as well as a gorgeous complete cocktail bar. Events can be held here with a seated capacity of 120 people or cocktails rounds for 200 people. This reception area leads to the beautiful Spiegeltent ZaZou which is a 60' tall 100-year-old unique jewel box velvet Belgium mirror tent. This remarkable circular space holds up to 340 people seated and has an elevated area for a band as well as the option to raise the 12' center stage for a dramatic effect. In addition, world-class entertainment from the Teatro ZinZanni show can be included. Elements of the show that can be customized and incorporated into your event are world-renowned acrobats, musicians, divas, illusionists, madmen, and aerialists. The whole venue also has its own state-of-the-art kitchen to produce a fine array of appetizers, plated multi-course meals, and desserts. Food is freshly prepared by the Debbie Sharpe Goddess and the Grocer team. Whole-day, half-day, and evening rental options are available.
Avg response time 1-2 days
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
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.
AceBounce
230 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 25-550 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
AceBounce is an immense subterranean playground with an electric atmosphere surpassing any other Chicago venue. Parties & ping pong collide around 16 tables, walled in stunning design, with Games Gurus at hand to organize and entertain your guests with hilarious, innovative games. Unlike most activity based venues, AceBounce delivers a completely uncompromised food & beverage offering, with acclaimed menus from celebrated chef, Rick Gresh and award winning mixologist, Peter Vestinos – all coming together to create an unprecedented party experience.
Broken English The Loop
75 E Lake St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 75 Guests
Broken English has locations in three of Chicagos most vibrant neighborhoods: The Loop, Old Town, & Lincoln Park. Broken English combines a unique take on Mexican street style tacos, refreshing beverages, eclectic music, and vivid artwork created by local talent. Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Their team will help you design customized party menus with their exquisite in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.
Katana
339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 12-500 Guests
- 5 Restaurants
Katana, Chicago’s newest Japanese Steakhouse in River North will be your next essential hot spot. With 3 star reviews from Chicago Tribune and an energetic, seductive atmosphere, guests will indulge in a dynamic dining experience curated by the acclaimed Chef Masa. Given Katana’s premium, exquisite cuisine and sexy ambiance, it’s no wonder we’re the destination for celebrities, locals, and tourists alike.
Crowne Plaza West Loop
25 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA- Spaces for 300-600 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
Experience a mature, refined and authentic experience in Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhood at Crowne Plaza West Loop. For a lovely, unforgettable event in downtown Chicago, look no further than Crowne Plaza West Loop Hotel. Located in the heart of the city, their elegant wedding and special event venue is perfect for your celebration. Up to 300 guests can sit comfortably in the Grand Ballroom, where they can dine from a gourmet catering menu. Their brilliant chefs can accomodate any dietary needs, including providing certified kosher cuisine. If you need assistance finding a florist or photographer, they provide complimentary wedding and special event consultation services as well. Looking for an impressive venue to stage events and meetings? Plan your next big occasion with Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop. With 8,000 square feet of available space, including 9 meeting rooms, the hotel is a premier West Loop corporate event venue. Their elegant, modern facilities are perfect for 10-person meetings, a cocktail soirée of 600 guests, and everything in between!
Sable Hotel
900 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 40-500 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
- 3 Bars
- 4 Total Spaces
With a unique blend of elegance and comfort that just has to be experienced, and views that have to be seen to be believed, Sable at Navy Pier crowns one of Chicago’s signature destinations. Lush accommodations, unique dining experiences, and a rooftop bar unlike any other, guarantee that your visit to the new landmark on Chicago’s landmark will be unmatched, unmistakable and completely unforgettable. Host your dream wedding, throw a world-class party, take in the views, or step outside and soak in the downtown Chicago vibes from the shores of Lake Michigan. Dive head first into Chicago’s newest and most extraordinary hotel experience. Sable’s stylish venues, brilliant chefs, and dedicated, personalized service are truly unmatched. The Great Lakes Ballrooms are 3,456 sq feet and located on the 2nd floor of the hotel with 884 sq feet of pre-function area. These stylish event rooms feature 10 ½’, floor-to-ceiling glass windows with sweeping, unobstructed views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s Skyline. The Great Lakes Ballrooms can be divided into a maximum of 5 breakout rooms – Michigan, Superior, Huron, Ontario and Erie – in a matter of minutes with air walls. Capacity is ideal for intimate meetings of 6 while still an excellent choice for grand celebrations of 200 - all with the best views of Lake Michigan that Chicago has to offer. Located in the Sable Hotel, Lírica restaurant provides a fresh take on Latin-inspired cuisine and promises to serve up delicious delights for all tastes. Enjoy a modern open kitchen, expansive bar, and outdoor seating with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Event options range from 10 to 40 guests in our private dining room, or up to 175 guests with both indoor and outdoor options.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield
2 Parkway N, Deerfield, IL 60015, USA- Spaces for 10-120 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 9 Hotels
- 9 Total Spaces
Tucked away in the serene suburb of Deerfield, the Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield blends modern comfort with Midwestern charm. Each of its spacious two-room suites is a sanctuary of style—French doors open to reveal a living area perfect for unwinding or diving into work. Whether you're fueling up at the Parkway Grill, breaking a sweat in the sleek fitness center, or soaking in the sun by the seasonal outdoor pool, this hotel offers more than a stay—it offers space to breathe. Just off I-294 and minutes from Fortune 500 headquarters, Ravinia Park, and the Chicago Botanic Garden, it’s a quiet escape with downtown Chicago always within reach. Perfect for business, pleasure, or a bit of both.
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
Leña Brava
904 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 36 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Fire and ice have never played so well together. Leña Brava — ”ferocious wood” — takes its inspiration from the multicultural seaside elements of Baja California Norte, the region’s celebration of live-fire cooking and the area’s world-class wines. You and your guests will indulge in exquisite cuisine and crafted cocktails at your private event. Leña Brava's private dining room seats up to 36 for an intimate affair. Whether it be a milestone birthday or a corporate gathering, Leña Brava is the perfect spot for your next special occasion. The Leña Brava raw bar tempts with spicy aguachiles and unique ceviches while the kitchen satisfies with everything cooked on an open hearth and wood-burning oven. With one of the country’s best selections of mezcal and wines from the much-heralded Valle de Guadalupe, Leña Brava evokes the unique flavors of one of Mexico’s most vibrant regions. Leña Brava's seafood is sourced from sustainable fisheries and environmentally responsible aquaculture enterprises, and their tortillas are handmade from heirloom corn grown in Oaxaca, Mexico.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 3,553 Guests
The landmark Chicago Theatre is likely the city’s most iconic venue, and its famous C-H-I-C-A-G-O marquee lights up State Street every evening. Located in Chicago’s Loop, The Chicago Theatre hosts everything from concerts and comedians to film premiers and special events. Its convenient downtown location is close to hotels, restaurants and parking. Auditorium and lobbies are available to rent for special events, and the venue also has a private 250-seat downstairs theatre. The Chicago Theatre can easily accommodate, fashion and television shows, up-fronts, benefits, concerts, plays, award ceremonies, corporate meetings, dinners on stage, receptions, graduations and weddings. Additionally, the venue offers the “Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour” weekly, which takes guests on a history-filled journey from the inception of this majestic venue in 1921 all the way to its present day incarnation as a premiere entertainment venue.