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Geja's Cafe
340 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA- Spaces for 70-150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
At any time of the day or night, we would be delighted to open our doors and help you host a memorable event for your friends or family. Weddings on our patio that flow into the reception in our distinctive dining room setting have been a highlight of our past. We have also hosted memorable birthday and anniversary celebrations. The fondue eating experience at Geja's Café has been a Chicago institution for more than 56 years, drawing in both locals and visitors from all over the world. It's the ideal opportunity to rekindle romance, commemorate a particular occasion, or simply get together with family and friends for a memorable dining experience. The most romantic restaurant in Chicago offers fondue dining as well as live classical and flamenco guitar performances. The ambience of Geja's Café has changed dramatically over the years, from its humble beginnings in Old Town in 1965 to its current location in Lincoln Park. Since its inception, Geja's Café has been dubbed "Chicago's Most Romantic Restaurant." By the results of a reader vote conducted by USA Today, Geja's Café was crowned America's Most Romantic Restaurant in 2015. Our candle-lit dining area, which has the sense of a wine cellar and is filled with live classical and Flamenco guitar music, is one of the elements that have contributed to our environment being so distinctive.
Welcome Back Lounge
2423 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USAWelcome Back, at its very core, is the description of hospitality. A place that no matter if you had been there before or not, you immediately feel like a regular. With a late 1970s early 1980s feel and a place where friends can meet on the reg. Just celebrating our school house years!
The Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL 60143, USAOur Itasca hotel has about 45,000 square feet of event space, so there's something for everyone. Our hotel is ideally located near O'Hare International Airport and within driving distance of downtown Chicago, making it ideal for meetings, seminars, and other special events. Corporate Host a company-wide gathering in our adaptable ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,100 people. In our adaptable spaces, challenge your team with brainstorming events and training sessions. Celebrate a successful year with an event in the Pavilion including creative food prepared by our catering staff. With state-of-the-art A/V equipment and experienced tech assistance, you can make the most of your meeting. Wireless high-speed Internet access is available in all of our event venues, allowing you to stay focused and connected. Weddings Host an open-air wedding ceremony in the Lakeside Pavilion, followed by a reception. We specialize in NW Chicago weddings, including tiny weddings that we can webcast for you. Ethnic weddings are popular in Northwest Chicago, and we're well-versed in a variety of customs. Allow our culinary team to create a delicious dining experience for your guests. At 400 Park Bistro, catch up with relatives and friends over pre-wedding beverages. Dream weddings aren't spontaneous; they're well planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners have been specially trained to assist you. Each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner has completed rigorous courses and is certified to plan weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can assist you in determining an overarching vision for your wedding and executing each detail based on experience, training, tradition, and old-fashioned intuition. Setting an event budget, selecting a cuisine, planning table settings, and securing florists, photographers, a band, and other entertainment for the big day are all part of the process.
M Lounge Chicago
1520 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USARelax in this South Loop martini lounge while sipping on a martini. M Lounge hosts live music on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (currently on hiatus due to COVID) that may be enjoyed while sipping on a variety of speciality martinis and exquisite liquors. Every Tuesday and Wednesday, live performances ranging from jazz to blues to R&B are held, and on Friday and Saturday, various DJs spin their records. There is something for everyone in this intimate urban oasis. No matter what genre of music you enjoy, you will feel right at home here—whether you're settling into one of the comfortable couches or low-slung chairs, or taking a seat at the 28-foot long walnut bar. Whether you're searching for a reservation for 6 people or a reservation for 30, M Lounge is the top destination for celebrations in the South Loop. Two VIP spaces are available for your consideration at M Lounge. Our VIP alcove can accommodate up to ten persons in comfort. There is a $250 minimum bar requirement, and a 20 percent tip will be applied to your final bill as part of the service. Our Stage VIP section can accommodate parties of up to about 30 people and can accommodate groups of 12-25 individuals. The minimum bar need ranges from $250 to $600, depending on the number of attendees and the amount of space required. In addition, a 20 percent gratuity will be added.
Gajin
950 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 70-100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Gaijin by Chef Paul Virant is Chicago’s first okonomiyaki restaurant, offering both Hiroshima and Osaka styles of the savory Japanese pancake. A self-described gaijin, or “outsider” in Japanese, Virant playfully embraces this perspective and honors traditional preparations and techniques, as well as his well-known passion for pickling and preserving. Designed to deliver a lively and interactive culinary experience, the 60-seat space is anchored by a custom 12-foot griddle and chef’s counter and offers individual Hiroshima teppan griddles for table service. The dessert menu features kakigori, a shaved ice dessert, along with mochi donuts and other Japanese-inspired treats. The bar program showcases highballs and a focused selection of beer – including a Moody Tongue-Gaijin collaboration house lager, sake, Japanese whisky, and wine. We can’t wait to see you at Gaijin!
I Hotel and Conference Center
Gable Home, 1900 S 1st St, Urbana, IL 61801, USA- Spaces for 180-800 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 1 Convention Center
The I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center is a AAA Four-Diamond property located on the south campus of the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois. With more than 125 hotel rooms and over 70,500 square feet of meeting and event space, the property serves as a full-service destination for weddings, corporate conferences, and private celebrations of all sizes. The Illinois Conference Center anchors the property's event offerings, with three primary ballrooms ranging from the 3,893-square-foot Chancellor Ballroom to the expansive Heritage Hall, a divisible exhibit space spanning 11,500 square feet. The Illinois Ballroom seats up to 380 guests for banquet-style receptions, while Heritage Hall accommodates up to 750 at banquet or 1,200 theater-style. A dedicated event management team coordinates each function, and in-house catering is available through both the University of Illinois Catering team and the on-site Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar. Beyond the event spaces, attendees have access to complimentary parking, hotel room blocks, in-house floral arrangements, and custom digital signage. The property's location within walking distance of State Farm Center and Memorial Stadium makes it a natural choice for events tied to University of Illinois athletics and campus activities.
Francesca's on 95th
6248 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA- Spaces for 75-100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Francesca's on 95th is an Italian trattoria in Oak Lawn, Illinois, part of the Scott Harris Hospitality family of restaurants. Opened in 2009, the restaurant draws on the rustic, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding regions of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio — bringing the warmth of an authentic neighborhood trattoria to the South Suburbs. The restaurant hosts private and semi-private events for groups of up to 75 guests, with service styles ranging from family-style and plated dinners to appetizer receptions. In-house catering is available for both on-site and off-site events, and the team works directly with hosts to coordinate menus and room configurations.
White Pines Golf Club
Bensenville, IL, USA- Spaces for 80-300 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Outdoor
- 3 Total Spaces
White Pines Golf Club is a Bensenville Park District facility set on more than 260 acres of maintained grounds west of Chicago. A fixture in the Chicago area since 1928, the club has evolved from its origins as an 18-hole course into a full-service event destination with two spaces designed for private celebrations. The Banquet Room accommodates up to 240 guests and features vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a wrap-around balcony overlooking the golf course, pond, and water features. It is well suited for wedding receptions, corporate dinners, and milestone events where guests can take in course views throughout the evening. The Pavilion is a climate-controlled permanent outdoor tent available from May through September, accommodating up to 300 guests. A secluded west-side patio adjoins the space for cocktails and mingling. Together, the two spaces serve weddings, quinceañeras, golf outings, showers, business meetings, and fundraisers, with catering handled by an in-house culinary team.
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McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
376 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 79 Guests
- 1 Museum
- 1 Landmark
The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum host events that are unrivaled in the city. Private dinners, cocktail parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions, and bridge lift brunches are all possible at the Bridgehouse Museum, and they’re sure to be a success with this amazing backdrop. The museum commemorates the Chicago River and gives your guests a rare opportunity to see the inner workings of one of Chicago's most famous movable bridges, located inside the southwest tower of the Michigan Avenue bridge. The inside of the Bridgehouse Museum is a distinctive and rustic environment with five levels, exposed brick walls, and steel beams. It’s a beautiful, adaptable space that makes events of all shapes and sizes exceptional. It is suitable for intimate celebrations, both private and corporate, with around 1,200 sq. ft. of area and a capacity of 79 people. Renters have the option of working with their own caterer or one of our recommended caterers. Because of the building's unique layout, seated engagements are usually limited to 25 people or less when using the patio space. Indoor seated engagements are feasible, although tables must be spread out over the museum's five modest floors. Each rental also includes access to our riverwalk plaza, which offers breathtaking views of downtown Chicago that are only seen from this one-of-a-kind location. The five-story bridge house is filled with history, bridge details, and colorful anecdotes about the many people who were inspired by the Chicago River's potential. Every summer, tens of thousands of people visit the Bridgehouse Museum, which serves as the cultural centerpiece of the new Chicago Riverwalk.
The Morton Arboretum
4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL 60532, USA- Spaces for 75-300 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 4 Event Spaces
The Morton Arboretum's magnificent forests, panoramic vistas, and historic buildings create a unique setting for any event. The Arboretum's breath-taking beauty and first-class amenities make any event exceptional, whether you're planning a wedding, a business retreat, or a private party. Weddings Envision The Morton Arboretum as the breathtaking sanctuary where your marriage takes root—a spot you'll return to on your first anniversary and for years to come. Summer picnics with your loved ones can be taken under the pleasant shade of a huge oak tree, and your children will learn to enjoy nature by exploring it. This is where your love story begins and where you will grow together for the rest of your lives. Corporate For corporate meetings and events, the Morton Arboretum offers an inspiring setting. The Arboretum is easily accessible from all around the Midwest, as it is located just off I-88. Several sites, ranging from the ancient Thornhill building to the Visitor Center's modern simplicity and openness, are appropriate for professional business functions. There is lots of free parking, as well as surrounding walkways for energetic walks and wheelchair-accessible amenities. The diverse, healthy food and beverage options will satisfy even the most discerning palates. The Arboretum has the space and services you need for that perfect corporate event, whether it's a retreat, workplace picnic, or holiday party. Social Bridal and baby showers, club meetings, memorial gatherings, and social celebrations: whatever the occasion, the Arboretum provides the ideal setting for getting together with your closest friends and family. The Arboretum's varied spaces and menus are ideal for any event, from small private meetings to large festive parties.
Tuscan Hills Winery
2200 Historic Hills Dr, Effingham, IL 62401, USA- Spaces for 120-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 2 Wineries
- 1 Event Space
Tuscan Hills Winery opened in July 2011 as a family dream turned gathering place in Effingham, Illinois. Owned and operated by Wes and Wanda Pitcher, the winery brings an old-world Tuscan character to central Illinois through stucco walls, warm wood beams, stone fireplaces, and a rose-lined vineyard setting. All wines are handcrafted and bottled on-site. The winery hosts weddings, private parties, showers, reunions, and corporate events across fully wheelchair-accessible indoor and outdoor spaces. The main Tuscan Room seats up to 120 guests indoors, and the combined indoor-outdoor configuration accommodates up to 250. Heated, covered vineyard patios add another 180 seats, lit with iron sconces and bistro string lights for evening events. A rose-and-grapevine gazebo provides a ceremony setting on the grounds.
Mesón Sebika
1025 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540, USA- Spaces for 150-270 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Total Spaces
Meson Sebika offers you four acres of area to enjoy, as well as eight dining rooms, a rear patio, and a pavilion decorated in classic Spanish style. Not only are their facilities beautiful, but their Spanish-inspired cuisine and beverages transport you to the Spanish countryside in the Chicago suburbs. Keep with the Spanish theme and have any of the indoor or outdoor event venues transport you and your guests to the Spanish countryside for a memorable experience. Alternatively, you may personalize the areas to suit your preferences; the options are unlimited. Whether it's a Spanish theme or your own personal vision, the crew is committed to ensuring that your event is flawlessly performed and all you hoped it would be. You won't want to miss out on the opportunity to dine at this magnificent home. Mesón Sabika, which is located just west of downtown Naperville, has been providing services to the community since 1990. Before you even get to the driveway, you are greeted by the pristine four-acre estate and magnificent home, which were both built in 1847. Whether you dine in one of the mansion's eight dining rooms, all of which are designed in classic Spanish style, attend a wedding or corporate event in the Pavilion, or relax on the terrace in the back, the cuisine of Spain and delectable beverages combine to provide an unforgettable dining experience.
Scofflaw Chicago
3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA- Spaces for 65 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Pull up a stool. In Chicago's Logan Square district, Scofflaw is a gin-focused cocktail bar. Scofflaw brings together a varied range of drinkers for wonderfully prepared cocktails, artisan beer, and small plates that go far beyond "bar food." You'll be treated to polite service and a familiar pleasant feel whether you're eating dinner and cocktails in the Victorian-style salon, grabbing a barstool for a shot and a beer, or brunching on the patio—not to mention fresh baked cookies at midnight. Danny Shapiro deserves us eternal appreciation for creating the city's best Serious Cocktail Bar and Logan Square's nicest local. If you take a seat on one of Scofflaw's Victorian-style settees, the server will greet you with a friendly remark. Then she'll serve you a life-changing gin drink, like the Forest Floor, which is prepared with Letherbee gin and gently mixed with fir tree scent. If you can, stay by the fireplace until midnight, when the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies appear and you begin researching local real estate to make this one-of-a-kind gem your permanent neighborhood bar. To be honest, referring to Scofflaw as a gin joint is akin to referring to Martin Scorsese as a cameraman. It's just been two years, but it's already a master class on how to run a first-quality bar without being pretentious. Partner Danny Shapiro's perfect and inexpensive cocktails ($8! ), some of which are created with Scofflaw's own Old Tom Gin, are Exhibit A. Then there's the Guapichosa, a mythical off-menu beast of a sandwich. And the fresh-from-the-oven free chocolate-chip cookies at midnight. The red light above the door, which the hostess uses to alert passing cabs when you're ready to leave, is the best of all. You don't want her to activate it.
Makray Memorial Golf Club
1010 S Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010, USA- Spaces for 24-250 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Country Club
Weddings Makray weddings are filled with romance, elegance, and anticipation. You are surrounded by beauty whether you are inside or outside. Feel the grandeur of our expansive ballroom or be enchanted by the natural beauty of our picturesque fairways. Customize to your heart's content. Our committed crew is here to create a day full of memories that will last a lifetime for groups of 30 to 250 individuals. What is it about a Makray wedding that makes it so special? Contact one of our event planners to find out! Social Makray Memorial Golf Club is a great place to have your next event. Allow your occasion to unfold in timeless beauty, whether it's a celebration, commemoration, or fundraiser, with our magnificent venues that can accommodate 30 to 240 people. Utilize our expansive ballroom, gorgeous terrace patio, or stunning fairways. Corporate Makray Memorial Golf Club is the ideal location for combining work and pleasure. We offer a wide range of golf trips, including corporate, charity, and casual events. Golf outings may accommodate anywhere from 24 to 144 people. With a variety of meeting rooms, multimedia display accommodations, group golf outings, and full banquet services, we make your event stress-free from beverage cart to dinner. Bring the pleasure of a golf course retreat to your next corporate event! Regardless of the occasion, we have services to fit your needs. From our Grand Ballroom to an intimate Golfers' Lounge, you can choose from a number of on-site locations. Our on-site restaurant serves a variety of delectable dishes, ranging from entire banquets to dessert tables and hors d'oeuvres.
Eduardo's Enoteca
1212 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610, USAEduardo's Enoteca, tucked away in the heart of Chicago's charming Gold Coast district, serves up real Italian cuisine in a setting that is reminiscent of the little bistros and cafes found in Italy itself. Eduardo's, which is located near the bustling crossroads of Dearborn and Division, provides a welcoming respite from the bustling downtown streets. Small-batch boutique wines, specialty cocktails, homemade pizzas and pastas, charcuterie boards, delicious desserts, and other delectable snacks are available at this Italian wine bar in the heart of the city. Take advantage of our delicious wine and charcuterie Happy Hour offers, or book a romantic dinner reservation! A private event venue on the Gold Coast, Eduardo's Enoteca is the perfect small location for Christmas parties, business meetings, and other special occasions. In addition, we have a superb Event & Catering Manager that will meet all of your requirements. It has never been simpler to get delicious cuisine delivered to your workplace or home.
Promontory Point
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USA- Spaces for 100-150 Guests
- 3 Landmarks
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 3 Total Spaces
Chicago's Burnham Park is approximately 600 acres in size and is located on the city's Lakefront just south of Grant Park. A south lakefront park designed by Chicago's famous architect and planner Daniel H. Burnham, published in his landmark work The Plan of Chicago in 1909 and featuring constructed islands and a linear boating harbor as well as beaches, meadows, and playfields, was named in his honor. Today, Burnham Park is home to the scenic Promontory Point, built by Alfred Caldwell, as well as a popular skate park on 31st Street, which are both located within the park. Additionally, the park has benches positioned on 12th Street, 31st Street, Oakwood and 57th Street, in addition to bird sanctuaries and stunning natural areas. In comparison to the other park features, the Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park is a more recent addition, stretching from 31st Street to 26th Street. In the mid-1890s, Chicago's legendary architect and planner Daniel H. Burnham began drawing plans for a spectacular park and boulevard that would link Jackson Park with the city's central business district and other neighborhoods. Jackson Park in Chicago had been converted from a sandy, wind-swept wasteland into the glittering White City by Daniel Burnham (1846-1912), who served as Chief of Construction for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. Following the exhibition, Burnham began to envision a Chicago that was more attractive, organized, and functional. Burnham's design, which included a south lakefront park with a series of man-made islands, a linear boating harbor, beaches, meadows, and play fields, was published in his groundbreaking 1909 Plan of Chicago, which was widely regarded as a watershed moment in Chicago's history. Burnham Park, which includes the naturalistic Promontory Point landscape designed by renowned landscape architect Alfred Caldwell, was completed and improved in the mid-1930s with government monies from the Works Progress Administration, thanks to the efforts of the newly formed Chicago Park District. Mayor Edward J. Kelly began exploring the possibility of establishing a permanent fair in Burnham Park in 1935. Burnham Park has begun to take shape in recent years, thanks to the efforts of Mayor Richard M. Daley, who envisioned a greener, more beautiful park. Sixty acres of asphalt were turned into a beautifully planted Museum Campus in the process. In addition, the former Meigs Field has been transformed into a 91-acre natural area park known as Northerly Island, where visitors may enjoy a paved all-purpose trail and other amenities. Birders can get glimpses of migrating birds throughout the fall and spring seasons, while anglers can find the perfect fishing place during the summer and winter seasons.
Francesca's on Chestnut
200 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
We gladly foster the Francesca's idea of delicious, simple cooking delivered in a casually sophisticated dining ambiance to our parties. Our semi-private and private dining rooms are perfect for work or social gatherings. Francesca's Restaurant Group, founded in 1992 by restaurateur Scott Harris, has developed from a small, inviting Italian restaurant on Chicago's North Clark Street to a restaurant group with six concepts in 23 locations across two states. Francesca's Restaurants is a neighborhood Trattoria that serves traditional Italian fare in a refined setting. The multi-unit restaurant business retains its dedication to the original restaurant's founding idea of Italian hospitality—where simple food made with quality ingredients and careful service makes a meal—across all formats. Chef Scott Harris never anticipated that his ambition of starting a trattoria-style Italian restaurant on North Clark Street in 1992 would blossom into a successful collection of 23 restaurants across eight themes and two states. Scott Harris Hospitality's 12 Francesca's Restaurants, 4 Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Bars, 2 Davanti Enoteca locations, as well as individual locations Disotto, Joe's Imports, Vasili's, Fiore, and Zade's Lounge, are now led by the Chicago native. Harris' philosophy is built on the foundations of true hospitality, where simple cooking, great ingredients, and careful service–always with a dash of fun–combine to create a dinner unforgettable. Chef Jaysen Euler has worked in professional kitchens since he was 14 years old, when he began as a dishwasher at a neighborhood bar and restaurant in Ohio. Euler has worked his way up to Culinary Director at Francesca's Restaurant Group, touching every facet of what a professional kitchen has to offer — dish pit, prep, sauté, veg, and beyond (FRG).