Top Chicago Wedding Shower Restaurants

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 16-600 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 5 Total 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. Located west of Chicago in the heart of Oak Brook, this Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse location offers an expert private dining team that specializes in tailoring events to match every host’s needs. From a small, intimate gathering, to a large-scale cocktail reception, clients are able to customize their dining experience, selecting their favorite dishes and preparations from the Gibsons menu. The classic American steakhouse is the first in the country to be awarded its own USDA Prime Certification. USDA Gibsons Prime Angus Beef is featured along with fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Private spaces are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner events.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

Moretti’s Edison Park offers a versatile setting for private events and celebrations in Chicago’s Edison Park neighborhood. The venue features multiple private party rooms with flexible layouts for intimate gatherings, larger receptions, corporate events, birthdays, showers, and milestone occasions. Guests can customize their experience with banquet menus featuring Moretti’s Italian-American cuisine, along with beverage packages and personalized event planning. With a variety of indoor spaces and an inviting outdoor patio, the restaurant provides several options for hosting gatherings of different styles and sizes.

• Spaces for 10-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

Hello and welcome to Utopia. Friends, wanderers, and adventurers will find a home here. May you have a drink in your hand and a song in your heart this holiday season. A playground for adults aged 21 and over. Utopian Tailgate delivers high times, chill vibes, and an unforgettable experience where the party never ends...and neither do the views. With a curated menu of elevated tailgate fare and an extensive bar program, Utopian Tailgate delivers high times, chill vibes, and an unforgettable experience where the party never ends...and neither do the views. The tailgate party that lasts the entire year Utopian Tailgate is Chicago's newest never-ending rooftop partyscape, perched high atop Piper's Alley, above world-famous comic enclave The Second City. Our 300-person, 10,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor never-ending tailgate welcomes you with dreamy décor and engaging fun and activities. All year long, giant Jenga, drinking games, a disco dance party, and much more mingle with upscale meals and funny whistle-wetters. Birthdays, corporate retreats, bachelorette parties, and other special occasions are all celebrated at Utopian Tailgate. For groups of 20 to 150 individuals, book a private or semi-private area with us. Only those aged 21 and up are permitted to enter. Please visit Resy.com for the most up to date available reservation times for parties of 10 or less. Hello and welcome to Camp Utopia! Each tent has its own personality. Guests are welcome to hang out with their friends in their own private tent, which is decorated lavishly to fit each theme at Camp Utopia. Camp Utopia is open through early March.

• Spaces for 25-5,000 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 7 Bars
• 9 Total Spaces

The home of the Chicago Blackhawks, the Blackhawks Ice Center, is a unique events venue offering versatile events spaces, a professional events staff to support your event, and a blank canvas for creativity. Whether it be a small intimate meeting, large product launch, corporate hospitality, large-scale trade show, or anything in between the Blackhawks Ice Center has a proven track record of hosting flawless events that are memorable for guests, turn-key for event planners, and on budget. Our versatile venue features four NHL-size ice rinks that can be covered for large-scale events (17,000 sq. ft. per rink), a premium restaurant and bar, outdoor space, multiple meeting spaces, and premium amenities. Guests can also enjoy exclusive access to Blackhawks player facilities, such as the locker room, lounge, training gym—plus behind-the-scenes VIP tours for an elevated experience. This is more than a venue, but is an experience. For the host, it is a turnkey process with our staff providing consultation, management and execution, while being an extension of our team. For your guests, it is a enjoyable and impactful experience with 100 years of Blackhawks tradition serving as the backdrop to your event.

• Spaces for 30-600 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

Your guests will love our elegant, well-appointed private event rooms and craveable Italian-American dishes—and you’ll love the feeling of knowing we have taken care of everything. With 9 unique event rooms that can be used in varying combinations, our Downtown Chicago location can host seated events of 20-280 guests, standing receptions up to 380 guests on the main floor or up to 600 guests using all three floors of our event space. Whether you are hosting a big family celebration or a small corporate meeting, our private event rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Our Private Dining Event Managers will help you plan a delectable chef-prepared menu and choose offerings for your private bar, featuring a selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails. Allow us to create the perfect room layout and add finishing touches such as personalized menu cards, house centerpieces and standard audio-visual equipment. At Maggiano's, we specialize in making every event memorable!

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Event Spaces

The Gage is the iconic restaurant at 24 South Michigan Avenue, located along the Chicago Cultural Mile—just steps from Millennium Park and The Art Institute. Consistently ranked among Chicago’s most booked restaurants, The Gage offers refined, rustic, European-inspired fare paired with an innovative libations program, all served in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. With vintage-inspired design details and warm hospitality, The Gage is a go-to for after-work cocktails, dinner before the symphony, private celebrations, and corporate events. Voted one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America by OpenTable, The Gage also features semi-private and private dining rooms that offer guests the buzz of the main dining room or the intimacy of complete privacy. A critically acclaimed menu, commitment to service, and unmatched location combine to create an exceptional private event experience.

• Spaces for 20-325 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Located inside the historic Railway Exchange building on Michigan Avenue, The Exchange offers a sophisticated setting for private dinners, cocktail receptions, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The restaurant features soaring ceilings, elegant architectural details, flexible dining spaces, and sweeping views of Millennium Park that create a memorable backdrop for events. Seasonal cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and attentive hospitality complement gatherings ranging from intimate occasions to larger receptions. Blending the building's historic character with contemporary dining, The Exchange delivers a refined event experience in the heart of downtown Chicago.

• Spaces for 12-250 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Hotels
• 9 Total Spaces

Viceroy Chicago is an elegant, romantic space for your upcoming wedding, bridal shower, wedding rehearsal or any other event you plan to host. The Viceroy Chicago has many event spaces, dramatic in style, that are sure to wow your guests, such as a pool complete with its own bar and lounge, and a luxe golden indoor bar. The rooftop of Viceroy Chicago offers sweeping views of Downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan. The suites at the Viceroy Chicago are very impressive with modern, sleek designs and glamorous details. Nestled in Chicago’s historic Gold Coast neighborhood, Viceroy Chicago combines timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication. Built on the site of the original 1920s-era Cedar Hotel, the property seamlessly blends the building’s classic brick and terracotta façade with a sleek glass tower, creating a harmonious mix of old and new. The hotel offers 180 thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites, each featuring Art Deco-inspired touches, luxurious bedding, marble bathrooms, and stunning views of the Chicago skyline. Guests can unwind at the seasonal rooftop pool or stay active in the state-of-the-art fitness center. Dining at Viceroy Chicago is a highlight, with Somerset serving modern Mediterranean flavors in a chic atmosphere. For an elevated cocktail lounge, Pandan, on the 18th floor offers handcrafted cocktails and Southeast Asian-inspired small plates, all with panoramic city views. Viceroy Chicago’s prime location places guests steps away from the Magnificent Mile’s shopping, dining, and entertainment. Oak Street Beach within easy reach. Whether traveling for business or leisure, Viceroy Chicago delivers a refined, memorable experience that celebrates the city’s rich history and vibrant culture.

• Spaces for 30-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Midday meals, Happy Hour beverages, Post-Work Dinner, and everything in between can be found at 90th Meridian. For a spectacular experience in the Financial District, 90th Meridian combines a terrific ambiance with a captivating menu and huge bar in the iconic Central Standard Building. Chef Stephen Finney has a diverse culinary background, ranging from learning at Bistrot Saveurs in Castres, France, to bringing his skills to Chicago. In 2015, Finney was promoted to lead line cook at Sociale, and afterwards to Sous Chef at Gather, where he worked under highly regarded Chef Ken Carter. He was promoted to Sous Chef at MONEYGUN in 2019. We're fortunate to have him here today at 90th Meridian. Let us host your event! Parties of up to 120 people can be accommodated in our dining spaces. You'll be able to book the perfect environment thanks to flexible floor layouts, affordable catering packages, and a vast number of options. In the Downtown Chicago area, we also provide off-site catering services designed for any sized office gathering. Whether it is our individually boxed lunches, in-office happy hour, or large event, 90th Meridian offers a wide array of catering options. Treat your employees to a delectable lunch crafted with the finest ingredients.

• Spaces for 1-500 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

The Dalcy is a private event hall located in the historic Fulton Market District. Sharing the third floor with Aba, a Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant, the 6,000-square foot venue and 4,000-square foot rooftop patio is the ideal setting for cocktail receptions, weddings, social and business gatherings and corporate events. Celebrate your special day at The Dalcy. From personalized menu cards to all inclusive packages, The Dalcy's dedicated and experienced team will help make your wedding or special event a memorable experience from the planning process to a flawless execution. The Dalcy's event hall is a transformable space ideal for any type of event from weddings and celebration to corporate gatherings. The dedicated team at The Dalcy has more than a decade of experience in planning memorable events, celebrations, dinners and more.

• Spaces for 1-330 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 12 Total Spaces

TheWIT Chicago. Located in the heart of downtown Chicago’s theater district, theWIT provides guests with unparalleled access to Chicago’s greatest sites. Known for the unique blend of upscale, resort amenities, with the feel of a boutique hotel, theWIT expertly cultivates a luxury experience for guests. With a famed rooftop deck and sophisticated fifth floor spa, theWIT caters to all your needs. Nine private rooms (including a private, multimedia theater, rooftop space, tavern and dining space) are available to book for your next meeting or event. The ROOF at theWit was voted by the Illinois Meetings and Events Magazines as the "Best Outdoor Meeting and Event Space” in the city. With history of hosting countless corporate meetings, exquisite weddings, and an array of other social events, theWIT can make any event unforgettable. Choose theWIT as the venue for your next Chicago extravaganza!

• Spaces for 25-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

The Berkshire Room is a specialty cocktail lounge from The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group that is free of pretense while providing you, the guest, with unmatched service in sleek and elegant settings. It is one of Chicago's most regarded cocktail bars with unparalleled service. The Berkshire Room is known for its "Dealer's Choice" and "Barrel-Finished" drinks, which are all created by the bartending team. There are also craft beers, "Blue Collar Lagers," and small-batch wines available. While entertaining coworkers or having a world-class martini with someone special, indulge in small dishes and charcuterie boards. Visit us to see why we've won so many cocktail awards and been featured in media ranging from The Chicago Tribune to Esquire Magazine. For a more intimate party or cocktail class, Bodega is our private lounge located on the 2nd floor mezzanine of The Berkshire Room. For groups of upto 50, this lounge throws it back to a bygone era with its vintage mod-inspired living room aesthetic. Your guests will enjoy all the perks of a private venue including the private bar and dedicated staff. Sit back and relax on the velvet couches while enjoying expertly crafted cocktails and delicious bites from our catering menu. For the most-unique party spot in Chicago for small groups - book Bunny Slope! This ski lodge style hot tub bar is perfect for the birthday or bachleor(ette) celebrations. Accommodating groups of upto 20, this fun 2 hour party bar experience provides guests with classic and signature cocktails while taking a dip in the large hot tub in the center of the room. Put on those swimsuits and party with us at Bunny Slope!

• Spaces for 18-500 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, Tree House Chicago and Tunnel offer two unique event experiences under one roof. Tree House features an immersive, ever-changing atmosphere with elaborate seasonal installations, making it a memorable setting for corporate events, holiday parties, cocktail receptions, private celebrations and full venue buyouts. Upstairs, Tunnel offers a high-energy, modern event space featuring incredible lighting, a large video wall, multiple screens, two bars and a retractable roof. Together, the venues offer flexible options for intimate gatherings, large-scale corporate events, brand activations, watch parties and celebrations. With in-house catering, customizable beverage packages and an experienced events team, each event can be tailored to create a seamless and unforgettable experience.

• Spaces for 175-20,000 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 8 Total Spaces

Imagine gorgeous indoor and outdoor space all in one venue! Café Brauer is one of Chicago’s most highly prized rental venues for good reason. This timeless Prairie School- style landmark, completed in 1908 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers both earth-toned elegance and unparalleled location. Its second-floor Great Hall is the centerpiece, with its soaring, skylit roof, Tiffany-inspired glass chandeliers, stained-glass windows, tile mosaics and flanking, curved oudoor loggias providing spectacular views of the surrounding park and city skyline. A newly landscaped circular drive greets guests on Stockton Drive, but the horticultural pièce de résistance lies immediately to the east and south: Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo, a thriving prairie pond ecosystem teeming with native plants and wildlife.

• Spaces for 11-250 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 5 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of River North at the prominent corner of Clark & Kinzie St. and in the same building as DineAmic Group’s Italian concept Siena Tavern, comes Barrio. Barrio is a creative take on traditional Mexican fare with pan-Latin and American influences. The 6,000-square-foot restaurant seats 200 people and offers a variety of dining options including bar seating and private dining. The kitchen is helmed by “Top Chef” alum, Chef Katsuji Tanabe, who has created a plethora of options for just about every patron. The menu incorporates a shared-plate format offering locally sourced, sustainable ingredients with an emphasis on organic, as well as paleo and gluten-free options.

• Spaces for 80-120 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Homestead on the Roof - our cozy, secret rooftop - is tucked away above Roots Handmade Pizza in the heart of West Town. This tranquil and enchanting venue is perfect for a wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate event, or any other milestone. Chef Bryan Collante and event manager Kelsey Utterback are experienced professionals with vast experience in organizing the perfect evening. Homestead is one of the most exclusive venue spaces outside of downtown. This Chicago hidden gem is sure to charm guests and leave them talking about and remembering your social event for years to come. The magic of Homestead is its 85-seat and 120 standing outdoor rooftop patio with full view of the L-shaped, 1,000 square foot rooftop garden overflowing with beautiful flowers, two massive vertical hanging gardens, a decorative outdoor fireplace, warm edison string lights and a brand new water feature. Our indoor, air conditioned space is equally charming, with warm, rustic decor. Because Homestead is a part of one of Chicago's most respected restaurant groups, we have the unique ability to coordinate Chef Events, bringing together chefs and cuisine from all over our company to create an incredible array of events at Homestead or at off-site venues. Whether it's a special theme, style of cuisine, or interactive experience you are looking for: we have the team to make the experience customized and memorable.

• Spaces for 20-500 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 5 Total Spaces

Located along the Chicago River at The Merchandise Mart, Marshall's Landing offers a contemporary waterfront setting for corporate events, private dinners, receptions, and social gatherings. The venue features floor-to-ceiling windows, flexible event spaces, modern interiors, and sweeping river and city views that create a memorable backdrop for gatherings of every size. Whether you're hosting a stylish corporate mixer, an unforgettable celebration, or an intimate gathering, the private dining and event spaces are designed for memorable, fully customized events. With menus that showcase seasonal ingredients and a dedicated team that brings your vision to life seamlessly, Marshall's Landing guarantees an exceptional experience that’s uniquely yours. Combining downtown convenience with polished hospitality, the venue delivers a distinctive event experience in the heart of Chicago.

• Spaces for 40-168 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, Monty's Chicago and Motel Bar Chicago offer two distinct hospitality experiences under one roof, seamlessly transitioning from a bright daytime café to an intimate evening restaurant and cocktail bar. Guests can gather for everything from morning meetings and casual lunches to private dinners, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, and corporate events. Contemporary interiors, warm wood finishes, vintage-inspired design, and flexible private event options create an inviting backdrop for celebrations of all kinds. Whether hosting a small gathering or a full venue buyout, the space combines thoughtful service, elevated cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails in a welcoming setting.

• Spaces for 8-600 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Event Spaces

Looking for a cocktail party, lunch meeting, seated dinner or full dinner buffet, Kindling has multiple options for groups of 8 to 300. Host your guest in the heart of the city, offering both semi-private & private event options for corporate & social event outings. Select from our unique menu created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer served from our open fire grill.

• Spaces for 20-350 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 7 Total Spaces

A Timeless Chicago Landmark for Elegant Weddings & Iconic Events Ambassador Gold Coast brings Chicago’s social history to the celebrations happening now. Set among the Gold Coast’s historic streets, the hotel offers a collection of spaces for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate entertaining and milestone occasions. Make the setting part of the experience: dinner in the Ambassador Room, once the legendary Pump Room; a reception in The Champagne Room Featuring Moët & Chandon; or an outdoor gathering with skyline views on the Terrace on Seventeen. The different rooms give each part of a celebration its own mood, from the first welcome to the final toast. Menus, beverage service and room arrangements are planned around the occasion. Guest rooms and suites allow visiting friends, family and colleagues to stay on property, while the surrounding Gold Coast offers a Chicago backdrop beyond the hotel. Tell us what you are celebrating, when and with whom. Our events team will help you choose the setting and shape the details.