Afternoon Tea Venues for Rent in Chicago, IL

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average $2500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Chicago, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:

• Meeting Room 1&2 at Hyatt Place Chicago South in Hyde Park - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘I liked everything about the venue. Everything was all set up when we arrived.’

• Bar Room at Port & Park Bistro in Lakeview - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The food was great, the space was cool, and Steve was very friendly and easy to work with.’

• Main Dining Room at Everything Bar in West Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We had the speakeasy Bootleg room downstairs. Definitely enjoyed our privacy.’

You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Event Hall at One East Wacker on East Wacker Drive Floor 2 - 0.3 mi from center.
  Venue said: The room provides natural daylight, a step-free guest entrance and wheelchair-accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small corporate teams and social groups seeking a relaxed, adaptable space suitable for a mix of seated and standing...
• Whole Venue at The Tavern Club at 333 on 333 Michigan Avenue - 0.4 mi from center.
  Venue said: What guests say: The venue has a restored, characterful interior that reviewers describe as both posh and welcoming.
• Chicago River Ballroom at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown on 511 North Columbus Drive - 0.4 mi from center.
  Venue said: The spacious prefunction space surrounds the ballroom, serving as the ideal space for receptions or exhibit space. Private restrooms are also located on the ML level.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:

• The Lady Bird 3rd Room at Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago, rated 5/5 - dining room for 23 guests
  Venue said: Our smaller private dining room – for those more intimate occasions. The Lady Bird Room is named after a Champion Devon Cow born in 1891. Artworks adorn the walls from Chicago’s beef heritage and illustrious former restaurants.

• Dining Room at Glessner House - dining room for 29 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The Dining Room presents a well‑preserved period interior and an authentic historic atmosphere.

• Executive Board Room at Hyatt Place Chicago South, rated 5/5 - boardroom for 12 guests
  Venue said: Hyatt Place Chicago South is a mid-scale urban hotel centered on a ground-floor café-bar and straightforward guest amenities. Venue highlights: A ground-floor café-bar provides counter service and seated tables suitable for...

• Aspire B at Eurostars Magnificent Mile, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: The hotel’s large multi-purpose rooms are perfectly suited to the business world, offering a wide range of services, as well as an intimate and discrete setting.

• Executive Board Room at Hyatt Place Chicago South, from $500 hire fee per day (up to 12 guests seated)
  Venue said: Hyatt Place Chicago South is a mid-scale urban hotel centered on a ground-floor café-bar and straightforward guest amenities. Venue highlights: A ground-floor café-bar provides counter service and seated tables suitable for...

• Entire Space at Angelo's Stuffed Pizza, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 45 guests seated)
  Venue said: Angelo's Stuffed Pizza is a family-run restaurant centred on hearty, cheese-forward stuffed and deep-dish pizzas and an informal, casually decorated dining room.

Yes, you can book an afternoon tea venue for a private event. Afternoon tea venues are ideal for hosting a variety of private gatherings. Whether you are planning a bridal shower, a birthday party, or a corporate meeting, these venues have a charming and elegant setting. They typically provide a selection of teas and light refreshments such as sandwiches, scones, and pastries, creating a sophisticated atmosphere for your event.

When hiring any kind of venue, the first step is to discuss any special requests with the venue manager. It is likely that you will be permitted to decorate a rented afternoon tea venue for your private event but each venue is different, so always double check.  If you are decorating, consider selecting a theme like vintage or floral to maintain a cohesive aesthetic. Use elegant table settings, soft lighting, and personalized touches like place cards to enhance the ambiance. Ensure all decorations are easy to install and remove to avoid any potential damage to the venue.