The cost of cafe venues averages around $150 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Chicago, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $75 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $300 | to $1500 | minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
Many types of events ranging from baby showers to wedding receptions. We recommend hosting smaller, more intimate events in Chicago cafes, like birthday gatherings at venues like Wake 'n Bacon, baby or bridal showers, book club gatherings at locations like Gianni's Cafe Palatine, networking mixers, start-up happy hours, workshops amongst many others! Make sure the venue accommodates your group size before finalizing your booking!
Some of the top neighborhoods in Chicago for cafe rentals include Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square, and West Loop. These areas have many quirky independent cafes, coffee shops, and bistros that offer event space rentals. Many feature charming vintage decor, tasty menus for event catering, and an intimate, laid-back vibe perfect for gatherings.
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