Christmas Party Restaurants for Rent in Chicago, IL

Booking costs of Christmas party restaurants average $45 per person. 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 October 2026), the best options include:

• Main Floor at The Pony in Lakeview - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Staff was friendly reliable and super helpful. Venue was really fun vibes. Would definitely recommend!!!!’

• Bar Room at Port & Park Bistro in Lakeview - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The Bar room was very cool and was more than enough space for everyone. Food and drinks were great as well.’

• Main Dining Room at Everything Bar in West Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We rented the room downstairs and it was great! Loved the decor and that we could play our own music.’

You'll find Christmas party restaurants 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 (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Rear Dining Room at Russian Tea Time Restaurant on 77 East Adams Street - 0.5 mi from center.
  Venue said: Ideal for: Groups seeking a seated, table-service meal in a quiet, polished setting rather than a standing reception. What guests say: The dining room is cosy and comfortable with a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere.
• Entire Venue at Sayat Nova Armenian Restaurant on 157 East Ohio Street - 0.6 mi from center.
  Venue said: An intimate neighborhood restaurant with a 40 year old tradition of serving authentic & delicious Armenian & Middle Eastern Cuisine. Located just steps from Michigan Avenue in the heart of Chicago’s thriving Streeterville...
• Fins Porch at Margaritaville Restaurant - Chicago on 700 East Grand Avenue #118 - 0.7 mi from center.
  Venue said: The weather is here, wish you were! At Margaritaville Chicago Bar & Grill we specialize in Corporate Team Building, Holiday Parties, Company Outings and Special Occasion Receptions!

Smaller Christmas party restaurants usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Chicago, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Boon Cafe at Boon Cafe' (Fusion Restaurant) - restaurant for 30 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, informal seated meal or a low-key standing reception in a casual café setting. What sets it apart: A customisable catering menu that accommodates halal, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian...

• Private Dining Room at La Parrilla Latin Food Broadway - dining room for 35 guests
  Venue said: The venue features wood finishes, street-facing windows, and cozy seating, making it suitable for small parties and casual events. Located in Edgewater, our restaurant is easily accessible and welcoming for groups.

• Entire Venue at Sushi by Bou Gold Coast - restaurant for 40 guests
  Venue said: What sets it apart: The venue runs timed, chef‑led omakase seatings on fixed-course menus arranged in hourly service blocks. What guests say: The space is intimate and styled in an Art Deco lounge.

Cheap Christmas party restaurants in Chicago start from $500 minimum spend per event or $300 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• 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.

• Back Dining at Kitsch'n on Roscoe, from $300 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: Back Dining is a private dining room in Kitsch'n on Roscoe that delivers a compact, retro diner aesthetic rooted in bold 1970s styling. Design: The room pairs chrome‑framed diner chairs and laminate tabletops with red-upholstered...

• Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub, from $75 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘This place was great. There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.’

Indulge in a festive meal at one of Lakeview's fantastic restaurants, known for its rich arts and culture, where everyone will find something to their liking. But if you want a little bit more of an upscale feel to your Christmas celebrations, then head over to River North. Want something with a more eclectic and quirky soul? Then the areas of Logan Square and Bucktown will cater to your needs.

For sure! Plenty of restaurants across Chicago are open on Christmas, both for dine-in and dine-out. And many of them offer fantastic and special menus to honor this special time! On our side, we can recommend the ones in River North, near the Grand subway station, and in Chicago Loop. Finding the perfect space for a bash on the 25th has never been easier! And if you can't find a fitting space, how about a Christmas Eve dinner with your loved ones?