Chicago has always been a city that knows how to raise a glass. Al Capone’s speakeasies proved that long before rooftop cocktail bars lit up the skyline. Clink glasses with the Willis Tower in view or host a champagne toast near Millennium Park in the city’s best drinks reception venues. This is the home of deep-dish pizza, jazz, and world-class hospitality and your celebration deserves to be part of that story. Scroll on, and let’s find your perfect spot.
In Chicago, prices of drinks reception venues average $2000 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 from September 2025:
From $1000 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event |
From $35 | to $50 | per person |
From $100 | to $280 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub
in Ravenswood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.’
Bootleg at Everything Bar
in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Matilde was very helpful in making sure we got everything we needed. Food and drinks were great as well.’
First Floor at The Dandy Crown
in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was handled by Dandy Crown; The food, the drinks, the setup, the cleanup.’
You'll find drinks reception 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 (September 2025):
Small drinks reception venues | up to 40 guests | prices average $1650 minimum spend per event |
Medium drinks reception venues | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
Large drinks reception venues | over 120 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |