Trusted by over 1M+ customers
Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chicago, IL
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.
-
![Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBootleg
50 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
WWard M.
“Friendly, attentive service. Very cool, private space. Excellent food and drink.” -
![Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Party Room
50 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, ILSScott F.
“This place was great. There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.” -
![First Floor at The Dandy Crown in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
40 guestsThe Dandy CrownWest Town, Chicago, ILSSusi B.
“The bartenders changed a few times through the night, but it didn't stop the flow of delicious drinks.” -
![Second Floor at The Dandy Crown in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $1650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecond Floor
35 guestsThe Dandy CrownWest Town, Chicago, ILTTara D.
“And, she made drink suggestions and was very friendly and professional throughout the night.” -
![Top Deck at Howl at the Moon, Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTop Deck
50 guestsHowl at the Moon, ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILAAlex S.
“The staff was also very on point with quick service delivering drinks, bringing out food, etc.” -
![Bistro Room at Port and Park Bistro in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBistro Room
100 guestsPort and Park BistroLakeview, Chicago, ILMMax D.
“The Bar room was very cool and was more than enough space for everyone. Food and drinks were great as well.” -
![Private Space Within Venue at Clara Chicago in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Space Within Venue
30 guestsClara ChicagoWicker Park, Chicago, ILEElvira P.
“The cocktails were incredible, and the bartender was kept busy but never seemed overwhelmed.” -
![Main Dining Room at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
220 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
EEgle N.
“Drinks were nice and strong !Food was great! My personal favorites were guacamole and chicken.” -
![Bar Room at Port and Park Bistro in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Room
66 guestsPort and Park BistroLakeview, Chicago, ILKKara O.
“The service, food, drinks, and overall ambiance was perfect for our party of 21!” -
![Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, ILYYuvanka Z.
“We were also able to keep tab open for those who only had a few drinks. All had a great time.” -
![Dining Area at Elephant + Vine near Lincoln Park in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Area
50 guestsElephant + Vine near Lincoln ParkLincoln Park, Chicago, ILEE.j. R.
“The team was fantastic and food awesome. We rented out the main dining room and appreciated the opportunity.” -
![The Clybourn at iO Theater in Near North Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $2000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Clybourn
4350 guestsiO TheaterNear North Side, Chicago, ILDDeborah M.
“The space was perfect for our event, and everything went beautifully.”
- 1
- 2
- 3
- ...
- 11
Popular filters
Capacity
Budget
Area type
Venue type
Catering and drinks
Accessibility features
Book One of Chicago's Cheap Spaces for Drinks Receptions
per person / per session
hire fee / per session
per person / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
hire fee / per hour
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Chicago’s Restaurants
per person / per session
hire fee / per session
per person / per session
hire fee / per session
per person / per session
per person / per session
Drink and Dine at Chicago’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Bars
per person / per session
minimum spend / per session
“Our bartender, Bekah, was incredibly lovely and we had such a wonderful time!!”
minimum spend / per session
“The whole process went smoothly and everyone was so wonderful to work with. Cam, our bartender, was a delight!”
minimum spend / per session
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per hour
FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chicago, IL
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $40 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 from May 2026:
| From $35 | to $50 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $99 | to $250 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
-
Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Very cool, private space. Excellent food and drink.’ -
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.’ -
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 100 guests | prices average $1100 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
-
Sky Terrace Rooftop at The Ivy Hotel
on 233 East Ontario Street - 0.6 mi from center.
Venue said: Inside, the Divine Lounge caters to both the early risers seeking a gourmet breakfast and the night owls craving signature cocktails and appetizers. When the city thaws to warmer months, the outdoor Sky Terrace is a haven... -
Top Deck at Howl at the Moon, Chicago
on 26 West Hubbard Street - 0.7 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘Katie was incredibly responsive as an event planner for the venue, and the experience was a ton of fun.’ -
Private Dining Room at India House Restaurant
on 59 West Grand Avenue - 0.8 mi from center.
Venue said: Located at 59 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, India House Restaurant offers a private dining room that can accommodate up to 50 guests, making it ideal for intimate gatherings, business meetings, or small parties.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 175 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 175 guests |
| Pub | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 75 guests |
People also search for
Drinks Reception Venues in other cities
Page last updated in May 2026
To provide you with relevant information, our pages are refreshed using an algorithm that aggregates real-time data, including bookings, reviews, and venue updates.