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Top Group Dining Restaurants in River North, IL
Dinner here rarely stays quiet for long once the evening crowd rolls in. You’ll find group dining restaurants in River North for big tables, intimate celebrations, and meals that turn into full nights out. Birthdays bring extra toasts, colleagues celebrate milestones over shared plates, and friends settle in for long conversations that stretch past dessert. Pick the restaurant that fits your group and let the night unfold across one unforgettable dinner.
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![Izakaya Room at Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $120
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityIzakaya Room
25 guestsUnion Sushi + Barbeque BarRiver North, Chicago, ILLLainy K.
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![The Lady Bird 3rd Room at Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $135
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lady Bird 3rd Room
16 guestsHawksmoor Steakhouse-ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILOur 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. -
![Private Dining Room at India House Restaurant in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
50 guestsIndia House RestaurantRiver North, Chicago, ILThe private dining room at India House Restaurant offers a versatile and elegant space perfect for hosting intimate gatherings, special events, or business meetings. -
![Ambar Private Lounge at Ambar Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAmbar Private Lounge
40 guestsAmbar ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILIf you're looking for an intimate, casual spot for your next event, our Ambar Private Dining Room is just perfect for you. Don't hesitate and book with us now! -
![Ambar Outdoor Dining at Ambar Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAmbar Outdoor Dining
20 guestsAmbar ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILAs summer is approaching, make sure you book our stunning Outdoor Dining space for your next special event! -
![Noelle Room at Experience 868 in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNoelle Room
36 guestsExperience 868River North, Chicago, ILGuests are treated to personalized services atop the already customizable menu of restaurant favorites and flavors. The private room can accommodate all group sizes, further adding to the choice of flow for either celebrations -
![Ambar Main Dining at Ambar Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAmbar Main Dining
81 guestsAmbar ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILWelcome to Ambar Dining! It's a bright space with natural light and plants. You can enjoy amazing food and great vibes. -
![The Big Mike Room at Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $135
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Big Mike Room
22 guestsHawksmoor Steakhouse-ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILThe largest of our two private dining rooms. Named after a Champion Shorthorn bull born in 1919. It’s also a subtle nod to Michael Jordan, the mightiest of all Chicago Bulls whose restaurant once occupied this building. -
![Ambar Private Dining at Ambar Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAmbar Private Dining
120 guestsAmbar ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILTo fit even more of your amazing guests we offer combining our main dining with the bar. More space, more people, more fun! -
![Main Space at Experience 868 in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Space
200 guestsExperience 868River North, Chicago, ILPacked with the bar, the main room of Experience 868 was built for beautiful dinners, receptions, and live entertainment. It has all the trappings for gourmet food, signature cocktails by our chefs and mixologists, and fancy -
![Full Buyout at Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $120
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Buyout
75 guestsUnion Sushi + Barbeque BarRiver North, Chicago, ILThis full buyout allows guests to enjoy the entire restaurant space, including the dynamic dining area, bar, and private spaces, ensuring a personalized and memorable experience. -
![Private Dining at Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $55
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining
20 guestsUnion Sushi + Barbeque BarRiver North, Chicago, ILWhether you're hosting a birthday celebration, a small corporate gathering, or a special dinner with friends, Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar's private space provides the ideal backdrop.
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Beef & Liberty
76
100
Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
The room features multiple dining tables, elegantly set with glassware and cutlery. Guests can choose between comfortable chairs and plush booth-style seating upholstered in dark green leather.
from $55
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Dining Area
100
150
Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar
River North, Chicago, IL
Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar offers a spacious and vibrant dining area capable of accommodating up to 100 guests, making it an ideal venue for larger gatherings and events in Chicago's bustling River North neighborhood.
from $35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Ambar Full Buyout
160
250
Ambar Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
Chicago, home to one of the largest Balkan communities in the U.S., is the perfect place for Ambar to bring its lively Balkan cuisine. With a dynamic food scene and a diverse population eager to explore new flavors, the Chicago’s
from $3000
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Entire Venue
24
30
Duck Sel
River North, Chicago, IL
The dining area at Duck Sel has a capacity of 30. You can opt for a dining layout, bar seating, or a relaxed option on the couch. It's a fit for family gatherings, celebrations with friends, and more!
from $5100
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Wine Cellar
10
10
Experience 868
River North, Chicago, IL
Whether it is a seated dinner, a standing reception, or a large presentation, the space takes on the nature of the occasion.
from $8000
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Night Spot
188
300
Spybar
River North, Chicago, IL
Reserve our historic club for a private event, birthday party, corporate get-together, or brand activation.
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from $135
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The Beefsteaks Stakes Room
150
175
Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
Above, wooden beams traverse the ceiling, decorated with multiple round chandeliers that cast a soft, golden glow. Overall, The Beefsteaks Stakes Room is spacious, inviting, and perfect for memorable dining events or gatherings.
from $5250
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Lounge 868
8
30
Experience 868
River North, Chicago, IL
Whether it is a seated dinner, a standing reception, or a large presentation, the space takes on the nature of the occasion.
from $35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Ambar Bar
35
45
Ambar Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
Our Ambar Bar is perfect for your next casual event. We have experience in hosting corporate events, birthday parties and many, many more!
from $20000
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Full Buyout
300
400
Howl at the Moon, Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
Our venue provides an open floor plan, drink packages and a full catering menu - all of which can be customized to fit your needs.
from $150
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The Vault
50
50
Foundry Rooms
River North, Chicago, IL
Foundry Rooms in River North offers multiple event spaces. When booked together, the Main Stage, Vault, and Forge create approximately 2,000 square feet of total event space, for a maximum of 350 guests for receptions and
from $65
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per person / per session
Truss Meeting Room
100
85
Godfrey Hotel Chicago
River North, Chicago, IL
The Truss Meeting Room at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago offers a flexible and modern setting, accommodating between 10 to 85 guests. This space is ideal for corporate meetings, small conferences, or intimate social gatherings.
FAQs about Top Group Dining Restaurants in River North, IL
Booking costs of group dining restaurants average $50 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 River North, based on Tagvenue data from March 2026:
| From $35 | to $65 | per person |
| From $2000 | to $5500 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find group dining 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 River North, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (March 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average $5100 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 100 guests | prices average $5500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
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