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With the holidays fast approaching, it’s high time to make your special dinner plans, holiday work party arrangements, and date night reservations. From the Peninsula Chicago to Le Colonial, there are plenty of beautiful places to dine this holiday season. To add some ease to your holiday planning, here are six places sure to impress for your upcoming party.
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Sable Kitchen & Bar {Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago, 505 North State Street Suite 101, Chicago; 312.755.9704}
Hosting out of town guests? If they need a place to stay, The Kimpton Palomar Chicago is sure to please. For dining pleasures, guests can enjoy Sable Kitchen & Bar. The bar area is great for happy hour drinks, and the Canvas Room has a chef-driven dinner experience that can host up to 80 guests. If you want to test the weather fates, you can also book their outdoor seating area that overlooks Illinois Street. It might just be a magical night under the stars.
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Macello Ristorante {1235 West Lake Street, Chicago; 312.850.9870}
For a taste of classic Italian, there is no better place than Macello’s. From appetizers to pizza to entrées, and even dessert, there are plenty of courses for you to customize to your group. A must-try is the Cavatelli al Forno, baked with bolognese sauce and mozzarella. Finish any meal with their decadent gelato and the night is sure to end with a smile.
Siena Tavern { 51 West Kinzie Street, Chicago; 312.595.1322}
A completely private dining room is a truly unique dining experience, especially when Chef Fabio Viviani is at the helm in the kitchen. Siena Tavern’s completely enclosed private dining room, The Cellar, offers a separate sound system plus a 42” plasma television that can be fully customized for digital branding and presentation needs. Given that the room seats up to 14 people, it is ideal for client dinners or smaller team celebrations.
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STK Chicago {9 West Kinzie Street, Chicago; 312.340.5636}
STK Chicago is the perfect balance of Chicago steakhouse taste paired with a fun night-out atmosphere. With a variety of rooms that can accommodate anywhere from 15- 500 guests, STK Chicago is perfect for a fun night out with friends or an evening entertaining clients. This isn’t your daddy’s steakhouse so get ready for cocktails and dancing! If you want a really exciting night, choose The Champagne Bar, which seats up to 60 people.
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Spiaggia {980 North Michigan Avenue #2, Chicago; 312.280.2750}
These are few restaurants that offer as many private dining spaces as Spiaggia. Spiaggia has a formal Private Dining Room on the third floor, the Sala Privata on the second floor (which is perfect for smaller dinners), and Cafe Spiaggia provides the ultimate brunch experience. For company parties or winter weddings, the Main Dining Room is the perfect spot. The space holds 150 people in a reception-style event and features sweeping window views that look out onto Lake Michigan. Happy holidays indeed!
Barrio {65 West Kinzie Street, Chicago; 312.940.9900}
Ready for a hot night out? Consider Barrio, DineAmic Group’s newest concept. Closed off from the restaurant, The Casita room seats up to 11 people for a comfortable and intimate dinner. The space also features floor-to-ceiling windows providing views of Kinzie Street. After dinner, be sure to stop by their Bodega del Barrio for a churro or espresso to complete the perfect evening.
By Kaleigh Glaza | Online Editor
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