Spiaggia
Now with Halloween behind us, the holidays are just on the horizon. With the season fast approaching, now is the time to plan your holiday parties and group dinners. Popular spots are booking up fast, and you want to make sure that a team of experts have your back. These are some of our favorite private dining and event locations across the city, complete with amazing culinary and catering teams sure to make the holiday season all the more merry and bright.
Geja’s Cafe {340 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago; 773.281.9101}
An evening to remember begins at Geja’s Cafe. Aside from being perfect for a date night (it was recently voted as the nation’s Best Romantic Restaurant by USA TODAY ), it’s also a great place for group dining. For the full experience, reserve guitar performances as well as floral arrangements to up the romance. With a variety of rooms to book, celebrations can start on the heated patio and flow into the unique dining room atmosphere.
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The Robey {2018 West North Avenue, Chicago; 872.315.3050}
This historic hotel is situated for any and all occasions for your next upcoming bash. Want something intimate and cozy? Try The Up Room. Hosting a gathering with all of you foodie friends? Cafe Robey is sure to satisfy. Want to party under the stars without the Chicago chill? The covered Cabana Club has just the ticket. After the party, guests can hit the hay by reserving one of The Robey’s lush hotel rooms. Truly, the Robey has it all.
Macello Ristorante {1235 West Lake Street, Chicago; 312.850.9870}
From their cozy tasting room to the spacious dining room, Macello Ristorante can cater to all. Perfect for company parties, rehearsal dinners or large family gatherings, Macello will make any guest feel like they are at home for the holidays. Plus, their classic Italian food is the ultimate comfort food!
Spiaggia {2nd Floor, Suite 1, 980 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago; 312.280.2750}
Spiaggia’s private dining room, “Sala Privata,” is perfect for a seated dinner or a cocktail party, offering sweeping views of Chicago’s iconic Oak Street and Michigan Avenue. Echoing the casual elegance of Spiaggia—which recently won its eighth Michelin star—Sala Privata is outfitted to accommodate a variety of party styles, accompanied by menus from Chef Tony Mantuano and current Top Chef Season 15 winner, Chef Joe Flamm.
Hampton Social {various locations}
Hampton Social now boasts two locations, one in downtown Chicago and the other in the suburbs in Burr Ridge. Both locations house both private and semi-private places, plus swanky lounge areas. Either location is a prime spot for any event, from baby shower to a happy hour gathering. Pull up a hammock and get ready to party!
ETA Restaurant {455 North Park Drive, Chicago; 312.840.6605}
Walking distance from tons of must-stop Chicago holiday spots, including Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue, ETA Restaurant inside the Loews Hotel Chicago is a great pit stop after a long day of exploring. ETA can cater to groups of various sizes, from private dinners to large receptions. ETA have you covered.
By Kaleigh Glaza | Online Editor
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