We bought a gift certificate for an open class before Covid and they canceled all open classes once…read morethey reopened. We were not able to return for a refund.

Excellent evening! We came here on a date (and the where and what were surprises to me). Chef Dom…read morewas warm and welcoming, in addition to being professional and fun. We started out with some hummus and crostini. We were glad to have snacks since it was about an hour and a half until we sat down to eat. By the way, you can bring your own wine! They have nice glasses and a wine opener to us. The also sell some; the Cab we had was only $20 and was quite good. There were only 5 of us, plus chef. It was great since we all got to do more and hear better than with a normal larger group. Our Southern menu consisted of collard greens with pancetta, skillet jalapeno-cheddar cornbread, mustard potatoes with onions, and the most amazing flank steak + tomato chutney. Seriously, I'm still mentally drooling over this chutney! I can't wait to make it again! For dessert, lemon curd mousse. Delicious It was really nice to have our actual meal at a dinner table that was thoughtfully decorated and put together (versus in the kitchen around the stainless steel). We really had an amazing night and loved learning some new skills, recipes, and flavors. Looking forward to going back for a different menu!

We loved having our wedding at Floating World Gallery! There were so many things to like:…read more The venue itself is elegant and impressive all on its own. It is in a great location, with lots of small businesses around for guests to patronize before or after the wedding. The size was perfect for our ~110 person wedding. Allen, the venue manager, was great to work with (responds to emails within hours, not weeks). He makes wedding operations really easy with flexible load-in, load-out times. We also loved that we could choose the vendors we really wanted to be there on our special day, especially catering and bartending/alcohol. 10/10 would recommend for all Chicago couples!

My fiancée and I liked the venue during walkthrough, but the communication with the event manager…read moreis very poor which is the reason we decided to walk away.

Paris312 really came through for me! I was looking for a small, yet beautiful, balloon bouquet that…read morecould be delivered to my apartment to surprise my wife for her birthday. Not only was the process on their website simple and straightforward, they also had an option to shorten the delivery window. The delivery provided updates and happened earlier than expected making for a great birthday morning!

I am SO impressed with Paris312. We order a simple baby gender reveal balloon and they did a great…read morejob with on-time delivery (to the western suburb) and making sure the balloon was secure and protected at the time of delivery. Pricing was a little high but worth it IMO. Everyone loved the reveal and the extra touch of mini balloons and confettis sprinkling the ground as we popped the balloon. We can't wait to use them for future events!

Visiting The Rookery was one of those quiet Chicago moments that really sticks with you. From the…read moreoutside it's understated, but once you step into the Light Court, the space opens up with natural light, ironwork, and detail everywhere you look. The Frank Lloyd Wright staircase is subtle but impressive--nothing flashy, just solid design that holds up over time.Tip for first-time visitors: go on a weekday and aim for mid-morning if you can--the light is best, it's calmer, and you'll actually have space to stop and look around. It's not a long visit, but it doesn't need to be. The Rookery is simple, beautiful, and worth slowing down for.

Make no mistake, this space is stunning and definitely something to see. As a recent wedding guest,…read moreI was expecting more. The setup of the building makes for a cramped wedding. We had to stay in the crowded lobby for a long time before the ceremony space was opened. The restrooms are far away from the action, about as far from the party as they could be. The second floor cocktail space was cramped. The two bartenders were soooo slow. Not sure if they were part of the catering staff the Rookery uses or separate. Dinner was exceptional. No one knew the bar moved from the second floor to a space under a first-floor staircase for drinks after dinner. There was no announcement of where desserts were located. A lot of the issues I had with the wedding could have been eliminated had an experienced planner been hired. Too often during the day guests were not sure where to go or what was happening, what was next. It's a beautiful space but my advice to couples would be to hire a planner who is experienced and who has worked several wedding at the Rookery. Also, I was told the space was rented the night before the wedding so the couple couldn't have a rehearsal. Unfortunately, that was obvious and added to the disjointed event. Also, some tourist walked into the back of the ceremony space during the wedding. I would have thought Rookery staff/security would keep tourists out of a private event, but this is one of those things that will become a funny wedding story in a couple of years.

This is a beautiful event space with high ceilings, good multimedia and good service. It was…read moresectioned off so there were multiple events in progress that evening. Prompt and friendly service and surprisingly good fresh food for 250 people. What a gem in the West loop.

Christine C. assisted me with planning my 32nd birthday at The Dalcy catered by Aba and she and…read moretheir entire team did not disappoint. The ambiance was perfect, food was 5 stars and staff was fantastic. The event went from 8pm to 2am and everything from start to finish was AMAZING! I will def be considering them again for future events as well as recommending them to family, friends & client! Great Job Christine and Erica for an unforgettable evening! Thank you so much!

Was researching the first owner of the old brownstone I live in and they were so helpful. It's an…read moreamazing place recently saw a free program where an actor portrayed Queen Elizabeth the first. Incredible place.

I have enjoyed many years of visits, membership, and genealogy and historical research work at the…read moreNewberry Library of Chicago, Illinois. I am from Chicago. I am a historian who specializes in Chicago and Illinois history and genealogy. The Newberry Library provided me with resources that enabled me to discover major and exciting things about my own Illinois family history. One of my published books, which is a history of Springfield, Illinois, is in the Newberry Library collection. I was also a member of the Newberry Library Associates, a junior auxiliary board that helped raise money and awareness for the Newberry Library. I also was a member of the Caxton Club, a book collectors's club that is based at the Newberry Library. Thank you to the Newberry Library for all you have done to help me with my family history research. Thank you for being a grand and wonderful part of the Chicago community. I look forward to many more visits to the Newberry Library! God bless.

I seriously cannot say enough good about the Joinery after our wedding on May 9, 2026. Not only is…read moreit an incredibly beautiful space, but they are so easy to work with! Shay, the manager, is so organized and relaxed when planning an event. It seems like each week they add something new to improve the space. Our guests could not stop talking about how cool it was! the bar manager, Molly, was a wizard behind the bar and made the best signature cocktails! if you're looking for a space to host an event, book the joinery!

Zero regrets! The space is perfection and the Shay the venue…read moremanager is amazing. It was perfection from start to finish!

Antique Taco hosted a social group I supervise for teens with disabilities. Not only was the food…read moredelicious, the staff was extremely patient, kind, and accommodating. We had an amazing time and will 100% be back again!!! Thank you Antique Taco!!

The tacos were good, but nothing special. There was only one vegetarian option - poblano and potato…read moreskin - which wasn't filling. The salsa tasted bitter. As someone from Texas, I do have high expectations for Mexican food; Antique was fine for a convenient bite if you're around, but wouldn't go out of my way for it.

This is operated by the Atomic Hospitality which also owns Artifact Events, Morgan MFG, Recess and…read moreUntitled S.C. This is probably the biggest event space out of Artifact Events and Morgan MFG.

From the owner: Located in Chicago's popular West Loop neighborhood, City Hall is an unparalleled choice for…read moreweddings, private functions, live events, conferences, product launches, commercial video & photo production, and fundraising galas. The building's industrial character is preserved with touch points inspired by historic municipal buildings, while classic details and finishes, enhance the space's timeless decor. With your vision, our team is ready to expertly host your event of a lifetime. Just next door you will find Recess - our bar and patio that serves up good times and zero red tape.