Our company hired Valet parking 1991 for an annual trade show at our…read moreoffice on 01/19/2024. My manager initially had not wanted to make the investment for valet services (back in December), but two days before the event, (as dangerous was forecasted), management decided hiring Valet parking 1991 was necessary. Jose Brito was very responsive. In December, he returned my call promptly and submitted a quote within days. He was equally responsive two days before the event. Their service was impeccable. The drives were punctual, even in the inclement weather, their uniforms were clean and they were immensely polite and professional. They even helped some of our guests in with their packages (above and beyond). We are extremely grateful that Mr. Brito was able to accommodate us on very short notice. I would hire in the future and feel confident recommending their services. Top Notch!

From the owner: New in Yelp! but providing valet services to Chicago and all its suburbs since 1991!…read moreWe specialize in Valet Parking Services for corporate and private events. We also provide Valet Parking Services for Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs, Breweries and Wineries, Hotels, Hospitals, Country Clubs, Malls, Arenas, Stadiums and Concert Halls, Churches, Community Centers, Sport Clubs, Art Galleries, Beauty Shops, Parking Lots, Banquet halls, Event Venues, and Convention Centers. Currently, We Do Not Offer Valet Services for O'Hare and Midway Airports. We will provide quality services, exceptional efficiency, and the highest level of professionalism. No matter what service you’re looking for, we guarantee to meet and exceed your expectations and ensure your satisfaction.

My wife and I held our 50th Wedding Anniversary Reception for 50 guests on June 29. We could not…read morehave been happier with Halim, from the early days' planning to the actual reception for friends and family. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. The food and bar service were excellent . Several of our guests mentioned how impressed they were with the unique venue. We highly recommend Halim for events like ours!

Living in downtown Evanston, we had always walked by the museum and wondered what it looked like…read moreinside. We saw photos of events held there, and thought it looked beautiful. It was on our list of wedding venues to tour--we arrived, and immediately fell in love. The staff was extremely professional and worked efficiently throughout the process. They answered every single question, and accommodated us when annotating the contract, helping us schedule and track payments, preparing the timeline for the day of, and helped us figure out a LOT of last minute changes. They offered a time for a walk through and assistance with setup the day before, which made the day of the wedding so much less stressful. They take care of EVERYTHING; set up, tear down, linens, place settings, table numbers, water, wine, changing courses, bridal suite, the bar, you name it! We just had to walk in and enjoy. The food was restaurant-quality - no banquet halls here! Many people emphatically said that was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. The menu tasting was a wonderful experience guided by the Chief of Staff, and included a personal visit from the chef near the end. There are many great food and wine options, it was hard to limit ourselves to just a few! The staff was very helpful in accommodating our guests with dietary restrictions and allergies; if one of the food choices would not work, they created a special alternative dish for them at no extra charge. They were so organized, they even remembered to not drizzle honey on one of our guest's dessert. I checked with every single one of our guests who needed an accommodation, and every single one was fulfilled. We even had a guest who was arriving late; his food was kept warm and brought out immediately when he arrived. As the bride and groom, we got to sit at the head table with our personal Head Waiter, Justin, who was awesome. He made sure our water and wine glasses were always full, and would personally deliver them to us throughout the night whether we were chatting at a table or in the middle of the dance floor. He said he was there if we needed anything, and he always jumped in to help with a smile. Our guests repeatedly told us how beautiful, elegant, and classy the venue was. The Tiffany Room and first floor galleries were the perfect setup for cocktail hour, and everyone loved the gorgeous glasswork (and open bar). The Wisteria room, bathed in candlelight, with a view of the Chicago Skyline, was perfect for dinner and dancing. The staff was professional and helpful, and the entire event ran smoothly. We specifically wanted a venue that would "do it all" so we didn't have to, and Halim Time and Glass Museum absolutely delivered. We treasure the experience we had on our special day and thank Jessica and all of the staff for making it the perfect experience.

We waited in line for almost 2 HOURS only to eventually be told by other ppl in line they had…read morereached/rescheduled capacity for the Smirnoff event on 5/14. I completely understand it was a free event and things can get hectic, but the lack of communication from staff really left a bad impression. We RSVP'd ahead of time and had QR codes, yet no one ever asked to check them. Meanwhile, people were being pulled from the line because they knew someone or recognized a famous person. No hate or hard feelings, I get how events work but it definitely felt frustrating for the people who actually registered and waited patiently. Better communication and organization would have made a huge difference.

Open Books holds our annual fundraising event, Make the Case, at Moonlight Studios…read more It's a unique event space with many huge rooms. I loved mixing and mingling as I worked away the night watching the teams build and decorate their bookcases, which we then stocked with books and delivered throughout Chicago to communities in need. Hooray Literacy!

They are far from professional. The owner was kind at first,…read morebut after I sent her the money she was requesting she became very rude. After sending the money I asked if she could send me the Liability insurance so that I could email it to the venue where I would be holding my daughter's baptism. Per the venue's request. She said no and then later I asked if I could get the bartenders email address so that I can communicate with her. As I wanted to figure out what alcohol to purchase. I wanted to purchase alcohol that the bartender best works with. The owner Angela said no again and then went on saying I was requesting additional stuff. She wanted the payment to be the end of our conversation. She wanted me to pay her and not ask further questions. I then asked if I could get my money back, as I didn't want to do business with her anymore. She then went on and said she could care less and if I wanted my money back my husband would have to contact her. After that she blocked me. I then began to panic and I worried that she wouldn't refund me my money back. Keep in mind that I am already dealing with all the stress that comes from planning an event. I am also pregnant so this was definitely a terrible thing to have experienced. I then asked my husband to reach out to her. Only then did she decide to refund me my money back. Moral of the story, don't book with them. Its better to book with someone who actually cares about their clients.

If there were negative stars for a business, I'd apply them here. They do not have any license to…read moreactually perform their stated livelyhood (or at the very least are unable to produce paperwork), are slow to respond to requests for basic insurance information, and also charge greater than their stated rates. In short, I nearly had to cancel a high profile event due to their negligence. DO NOT USE. Better to hire the homeless man at the corner; he'd be more apt to perform the tasks at hand.

this location is 5 stars! prime location in the heartbeat of Wicker Park. The venue is pristine…read moreand can accommodate many different occasions. The owners are helpful & professional. it was a nice added touch to be able to book the venue, but also have help with the decor. Their expertise was very much appreciated! I can't wait to book more events here

From the owner: Located in one of Chicago's most eclectic and vibrant neighborhoods, our venue offers a versatile…read moresetting perfect for any occasion.

What a fantastic venue tucked away on a residential street in Lincoln Park - perfect little outdoor…read morecourtyard area for the wedding ceremony and the inside has nice separate spaces for cocktails and reception. The food was truly the star here - hors doeuvre's perfect little bites but must be careful not to overdo it because the family style portions were huge! Delicious beef and amazing pasta with some sort of ricotta/spinach concoction - definitely had no room for dessert! The tiramisu was sampled and super divine. Most importantly their mimosas were the best ratio - smidge of OJ and lots of bubbles lol Really intimate unique space

The owner is excellent. Her waitstaff, also, excellent…read more However, her event coordinator Erin lacked tact when issues arose. Not classy. Further, I recommend a cap of 150 guests maximum. I'd like to give a good review because the owner and staff worked so hard.

We had our wedding reception Fall 2021 at the Crystal Ballroom. We fell in love with this venue…read moreright away when we visited and heard the sweet story about how the owner renovated it to surprise his wife for their anniversary. The decor reminded me a classic elegant movie. The planning process was a little stressful, but Amy was super friendly and really seemed to want to make us happy. The food was tasty, but I wish we could've tried more of it before choosing our menu. (We could only try 2 entrees and none of the super long hors d'oeuvres list. They also didn't have photos to look at, which would've been a decent alternative to trying the food.) On wedding day, the servers took away my plate before I ate any of it, after I specifically asked them not to. And they also told my grandmother there were to to-go boxes. I understand if I wasn't the bride, but that was pretty frustrating considering the amount of money we spent on the reception.

I came here for an event and was pleasantly surprised not only by the event space, but by the food!…read more The ballroom is gorgeous- I love the antiques mirror wall. The food was yummy- the risotto was my favorite. Although I usually don't like pesto, I enjoyed the pesto here. The desserts- WOW! What a spread! The key lime, fruit Tarte, tiramisu cake, and the eclair were my favs! But the brownie bite, cheesecake, caramel, and pana cotta were also great. Also- there is street parking as well as a public garage around the corner- I think it's $2 for 1 hour or less, $3 for 2-3 hours, and I'm not sure what the prices are above that. But very reasonable for Chicago area.

Best place in STREETERVILLE for tapas and cocktails incredible river views melt your heartread more

Super nice place and great drinks. Great service, great vibe, this is a winner to hang out and…read moreenjoy a drink!

Tuesday I went to the Blue Door Kitchen and Garden Restaurant at 52 West Elm Street for the first…read moretime. I expected great things from this place and I was not disapointed. From the minute I walked in I was greated by a pleasant staff and was happy to see that this beautiful place was elegant and yet relaxed. I felt at home. We went to the second floor privated room and I was in awh at the wonderful flowers and decorations that adorned the after Wedding lunch. The 25 people in our party were all impressed and relaxed. We were given several options from the menu. I tried the butter milk fried chicked breasts eggs benefict. This was so crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside and was adorned with hollandaise sauce. OMG just perfect. All of this was made possible by one of the best servers I have every dealt with. Her name is Marija who made the whole event flow perfectly. Great management. I intend to return here and let others know.

This place is adorable! We got to sit on the patio which I adored. Looks perfect for a bridal /…read morebaby shower brunch. I had a Cobb salad which was delicious, just the right amount of dressing, it was so fresh and perfect on this hot day. My hubby had the omelette which came with a little side salad of greens and apple slices. The service was good, food was good and ambience was good. If you're looking for a cute brunch spot in the area I'd check it out.