Beatnik on the River 180 N Upper Wacker Drive • Chicago • IL 60606
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Exotic, eclectic, and whimsical, this unique restaurant blends the diverse style of its freethinking midcentury namesakes with a distinct global flair. Inspirations for the vibrant, innovative cuisine span the globe, from the eastern Mediterranean to Northern Africa to Mexico. You'll also be treated to diverse beverage options, like refreshing tropical cocktails and a carefully curated wine list, all crafted with a sustainable, no-waste approach.
- You simply can't beat the views from the Riverfront Terrace, where floor-to-ceiling windows line the waterfront wall and lush tropical florals and live greenery add a bohemian touch. The River Mezzanine, perched on the second level, is another option for couples seeking stellar views, with a wall of windows, colorful tiled details, cozy vintage rugs, and easy access to Goodfunk Natural Wine Bar, a playful 1930s European café-inspired bar.
- The opulent Jewelry Store is luxurious by design, with a 1913 jewelry store installed right inside it. Accommodating just 20 people, it makes intimate elopements feel truly grand, set among birds-eye maple walls, mirrored surfaces, glittering chandeliers, and a stunning Italian marble table. For larger gatherings, opt for a full buyout of the restaurant and GoodFunk—craft your ideal flow between each of the remarkable spaces, designing a day that's perfect for you.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- Contact the venue for more details.
Meals (when priced separately)
Please contact the venue for meal pricing.
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 60 | 60 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 250 | 120 |
| Reception | Seated | 40 | 60 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 40. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$ • $$$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Restaurant
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- River
- Unique
- Art Gallery
- Garden
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Creek / River
- Garden
Beatnik on the River
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