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Private events & group dining in Lakeview, Chicago at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
Lakeview Chicago gatherings

Private events & group dining in Lakeview, Chicago

Southport Corridor events

Gather your way.

From intimate group dinners to milestone celebrations, Port & Park Bistro | Bar offers flexible spaces and dining options for gatherings in Lakeview.

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Group Dining

Smaller gatherings can enjoy reserved group seating with customized food and beverage options.

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Private Events

Private and semi-private options are available based on your group size, date and event needs.

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Full Restaurant Buyouts

For larger celebrations and special occasions requiring the entire restaurant.

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See it for yourself

Find your space.

Explore the rooms that make Port & Park Bistro | Bar a welcoming setting for group dining in Lakeview and private dining near Wrigley Field.

Main Dining Room at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
Main Dining RoomUp to 70 seated.Private events from a $1,500 minimum, shared seating available at a lower spend.

A warm, flexible setting for shared meals and celebrations.

Bar Room at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
Bar RoomUp to 46 seated • up to 62 reception-style.Private events from a $1,500 minimum, shared seating available at a lower spend.

A lively room for receptions, birthdays and cocktails.

Guests enjoying the patio at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
PatioAsk about seasonal minimums.

An outdoor option for a relaxed Southport Corridor gathering.

For every kind of occasion

Made for celebrating.

Birthdays • Rehearsal Dinners • Wedding Celebrations • Showers • Graduations • Corporate Events • Holiday Parties • Family Gatherings

For presentations and educational events, ask about AV and screen availability.
Plan by occasion

Start with the gathering you have in mind.

A little context makes it easier to choose the right room, meal, and pace for your guests.

Baby shower table set at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
Baby showers

Plan a baby shower

A warm setting, a full meal, and room for guests to gather.

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Bar Room at Port & Park Bistro | Bar for a corporate event
Corporate gatherings

Plan a corporate event

Bring colleagues together for a dinner, reception, or team celebration in Lakeview.

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Private dining menu

Gather. Dine. Celebrate.

SEATED DINNER

Four Courses · $59 Per Guest
20 Guest Minimum · Tax and Gratuity Additional

A complete four-course dinner designed for rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, corporate dinners and other celebrations. Hosts choose two starters, one salad, up to three entrée selections and one dessert. Beverage packages and enhancements are available.

Starters

Host chooses two, passed or shared as appropriate.

  • Chicken FlautasCrispy rolled tortillas filled with spiced chicken and pepper jack cheese. Served with whipped sour cream.
  • Cheese CurdsGolden fried Wisconsin cheddar curds, house ranch.
  • Calamari Frites*Lightly fried calamari, lemon, spicy cocktail sauce.
  • Quesadilla RollsSeasoned chicken, peppers, onions and melted cheese
  • Warm Baked FetaImported Greek feta, tomato-pepper confit, herbs, grilled bread
  • SpanakopitaSpinach and feta cheese pies.

Salad

Host chooses one.

  • House SaladA mix of fresh greens with tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and our signature Zaatar EVOO dressing.
  • Classic CaesarCrisp romaine, shaved parmesan, garlic croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.
  • Mediterranean SaladTuscan greens, cucumber, tomato, onions, peppers, olives, feta, za’atar vinaigrette

Dessert

Host chooses one.

  • BaklavaGreek phyllo pastry layered with honey and nut filling.
  • TiramisuClassic Italian dessert made with lady fingers, mascarpone and espresso coffee.
  • GalaktobourekoLayers of flaky filo filled with warm semolina custard and finished with honey syrup.

Entrées

Host selects up to three for their guests.

  • Greek Roasted ChickenRice pilaf and roasted seasonal vegetables.
  • Crispy Chicken SchnitzelGarlic mashed potatoes and lemon-caper sauce.
  • Mediterranean SalmonMoroccan couscous, seasonal vegetables and lemon-caper sauce.
  • Steak FritesBlack Angus steak, chimichurri, hand-cut fries. +$8 per guest selecting steak.
  • Pesto Alfredo FettuccineBasil pesto cream, blistered tomatoes and Parmesan.
  • Mediterranean Harvest BowlHerbed couscous, roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, dried cranberries and lemon tahini.
Enhance your celebration

Beverage packages, upgrades and finishing touches.

Open bar packages apply to all guests of legal drinking age and must be purchased for the full selected duration.

Beer & Wine

House-selected beer and wine.

2 Hours $28 | 3 Hours $38

Call Bar

Beer, wine and call spirits with standard mixers.

2 Hours $38 | 3 Hours $48

Premium Bar

Beer, wine and premium spirits with standard mixers.

2 Hours $48 | 3 Hours $58

Beverage Enhancements

  • Signature CocktailAdd one Port & Park signature cocktail to your open bar package. +$5 per guest, per hour.
  • Drink TicketsPerfect for hosts who prefer a controlled bar option. Valid toward beer, wine and call drinks. $9 per ticket.
  • Champagne ToastSparkling wine poured for a celebratory toast. +$6 per guest.
  • Non-Alcoholic PackageSoft drinks, iced tea and coffee throughout the event, +$5 per guest.

Dinner Enhancements

  • Steak Frites UpgradeUpgrade one of your entrée selections to Black Angus steak, chimichurri and hand-cut fries. +$8 per guest selecting steak.
  • Additional StarterAdd another starter selection for the table, +$5 per guest.
  • Additional Entrée ChoiceAdd a fourth preselected entrée option, +$5 per guest.
  • Coffee ServiceFreshly brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee, +$4 per guest.
Event details & policies

Reservations & Deposit

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your event date and is applied toward the final balance.

Final Details

Final guest count, menu selections and beverage selections are due 7 days before the event.

Tax & Gratuity

Prices are subject to applicable sales tax and 20% gratuity.

Cakes & Desserts

Professionally prepared celebration cakes are welcome; ask about cake service.

Customize Your Event

Menu selections and packages may be customized to fit your gathering. Additional options may be available upon request.

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* Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your chance of foodborne illness.
Plan your gathering

Tell us what you’re planning.

Share your preferred date, approximate guest count and occasion. We’ll follow up with availability and food and beverage options.

Baby shower setup for a private event at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
A closer look

Come see the space.

Contact us to arrange a visit and talk through your event in the heart of Lakeview’s Southport Corridor.

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