Private events & group dining at Port & Park Bistro | Bar
Port & Park Bistro | Bar

Private events & group dining

Room options

Find your space.

Plan private dining near Wrigley Field at 4000 N Southport Ave in Lakeview’s Southport Corridor. Compare rooms for a seated meal, baby shower or cocktail reception, then send your date and guest count to check availability.

Seated dinner

Four-course dinner: $59 per guest, with a 20-guest minimum. Tax and gratuity are additional. A dinner package does not include exclusive room use.

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Main Dining Room at Port & Park Bistro | Bar

Main Dining Room

Up to 70 seated guests.

A setting for shared meals, celebrations and private dinners.

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Bar Room at Port & Park Bistro | Bar

Bar Room

Up to 46 seated guests or 62 guests for a cocktail reception.

A room with its own bar for cocktails, mingling or a seated gathering.

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The final arrangement depends on the event format.

Reserved group seating: gather within the shared restaurant. Semi-private: discuss a designated area for your group. Exclusive room or restaurant buyout: arrange private use separately.

Private room minimum spend starts at $1,500. Date, time, room and exclusive use determine your quote. A dinner package alone does not reserve an exclusive room.

Prefer to be outside? Ask about seasonal patio availability. Discuss a full restaurant buyout.

Food & beverage formats

Build the gathering around your guests.

Seated dinners

A four-course meal with host-selected starters, salad, entrée choices and dessert. $59 per guest, with a 20-guest minimum. Tax and gratuity are additional; exclusive room use is separate.

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Appetizers & mingling

Plan a reception-style gathering with food and drinks tailored to your occasion. Menu, service format and pricing are quoted for your event.

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Beverage options

Discuss beer and wine, house-brand or premium open-bar options, drink tickets and non-alcoholic choices. Confirm eligibility and prices for your guest count.

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Room & restaurant buyouts

Request exclusive use of a room or the full restaurant. Availability, layout and minimum spend are quoted separately from the food package.

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Pricing & minimums

Know what your quote includes.

Share your date, time, guest count and preferred room. The four-course dinner is $59 per guest, with a 20-guest minimum. Tax and gratuity are additional. Confirm room minimum spend and beverage arrangements with Steve.

Smaller gatherings are welcome. Reserved group seating is available with customized food and beverage options. Package guest minimums do not apply to every gathering.

Private rooms: from $1,500 minimum spend, subject to date, time, room and exclusive use.

Deposit: A $500 deposit is required to secure your event date and is applied toward your final balance. The deposit becomes nonrefundable one month before the event. Cancellations made one month or less before the event will forfeit the deposit. One month means one calendar month. This policy also applies to deposits paid within one calendar month of the event.

Exclusive use: confirm a room or restaurant buyout separately. Purchasing a dinner package alone does not reserve an exclusive room.

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Practical questions

Before you book.

Will our room be private?

Reserved group seating is within the restaurant’s shared dining space. Semi-private arrangements offer a designated area; exclusive use requires a separately confirmed room or restaurant buyout. Choosing a dinner package alone does not reserve an exclusive room.

How many guests can each room hold?

Main Dining Room: Up to 70 seated guests. Bar Room: Up to 46 seated guests or 62 guests for a cocktail reception. The final arrangement depends on the event format.

How does the minimum spend work?

Main Dining Room and Bar Room private events start from a $1,500 minimum spend. The final minimum depends on the date, time, room and exclusive use. Ask for a quote for your gathering; a package price is separate from room exclusivity.

Can we plan a smaller gathering?

Yes. Smaller gatherings can enjoy reserved group seating with customized food and beverage options. A dining package’s guest minimum is separate from seating availability. Share your guest count to discuss the right arrangement.

What bar options can we discuss?

Beer and wine, house-brand and premium open-bar options, drink tickets and non-alcoholic options are available. Ask which arrangements fit your guest count and duration, including choices for groups below the open-bar minimum.

Is a deposit required?

A $500 deposit is required to secure your event date and is applied toward your final balance. The deposit becomes nonrefundable one month before the event. Cancellations made one month or less before the event will forfeit the deposit. One month means one calendar month. This policy also applies to deposits paid within one calendar month of the event.

When are final numbers due?

Confirm the final headcount and menu-selection deadlines with Steve when arranging your event.

Can we discuss dietary needs?

Include dietary needs and allergies in your inquiry so the team can discuss menu options before you book.

Can we bring a celebration cake?

Professionally prepared celebration cakes are welcome. Cake service is $2 per guest and includes cutting and plating.

Is AV available?

Audiovisual amenities are available. Ask about the equipment and setup needed for your event before booking.

Check event availability

Tell us what you’re planning.

Share your preferred date, time, approximate guest count and occasion. Let us know whether you would like reserved group seating, a semi-private arrangement or exclusive use.

We’ll follow up with availability, food and beverage options, and a quote.

Prefer to talk? (773) 697-7762 or email Steve.

Check Event Availability

Tell us a little about your gathering. You do not need to choose a room.

You can also email Steve or call (773) 697-7762. An inquiry does not confirm availability or reserve an exclusive room.

A closer look

Dinner menu & planning details.

Explore the seated dinner menu

Hosts choose two starters, one salad, up to three entrée selections and one dessert. The package is $59 per guest, with a 20-guest minimum, plus tax and gratuity. Exclusive room use and enhancements are quoted separately.

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, seasoned crisp fries. Upgrade price confirmed with your quote.
  • Pesto Alfredo FettuccineBasil pesto cream, blistered tomatoes and Parmesan.
  • Mediterranean Harvest BowlHerbed couscous, roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, dried cranberries and lemon tahini.
* Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your chance of foodborne illness.
Deposit & cake service

A $500 deposit is required to secure your event date and is applied toward your final balance. The deposit becomes nonrefundable one month before the event. Cancellations made one month or less before the event will forfeit the deposit. One month means one calendar month. This policy also applies to deposits paid within one calendar month of the event.

Professionally prepared celebration cakes are welcome. Cake service is $2 per guest and includes cutting and plating.

To arrange a room visit, contact Steve.

Your occasion

Make it a gathering to remember.

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