Entourage
1301 American Lane
Schaumburg, IL 60173

ENTOURAGE, Schaumburg’s Premiere Restaurant is the ultimate place for all of your events. We specialize in business seminars, group luncheons, dinners, board meetings, birthday celebrations, retirement parties, anniversaries, weddings, baby showers and much much more!

With our teams expertise and our state of the art private dining areas, we can specifically create any type of event that best suits your needs. Our exceptional service combined with our eclectic, exhilarating ambiance will be the perfect location for your next event!

Our most Important Target Market is at Entourage?

Business seminars, corporate events, family reunions and gatherings, company holiday parties, group luncheons, dinners, board meetings, birthday celebrations, retirement parties, anniversaries, weddings, baby showers and much much more!

Entourage on American Lane is also perfect for:

Anniversary
Bachelor/Bachelorette
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Birthday Party
Bridal Shower
Company Meetings
Conventions/Conferences
Corporate Events
Fund Raiser
Graduation Party
Group Travel
High Schools
Non Profit Events
Private Party
Retirement Party
Reunions
Weddings

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Hereschicago.com features all of Chicago’s best Chicago restaurants for your upcoming holiday party. Whether you are seeking Chicago restaurants with indoor and outdoor rooftops venues and spaces for your next friends gathering, bachelor/bachelorette party, birthday party, anniversary, company party, corporate event, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, wedding, corporate holiday party and more. Great for groups, business meetings, client entertaining, private events and private dining.

View From The Top: Indoor and Outdoor Rooftop Venues

Visitors and locals to Chicago will agree about this fact: The city and surrounding communities are flat as the proverbial pancake. The prairie landscape shouldn’t hold back those who have lofty ideas for holding a party or other special event. In this sea-level, altitude-challenged metropolis, there are places that offer a view from the top.

Private clubs, like the Metropolitan Club in the Sears – make that – Willis Tower and the University Club on Monroe Street at Michigan Avenue, offer unparalleled views, facilities, cuisine and service. But these and others only allow members and guests the privilege of hosting events. Here are some venues that will give you and your guests a window to the world that is Chicago.

One private club does open its doors to non-members: The Mid-America Club on the 80th floor of the Aon Center at 200 E. Randolph St. Founded more than 40 years ago, the club boasts something others can’t match: A 360-degree view of the Chicago skyline and lakefront parks and attractions. Planners can host small receptions for 20 guests, a seated banquet for more than 600, or reception for 1,000. The club offers various private rooms and an expandable ballroom in its more than 8,000 square feet.

Perhaps the hottest new sky-high venue to come on line recently is the aptly-named ROOF, the lounge and party space taking up the 27th floor of the Wit Hotel at 201 N. State St. Lines to visit the high-rise venue stretched 30-plus deep this summer to make the scene at ROOF’s indoor and outdoor areas. Reserve this party location and have all 7,000 square feet for you and your guests. They’ll enjoy handcrafted drinks, food from an Italian-themed small plate menu and views of the Chicago River and beyond. ROOF will accommodate up to 150. Contact theWit Hotel

Long-time Chicagoans know the “grand dame” of vertical venues is the Signature Room at the 95th in the John Hancock Center, 875 N. Michigan Av. Known for fine food, romantic dinners, floor-to-ceiling windows and views that can bring in three surrounding states, the Signature Room also can be reserved for a wide range of events, from rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and weddings to themed parties, receptions and corporate dinners.

Want someplace a little more “down-to-earth?” Here are three locations that are, indeed, up on the roof, only a lot closer to the pavement than the aforementioned.

A stalwart on the Greek Town dining circuit, Pegasus at 130 S. Halsted St. opens its Veranda, a second-level outdoor space between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Guests can dine on Greek tapas-style cuisine and take in awesome views of the Chicago skyline. The space can be reserved for 20 to 80 people, depending on the day of the week.

The Rock Bottom Brewery anchors the southwest corner of Grand Avenue and State Streets. Along with various traditional style indoor party rooms, this brewery and casual restaurant offers a rooftop deck during summer months. The views include surrounding office buildings, but Rock Bottom is perhaps the only outdoor venue of its kind within the downtown area. Contact Rock Bottom Brewery

Out in west suburban Oak Park, the Avenue Ale House, 25 S. Oak Park Av., is a popular, spacious year-round restaurant and lounge for after work drinks, a great “pub” menu, live music and catching sports on huge plasma TVs. When the weather warms up, patrons often head upstairs to the only outdoor rooftop deck in the west suburbs. The views aren’t great, but the casual atmosphere, great food and drink make the Ale House a great option.

Visit our directory for a list of all of Chicago’s best indoor and outdoor rooftop venues and spaces for your next friends gathering, bachelor/bachelorette party, birthday party, anniversary, company party, corporate event, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, wedding, holiday party and more.

theWit Hotel
201 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Lose yourself in the vibrant epicenter of the Windy City at theWit, a Doubletree Hotel, the newest downtown Chicago boutique hotel. Located on historic State Street — in the heart of the revitalized theater and Loop business districts –, this all-new destination pulls the chair from underneath pomposity and seriousness … igniting the neighborhood with a new energy and spirit of fun. Relax in plush accommodations with breathtaking views of the Chicago River, the skyline, and Millennium Park. Take a short stroll and marvel at the city’s premier museums, cultural landmarks, and entertainment. Experience the allure and style of the Chicago Loop. Make theWit, a Doubletree Hotel, your shining star among downtown Chicago hotels.

Blending the amenities of a resort with the flair of a boutique hotel, theWit, a Doubletree Hotel, has brought a new energy and vitality to the downtown Chicago Loop. Striking design, unparalleled comfort, and remarkable services create a dramatic sensory experience.

Total Capacity of Venue:
300

Private or Semi Private Space Available:
Yes

Room Set at Capacity:
350 Theater Style

Contact theWit Hotel Chicago for your next meeting or event

Tasty Catering Ranked Number One Best Place to Work in Illinois Second Year in a Row

Tasty Catering has been named the number one Best Place to Work in Illinois in the small- to-medium category (25 to 249 employees) for the second year in a row. Selection is based on criteria developed by Best Companies Group, including employee surveys and interviews.
 
“Being named Best Place to Work in Illinois for a second year confirms that Tasty Catering is succeeding in its efforts to provide a superior work environment that values each and every team member,” said Larry Walter, Chief Operations Officer and cofounder, Tasty Catering. “We know that it is our people that make the difference in our ability to grow.”
 
Tasty Catering was competing with 19 other well deserving candidates for this number one spot, including Skender Construction, Assurance, Laurus Strategies, Quest Diagnostics, Delnor Hospital and Comcast.
 
Eugene Rios, Tasty Catering operations director and 17-year employee participated in the survey. “Tasty Catering offers its employees more than a job. We are empowered to deliver results that exceed our customers expectations.”
 
This Best Place to Work in Illinois ranking is one of many important honors that Tasty Catering has received recently. In January, the company was named 2008 Caterer of the Year by leading trade publication Catering magazine.

About Tasty Catering

Tasty Catering, a suburban-Chicago based corporate catering and event planning services company, has been exceeding the catering needs of Chicago area corporations and organizations for more than 20 years. Known for its commitment to excellence and attention to detail, Tasty Catering is built upon the single premise of providing its customers with exceptional service and quality. Tasty Catering customers include Cushman & Wakefield, Hamilton Partners, Sherman Hospital, University of Chicago, Comcast, RSM McGladrey, Cummins-Allison and Harris Bank. 
 
Tasty Catering, 2008 Caterer of the Year and the Best Place to Work in IL, is the “go-to” caterer for Chicago business. Tasty Catering is WINNER! 2008 NICE Awards — Best Catered Event under $10,000, Best Picnic and Best NICE Team Event. The company is also a winner of the 2008 Entrepreneurial Quest Award given by DePaul University’s Coleman Entrepreneurship Center. Tasty Catering is a Wall Street Journal Winning Workplaces Top Small Workplace and is listed on the Inc. 5,000 food and beverage category as one of the fastest growing companies in the Midwest.

Tasty Catering offers corporate catering with a wide menu selection for meetings, customer or employee events, training classes, open houses, tenant appreciation programs, company picnics, holiday parties or special events. We handle event planning and coordination. Our focus is on quality and service. Our goal is to make your job easier.

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Chicago Watercraft small boat custom cruises for northerly island concerts, bachelorette parties, corporate events, unique client outings, and more.  10 - 12 people on your own boat on Lake Michigan!

Enjoy a Northerly Island concert and hear a great show surrounded by all your conveniences of your CW party boat! It’s like Ravinia on the water. Why spend $100+ on tickets, parking, drinks? Listen to Your favorite music on the lake with spectacular views. Charter a CW party boat/yacht; use our caterer or BYO food and beverage. Spilt costs!

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The awards honor the dedication and creativity of event professionals who have earned the respect and admiration of their clients and peers. The award winners were selected through an online reader poll. The winner are:

Best Attraction – Navy Pier
Best Audio-Visual – The Meetinghouse Companies, Inc.
Best Banquet/Reception Venue – Tie between Galleria Marchetti and River East Art Center
Best Boats/Cruises/Charters - Kanan Cruises
Best Caterer – Blue Plate Catering
Best Conference Venue – Gleacher Center
Best Convention & Visitors Bureau – Chicago Convention & Visitors Bureau
Best Destination Management Company – On the Scene
Best Eco-Friendly Supplier – Greg Christian Catering and Events
Best Entertainment – Just for Fun Entertainment and Events, Inc.
Best Décor – Kehoe Designs
Best Florist – The Meetinghouse Companies, Inc.
Best Golf Resort – Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
Best Historic Venue – Chicago History Museum
Best Hotel with Meeting Space (less than 440 rooms) – The Blackstone Hotel
Best Hotel with Meeting Space (more than 440 rooms) – Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
Best Photography/Videography – Tie between Promax Productions and Studio T Photography
Best Rental Service – Classic Party Rentals
Best Teambuilding Facility/Organizer – Corporate Event Interactive
Best Transportation – Windy City Limousine
Best Unique Venue – Chicago Illuminating Company
Best Venue Outside Chicagoland – Pheasant Run Resort
Editor’s Pick Best Event Décor – Ivan Carlson & Associates
Editor’s Pick Best New Intimate Event Space – Vertigo Sky Lounge
Editor’s Pick Best Casino – Horseshoe Casino Hotel
Editor’s Pick Best Experimental Event Expert – Minding Your Business

New this year, Illinois Meetings + Events magazine recognized its first-ever Hall of Fame, chosen by the magazine’s editorial advisory board.

Lifetime Achievement – Bill Pry, Partner – BBJ Linen
Best Special Events Planner – Andrew Schorr, President and Principal – In the Loop
Best Meeting Professional – Kimberly LaBounty, President – Apex Management & Special Events Inc.
Best Up-and-Coming Meeting Professional – Justin Rhodes, Associate – Corporate Events for Jones Lang LaSalle, Chicago
Best Supplier – Jim Grillo, President – hereschicago.com
Best Up-and-Coming Supplier – Renee Barricklow, Event Producer – Kehoe Designs, Chicago

“We are pleased to recognize the outstanding contributions of these organizations and individuals to the meetings and events industry, which plays an important role in Illinois’s vitality and economy,” says Lauren Hurley, editor of Illinois Meetings + Events magazine.

Thank you to our event partners; Underground, The Meetinghouse Companies, Inc. and Classic Party Rentals.

Illinois Meetings + Events magazine is one of eight regional meetings and events magazines published by Tiger Oak Publications, headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn.  The idea-driven magazine focuses on the issues facing today’s meeting and event professionals in Illinois and beyond and looks to address all aspects of the industry through in-depth feature stories, insightful departments and helpful news and updates on tips and trends. For more information and to view photos from the event, visit www.ilmeetingsmag.com.

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the Mitchell Dental Spa is a full-service facility in Chicago’s Water Tower Place

Unlike other cosmetic dental offices which are only spas or salons in name, the Mitchell Dental Spa is a full-service facility offering dentistry along with massage, facials, and skin rejuvenation. Dental appointments include a complimentary 10 minute spa treatment, where clients can choose anything from a back massage to a lip hydration treatment.

I visited the the Mitchell Dental Spa for a teeth whitening, but as you can see in the following video, this is not your ordinary dental visit which most of us dread.  It was more like a one hour stress free vacation that would make anyone look forward to going to the dentist.

Here’s Chicago Presents Mitchell Dental Spa. A video By BMP. from Video that rocks. on Vimeo.

Sample their fully-stocked refreshment bar. Let one of their massage therapists knead the tension out of your neck and shoulders. Then lay back with your own private flat screen TV while Dr. Mitchell creates the smile of your dreams. 30-90 minute spa treatments are also available.

Mitchell Dental Spa
Water Tower Place
845 North Michigan Ave
Suite 922 East
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Phone: 312.642.1014
http://www.mitchelldentalspa.com/

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Cooking is an Art. We Make It a Party.  A unique culinary combination of a hands-on cooking experience and a pampered dinner party, Bespoke Cuisine’s Cooking Parties are a big hit with epicureans and beginners alike.

Bespoke Cuisine signature cooking parties are private social or corporate events, and are popular for for:

Chicago corporate team-building events
Chicago birthday parties & anniversaries
Chicago girls’ night out
Chicago showers and bachelorette parties
Chicago wedding rehearsal dinners
Chicago group dinner parties

Chefs from the Bespoke team lead groups through preparing a four-course meal. After the lesson, participants retreat to the loft-like dining room and enjoy being served the meal they created.

All through the lesson and meal, the team imparts tips, facts, and guidance about the food, methods and preparations used. It’s a fantastic opportunity to ask the experts and to learn the tricks of the trade.

Parties are held at Bespoke Cuisine’s location on Restaurant Row where clients have the opportunity to learn in a working commercial kitchen and then retire to the gracious dining room. In warm weather, our doors open onto Randolph Street for a wonderful city dining experience.

DETAILS

Pricing: $100 per person - includes instruction, 4-course meal, take away gift and recipe book, and soft drinks. Pricing for customized menus, including those involving a competition aspect, will be higher. Price does not include food tax or gratuities. A 50% deposit is required to secure the event.

Minimum/Maximum # of Guests: Minimum: 15 persons (20 pp in December); Maximum:
40 persons.

Dates/Times: Cooking Parties are held anytime in the afternoon or evening, based on availability. Parties usually start at 6:30pm and end at 10:00pm.

Take Aways & Attire: Each person leaves with a menu/recipe booklet and a customized tin box containing all the spices used during the evening. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing. Aprons are
provided to wear during the lesson.

Alcoholic Beverages: Bespoke Cuisine is BYOB. We would be happy to suggest wines, beers or other drinks to accompany your menu. Binny’s and Kafka Wine Co. are two vendors who will deliver your order to Bespoke for a $10 fee so we can pre-chill your selections and have your beverages set up when you and your guests arrive. If you plan to serve any beverages beyond beers or wines (e.g. mixed drinks) or if your event is 20 or more guests, you are required to add a Bespoke bartender at $100 flat-rate (not including gratuity).

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Gleacher Center Chicago Conference Center
450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, IL 60611
312-464-8787

The Gleacher Center was designed in collaboration with the Chicago Graduate School of Businesses world-class faculty to provide the best learning environment available.

Marriott Hotels & Resorts: Chicago Marriott Downtown Conference Center
540 N Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
312-836-0100

Certainly any hotel claiming a Magnificent Mile address should live up to its name. And after a $36 million total renovation, the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile achieves exactly that. Drawing from the context of the city itself – hustle and bustle balanced by the calming effects of natural elements – this newly transformed hotel offers a stunningly stylish, energetic and contemporary vibe. Here, business and entertainment intersect in a multidimensional setting that inspires guests to engage, relax, retreat, work and play.

The Meadows Club Conference Center
2950 W. Golf Road
Rolling Mdws, IL 60008
847 640 3200

The Meadows Club is fast gaining critical acclaim and recognition as North-west Chicago’s premier full service Convention and Banquet facility. Since its opening in May 2007, the facility has hosted several quality events- cultural, corporate, weddings and fundraisers. The state of the art technology, elegant décor, outstanding food and impeccable service has made it one of the most sought after venues in the Chicagoland area.

The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre
2401 West Higgins Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
847 884 7000

Located just minutes west of Woodfield Mall and in very close proximity to I90 at the Barrington Road exits, The Stonegate is the NW Suburbs premier conference and banquet facility featuring 17,000 sf of flexible function space highlighted by an 8,200 sf ballroom with 20 foot ceiling and a 3,600sf Lakeside Pavilion (tent). The availability of an in-house A/V company with on-site technician is a unique feature and provides a tremendous benefit to meeting/event planners.

Pheasant Run Resort & Spa
4051 East Main St.
St Charles, IL 60174
800 474 3272

Located at Chicago’s doorstep and within easy reach of O’Hare International and Midway Airports, the resort is set on 250 beautiful rolling acres in historic St. Charles. With 473 spacious guest rooms, fantastic entertainment options and more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and conference facilities, the resort is the perfect setting for corporate retreats, distinctive tradeshows, training sessions and conventions. With luxurious guest rooms, extensive meeting and conference facilities, exceptional entertainment and cuisine, two outstanding golf courses and a renowned spa, the resort is the perfect setting for a family vacation, weekend getaway, corporate retreat or exquisite wedding.

Catalyst Ranch Chicago Conference Center
656 W. Randolph
Ste. 3W
Chicago, IL 60661
312 207 1710
 
Catalyst Ranch is Chicago’s most inspiring and green venue for sparking creativity and innovation! We’re located in a vintage loft with high ceilings, lots of natural light and comfy furnishings. The 5 extra large rooms and 2 mini conference rooms delight and inspire meeting goers for corporate teams seeking innovative solutions to solve today’s business challenges. Escape from the everyday without leaving the city - take a retreat from your usual routine! One trip & you’ll be hooked. Voted “Best Unique Venue” by Illinois Meetings and Events.

Navy Pier Chicago Convention & Conference Center
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312 595 5053

The historical Grand Ballroom, Lakeview Terrace and Rooftop offer a unique backdrop for events up to 3,000 people. Navy Pier’s 170,000 square feet of flexible exhibit space along with 36 meeting rooms offer plenty of options for all types of events. All of this located on the lake front and minutes from downtown Chicago. A Chicago Convention Center and Conference Center.

DuPage Expo Center
4050 East Main St
St Charles, IL 60174
866 239 3976

Welcome to DuPage County’s Newest Exposition Center. Now Open for Trade Shows and Events in St. Charles, Illinois. Trade shows and events have found a spacious new home at the DuPage Expo Center.  With more than 23,000 sq. ft. of column-free carpeted space and acres of professionally maintained grounds, DuPage Expo is the perfect venue for trade shows, product launches, large meetings and special events.
                              
Located in St. Charles, Illinois, the expo center is less than an hour from Chicago, near all major airports and is located on the beautiful 300-acre campus of luxurious Pheasant Run Resort and Spa.  DuPage Expo is conveniently located on a major thoroughfare (Main Street/Route 64/North Avenue) with easy entry and exit.

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DuPage Expo Center, St. Charles Illinois Conference Center
Trade shows and events have found a spacious new home at the DuPage Expo Center. With more than 23,000 sq. ft. of column-free carpeted space and acres of professionally maintained grounds, DuPage Expo is the perfect venue for trade shows, product launches, large meetings and special events.

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Pheasant Run Resort & Spa, St. Charles, Illinois Conference Center
Located at Chicago’s doorstep and within easy reach of O’Hare International and Midway Airports, the resort is set on 250 beautiful rolling acres in historic St. Charles. With 473 spacious guest rooms, fantastic entertainment options and more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and conference facilities, the resort is the perfect setting for corporate retreats, distinctive tradeshows, training sessions and conventions. With luxurious guest rooms, extensive meeting and conference facilities, exceptional entertainment and cuisine, two outstanding golf courses and a renowned spa, the resort is the perfect setting for a family vacation, weekend getaway, corporate retreat or exquisite wedding.

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The Meadows Club, Rolling Meadows, Illinois Conference Center
The Meadows Club is fast gaining critical acclaim and recognition as North-west Chicago’s premier full service Convention and Banquet facility. Since its opening in May 2007, the facility has hosted several quality events- cultural, corporate, weddings and fundraisers. The state of the art technology, elegant décor, outstanding food and impeccable service has made it one of the most sought after venues in the Chicagoland area.

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Gleacher Center, Chicago, Illinois Conference Center
The Gleacher Center was designed in collaboration with the Chicago Graduate School of Businesses world-class faculty to provide the best learning environment available.

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Catalyst Ranch, Chicago, Illinois Conference Center
Catalyst Ranch is Chicago’s most inspiring and green venue for sparking creativity and innovation! We’re located in a vintage loft with high ceilings, lots of natural light and comfy furnishings. The 5 extra large rooms and 2 mini conference rooms delight and inspire meeting goers for corporate teams seeking innovative solutions to solve today’s business challenges. Escape from the everyday without leaving the city - take a retreat from your usual routine! One trip & you’ll be hooked. Voted “Best Unique Venue” by Illinois Meetings and Events.

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Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois Conference Center The historical Grand Ballroom, Lakeview Terrace and Rooftop offer a unique backdrop for events up to 3,000 people. Navy Pier’s 170,000 square feet of flexible exhibit space along with 36 meeting rooms offer plenty of options for all types of events. All of this located on the lake front and minutes from downtown Chicago. A Chicago Convention Center and Conference Center.

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The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre, Hoffman Estates, Ill Conference Center Located just minutes west of Woodfield Mall and in very close proximity to I90 at the Barrington Road exits, The Stonegate is the NW Suburbs premier conference and banquet facility featuring 17,000 sf of flexible function space highlighted by an 8,200 sf ballroom with 20 foot ceiling and a 3,600sf Lakeside Pavilion (tent). The availability of an in-house A/V company with on-site technician is a unique feature and provides a tremendous benefit to meeting/event planners

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