The Event Space at Uptown Taproom

Event Space in a Bar · Whole venue

  14 reviews  – 
1265 West Wilson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 –
Wilson (Loop-bound) (0.2 mi)
Up to 30
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Uptown Taproom has a full bar with an extensive craft beer draft list. The event space is adjacent to the taproom, and can hold up to 50 people.

Host your upcoming event at the Uptown Taproom and make it an unforgettable experience. Our chef has prepared a full-menu catering, perfect for any kind of social parties.

Prices

Sunday
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Per day
11:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Monday
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Per day
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Tuesday
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Per day
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Wednesday
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Per day
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Thursday
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Per day
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Friday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $350 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $350 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Saturday
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $350 hire fee per day
Per day
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $350 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing is based on day of the week. Please enquire for more information.
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

-no smoking within 15 feet of any entrance
-outside catering is not allowed
-no persons under 21 allowed after 8pm

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(14 reviews and ratings - )

MB
Matt B.
October 2024
Bar · 25 guests
Great venue, the food was excellent, and the service was good too. Would definitely recommend!
4.9
KB
Kevin B.
April 2024
Party · 20 guests
The space was great, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful throughout the entire experience, and the food was really good!
5.0
EM
Emily M.
November 2023
Party · 35 guests
Our party at Uptown Taproom worked out great! Very affordable, friendly staff, and our guests loved the food. We would use the venue again!
5.0
JS
Jessica S.
September 2023
Party · 50 guests
Space was great. Very reasonably priced and very accommodating staff. They were very friendly. Did everything we needed as well. A great community space.
4.6

Uptown Taproom is a #Supervenue

#Supervenue program is based on our customers' feedback and highlights venues that are most dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality, customer service and event experience. Read more
Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a day
Response rate: 97%

About Uptown Taproom

The Uptown Taproom offers an extensive selection of craft beers on draft. Chef Sam Stoddard has created a full menu with very creative appetizers.

At the Uptown Taproom, we’re all about community.

That’s why we love bringing hyper-local Chicago beer, beverages, and eats to our Uptown neighbors.

Let’s raise a glass together soon!

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