SOUTH LOOP · EVENT PLANNING
PRIVATE EVENTS IN THE SOUTH LOOP
Book the whole restaurant, bar and patio at Gino’s East South Loop, steps from the Museum Campus, Grant Park and McCormick Place. Up to 120 guests, deep dish pizza and a dedicated event coordinator.
Event space at a glance
- 120guests reception style
- 100seated for dinner
- 100%private buyouts, patio included
- $30per person food packages from
SOUTH LOOP
521 South Dearborn Chicago, IL 60605
Located in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago, this location is just a few blocks from the Museum Campus and in one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Chicago! With a beautiful, huge bar and a spacious dining room, this location is the event space of your dreams!
Located between several downtown college campuses, South Loop is perfect for corporate lunches, student gatherings, and staff catering!
Perfect for
- Corporate events, offsites and team building
- Rehearsal dinners and wedding welcome parties
- Birthday, graduation and milestone celebrations
- Holiday parties
- Conference and convention group dinners
- School groups and student trips
Amenities
- Entire restaurant and patio available as a private venue
- Patio seating
- Large full bar
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Dedicated event coordinator
- Professional management and event staff
- Prime downtown location
- Flexible floor plans
- Complimentary candle treatments
- Full audio/visual equipment
- Screens for presentations and slideshows, plus TVs for the game
- House music
- Customizations such as linen, displays and printed menus. If you have a vision, we will do our best to accommodate!
Nearby
- Museum Campus and Grant Park
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- McCormick Place
- Printers Row Historic District
- Hotel Blake and the Hilton Chicago on South Michigan Ave
CAPACITY
100 seated
120 reception style
EVENT PACKAGES
Per-person pricing, 15-guest minimum. Bar packages start at $27 per person for two hours. Pricing does not include a 6% event fee, 11.75% sales tax or gratuity.
| Package | Per person | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| The 1966 | $30 | Appetizer, salad, deep dish pizza, unlimited soft drinks |
| The Wells | $37 | Two appetizers, salad, pizza, homemade cookies, unlimited soft drinks |
| The Superior | $47 | Three appetizers, two salads, pasta, pizza, homemade cookies and brownies, unlimited soft drinks |
| Cocktail reception | $30–$35 | Four or five passed appetizers for two hours (private events) |
| Build Your Own Pizza party | $50 | Hands-on deep dish making plus a food package; 30-guest minimum |
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Gino's CATERING
Feeding a crowd? We’re ready to help with your catering order!
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Special Events Packages
Looking for a unique event experience? We offer a variety of packages perfect for any group! Explore the packages below and find one that fits your event and group.
EVENT FAQ
How many guests can Gino’s East South Loop host?
The South Loop restaurant seats 100 guests and hosts up to 120 reception style. For private parties and corporate events, the entire restaurant and patio can be reserved for your group.
Can we rent out the whole restaurant?
Yes. Gino’s East South Loop is available for full buyouts, including the dining rooms, bar and patio, for private parties and corporate events.
Is Gino’s East South Loop near McCormick Place?
Yes. We are at 521 S Dearborn St in Printers Row, a short trip from McCormick Place and walkable to the Museum Campus, Grant Park, Millennium Park and Soldier Field. That makes us an easy group dinner for conventions, conferences and game days.
How much does a private event cost?
Food packages start at $30 per person with a 15-guest minimum, and bar packages start at $27 per person for two hours. Pricing does not include a 6% event fee, 11.75% sales tax or gratuity. See the events packet for every package.
Do you host student and school groups?
Yes. Surrounded by downtown college campuses, the South Loop is a favorite for student gatherings, school trips and staff lunches. See our group packages for student options.
How do I book an event?
Use the on-site event request form with your date, group size and event type, call our group sales team at (312) 266-5421, or email groupsales@ginoseast.com. An event coordinator will follow up to plan the menu, layout and details.
Do you cater offices near the South Loop?
Yes. Our South Loop kitchen caters corporate lunches, meetings and staff events. See catering in downtown Chicago, the catering menu, or send a catering request.
Get theparty started
Tell us your date and group size and an event coordinator will be in touch, call group sales at (312) 266-5421, or email groupsales@ginoseast.com.