Parties
The Alston can tailor its spaces to fit any occasion and host groups of all sizes, from 6 to 600. It’s the perfect choice downtown for special occasions, business dinners and large celebrations.
Parties
At the Alston, private events are more than gatherings; they’re celebrations of life’s best moments, shared in the company of those you cherish most.
Whether planning an intimate dinner or full-venue celebration, The Alston offers a range of elegant spaces designed to impress. Set in the heart of the city within One Chicago, our French-inspired steakhouse features a year-round terrace, flexible dining rooms, and refined service tailored to your vision.
From corporate gatherings to birthdays, engagement parties, and beyond, our experienced events team is here to guide you through every detail – from menu planning to vendor coordination. Dinner packages start at $115 per guest.
Learn more about our packages or take a virtual tour of the spaces available.
The Cave
Seats 10 seated
Best for corporate dinners, intimate celebrations
Beyond the bar, behind a hidden door in our 5,000-bottle wine cellar, sits The Cellar Room — an exclusive dining space for eight where Michelin-starred artistry meets sommelier expertise.
The Gilded Room
Seats 20 seated, 30 reception
Best for seated dinners, dinner parties, birthdays
This bright, sunlight-drenched space is ideal for seated dinners, dinner parties, birthday celebrations or smaller corporate events, including product launches and pitch presentations. for networking or product launches.
Members Lounge
Seats 150 reception
Best for reception, private tastings, birthday parties, afterparties
Easily become the host with the most in this warm, elegant, exclusive room perfect for any larger social gathering: receptions, private tastings, birthday parties and afterparties.
Rose Window Terrace
Seats 60 seated, 150 reception
Best for seated dinners, cocktail receptions + dinner, showers, brunch events, cocktail parties
You and your guests will be able to see the skyline as you enjoy seated dinners, cocktail receptions, showers, brunch events or cocktail parties.
The Celestial Terrace
Seats 75 seated, 100 reception
Best for seated dinners, cocktail receptions + dinner, showers, brunch events, wedding receptions
Entertain on our all-season terrace that Chicago Planner magazine describes as “designed for year-round enjoyment” due to retractable windows and full temperature control.
Main Dining Room
Seats 200 seated, 300 reception
Best for large-scale seated dinners and receptions, weddings
Host holiday parties, nuptials and more with a restaurant buyout of our Great Gatsby-inspired space, equipped with video ceilings and walls announcing your milestone or brand. See why the Dean Banchet Awards honored The Alston for “Best Restaurant Design” as you and your guests dine on Michelin-star quality cuisine and a global array of wines and handcrafted cocktails.
Let Us Host Your Next Event
We would love the opportunity to assist you planning an incredible event at The Alston. Please contact our Special Events team by calling 312.548.2556 or completing the form below and one of our private dining managers will respond as soon as possible.
Event Request
Please fill out the form below to request information about hosting your event.
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Upcoming Event
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Banchet Awards Cluck & Bubbles
Sunday, August 23