Although deciding on a wedding venue can be quite a daunting task, having an idea of the number of guests can be the first step to narrowing things down. So if you're planning on keeping your nuptials small, here is our list of 5 intimate Chicago wedding venues perfect for just the selected (and important!) few.
1. TQ Experience
The TQ Experience located in Wicker Park can host up to 20 seated guests in its eclectic setting areas. This intimate Chicago wedding venue is known for its exposed brick, tall ceilings and art adored walls. It's the perfect space for the fun and dynamic couple that's looking for a wedding venue with more creative touches than your average venue. The TQ Experience is just for you if you are looking to get a very distinct feel for that special day.
Photos: TQ Experience
2. The Talbott Hotel
Just off lake shore drive on the gold coast, The Talbott Hotel offers an intimate Chicago wedding venue that's just right for your sleek and modern city wedding. The space can seat up to 50 guests and the hotel offers multiple packages to accommodate your needs. With their very extensive in house catering menu they are sure to have something for everyone.
Photos: Talbott Hotel
3. FireHouse Chicago
In the Edgewater neighborhood, the FireHouse Chicago is a renovated space from 1906. With its antique doors and lighting to give it a rustic vintage style, this intimate Chicago wedding venue is sure to fit your vision of a garden wedding within the city. This historic venue can seat up to 100 people and has a customizable floor plan that can be adjusted to what works best for your guests.
Photos: FireHouse Chicago
4. The Fulton West
The Fulton West located near West Town has a capacity of up to 70 guests. It's the perfect blank canvas to fit your wedding venue ideas to really make it your own space. Its metal beam ceilings and modern chandeliers give it an industrial chic look. This wedding venue is very budget friend and is equipped with energy-efficient lighting, reducing the environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices. The venue works with a network of vendors and partners to provide every couple with the best experience possible.
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5. The Lytle House
Located in the Edgewater neighborhood The Lytle House is where cozy and industrial meet. This intimate Chicago wedding venue can host up to 80 people. Its free flowing indoor-outdoor space, high ceiling, exposed brick, factory windows and original industrial features makes for a very unique city venue. Their most fun feature is the pull in accessibility for food trucks that is perfect for a fun addition to your wedding festivities.
Photos: Christopher Bradley Photography
How To Choose Your Intimate Chicago Wedding Venue
With so many beautiful intimate Chicago wedding venues to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down your list. Sit down with your fiancé and have a chat about what you're looking for in a wedding venue and what specifications, if any, can't be missing. If you can, go see the spaces in person to really get a feel of the land, check out the vibes and see if they are what you're expecting for your wedding day.
If you've decided to increase your guest list or maybe these aren't your stye, check out our blog for Chicago Wedding Venues For Every Bridal Aesthetic!
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