EVENTS AT NIC + JUNIOR’S
private dining in chicago, redefined.
At Nic + Junior’s, we approach private events the same way we do nightly service—with creativity, intention, and a commitment to hospitality. Whether you’re planning an intimate seated dinner, a lively cocktail reception, or want to make the restaurant your own for the evening, every event is designed to feel personal, polished, and unforgettable.
Set just off the Chicago River in River North, our space is warm, layered with detail, and effortlessly stylish. It’s an intimate event venue perfect for groups who appreciate elevated food, thoughtful design, and smooth execution.
Event Options
We offer a range of event formats to suit your guest list and vision. Pricing is based on food and beverage minimums and tailored to your group size, timing, and vision.
Dining Room Buyout:
An ideal space for seated dinners or lively cocktail receptions. Perfect for family-style meals, tasting menus, or passed hors d’oeuvres – with the energy of the dining room all to yourself.
Full Restaurant Buyout:
For larger-scale gatherings, private events can be hosted across the full space, allowing for chef stations, curated buffets, or passed service. A seamless blend of indoor ambiance and open-air energy.
Intimate Gatherings:
For smaller groups or celebrations with 20 guests or fewer, our team specializes in creating bespoke, intimate experiences with custom menus and curated service.
Every event includes guidance from our in-house team – from menu development to layout and timing – ensuring a seamless and stylish experience from first inquiry to final pour.
Off-Site Catering
Looking to bring Nic + Junior’s to you?
Our catering services offer the same chef-driven quality and attention to detail as our in-house experiences. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner, a stylish corporate event, or a celebration at home, we’ll create a custom menu that travels beautifully and tastes even better. Available for select dates in Chicago.
A Culinary Collaboration
Let’s Plan Something Memorable
Our menus are seasonal, chef-driven, and fully customizable. From passed hors d’oeuvres to multi-course tastings, our culinary team draws from bold Brazilian and modern Italian flavors to create something that feels both familiar and unexpected.
Contact us or email [email protected] to start the conversation.
