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Fatpour Tap Works is the ideal event space for corporate events taking place near Chicago’s McCormick Place. With two floors of event space, full service bars, and restaurant specializing in polished casual tavern food, there’s no better venue for your post-tradeshow event, happy hour, or game day celebration near Soldier Field.
Fatpour is the spot where the TVs are big, the beer list is bigger, and the food steals the show. Our polished casual vibe is made for formal or informal celebrations: birthdays, game days, graduation dinners, surprise parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs, or any special event. With a table full of elevated tavern classics, ice-cold drafts, great service, and every play on the big screen, there’s no better place to toast your MVP.
Perfect for groups of 9 guests, all the way up to a 300-person venue buyout, Fatpour McCormick is ideally situated near the Soldier Field, Museum Campus, Hilton Garden Inn McCormick, Hyatt Regency, Hampton Inn, Marriot Marquis, and the Congress Plaza Hotel.
Event Spaces + Outdoor Patio Space
Main Floor Event Space
- Full service bar and restaurant with dedicated servers
- Outdoor patio space for a maximum of 75 guests cocktail-style
- Main floor and indoor bar fits a maximum of 125 guests cocktail-style
- 60 guests seated not including bar
- Perfect for pre-game events for any event at McCormick Place West, Solider Field and Wintrust Arena. (Bears games, Chicago Sky, Chicago Fire FC, concerts, conventions, trade shows)
- If you have any questions about seating capacities for a particular day, click the Inquire button below
2nd Floor Event Space
- Full service bar + servers
- Accommodates a maximum of 150 guests cocktail-style
- Available in sections or as an entire floor
- Multiple large flatscreen TVs and floor to ceiling windows
- Customizable floor plan
- Elevator
- Self Coat Check
- Hotel accommodations available upon request
- In-house DJs and built-in audio/video capabilities
- If you have any questions about seating capacities for a particular day, click the Inquire button below
Outdoor Patio Dining
- Across the street from Wintrust Arena and McCormick Place
- North + East Side dining areas
- Accommodates a maximum of 75 guests cocktail-style
- Perfect for post tradeshow events, conventions, or games and concerts at Wintrust Arena
- Weather permitting – talk to your event Sales Manager about adding indoor/outdoor space
- If you have any questions about seating capacities for a particular day, click the Inquire button below
Common questions related to booking and planning private events
How far in advance can you book an event?
You can book a party with us up to 12 months in advance. We recommend booking an event 4-6 weeks in advance if possible, but can always accommodate last-minute groups.
Can I rent out the entire venue or just a floor or one section?
Yes! Our event planners can guide you through the entire process, block of specific tables or areas, and even book your entertainment, DJ, or team-building activity.
Can we bring in outside food or a cake?
Yes! You can have your cake from a commercial bakery, but we do not allow outside food for private events
I am not quite sure what my per person budget is, should I still reach out to discuss options with an event planner?
Yes! Our event team has worked with just about any budget, and it’s always nice to know what your options are based on your group size or needs.
Can we have the sound on for a game for our group?
Depending on the date and space you book, you may also be able to have dedicated event sound. We suggest asking one of our event planners to know for sure.
What’s a semi-private event?
Semi-private events allow you and your guests to enjoy a vibrant atmosphere while sharing the space with other events and patrons. Our experienced team is dedicated to maintaining the distinction of your event and providing you with personalized service through dedicated staff.
What is the definition of a cocktail-style event?
Cocktail-style events feature a mix of seating and standing, rather than a formal sit-down dinner for every guest.
Testimonials from our past clients
“Everything was perfect. The staff were amazing.”
–Barry Walmsley
Travel & Play + Ryerson Soccer
“Everything was great – the service and food were all fantastic.”
-Scott Seger
Forth Group
“The event space, staff, and food were perfect.”
–Shasell Negron
Cancer Research Institute
The Food at Fatpour
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Interested in events at Fatpour McCormick?
Fatpour’s event space spans 2,000 square feet with customizable floor plans that can be configured for both private and semi-private gatherings. Amenities include full-service catering, integrated audio-visual, and hotel accommodations upon request. To get started, select your group size below, or call us at (312) 874-7419 to talk to an event planner now.
For Groups of 9-14
If you prefer to book a table without using Tripleseat, email us: info@fatpourmccormick.com
For Groups of 15+
Like our beers on tap, there’s always something new going on at Fatpour. Check out our upcoming events calendar.
