The Grand Ballroom 4.6 out of 5.0 4.6/5.0
Chicago's premier full service wedding & reception venue on the South Side
6351 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
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773-324-0000
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Services: Ceremony & Reception Venue
Established: 2005
Employees: 35
Accepts:

 
About

Exclusive. Exquisite. Elegant. These are the words that every bride has in mind when dreaming of her wedding. They’re also the words everyone uses to describe The Grand Ballroom.

The Grand Ballroom is consistently recognized as the most beautiful and exclusive wedding venue on the South Side. World-class service, state-of-the-art equipment, and extraordinary dining are just a few of the qualities that will make your wedding everything you dreamed it would be.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Ceremony & Reception Venue
What service does your venue provide?
Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
 
What settings does your venue provide?
Indoor
 
Describe your venue:
Historic Site
 
Do you have onsite catering?
Yes
 
Do you allow outside catering?
No
 
Do you offer an on-site wedding consultant?
Yes
 
Do you offer valet parking?
Yes
 
Is there handicap access?
Yes
 
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture?
Our Facility is perfect for weddings and reception and equipped with a 50,000 watt sound system.
 
How does your venue determine the cost of the space?
Room rental and services, food, bar, linen, tax and gratuity. We have packages that are inclusive of these things.
 
Do you offer any special services?
We offer freshly prepared gourmet catering food service directly from the ovens to the plates to your tables.
 
Do you offer any special packages for rehearsal dinners?
We will custom design a package for your party.
 
Do you offer additional items for the ceremony?
We can customize the decorations from flowers to props based on your desire at additional cost.
 
Do you rent other items such as linens, tables, or flatware?
We rent equipment i.e. A/V, high boys, cocktail tables and other equipment upon request at additional cost.
 
What is your staff-to-guest ratio?
We staff 1 server for every 15 guests.
 
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors?
Yes, for catering only.
 
Do you require the client to use your musicians? If you do not require this, is that an additional fee to bring in one's own musicians?
No to both questions, however your hired vendor companies must provide a certificate of liability Insurance.
 
Do you have any special side rooms that can be rented out for the occasion?
Yes, we have a Bridal Suite.
 
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired?
No
 
How many power outlets does the venue have?
The venue is fully equipped with sufficient electrical outlets.
 
What restrictions (if any) on decorations?
Nothing can be attached or place on the walls of the facility. Any decorations other than flowers or votive candles must be approved by the facility.
 
What restrictions (if any) on photography?
You can use or hire your own photographer.
 
What restrictions (if any) on videography?
You can hire your own videographer.
 
What restrictions (if any) on music?
No music that contains lude lyrics.
 
What restrictions (if any) on attire?
Dress code is determined by the patron. However baseball caps cannot be worn while inside the facility.
 
What restrictions (if any) on noise levels?
The facility has the right to control noise level.
 
If your site is in a public location, is the client required to get any permits?
We are located in a public location and do not require permits.
 
Does your venue often accommodate more than one event at a time?
No. Only one wedding at a time.
 
Do you offer security, if requested?
Yes. Security is included for every event.
 
What is your dress code?
Appropriate dress is required.
 
Can you provide a coat check?
Yes
 
Describe your bathroom facilities:
We have male and female bathroom facilities with plenty of stalls.
 
Describe your parking facilities:
Our private parking facility has space for 54 vehicles. We have plenty of street parking and additional space in the rear of the facility.
 
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
705