PLEASE NOTE: The Waterfront Cafe does not accept reservations for parties less than 12 people.

GROUP RESERVATIONS

The Waterfront Café has the ability to host dining parties of 12 to 36 guests.  We can provide space by reserving our picnic tables and grouping them together, creating one or two long tables. Each picnic table can seat six people comfortably.

We do not have space to host larger events, nor do we rent out our facility for private events. 

GATHERING DATES & TIMES

Monday through Thursday: The Waterfront Café can reserve picnic tables (each seating 6 max) anytime during our operational hours of noon to 9pm.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sunday: Picnic tables can be reserved between Noon and 2:30 pm or 3 pm and 5:30 pm. (2.5 hour maximum dining limit). It is suggested that larger events begin at noon (before our lunch rush) or at 3pm to accommodate the most effective & prompt ordering & service. 

 Reservations for tables after 6pm on Friday or Saturday evenings are subject to availability & require special consideration for food ordering/beverage ordering.

FOOD & BEVERAGE ORDERING

The Waterfront Café is a counter service operation (no waitstaff) with a deli style kitchen. Guests place their orders inside and our food runners deliver the items in order they were received in the kitchen. We do not allow for any outside food or beverages to be consumed on our patio; with the exception of celebratory desserts. Once picnic tables are reserved and confirmed, hosts have three convenient ordering options for their guests. First, they can choose to run an open tab (with menu limitations decided by the host). Second, allow guests to order and pay individually at the counter when they arrive. Third, pre-order off the menu and pay in advance for the entire group's food and beverage selections.  The Waterfront Cafe requires a $10 minimum purchase per person for each reservation.

We also offer QR codes at each table where guests can order and pay for additional beverages only (this feature is not incorporated with running an open tab or ordering any food items).

All ordering shall be from our regular operational menu: www.waterfrontcafechicago.com. 

INCLEMENT WEATHER

The Waterfront Café only offers alfresco seating. For safety, we stop service (or remain closed) at the first sign of inclement weather. When planning an event with us, please be sure to have a Plan B available if the forecast is questionable leading up to the event. We do not collect deposits nor charge for table reservations. 

The Waterfront strives to provide a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests. If you have any questions or would like to make a group reservation, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Again, thank you for thinking of planning your event at The Waterfront Café!