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Smack Dab Makes Event Planning Simple

Smack Dab offers curated event packages designed to make planning simple while still leaving room for customization. Whether you are hosting a weekday off-site meeting, an after-work mix and mingle, or a full weekend dinner celebration, we build experiences around great food, thoughtful service, and community impact.

We are a small, women-owned Chicago café rooted in hospitality and mission-driven work. That means every event package is designed with care, flexibility, and intention.

And if none of these packages are exactly what you need? We will build something that works for you.

Weekday Off-Site Meeting Package

Coffee, Sweets & Connection | Monday–Thursday Daytime

What’s Included

  • Private access to the space during reserved daytime hours

  • Freshly brewed coffee service

  • Assorted house-made pastries and sweets

  • Seasonal fruit or light savory add-ons

  • Wi-Fi access for presentations and collaboration

  • Custom seating layout based on meeting style

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Breakfast sandwiches or brunch platters

  • Gluten-free and vegetarian options

  • Branded signage or reserved seating areas

This package is ideal for companies within 5 to 10 miles of Smack Dab looking for an easy, memorable off-site experience that supports a local business.

Weekday After-Work Mix & Mingle

Cocktail Hour & Appetizers | Monday–Thursday Evenings

What’s Included

  • Exclusive evening access to the space

  • Beer and wine service

  • Signature cocktail options

  • Stationary appetizer selections

  • Light staffing support

Menu options may include:

  • Seasonal flatbreads

  • Elevated bar snacks

  • Shareable small plates

  • Vegetarian and gluten-free selections

This is a great fit for companies, associations, and creative teams that want a neighborhood-based venue for corporate events without the corporate feel.

We can scale food and beverage to match your budget and guest count while maintaining quality and intention.

Weekend Dinner & Bar Experience

Full Dinner Service with Bar | Friday, Saturday or Sunday Evening

What’s Included

  • Private evening rental of the full space

  • Curated multi-course dinner or buffet service

  • Full bar service including beer, wine, and specialty cocktails

  • Custom menu planning with our culinary team

  • Coordinated timeline support

Dinner service can be structured as:

  • Family-style sharing

  • Plated dinner

  • Buffet with service support

  • Appetizer-heavy reception-style evening

We work closely with you to build a menu that reflects your event’s tone. Whether you want bold Chicago-inspired flavors or a more refined dinner experience, we design it collaboratively.

Why Choose Smack Dab for Your Chicago Event?

Choose Smack Dab because your event should feel intentional from start to finish. Our chef-driven, Chicago-rooted food is crafted with care and built around your gathering, not pulled from a generic banquet menu. At the same time, every event supports our monthly free meals and neighborhood initiatives, so your dollars stay local and create real impact. As a small, mission-driven café, we design experiences that fit your goals, your guests, and your budget, making it easy to host something that feels both elevated and meaningful.

Eat Good. Do Good.  

Ready to Explore Your Event Package?

If you are searching for Chicago event packages for corporate gatherings, a private happy hour venue, an intimate dinner space, or a mission-driven event location that offers catering and private event packages under one roof, Smack Dab is built for you. 

Submit an event inquiry and tell us what you are planning. We will walk you through the options and design something that feels aligned, delicious, and impactful. At Smack Dab, you can Eat Good. Do Good. And host an event that truly means something.



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