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From intimate power lunches to 300-guest venue buyouts, discover the Chicago Loop’s premier destination for live-fire dining and corporate entertaining.

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Private events at Kindling are more than just gatherings—they are dynamic experiences designed to leave a lasting impression. Whether you are planning an intimate executive dinner or a full-venue buyout, Kindling offers a striking, multi-level canvas for your vision.

Anchoring the ground floor of the iconic Willis Tower, our live-fire destination features a sprawling outdoor terrace, flexible private dining rooms, and an energetic second floor with iconic views of Franklin & Adams.

From high-stakes corporate receptions to milestone weekend celebrations, our dedicated events team will guide you through every detail with world-class hospitality, from custom wood-fired menu design to seamless vendor coordination. Dinner packages start at $115 per guest.

Dining Packages

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LUNCH PACKAGES
BUFFET PACKAGES
DINNER PACKAGES
DESSERT PACKAGES
BOXED LUNCHES
OFFICE & OFFSITE CATERING

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LIVE FIRE COOKING IN THE HEART OF CHICAGO

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Situated within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of the city. At the helm of the kitchen is James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of wood-fired cooking to our internationally inspired menu.

PASSED AND PLACED APPETIZERS 

select 6 for your guests to enjoy, passed and placed for 1.5 hours

  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS
    charred jalapeño, garlic, lime, scallion
    gf/df
  • WOOD FIRED STRIP STEAK
    pinch of steak salt
    gf
  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
    brown butter breadcrumbs, housemade pasta, red barn aged cheddar, local american cheese
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
    CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
    df
  • SEASONAL BURRATA
    seasonal vegetables, burrata, grilled bread
  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO
    lillie’s q bbq butter, burnt orange
    gf
  • CLASSIC SHRIMP COCKTAIL
    served with cocktail sauce
    gf/df
  • MINI CHATEL FARM’S ITALIAN BEEF
    caruso’s giardiniera, rotisserie au jus, wagyu suet-toasted roll
  • MINI ROTISSERIE CHICKEN POT PIE
    pomme puree, brown butter gravy
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
    corn off the cob, parmigiano reggiano, tajin
  • SAKE AAA TUNA
    saku gold aaa tuna, seasonal preparation (+6pp)
  • SEASONAL HAMACHI
    hawaiian yellowtail, seasonal preparation (+6pp)
  • LOLLIPOP LAMB CHOPS
    (+6pp)
  • MINI MAINE LOBSTER ROLL
    fresh herbs, butter toasted bun (+18pp)

GARDEN STATIONS & PLATTERS

substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
    torn mint, thai essence
    serves 10-12 guests

    df _ 95

  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS
    charred jalapeño, garlic, lime scallion
    serves 10-12 guests

    gf/df _ 130

  • NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN TENDERS
    served with charred onion ranch
    15 tenders per platter

    _ 115

  • PLAIN CHICKEN TENDERS
    served with lillie’s q bbq sauce
    15 tenders per platter

    _ 115

  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO
    lillie’s q bbq butter, burnt orange
    serves 10-12 guests

    gf _ 85

  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
    wood fired chicken, black beans, chipotle lime crema
    serves 10-12 guests

    _ 105

  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE
    wood fired chicken, black beans, chipotle lime crema
    serves 10-12 guests

    gf _ 80

  • HOUSE CHIPS JULIA CHILD STYLE
    beef suet, seasoned with apple cider vinegar,
    served with charred onion ranch
    serves 10-12 guests

    gf _ 80

  • MINI MAINE LOBSTER ROLL
    fresh herbs, butter toasted bun

    _ 25ea

  • MINI CHATEL FARM’S ITALIAN BEEF
    caruso’s giardiniera, rotisserie au jus,
    wagyu suet-toasted roll
    _ 15ea
  • HUMMUS & CRUDITÉ PLATTER
    housemade hummus, seasonal vegetables,
    served with fresh pita
    serves 10-12 guests
    gf/df _ 150
  • SEASONAL BURRATA
    seasonal vegetables, burrata,
    grilled bread
    12 pieces per platter

    _ 115

  • CHEESE PLATTER
    chef’s selection of three cheeses,
    fruit, jam, nuts, crackers
    small serves 10-12 guests
    large serves 15-20 guests

    _ 150 | _ 300

  • FRUIT PLATTER
    seasonal fresh fruit
    small serves 10-12 guests
    large serves 15-20 guests

    df _ 100 / _ 200

  • SHRIMP COCKTAIL PLATTER
    cocktail sauce,
    30 pieces _100

    gf/df | 60 pieces _ 200

  • SEAFOOD TOWER
    30 shrimp cocktail
    30 oysters on the half shell
    cocktail sauce, pink peppercorn,
    champagne mignonette

    gf df SMALL _ 200

  • SEAFOOD TOWER
    60 shrimp cocktail
    60 oysters on the half shell
    cocktail sauce, pink peppercorn,
    champagne mignonette

    gf df LARGE _ 400

  • SIGNATURE SEAFOOD TOWER
    jumbo tomahawk prawns, seasonal oysters,
    cold water lobster tail, salsa matcha butter, burnt lemon
    serves 4-6 guests

    _ 185

gf _ gluten free | df _ dairy free

ACTION STATIONS & RAW BAR 

  • PASTA STATION
    _ 35pp | Chef Attended _150 per Chef | Minimum of 25 Guests
  • *Only offered as an add-on to another food package.
    Housemade copper extruded pasta, tossed with one of our signature sauces & toppings.
    CHOOSE 1 PASTA:
  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
    brown butter breadcrumbs, housemade pasta,red barn 5-yr cheddar, local american cheese
    (add rotisserie chicken for additional _ 5pp)
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA

    housemade pasta, tomato passato, fresh basil butter, breadcrumbs, aged parmesan
    (add rotisserie chicken for additional _ 5pp)

  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
    luxurious classic sauce, parmigiano reggiano, basil
    (add rotisserie chicken for additional _ 5pp)
  • CARVING STATION
    _ 95pp | Chef Attended _150 per Chef | Minimum of 25 Guests
  • ROTISSERIE PRIME RIB

    Served with housemade horseradish cream sauce

  • PRIME SELECT CUTS OF WOOD FIRED STEAK

    Topped with housemade steak salt

  • SIDES – CHOOSE 3

  • MASHED POTATOES: brown butter gravy served on the side

  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO: lillie’s q bbq butter, burnt orange

  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI: roasted sweet peppers, garlic, lemon, brodo, parmesan

  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS:  torn mint, thai chili sauce

  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE: corn oœ the cob, parmigiano reggiano, tajin

  • RAW BAR STATION
    _ 95pp | Chef Attended _150 per Chef | Minimum of 25 Guests
  • CHILLED LOBSTER TAILS

    served with lemon

  • SHRIMP COCKTAIL

    served with housemade cocktail sauce & lemon

  • OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL

    chef’s selection, served with pink peppercorn & champagne mignonette

  • SEASONAL HAMACHI PRESENTATION

    hawaiian yellowtail, seasonal preparation

EXPRESS LUNCH PACKAGE

_ 40 per person
plated & family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • STARTERS

    _ for guests to share

  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
  • ENTREES

    _ select 6 for guests to choose 1 onsite

SALADS & BOWLS

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • HEARTH BOWL df
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df (add 12 pp)

GRILLED SKEWERS _ add a grilled skewer to any salad or bowl

  • CHICKEN THIGH gf/df (add 5 pp)
  • SALMON SHASHLIK gf/df (add 10 pp)
  • BEEF TENDERLOIN gf/df (add 12 pp)

THE HANDHELDS

  • CHATEL FARM’S ITALIAN BEEF
  • SUPER BAJA GRILLED CHICKEN CLUB
  • NOT A SMASH BURGER
  • MAINE LOBSTER ROLL (add 15 pp)

VIBES LUNCH PACKAGE

_ 70 per person
plated & family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • HEARTH BOWL df
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df (add 12 pp)
  • ENTREES

    _ select 4 for guests to choose 1 onsite

  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • HEARTH BOWL df
  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON df
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • STEAK FRITES* df
  • FILET* 8OZ (add 7 pp)
  • FILET “MRS O’LEARY” 8OZ (add 7 pp)
  • SIDES

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • MASHED POTATOES
  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE gf
  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO gf
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

IGNITE BUFFET PACKAGE

_ 70 per person
served plated and family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • ENTREES

    _ select 4 for guests to choose 1 onsite

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN (+ ROTISSERIE CHICKEN _ add 5 pp)
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • BISTRO STEAK df
  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON df
  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • SIDES

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MASHED POTATOES
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

BLAZE BUFFET PACKAGE

_ 90 per person
plated & replenished as needed for 2 hours, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • HOUSE SALAD df/gf
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • PASTAS

    _ select 2 for guests to choose 1 onsite

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • ENTREES

    _ select 3 for guests to choose 1 onsite

  • BISTO STEAK df (MAKE STEAK FRITES _ add 3 pp)
  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON df
  • SIDES

    _ select 3 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MASHED POTATOES
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

SPARK DINNER PACKAGE

_ 90 per person
served plated and family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • STARTERS

    _ select 2 for guests to share

  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO gf
  • SEASONAL BURRATA
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS gf/df
  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • HOUSE SALAD df/gf
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df (add 12 pp)
  • ENTREES

    _ select 2 for your guests to choose from, plated individually

  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • SIDES

    _ select 3 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • MASHED POTATOES
  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE gf
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

EMBER DINNER PACKAGE

_ 95 per person
served plated and family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • STARTERS

    _ select 2 for guests to share

  • CHATEL FARMS ITALIAN BEEF
  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS gf/df
  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO gf
  • SEASONAL BURRATA
  • WOOD FIRED OYSTERS
    (select 2: hillbilly riviera style – oyster maplefeller – bone marrow buttered – oyster royale (add _3)
  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • HOUSE SALAD df/gf
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df (add 12 pp)
  • ENTREES

    _ select 2 for your guests to choose from, plated individually

  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • STEAK FRITES* gf
  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON* df
  • SIDES

    _ select 3 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • MASHED POTATOES
  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE gf
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

HEARTH OF CHICAGO DINNER PACKAGE

_ 90 per person
served plated and family style, substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

  • STARTERS

    _ select 3 for guests to share

  • CHATEL FARMS ITALIAN BEEF
  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS gf/df
  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS df
  • “TWICE COOKED” SWEET POTATO gf
  • SEASONAL BURRATA
  • SHRIMP COCKTAIL
  • OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
  • WOOD FIRED OYSTERS
    (select 2: hillbilly riviera style – oyster maplefeller – bone marrow buttered – oyster royale (add _3)
  • SALADS

    _ select 2 for guests to enjoy family style

  • CAESAR
  • GREEKTOWN
  • HOUSE SALAD df/gf
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df (add 12 pp)
  • ENTREES

    _ select 3 for your guests to choose from, plated individually

  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
  • RIGATONI ALLA VODKA
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON* df
  • BRINE + HERB MARINATED ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
  • FILET 8OZ gf
  • FILET “MRS O’LEARY” 8OZ
  • RIBEYE 16OZ gf (add 23 pp)
  • NY STRIP* 16OZ (add 14 pp)
  • LOBSTER TAIL gf (add 15 pp)
  • COLORADO LAMB CHOPS gf (add 23 pp)
  • JUMBO SEA SCALLOPS gf (add 9 pp)
  • SIDES

    _ select 3 for guests to enjoy family style

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI gf
  • MASHED POTATOES
  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE gf
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
  • WOOD FIRED WILD MUSHROOMS
  • DESSERTS
  • CHEF’S SELECTION OF SIGNATURE DESSERT

SIGNATURE SWEETS

  • LEMON TART
    vanilla tart filled with lemon curd and toasted meringue
  • S’MORES CAKE BAR
    italian meringue marshmallow, luxe chocolate bar, graham cracker crust
  • CLASSIC CRÈME BRULEE
    vanilla bean whipped cream, seasonal fruit
  • CHOCOLATE POT DE CRÈME
    dark chocolate mousse, oreo crumb, brownie bites, vanilla bean whipped cream
A signature wood-fired s'mores dessert in a cast-iron skillet resting on wood chips, served alongside a tall custom buttercream cake and a pitcher of chocolate sauce for a private event at Kindling Chicago.

SWEETS BY WEST TOWN BAKERY

one flavor per dozen, multiple options available (ask your sales rep for more info)
  • MINI CAKEBALLS _ 25 per dozen
    red velvet | triple chocolate vg | french toast | vanilla sprinkle | chocolate sprinkle vg | chocolate chip vg | lemon almond | chocolate peanut
  • MINI COOKIES _ 36 per dozen
    chocolate chip vg | snickerdoodle vg | oatmeal raisin | m&m | strawberry almond | peanut butter white chocolate chip
  • MINI CUPCAKES _ 36 per dozen
    vanilla/vanilla | chocolate/chocolate vg | vanilla/chocolate | salted caramel | carrot/cream cheese | red velvet | chocolate/peanut butter | gf vanilla/vanilla _ add 6 | gf chocolate/chocolate _ add 6
  • MINI TARTS _ 60 per dozen
    opera | lemon | chocolate caramel | seasonal fruit
  • MINI CHEESECAKE BITES _ 55 per dozen
    plain | chocolate chip | seasonal fruit
  • BROWNIE BITES _ 115 per tray (108 bites per tray)
    old fashioned | gf old fashioned _ add 5
  • RICE KRISPIE BITES _ 60 per tray (36 bites per tray)
    regular | fruity pebble
  • MACARONS _60 per dozen
    chocolate | red velvet | birthday cake | chocolate mint | peanut butter and jelly
  • DOUGHNUTS _ 60 per dozen
    vanilla sprinkle | chocolate sprinkle | homer sprinkle | old fashioned vanilla cake | chris-p-creme | co˜ee | apple cider | samoa | red velvet cake

OFFICE BOXED LUNCHES

from the garden

  • SALADS

    served chopped with dressing on the side, includes a cookie
    add a grilled chicken breast for additional _8

  • CAESAR _ 18.95
    farm egg bottarga, parmesan, baby gem, crispy shallot, wtb breadcrumbs
  • GREEKTOWN _ 17.50
    mighty vine tomato, kalamata olives, little gem, marinated feta, cucumber, imported oregano, wtb croutons
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED _ 20
    charred corn, carlson farms black bean, avocado, pico de rooster, hard cooked egg, crispy masa tortilla, cumin dressing
  • HEARTH BOWL _ 20
    quinoa, farro, wild rice, broccolini, edamame, crispy beluga lentil, roasted sweet pepper, japanese sweet potato, preserved lemon vinaigrette

a delicious take on the classics

  • HANDHELDS

    includes chips and a cookie

  • MINI MAINE LOBSTER ROLL _ 45
    fresh herbs and lemon, “poorman’s espelette”, butter toasted brioche
  • CHATEL FARM’S ITALIAN BEEF _ 30
    caruso’s giardiniera, rôtisserie au jus, wagyu suet-toasted roll
  • WOOD FIRED BURGER _ 27.50
    brisket blend, iceberg lettuce, onion, pickles, secret sauce, american cheese, martin’s potato bun
  • SUPER BAJA CHICKEN CLUB _ 23.95
    nueske’s bacon, iceberg lettuce, avocado, mighty vine tomato, cilantro salsa verde

copper extruded, made in house

  • FRESH PASTA

    includes a cookie

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN _ 21.50
    brown butter breadcrumbs, red barn aged cheddar, local american cheese
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA _ 25
    tomato passato, fresh basil butter, breadcrumbs, aged parmesan

PICNIC OFF-SITE CATERING

substitutions available upon request, additional cost may apply

from the garden

  • SALADS

    _ small (serves 10 guests) / large (serves 20 guests)

  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD gf/df _ 232 / 464
  • HEARTH BOWL df _ 128 / 256
  • CAESAR _ 120 / 240
  • GREEKTOWN _ 112 / 240
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST CHOPPED gf _ 120 / 240
  • HOUSE SALAD gf/df _ 100 / 200

bamboo skewers

  • GRILLED SKEWERS

    _half pan 25 skewers
    served with pita, cabbage slaw, sauce, and chips

  • BEEF TENDERLOIN gf/df _ 600
  • CHICKEN THIGH gf/df _ 475
  • SHRIMP SHISHLIK gf/df _ 600
World Famous Confit Chicken Wings

bamboo skewers

  • HANDHELDS

    _small (serves 10 guests)_large (serves 20 guests)

  • MINI MAINE LOBSTER ROLL _ 165 / 330 (1/2 roll pp)
  • CHATEL FARM’S ITALIAN BEEF _ 124 / 240 (1/2 sandwich pp)

copper extruded, made in house

  • FRESH PASTA

    half pan (serves 10 guests)
    served with extra sauce on the side

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN _ 160
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA _ 190

wood-fired

  • ENTREES

    small (serves 12 guests) large (serves 24 guests)

  • ROTISSERIE CHICKEN _ 240 / 480
  • 8OZ FILET “MRS O’LEARY” _ 590 / 1180
  • CEDAR GRILLED SALMON _ 320 / 640

great for sharing

  • VEGETABLES

    half pan (serves 10 guests)

  • TWICE COOKED SWEET POTATO _75
  • OAKWOOD FIRED BROCCOLINI _80
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS _60
  • MASHED POTATOES _70
  • HOUSE CHIPS JULIA CHILD STYLE _50

PLATED OFF-SITE CATERING

FAMILY STYLE LUNCH OR DINNER _70pp
  • SALADS & STARTERS
    served family style, select 2
  • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
    torn mint, thai essence
  • WORLD FAMOUS CONFIT CHICKEN WINGS
    a la plancha, charred jalapeño, garlic, lime, scallion
  • CHARCOAL TOASTED QUESADILLA
    wood fired chicken, black beans, chipotle crema (can be made vegetarian)
  • HEARTH BOWL
    quinoa, farro, wild rice, broccolini, edamame, crispy beluga lentil, roasted sweet pepper, japanese sweet potato, preserved lemon vinaigrette
  • CAESAR SALAD
    farm egg bottarga, parmesan, crunchy bread crumbs, black pepper
  • GREEKTOWN SALAD
    mighty vine tomato, roasted olives, marinated feta, romaine, cucumber, imported oregano
  • CHIPOTLE SOUTHWEST SALAD
    charred corn, carlson farms black bean, avocado, pico de rooster, hard cooked egg, crispy masa tortilla, cumin dressing
  • HOUSE SALAD
    gem lettuce, fine herbs, preserved lemon vinaigrette
  • BLUE CHIP CHOP SALAD
    ahi tuna, yellow tail, blue crab, spicy louie dressing, gem lettuce
    (plus 12pp)

copper extruded, made in house

  • FRESH PASTA

    half pan (serves 10 guests)
    served with extra sauce on the side

  • MAC ‘N CHEESE GRATIN _ 160
  • PASTA DELLA NONNA _ 190

wood-fired

  • ENTREES

    small (serves 12 guests) large (serves 24 guests)

  • PASTA DELLA NONNA
    tomato passato, fresh basil butter, breadcrumbs, aged parmesan
  • RIGATONI ALA VODKA
    luxurious classic sauce, parmigiano reggiano, basi
  • BRINE MARINATED ROASTED CHICKEN HALF DRESSED
    mashed potatoes & chicken jus
  • BISTRO STEAK
    salsa verde
  • FILET MIGNON plus _7pp
  • FILET MIGNON O’LEARY plus _7pp
  • 16oz NEW YORK STRIP STEAK plus _15pp
  • 16oz DOWNTOWN RIBEYE plus _15pp

great for sharing

  • SIDES

    served family style, select 2

  • MASHED POTATOES
    brown butter gravy
  • FRENCH FRIES JULIA CHILD STYLE
    beef suet, “giardinieraioli”, heinz 57 ketchup
  • WOOD FIRED ELOTE
    corn oŸ the cob, parmigiano reggiano, tajin
  • MAC ’N CHEESE GRATIN
    brown butter breadcrumbs, torcchio pasta, red barn 5-yr cheddar, local american cheese
  • TWICE COOKED SWEET POTATO
    lillie’s q bbq butter, burnt orange

EVENT SPACES

Explore the Loop’s premier canvas for corporate entertaining and private celebrations. Featuring multi-level event spaces, sprawling outdoor terraces, and intimate private dining rooms inside the Willis Tower, view our floor plan below to seamlessly map out your next gathering.

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The First Level

The Birch Room, an intimate private dining space at Kindling Chicago, featuring a long wooden boardroom table, plush orange velvet chairs, birch tree wallpaper, and floor-to-ceiling windows looking out to Franklin Street.

The Birch Room

Private boardroom that can accommodate 10-12 guests for a meeting, seated lunch or dinner. Includes floor to ceiling windows that look out to Franklin Street with curtains that can be closed and a 65” flatscreen TV with AV capabilities.

👤 Capacity: 10-12 Guests (Seated)

📺 Tech: 65” Flatscreen TV & Full AV Capabilities

🏙️ Vibe: Floor-to-ceiling windows, privacy curtains, Franklin St. views

🍽️ Perfect For: Executive board meetings, intimate power lunches, and VIP dinners

An intimate private dining booth, "The Spark," at Kindling Chicago, featuring a curved gray banquette, integrated planter lights, and a table meticulously set for an elegant, formal dinner for four, with a central contained live-fire hearth (Spark).

The Spark

Semi-private booth located in “The Hearth” that can accommodate 7 guests for a seated dinner with views into our live fire kitchen.

👥 Capacity: 4-6 Guests (Seated)

🔥 Key Feature: Private view of the Hearth where our culinary team prepares food for the entire restaurant on our 13 foot live fire grill.

🍽️ Perfect For: Foodies, intimate anniversary parties, milestone birthday lunches, and unique culinary experiences.

🏙️ Vibe: Warm, immersive, and ultra-private, featuring integrated planter lights and cascading vines.

Chef Jonathon Sawyer, wearing black gloves and his patched apron, carves a large wood-fired tomahawk steak on a wooden board at Kindling Chicago's interactive hearth, surrounded by smiling guests holding cocktails.

The Hearth

Semi-private space that includes The Kitchen Counter, The Spark, and The Flame. Accommodates 20-30 guests reception style.

🔥 Interactive Chef Access: Let our culinary team host your group directly at the hearth.

👨‍🍳 Customized Culinary Story: Collaborate on a curated menu that tells your company’s story or celebrates a milestone using signature live-fire dishes.

🎉 Immersion without Disruption: Receive personalized service while remaining part of Kindling’s high-energy atmosphere. An upfront and personal show at one of Chicago’s most exciting dining destinations.

The Flame semi-private dining booth at Kindling Chicago, featuring a curved orange banquette and a round wooden table elegantly set for four around a dramatic tabletop fire feature and crystal wine glasses.

THE FLAME

Semi-private booth located in “The Hearth” that can accommodate 4 guests for a seated dinner with views into our live fire kitchen.

👥 Capacity: 4 Guests (Seated)

🔥 Key Feature: Dramatic tabletop fire element with direct sightlines into the live-fire show kitchen.

🍽️ Perfect For: High-stakes client dinners, executive meetings, and VIP double dates.

🏙️ Vibe: Energetic and immersive, offering a semi-private feel while remaining connected to the restaurant’s vibrant atmosphere.

A vibrant high-angle photograph looking down upon a massive, crowded cocktail reception at Kindling Chicago during a first-floor buyout, featuring a branded floral backdrop, a bustling long bar, and tray-passed appetizers being served to guests in the Loop.

FIRST FLOOR BUYOUT

Semi-private space that can accommodate 150 guests reception style. Includes the lower level bar, The Hearth with our live fire kitchen, two entrances (Franklin Street and from the Willis Tower-Franklin Street lobby), and separate restrooms.

Capacity: Up to 150 Guests (Reception Style)

🔑 Space Includes: Lower Level Bar, The Hearth (Live Fire Kitchen Views and Culinary Stations)

🚪 Access: Dual entrances (Franklin Street, Adams Street, & Willis Tower Lobby)

🚻 Facilities: Separate, dedicated restrooms for your group. A/V capabilities and more. Tailor our restaurant for your perfect event.

🎉 Perfect For: Large-scale corporate mixers, high-energy holiday parties, and high-volume networking events.

The Second Level

The Outlook semi-private event space at Kindling Chicago, featuring an expansive illuminated second-floor bar, woven barstools, and a striking red rope ceiling installation with views of Adams and Franklin streets.

THE OUTLOOK

Semi-private space that can accommodate 40 guests reception style. Includes a portion of the 2nd floor bar, TVs, looks out to Adams and Franklin Streets and down to the lower level.

👥 Capacity: 40 Guests (Reception Style)

🍸 Space Includes: Dedicated portion of the 2nd-floor bar.

📺 Tech: Integrated TVs, perfect for branding or casual watch parties.

🏙️ Vibe: High-energy and connected. Features street-level views of Adams & Franklin, plus a balcony-style view overlooking the main dining room and bar on the lower level.

🥂 Perfect For: Mid-sized corporate happy hours, networking mixers, and team celebrations.

Wide-angle photograph of The Grant Park Room at Kindling Chicago, set for a standing cocktail reception, featuring many standing high-top tables with candles and flowers, a clear 75" TV, and views of Franklin Street.

GRANT PARK

Semi-private space that can accommodate 60 guests reception style and 40 guests seated. Floor to ceiling windows that look out to Franklin Street. Includes a 75” flatscreen TV with AV capabilities and curtains for privacy.

👥 Capacity: 60 Guests (Reception Style) / 40 Guests (Seated)

🔑 Space: Flexible, fully private room with distinct geometric plaid wall and urban views of Franklin Street.

🚪 Privacy: Fully enclosed space with full privacy curtains for windows.

📺 Tech: Integrated 75” flatscreen TV with full AV capabilities.

🚻 Facilities: Dedicated private restrooms within the room.

🎉 Perfect For: High-stakes corporate cocktail receptions, exclusive networking mixers, board dinners, and large-scale interactive group events.

The Jackson Park semi-private event space at Kindling Chicago, featuring a light wood shuffleboard table, a glass-topped foosball table, and window bar seating with red stools overlooking the Willis Tower lobby.

JACKSON PARK

JACKSON PARK Semi-private space that can accommodate 50 guests reception style. Floor to ceiling windows that look out to the Willis Tower Franklin Street lobby. Includes two foosball tables, two shu€eboard tables, and three 65” TVs.

👥 Capacity: Up to 50 Guests (Reception Style)

🎮 Built-in Entertainment: Features twin foosball setups and two premier shuffleboard stations.

🏙️ Vibe & Views: High-energy and interactive, boasting soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that look directly into the iconic Willis Tower Franklin Street lobby.

📺 Tech: Three massive 65” TVs for sports viewing, presentations, or branding.

🎉 Perfect For: Interactive corporate mixers, team-building events, viewing parties, and vibrant social receptions.

A sweeping video tour of the combined Grant Park and Jackson Park event spaces at Kindling Chicago, transitioning seamlessly from a vibrant, semi-private dining room into an interactive game lounge with shuffleboard and foosball.

JACKSON PARK + GRANT PARK

Maximize your footprint. Combine our premier second-floor spaces to seamlessly transition your guests from an exclusive dinner or presentation straight into a high-energy game lounge.

👥 Capacity: Up to 110 Guests (Reception Style)

🔑 The Space: A massive, dual-zone second-floor footprint combining a formal dining/presentation room with an interactive, high-energy game lounge.

🎮 Built-in Entertainment: Two premier shuffleboard stations and twin foosball setups.

🏙️ Vibe & Views: Dual vantage points featuring soaring floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook both Franklin Street and the Willis Tower lobby.

📺 Tech: Fully equipped with four screens (one 75” AV-capable TV and three 65” TVs) for presentations, branding, or sports viewing.

🎉 Perfect For: All-day corporate offsites, large-scale team building, holiday parties, and events requiring both a “dinner” and a “party” phase.

Two adjacent U-shaped semi-private dining booths, Humboldt Park and Garfield Park, at Kindling Chicago, featuring rust-orange banquettes, light wood tables, a colorful geometric plaid wall mural, and a red rope privacy divider.

HUMBOLDT & GARFIELD PARK

Humboldt & Garfield Park Booths | Nestled in “The Heart” of the restaurant. Book these vibrant, U-shaped booths individually for intimate gatherings of 8, or reserve them together for a side-by-side VIP experience for up to 16 guests.

👥 Capacity: 8 Guests per booth (16 Guests when reserved together).

🔑 The Space: Two adjacent, deep U-shaped banquettes separated by a stylish red rope architectural divider.

📍 Location: Situated in “The Heart” of the restaurant, offering a tucked-away feel that is still plugged into the high-energy atmosphere of the main floor.

🏙️ Vibe: Cozy, vibrant, and highly stylized, featuring our signature geometric plaid mural and warm wood accents.

🥂 Perfect For: Intimate team lunches, small group happy hours, VIP double dates, or side-by-side team dinners that don’t require a fully enclosed private room.

A panning view of The Heart, the expansive second-floor event space at Kindling Chicago, showcasing a large illuminated bar, colorful custom murals, and ample seating ready for a 250-guest corporate reception.

THE HEART

The Heart (Second Floor Buyout) | Own the upper level. A massive, vibrant playground for up to 250 guests, featuring a dedicated wrap-around bar, exclusive entrances, and total logistical ease.

👥 Capacity: Up to 250 Guests (Reception Style)

🔑 The Space: A massive footprint that essentially encompasses the entire second floor, combining dining, lounging, and bar areas into one cohesive party zone.

✨ Ultimate Customization: The perfect blank canvas for your grandest ideas. This expansive footprint easily accommodates a live DJ, a full dance floor, custom art installations, branded photo ops, and immersive brand activations.

🚪 Exclusive Access: Arrive in style with a dedicated, private entrance directly from the 2nd floor Willis Tower Lobby, plus dedicated elevator access.

🍸 Dedicated Amenities: Includes full, exclusive use of the expansive 2nd-floor wrap-around bar and separate private restrooms just for your group. 

🎉 Perfect For: Major corporate milestones, large-scale holiday parties, massive conference off-site receptions, bar & batmitzvahs, product launches, and high-capacity networking events requiring a self-contained VIP experience.

The Adams Street Terrace

A sweeping animated evening view of Kindling Chicago's exterior at the Willis Tower, highlighting the glowing main entrance and panning across the expansive second-floor outdoor terrace illuminated by string lights along Adams Street.

THE TERRACE

Private terrace outdoor terrace that can accommodate 200 guests with a private bar.

The Terrace Floorplan | Make a massive impression. Our sprawling second-floor terrace offers a breathtaking alfresco footprint right at the base of the iconic Willis Tower.

Map out your alfresco gathering. Our expansive second-floor terrace features a dedicated private bar, modular seating zones, and stunning elevated views overlooking Adams Street.