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After•Chicago, IL

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After is a chic dinner and cocktail lounge serving ingredient-focused drinks and a full dinner menu by Michelin-starred chef Curtis Duffy. After is right next door to his restaurant Ever. The After experience is refined yet approachable. Friendly, knowledgeable staff attend to every detail as guests enjoy a luxurious, relaxing experience. Eat a full meal, or share small plates and caviar with friends. The beverage menu features delicious classic and food-inspired cocktails made with the highe...More

Experiences at After

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    After Halloween Bash 2 - VIP Booth

    Come to After's second annual Halloween bash and have a VIP experience! This VIP experience seats up to six people in a private booth at After. The package includes a variety of Halloween-themed cocktails, wine or beer, plus a bottle of champagne. You'll also enjoy devilishly delicious food like bottomless burgers, duck fat tots and wagyu skewers. Plus games.At this party, costumes are a must! The winner of our costume contest will get a dinner for two at Ever restaurant. Halloween 2 starts at 8 p.m., Oct. 31, and ends at the witching hour (aka midnight). Get your VIP tickets now before they're gone. See you there! This event is 21+Name will be checked at door.Proper identification required.Party Responsibly! Do Not Drink & Drive. Use Ride Share Apps: Lyft or Uber (highly recommended), taxi service, or a designated driver.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 2 to 6

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    Bar Seating

    A spot at the bar is like having a front-row seat at the theater. Lean back in the upholstered, throne-like stools and chat with our bartenders as they pour fine spirits and expertly craft cocktails while guiding you through our food menu. Browse the bottles on display and decide on your next drink. Due to limited seating, your experience is reserved for 2 hours.

    Reservation for parties of 1 to 10

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    After Halloween Bash 2 - VIP Fireplace Room

    Come to After's second annual Halloween bash and have a VIP experience! This VIP experience seats up to eight people in After's semi-private Fireplace Room. The package includes a variety of Halloween-themed cocktails, wine or beer, plus a bottle of champagne. You'll also enjoy devilishly delicious food like bottomless burgers, duck fat tots and wagyu skewers. Plus games.At this party, costumes are a must! The winner of our costume contest will get a dinner for two at Ever restaurant. Halloween 2 starts at 8 p.m., Oct. 31, and ends at the witching hour (aka midnight). Get your VIP tickets now before they're gone. See you there! This event is 21+Name will be checked at door.Proper identification required.Party Responsibly! Do Not Drink & Drive. Use Ride Share Apps: Lyft or Uber (highly recommended), taxi service, or a designated driver.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 6

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    Table Seating

    High-top and low-top booths as well as cocktail lounge seating are perfect for intimate groups of 2-6. The booths are like little sound-proofed caves. Their sheer privacy curtains provide some separation, but you still feel a part of the After vibe. In the lounge seating area, guests may lean back, have a cocktail, enjoy bites and conversation with friends. Eero Saarinen-designed chairs throughout provide the perfect perch to truly relax and enjoy your time! Due to limited seating, your experience is reserved for 2 hours.

    Reservation for parties of 1 to 10

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    Fireplace Room

    Step into this luxurious walnut-paneled room for a semi-private experience for up to 8 guests. The Fireplace Room is our modern abstract take on a library. Sink into our comfy leather couch and chairs and soak up the warmth and glow of the fireplace while enjoying drinks and bites. Due to limited seating, your experience is reserved for 2 hours.

    Reservation for parties of 1 to 10

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    After Halloween Bash 2 - General Admission

    Come to After's second annual Halloween bash! This year's all-you-can-eat-and-drink party will feature Halloween-themed cocktails and devilishly delicious food like bottomless burgers, duck fat tots and wagyu skewers. Plus games. At this party, costumes are a must! The winner of our costume contest will get a dinner for two at Ever restaurant. Seating is limited; expect more of a club vibe. Halloween 2 starts at 8 p.m., Oct. 31, and ends at the witching hour (aka midnight). Get your tickets now before they're gone. See you there! This event is 21+Name will be checked at door.Proper identification required.Interested in more of a VIP experience with guaranteed seating? Exit out of this and check out the VIP Booths, VIP Fireplace Room and VIP Observatory experiences.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 10
    $175 per person

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    Secret Menu + Glenrothes

    Join us for an exclusive Glenrothes Secret Menu Experience, featuring a four-course dinner expertly paired with four unique drinks. Three of the courses will be paired with a crafted Glenrothes cocktail; the fourth with a neat pour. This limited-seating experience is available through the month of September. It's a rare opportunity to explore the depth and complexity of Glenrothes whiskies. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable evening showcasing the art of whisky and culinary harmony.We are unable to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies for this menu.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 6
    $175 per person

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    After Halloween Bash 2 - VIP Observatory Room

    Come to After's second annual Halloween bash and have a VIP experience! This VIP experience seats up to eight people in After's Private Observatory Room. The package includes a variety of Halloween-themed cocktails, wine or beer, plus a bottle of champagne. You'll also enjoy devilishly delicious food like bottomless burgers, duck fat tots and wagyu skewers. Plus games. At this party, costumes are a must! The winner of our costume contest will get a dinner for two at Ever restaurant. Halloween 2 starts at 8 p.m., Oct. 31, and ends at the witching hour (aka midnight). Get your VIP tickets now before they're gone. See you there! Party Responsibly! Do Not Drink & Drive. Use Ride Share Apps: Lyft or Uber (highly recommended), taxi service, or a designated driver.This event is 21+Name will be checked at door.Proper identification required.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 2 to 8

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    Champagne Tasting - December

    Join After's co-owner and wine director Michael Muser for a private guided Champagne tasting in The Canvas by Ever at 3:00pm. Michael will take a small group on a tour of what makes champagne so special. No previous wine knowledge is needed.

    Saturday, Dec 28, 2024
    3:00 PM
    $125 per ticket

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    The Observatory

    Step through a secret, hidden entrance to the observatory, a gorgeous private room that feels like an eccentric billionaire's library. It features a fireplace, comfy chairs and a fanciful telescope that seems to peer into a star-filled night sky.The observatory experience is for 4 to 10 guests — with a $1,000 total food and beverage minimum. The reservation deposit is applied to the minimum. For a curated experience, or parties over 10, please contact privateevents@ever-restaurant.com

    Reservation for parties of 1 to 10

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    Wine Tasting - September

    Join After's co-owner and wine director Michael Muser for a private guided wine tasting in The Canvas by Ever at 3:00pm. Michael will take a small group on a tour of New World and Old World wines. Your tasting might span the globe, or he may take you on a deep dive into a particular region. No previous wine knowledge is needed.

    Saturday, Sep 28, 2024
    3:00 PM
    $125 per ticket

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    Wine Tasting - November

    Join After's co-owner and wine director Michael Muser for a private guided wine tasting in The Canvas by Ever at 3:00pm. Michael will take a small group on a tour of New World and Old World wines. Your tasting might span the globe, or he may take you on a deep dive into a particular region. No previous wine knowledge is needed.

    Saturday, Nov 9, 2024
    3:00 PM
    $125 per ticket

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    Wine Tasting - October

    Join After's co-owner and wine director Michael Muser for a private guided wine tasting in The Canvas by Ever at 3:00pm. Michael will take a small group on a tour of New World and Old World wines. Your tasting might span the globe, or he may take you on a deep dive into a particular region. No previous wine knowledge is needed.

    Saturday, Oct 26, 2024
    3:00 PM
    $125 per ticket

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    Wine Tasting - December

    Join After's co-owner and wine director Michael Muser for a private guided wine tasting in The Canvas by Ever at 3:00pm. Michael will take a small group on a tour of New World and Old World wines. Your tasting might span the globe, or he may take you on a deep dive into a particular region. No previous wine knowledge is needed.

    Saturday, Dec 14, 2024
    3:00 PM
    $125 per ticket

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