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from$98/hr
Bright And Sunny Open Loft With Exposed Brick Walls

West Loop, Chicago, IL

4.9(183)
Venue capacity icon10

Apartment Loft

Bright, open space. Light-filled and spacious with 14-foot ceilings, 1500 square feet, concrete floors, modern features. Open area includes a living room and dining space. Kitchen is fully stocked with cookware and dishes. Coffee maker. The loft is great for filming and shooting lifestyle, Meetings...
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from$50/hr
West Town Loft Fashion Studio with Work Tables

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon10

Fashion Studio

Hovet Fashion Studio. ...mind, we do not have access to an industrial sink, so we cannot accommodate messy art projects (dyes, paint, etc) or cooking classes. We are not an ideal space for parties. There is not much room for congregation and we prefer to keep food and...
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from$150/hr
Gourmet Kitchen in Wicker Park with amazing urban view

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(118)
Venue capacity icon25

Lounge

Wicker Park Inn. ...This beautiful open concept kitchen is perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, birthday parties, pop up restaurants, dinner parties, or cooking class. We've been hosting small weddings and receptions recently as well. This space comes fully equipped with a chef's kitchen, large farm...
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from$250/hr
Large Flex Space in Boutique River North Chicago Hotel

Near North Side, Chicago, IL

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon50

Flex Space

Our large event flex space in River North is perfect for your next event, photo shoot, or meeting. Great for happy hours, birthday parties, fundraisers, company outings, live music, various live performances, holiday parties, team outings, and more! Our flexible space features: • Customizable space...
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from$275/hr
Modern, Urban Lincoln Park Event Space

Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL

5.0(86)
Venue capacity icon85

Lounge

...be the perfect venue for your next event! Whether you are looking for a chef’s dinner, a wine tasting, a cooking class, or wedding festivites; this is the space or you! Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, next to Chicago’s B.L.U.E.S. Bar...
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from$75/hr
Chic Apartment for Production

Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon17

Apartment

...workshops. Mention if there's comfortable seating, a TV or projector for presentations, or any other amenities. Kitchen/Dining Area: Great for cooking classes, food-related events, or casual gatherings. Highlight any appliances, utensils, or cooking equipment available for use. Bedroom(s): Suitable for photo shoots...
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from$50/hr
Beautiful BYOB Event Space | Elegant | Stylish | Contemporary

Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL

4.9(540)
Venue capacity icon80

Event Space

...Show - Product Release, Product Demo, Product Showcase - Meetup, Beer and Wine Tasting, Food Tasting - Chef Demos, Cooking Party - Celebration, Birthday Party, Holiday Party - Cocktail Party - Family Reunion, Class Reunion...
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from$95/hr
Modern Logan Square Space with Killer Chefs Kitchen

Logan Square, Chicago, IL

4.9(56)
Venue capacity icon30

Event Studio

Host a private dinner, pop up event, baby shower, photo shoot, meeting, video shoot, or holiday party. With two full size ovens, 10 burners, and a full size fridge/freezer and wine fridge, you'll be able to accommodate the most indulgent event. Formal seating for 17...
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from$225/hr
Urban recreational cooking school

Lake View East, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon40

Cooking School

...create an amazing pop-up dinner and the kitchen is fully stocked with a myriad of cooking utensils as we are a the "party school" of cooking classes at heart. Please note that you will be responsible for cleaning all dishes, utensils, etc. if you...
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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Consider the best places to host a cooking class in Chicago

Global cuisine is a specialty of the Windy City; you can find everything from authentic Dim Sum to upscale East African cuisine here. And everything in between. So it's no surprise that the city has plenty of cooking classes to explore on a daily basis. Frequent classes means frequent space rentals and many venues are not only open to cooking classes but well equipped, too. Culinary supply stores, cultural centers, ethnic restaurants, and other specialty venues often offer space to local chefs, grandmothers, and cooking instructors looking to inspire people with a delightful dish.
Cooking classes can even be an event to pair with another one. A birthday, retirement party, graduation, or other event can be made all the more special by pairing it with lessons. If your guests love working in the kitchen then they're going to appreciate tips on how to prepare an authentic Asian dish, making their own dressing, or seasoning a roast properly.

Cooking class space rentals in Chicago

Are you looking to hold a workshop on braising done right? Or maybe you've always dreamed of demonstrating the right way to make pasta for homemade noodles. No matter your culinary aspirations, there is a private cooking studio in Chicago that is the right size and perfectly equipped.
Many venues dedicated to cooking classes are going to have a kitchen installed. That means an oven, countertops, cutlery, a refrigerator, and a sink, to make food prep as straightforward as being at home. For venues that are more open plan in style, like warehouses or lofts, you may need to bring whatever tools are required for the demonstration. That means a portable stove, sinks, and other equipment. As well as duplicate items for each one of your attendees.

Discover Chicago modern culinary studios

Culinary studios specialize in training people on the art of cooking. Since they are ideally equipped for classes these are some of the first places to look when planning a culinary event. Culinary studios have easy booking requirements and rent by the hour or day.
Consider renting space at a restaurant or bar as well, so your guests can not only create but sample similar fare. A great way to end a cooking class is to enjoy the finished product made by professionals. Restaurant spaces are often spectacularly decorated as well; rooftop venues, outdoor patios with marble fountains, and other elegant locations add to the enjoyment for class participants.

Reviews for cooking class venues

Catherine S.
Homey Event Space Located in the Heart of Humboldt Park
taught a cooking class here, and the experience was perfect from beginning to end. Mariah was professional and helpful, the space is bright and airy, and there are a million small touches that make it a truly great event space...
Ikeena H.
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
just love this host and this space! It is always my first choice for my cooking class video tapings and I enjoy working in this kitchen. The space is so light and airy; and the host is always welcoming. The location is so central for everything from shopping to dining...
Natalie B.
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio
Fantastic host! Ian responds quickly and was accommodating to our needs. The space was perfect for our cooking class with easy parking and building access...
Dirk R.
Elegant Lounge near Oracle Park
We enjoyed another team building cooking class at this space
Zaneta D.
Bright And Sunny Open Loft With Exposed Brick Walls
review of the space which was even more impressive! I have to say I had booked this space for a private birthday party and cooking class and the directions were clear and Shannon was so kind! Initially I had requested another one of her properties but it was not available...
Kirsten A.
Inspiring Loft in the heart of Logan circle
Excellent space for a cooking class demo and group activities. The lighting is great for photography and the furniture is comfortable and stylish. Tom and John were very responsive and accommodate all of our needs. We will definitely be back...
Sandra R.
Spacious Two Bedroom Apartment Near LGA
filmed my cooking class at this location and it was absolutely amazing! The space appeared as advertised. It was warm, inviting, clean, neat, beautifully decorated and made me feel at home! Farhan himself was very responsive leading up to my reserved date as well as upon my arrival and departure...
Elizabeth K.
Stunning Modern Farmhouse In Venice
David was an amazing host for my team's cooking class. Before I had even arrived, he already arranged the tables with table cloths as needed. Had all supplies on deck and the space was even more beautiful than what was shown online! Plus there was plenty of street parking...