Weddings at Cafe Brauer
Nestled next to Lincoln Park Zoo, Cafe Brauer blends natural vibes with sophistication, making it a fantastic option for a Chicago wedding venue. This gorgeous location is always popular, but for a reason! Trust me—When considering a Wedding in Chicago, you want to check this option out.
Cafe Brauer gives you that perfect mix of downtown convenience without some of the hassles. Personally, I love that my couples can stroll through the green jewel of Lincoln Park for wedding photos without having to fight traffic or get on a trolley. You get to take advantage of those amazing skyline views, yet be surrounded by greenery. That’s a big bonus!
The Great Hall at Cafe Brauer also boasts true Chicago style—the famous prairie style architecture. Within the space, you can see this in fantastic details like the glasswork, warm wood and brick, and gorgeous lighting. When given the option, most definitely hang the candles from the stunning ceiling to accentuate the architecture. Plus, Cafe Brauer is a space that has a second level where we photographers can capture aerial angles of your ceremony or reception. Some of my favorite venues have second level perspectives, which I detailed in my roundup of my Top 20 Chicago Wedding Venues.
Ceremony & Reception Spaces
Great Hall: The space is a gorgeous example of prairie style architecture made famous by Frank Lloyd Wright. The pavilion style roof has fantastic metal beams and stunning glass features that make the whole room light and open. Insider’s Tip: Did you know can also rent the honeycomb in the park? An outdoor ceremony with a gorgeous indoor backup plan? It’s a win-win when it comes to the uncertainty of Midwest weather!
The Great Hall seats 250 for dinner and 500 for a cocktail reception.
My Favorite Nearby Photo Locations
The Honeycomb at Lincoln Park
Cafe Brauer Main Entrance
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pond
North Ave Beach
Lincoln Park South Pond
Inside the Great Hall
Real Weddings
Summer Wedding Day at Cafe Brauer
The thing I think about the most when I reminisce about Emma & Peter's Cafe Brauer wedding is how they stayed true to the type of day they wanted for themselves. Most of all, they wanted to simply enjoy time with friends & family, without all of the bells and whistles (and logistics) of a complicated day…
Spring Wedding Day at Cafe Brauer
No one dreams of 40-degree rain and 30 MPH winds on their wedding day. But sometimes, that's what Mother Nature dishes up. Had you spent all day watching Chris look at Kristen, you would have never known the winds were whipping fiercely around their Cafe Brauer wedding…
Directions & Geographical details
What’s Nearby?
All of Lincoln Park!
Hotel Lincoln
The Drake Hotel (a quick shot down Lake Shore Drive)
St. Mike’s of Old Town
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