Charger plate
13" gold, silver or glass beaded
$9.35each
South Side · Dinnerware
Dinnerware and plate rentals in Chatham
Dinnerware and plate rentals in Chatham, Chicago start at $0.55, and the typical item costs about $2.04, across 260 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Chatham is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.
- lowest dinnerware price
- $0.55
- lowest dinnerware price
- typical item
- $2.04
- typical item
- options to choose from
- 260
- options to choose from
- top of the range
- $14.85
- top of the range
Popular dinnerware for Chatham events
Dinner plate
10.5" white china
$0.83each
Salad / dessert plate
8" white china
$0.72each
Bread & butter plate
6" white china
$0.72each
Soup / salad bowl
White china bowl
$0.83each
Coffee cup & saucer
7 oz white china
$0.72set
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Planning for Chatham
How much you need, by guest count
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 53 each of dinner, salad and dessert plates |
| 100 guests | 105 each of dinner, salad and dessert plates |
| 150 guests | 158 each of dinner, salad and dessert plates |
| 200 guests | 210 each of dinner, salad and dessert plates |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what dinnerware cost in Chicago.
- Salad / dessert plate$0.72
- Bread & butter plate$0.72
- Coffee cup & saucer$0.72
- Dinner plate$0.83
- Soup / salad bowl$0.83
- Ivory Rim China w/Gold Band - Saucer$1.71
- Ivory Rim China w/Gold Band - Soup Plate, 8 oz$1.71
- Origami - White 5" Plate$1.71
- Ivory Rim China w/Gold Band - Chop Plate, 12"$6.44
- Charger plate$9.35
Celebrating in Chatham
Where Chatham hosts use dinnerware
Backyards are the workhorse of Chatham entertaining, usually reached via an alley behind the lot. We ask about alley width, gate size and yard slope, and we plan for the type of party, from a 40-person cookout to a 150-guest tented reception. Send your date and guest count to get started. A short call usually settles it: your date, your headcount, the yard layout and what time the family wants to start.
Bungalow backyards
Graduation open houses and birthdays with tents and many tables.
Dinnerware here: At home, rental china means no dishwashing: plates go back scraped but unwashed. Plan a spot for the return crates.
Church halls
Large congregations host weddings, anniversaries and repasts.
Dinnerware here: Halls often stock basic plates. Renting chargers and gold-rim plates upgrades the table at a modest cost.
Block club cookouts
Neighborhood events, sometimes with street closures arranged through the city.
Dinnerware here: Many venues and caterers include plates. Rent only what they don't have, such as chargers or dessert plates.
Banquet and event halls
Along 79th and 87th Streets for receptions and fundraisers.
Dinnerware here: Halls often stock basic plates. Renting chargers and gold-rim plates upgrades the table at a modest cost.
Delivery notes for Chatham
- Most Chatham lots have rear alleys. Tell us if the alley is clear for a truck or if we should carry from the street.
- Block party closures require city approval. Check first and tell us the closure window.
How to plan
Getting dinnerware and plate rentals right
- 01
List the courses
Salad, entree, dessert and bread each need their own plate per guest.
- 02
Add a charger
Chargers sit under each place setting and set the color story; they are removed before the entree.
- 03
Plan for buffets
Buffets need about 1.5 dinner plates per guest because people go back for seconds.
- 04
Coffee and dessert
Add cups and saucers for about 60% of guests if coffee is served.
FAQ
Dinnerware and plate rentals in Chatham: questions
How much does dinnerware rental cost in Chatham?
Dinnerware and plate rentals through Beyond Chiavari start at $0.55 per item, with a typical item around $2.04 and premium pieces up to $14.85. Delivery to Chatham, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver dinnerware and plate rentals to Chatham?
Yes. We book dinnerware and plate rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Chatham, Chicago (ZIP 60619, 60620). Delivery is priced per order by the partner and shown on your quote before you book.
Do I have to wash rental plates after my Chatham event?
No. Rental plates go back scraped of food but unwashed, packed in the crates they arrived in. The partner collects them from your Chatham venue at pickup.
How far ahead should I book dinnerware and plate rentals in Chatham?
Common patterns are easy to get; large counts of specialty patterns need 4 to 8 weeks.
Do I have to wash rental dishes before returning them?
Most Chicago rental companies only ask you to scrape food and put dishes back in their racks. They wash them; some add a fee if dishes come back with food left on.
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