Charger plate
13" gold, silver or glass beaded
$9.35each
West Side · Dinnerware
Dinnerware and plate rentals in Little Italy
Dinnerware and plate rentals in Little Italy, Chicago start at $0.55, and the typical item costs about $2.04, across 260 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Little Italy 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 Little Italy 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 Little Italy
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.
- Coffee Mug (Cream)$0.55
- Salad / dessert plate$0.72
- Bread & butter plate$0.72
- Coffee cup & saucer$0.72
- Bullion Cup (Cream)$0.72
- Dinner plate$0.83
- Soup / salad bowl$0.83
- Dinner Plate 10 3/4 (Platinum)$0.83
- Gravy Boat$2.20
- Charger plate$9.35
Celebrating in Little Italy
Where Little Italy hosts use dinnerware
Getting around is easy on paper, with the Blue Line at UIC-Halsted and the Pink Line at Polk nearby, but hospital traffic and campus move-in weeks can choke Roosevelt Road and Ashland. We ask about parking, building rules and timing up front, and we'll suggest a delivery window that works around the neighborhood's rhythm. Tell us the street, any building loading rules and your preferred arrival time, and we'll help you work around Roosevelt Road traffic and campus events.
Restaurant private rooms
Taylor Street restaurants host rehearsal dinners and showers; check whether outside rentals are allowed.
Dinnerware here: Many venues and caterers include plates. Rent only what they don't have, such as chargers or dessert plates.
Courtyards and rooftop decks
Townhome and condo outdoor space suits small, stylish gatherings with limited load-in room.
Dinnerware here: Rooftops need sturdy plates and a plan for clearing them quickly; lighter melamine works for casual events.
Campus and graduation events
UIC area families host graduation parties in nearby homes and halls each spring.
Dinnerware here: Many venues and caterers include plates. Rent only what they don't have, such as chargers or dessert plates.
Arrigo Park and Piazza DiMaggio
Public spaces for community events; Arrigo Park permits go through the Chicago Park District.
Dinnerware here: Parks rarely suit real china because of breakage and cleanup; consider rentals only for a seated dinner under a pavilion.
Delivery notes for Little Italy
- Many buildings near Taylor Street have limited curb space. Tell us the nearest loading spot and any building rules before delivery day.
- Spring commencement season around UIC and the medical district adds traffic. Book delivery windows away from peak hours if you can.
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 Little Italy: questions
How much does dinnerware rental cost in Little Italy?
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 Little Italy, 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 Little Italy?
Yes. We book dinnerware and plate rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Little Italy, Chicago (ZIP 60607, 60612). 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 Little Italy event?
No. Rental plates go back scraped of food but unwashed, packed in the crates they arrived in. The partner collects them from your Little Italy venue at pickup.
How far ahead should I book dinnerware and plate rentals in Little Italy?
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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