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How much does it cost to rent plates and dinnerware in Chicago?

Dinnerware rentals in Chicago cost $0.55 to $14.85 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 260 options cost between $1.49 and $3.80. Delivery, usually $150 to $400 per order, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added, so delivered orders often run 35 to 60% above the rental total.

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lowest price
$0.55
lowest price
median item
$2.04
median item
middle half of items
$1.49-$3.80
middle half of items
items priced
260
items priced

How prices spread

Number of dinnerware items in each price band (per item, one event day).
  • $0-$125
  • $1-$2104
  • $2-$585
  • $5-$1029
  • $10-$2517
From the cheapest to the most expensive dinnerware, with steps in between.

Example orders

What a delivered order really costs

Sauce Bowl (Glass)

1 x $1.10

Rental
$1.10
Delivery & pickup
$150
Setup & teardown
$75
Damage waiver (10%)
$0
Sales tax
$0
About
$226

Gothic Gold - Salad Plate

1 x $2.04

Rental
$2.04
Delivery & pickup
$150
Setup & teardown
$75
Damage waiver (10%)
$0
Sales tax
$0
About
$227

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.

What moves the price

Dinnerware cost drivers

  1. 01

    Pattern

    Plain white china is the cheapest; gold-rim, colored and specialty patterns cost more per piece.

  2. 02

    Pieces per guest

    Dinner, salad, bread and dessert plates plus chargers quickly multiply the per-guest cost.

  3. 03

    Minimums

    Many rental houses rent china in racks or dozens, so counts round up.

FAQ

Dinnerware rental cost: questions

How much does it cost to rent plates and dinnerware in Chicago?

Dinnerware rentals in Chicago cost $0.55 to $14.85 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 260 options cost between $1.49 and $3.80. Delivery, usually $150 to $400 per order, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added, so delivered orders often run 35 to 60% above the rental total.

What is the cheapest dinnerware rental?

Soup Bowl (Cream) at $0.55 each. Remember that delivery is priced per order, so very small orders cost more per item once delivery is added.

Do rental prices include delivery and setup?

No. The prices shown are the rental for one event day: the partner's rate plus our 10% fee. Delivery and pickup, setup, a damage waiver and sales tax are itemized on your free quote before you pay anything.

How can I save on dinnerware rentals?

Rent chargers only and use the caterer's plates. Serve dessert on the salad plate. Choose a buffet with fewer plate types. Combining categories on one order also saves, because one delivery covers everything.

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