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Cost guide · Chicago

How much does it cost to rent flatware in Chicago?

Flatware rentals in Chicago cost $0.83 to $3.36 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 182 options cost between $1.26 and $2.15. 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
$0.83
lowest price
median item
$1.71
median item
middle half of items
$1.26-$2.15
middle half of items
items priced
182
items priced

How prices spread

Number of flatware items in each price band (per item, one event day).
  • $0-$119
  • $1-$2109
  • $2-$554
From the cheapest to the most expensive flatware, with steps in between.

Example orders

What a delivered order really costs

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

Flatware cost drivers

  1. 01

    Finish

    Stainless is the cheapest; gold, matte black and specialty finishes cost more.

  2. 02

    Pieces per setting

    Dinner fork, salad fork, knife, spoon and dessert fork can mean five pieces per guest.

  3. 03

    Counts

    Flatware is often rented by the dozen, so totals round up.

FAQ

Flatware rental cost: questions

How much does it cost to rent flatware in Chicago?

Flatware rentals in Chicago cost $0.83 to $3.36 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 182 options cost between $1.26 and $2.15. 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 flatware rental?

Dinner fork at $0.83 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 flatware rentals?

Drop the salad fork for family style service. Use gold flatware only at the head table. Confirm what the caterer already brings. Combining categories on one order also saves, because one delivery covers everything.

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