Absolutely perfect venue for our Mardi Gras/French Quarter themed reception. Hip, Moulin Rouge-type decor that would be great for any reception. Very intimate setting and great flow to the spaces. Highly recommend especially for a sit-down dinner. I also recommend experimenting with colors in the space. Don't let the red colors detour you. We used espresso and burnt oranges and they looked fabulous in the space. The staff was great to work with as well. You do have to rent most of your own items but you can also bring in your own bar and save some money. www.maximschicago.org