We understand you may have questions as you consider Cliff Bell’s for your private event. Here are the answers to our most frequently asked questions about hosting events at Cliff Bell’s.
We can accommodate up to 108 for plated dinners in our dining room and an additional 20 at the bar. For strolling events we can accommodate up to 220. For standing room performances we can accommodate 275. Our legal capacity is 318.
Yes. Most of the furniture in the dining room can be moved including some of the large banquette seating. We can arrange long dining tables or remove the tables and set up high top tables and stations for cocktail events.
We work with many local musicians, mostly jazz artists, and can make recommendations and assist with booking. We have a complete in-house PA, including mics and stands, built in speakers, mixing console, lighting rig with spots, etc. We coordinate with the performers and arrange load in, sound check and engineering. Our stage is equipped with a Steinway Model B grand piano, Yamaha drum kit, Hammond B-3 organ and Fender Rhodes electric piano.
When music is provided by a DJ, the large round stage becomes the dance floor. When dancing begins we install a rail across the front of the stage for added safety.
For private events we allow balloons, table decorations, poster boards, banners, floral, etc. We do not allow open flame candles, fog machines, tape on the walls, confetti or glitter.
While we often host fundraisers for non-profit, political campaigns, etc., we generally do not allow outside promoters to sell tickets to the general public.
Yes. We have wireless mics, podiums, a projector and an 8’ drop down screen.
Yes. We have a coat room onsite.
Yes. We can work with the City to secure the necessary permitting.
We do not have a separate room for ceremonies but we can accommodate a ceremony on our stage before or during the event.
We do not have a parking lot of our own. There are several surface lots in the immediate area including a lot with parking for 80 vehicles directly across the street. We are located three blocks from the Fox Theater garage. If you wish to reserve parking for your guests we work with several surface lots in the area.
Generally not, but we have made exceptions in the past under certain circumstances. We allow outside desserts, wedding cakes, etc.
Yes. We have dry storage and cold storage on site and can accept delivery in the days leading up to your event.
It depends. In most cases we can accommodate access anytime on the day of the event but there may be some limitations.
We specialize in corporate events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, brunches/luncheons, happy hours and memorial services. We welcome the opportunity to provide a proposal for your event.
For Parties of 5 or more, call for reservations: 313.961.2543
Mon – Tue: CLOSED
Wed – Thur: 5 PM – 11 PM
Fri – Sat: 5 PM – 12 AM
Sun: 4 PM – 9 PM
