Holiday parties in Cary & Crystal Lake
Company & Family Holiday Parties in Cary, IL
Private rooms, Italian comfort food and a full bar. Gather everyone this season. Holiday dates fill early.
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Bring the office or the whole family together this season at Galati’s Hideaway. Our upstairs rooms host company holiday parties, family gatherings and friends’ nights out, with chicken Vesuvio, meat lasagna and mostaccioli on the buffet and a full bar.
Holiday dates can book up early. If you’re planning a holiday party for a team or family in Cary, Crystal Lake, Algonquin or anywhere in McHenry County, send your inquiry early to get the date and room you want.
Rooms that fit your party
Up to 70 guests · full bar
The Catwalk
Upstairs with its own full bar, overlooking the sports bar below. Made for receptions, milestone birthdays and holiday parties.
Up to 100 guests · full bar
Rooms One & Two together
Open the divider between Room One and Room Two for one big room with a full bar.
Up to 150 guests
The Whole Top Floor
Take over the entire top floor for your biggest celebrations: weddings, reunions and company parties.
Up to 80 guests · first floor
The Fireplace Room
Our first-floor dining room, gathered around a stone fireplace. Warm and cozy for wedding receptions, showers, big family celebrations and holiday parties.
50 to 60 guests · full bar
Room Two
A roomy space with its own full bar, great for graduation parties, rehearsal dinners and company celebrations.
Holiday party in the Skybox
Room for the whole team
Come on in: Galati's is fully accessible, with an elevator to the upstairs rooms, and there's plenty of free parking. Every party includes 4 hours of room time with no room fee ($200 for each extra hour), every room has sound and TV hookups, and every banquet package includes white linen tablecloths and black linen napkins. Your final headcount is due 72 hours before the event.
Packages to consider
- Create-your-own buffet: $28–$36 per person, with salad, pastas, entrées and mini desserts
- Family-style upgrade: $6 per person, minimum 30 people
- Appetizer packages: $19–$21 per person
- Full-bar packages: $24–$36 per person for 3 hours
- Champagne punch bowl: $89 per bowl
Per-person prices; tax and 20% gratuity additional. No room fee for the first 4 hours ($200 per extra hour), a 25-guest minimum, and kids under 12 are half price. Full details and choices are on our banquets page.
Holiday gifts: Galati’s gift cards never expire. Send an eGift card by email, or buy physical gift cards at the restaurant or by calling (847) 516-3663.
Make it merry
- Give every guest a Galati’s gift card: they never expire.
- Offer a host bar or a limited host bar to control spend.
- Big company party? The whole top floor holds up to 150 guests.
- Can’t get everyone here? Order catering trays for the office.
We have had many family events here and Vince and his staff have always gone above and beyond to make it special.
— Jacque H, Tripadvisor review, June 2026
Your questions, answered
When should we book a holiday party?
As early as possible. Send an inquiry once you have a date range and we’ll confirm what’s open.
Can we control the bar tab?
Yes. Choose a per-person bar package, a limited host bar with drinks you pick, or a cash bar.
Do prices include tax and gratuity?
No. Package prices are per person and exclude tax and 20% gratuity.
How do I check availability for my date?
Send a private party inquiry with your date, start time and headcount, or call 847-516-3663. We’ll confirm which room is open and walk you through packages.
We're an easy drive from Crystal Lake, Barrington and Lake Zurich. Not ready for a full party? Browse our catering menu or see what's on the menu.
Let's plan your party together
Tell us your date, headcount and occasion, and we’ll match you with the right room and menu. Rather talk it through? Call us at 847-516-3663. We’d love to help you celebrate.
Order Galati's online for pickup or delivery, or call 847-516-3663.