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About Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine & Event Space
Welcome to Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine & Event Space, a versatile venue on the Evanston–Chicago border. Located at 711 W Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, we offer a dedicated event space spanning a dining room, Vybz Rooftop, and The Patio. With capacities that accommodate intimate private events and larger gatherings alike, this is a reliable spot for live reggae nights, private parties, and memorable celebrations. Our venue provides a full stage, AV hookup, and house PA to support performances—perfect for artists, DJs, and bands. Whether you’re planning a corporate function, birthday party, or a weekend concert, we’ve got you covered with a straightforward, friendly booking experience.
Parking is convenient with valet service on Fridays and Saturdays, plus city parking options including a lot at 719 Howard St and metered street parking. The venue sits on Howard Street and is easily reachable by transit with CTA bus routes 97 and 201 along the Howard Street corridor. For guests staying nearby, several acclaimed hotels are within a short walk or ride, including Hilton Orrington Evanston, Graduate Evanston, Hyatt House Evanston, Holiday Inn Chicago North Evanston, and Hilton Garden Inn Evanston. While the public seating chart isn’t published, you can expect distinct spaces: the Dining Room (up to 180 seated, up to 350 reception), Vybz Rooftop (up to 100 cocktail-style), and The Patio for additional outdoor events. The combined capacity varies by configuration, with an overall venue capacity up to 320 seats or 470 standing. For performers and planners, we’ll help you secure your event date, confirm space, and coordinate AV needs for a smooth, great-sounding experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 711 W Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202 (on the Evanston–Chicago border).
- Venue type: Jamaican restaurant with a dedicated event space (rooftop, patio, and dining room) for private events and concerts.
- Indoor seating capacity: Dining room accommodates up to 180 guests seated (reception-style up to 350).
- Rooftop/patio capacity: Vybz Rooftop fits up to 100 guests (cocktail-style); the patio supports additional outdoor events.
- Entire-venue capacity (as listed by venue listings): up to 320 seats or 470 standing (depending on configuration).
- Parking: Valet parking available on Fridays and Saturdays; city parking options including a lot at 719 Howard St; metered street parking also available.
- Transit: Located on Howard Street; served by CTA bus routes 97 and 201 (Howard Street corridor).
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Orrington Evanston, Graduate Evanston, Hyatt House Evanston, Holiday Inn Chicago North Evanston, Hilton Garden Inn Evanston (within ~10 minutes’ walk).
- Notable events hosted: Live reggae music on Fridays, weekend live bands, and private events; venue includes a full stage, AV hookup, and house PA for performances.
- Status update: The original Good To Go space was damaged by a kitchen fire in November 2024 and closed; in July 2025 the space was reimagined as Jerk-Yard Bar & Grill in the same location.
- Public seating chart: No public, formal seating chart published; spaces are described as Dining Room, Vybz Rooftop, and The Patio with capacity figures per space.