Best Date Night Restaurants in Crystal Lake

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Cuisine

AmericanSeafoodJapaneseChineseBarbecueTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Northwest Suburbs

Areas

AlgonquinBarringtonCrystal LakeEast DundeeMcHenryWest Dundee

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine winesGreat for outdoor diningHealthy

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

1. 1776 Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1777)

££££Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Crystal Lake

Booked 12 times today

We’re a farm-to-table restaurant that’s redefining what fine dining means. We work with local vendors and farmers to find the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. We understand the challenges of finding high-quality options that unique, vegan or allergy-friendly, especially since the owner has Celiac Disease herself, among other dietary restrictions. Our kitchen creates fresh food from scratch every day and can customize to your needs, so we’ve got you covered. Plus, we're the only restaurant in McHenry County to have received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, and our expert staff can help you choose the perfect pairing.For us, fine dining is more than the very best in food, service and atmosphere. It’s a conversation and a connection to others. We believe everyone deserves good food so we’ve started a movement to do just that.****ANY RESERVATION REQUESTS FOR PARTIES OVER 4 GUESTS PLEASE CONTACT RHIENNA@1776RESTAURANT.COM OR CALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS W-SAT.

2. Vine and Plate

4.6

Exceptional(82)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Crystal Lake

Booked 11 times today

At Vine & Plate, we serve globally inspired plates and wine from around the world. We believe that good wine and good food bring people together, creating the moments that life is all about.

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3. Kirin King-Asian Cuisine

new

5.0

Exceptional(1)

££££Price: Moderate

• Asian • Crystal Lake

Booked 1 time today

Step into a world of vibrant flavors and aromas, where the rich tapestry of Asian cuisine unfolds before you. Our menu is a celebration of diverse culinary traditions.Experience the joy of interactive dining with our new additions: Hotpot and BBQ. Simmer your favorite ingredients in our flavorful hotpot or grill them to perfection at your table.If you're looking for a more traditional experience, our sushi bar boasts an impressive selection of fresh, handcrafted sushi and nigiri. Or, indulge in our all-you-can-eat options, featuring unlimited servings of sushi, hotpot, and BBQ. It's the perfect choice for the indecisive gourmet or anyone with a big appetite.Whether you're craving the depth of Japanese ramen, the comfort of Taiwanese noodle soup, or the aromatic charm of Vietnamese pho, Kirin King has something for everyone. Our cozy atmosphere and friendly service make it the perfect spot for a date night, a casual outing,

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4. Crystal Lake Junction

4.7

Exceptional(40)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Crystal Lake

Booked 1 time today

OUR FOCUS IS TO PROVIDE A PLEASANT LOCAL SOCIAL SCENE.WE AIM TO OFFER AN ECLECTIC AND DIVERSE MENU, COOL DRINKS, AND FRIENDLYSERVICE IN A RELAXED, AND FUN ATMOSPHERE.MOCKTAILS, COCKTAILS, EXPRESSO COFFEES, BEERS, PARISIAN ROSÉ WINES, SPRITZERSRED, BLENDS AND WHITE WINES ALIKE. REGULAR MILSHAKES OR SPECIALTY MILKSHAKESFOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS, AND THEN BOOZY MILKSHAKES TOO FOR THE MOREADVENTUROUS,JUNCTION CLASSICS LIKE BEER CAN MEDITERANEAN CHICKEN OR A FABULOUSSELECTION OF WACKY GRILLED CHEESES OR FLAVORFUL BOWLS,NOT EXCLUDING OUR STACKED SMASHBURGERS, aND ORIGINAL RECIPE SEAFOOD SECTION WE TRY TO COVER ALL THE BASES. WE ALSO HAVE VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN MENU.ALL OUR EXTENSIVE LIST IS ORIGINAL RECIPES AND EACH ONE TASTES AND LOOKSAMAZING, JUST CHECK OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES TOO.WE ARE OPEN AT 6:30AM FOR THE TRAIN GOERS FOR BREAKFAST SANDWICHES ANDHOME-MADE MUFFINS AND PASTRIES

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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Algonquin, IL

4.7

Exceptional(1223)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Algonquin

Booked 110 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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6. Mockingbird Bar + Garden

4.9

Exceptional(195)

££££Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • East Dundee

Booked 6 times today

Healthy Food with a Stylish FlairMockingbird Bar + Garden is a food and drink focused gathering place in a lively, convivial setting, stylishly designed to create memorable experiences. Inspired by our desire to serve and create a sense of community we offer the perfect mix of locally sourced healthy food all cooked from our wood-fired oven. Our incredible cocktails, local beer and coffee bar combined with our events will certainly make you a regular. Al fresco dining available either in our garden, patio, or around the firepit.

7. Region

4.8

Exceptional(2669)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Barrington

Booked 36 times today

A true neighborhood favorite and highly desired dining destination outside of the city of Chicago. Utilizing the diverse culinary bounty of this great nation, we aim to exceed your gastronomic expectations every visit.

8. PL8 Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1048)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Barrington

Join us at *pl8* and experience the best of Asian cuisine—reimagined. pl8 is more than just a restaurant—it’s a vibrant culinary destination in Barrington where we blend authenticity and innovation to create a classics flavors with a smart, modern twist. It brings together new classic Chinese cuisine, and creations Japanese cuisine. At the heart of our kitchen are two masterful chefs. Chef Bo, classically trained at the renowned Chengdu Hotel in Sichuan, brings 38 years of experience to our Chinese offerings, crafting each dish with precision and deep culinary tradition. Chef Peter, a seasoned Japanese chef with 30 years of expertise, leads our Japanese cuisine, delivering exquisite sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, and flavorful Ramen noodle. We offer sake, wine, beer, and handcrafted cocktails. Our mission is to create a welcoming yet refined atmosphere, where high-quality food and heartfelt hospitality come together, making every meal a celebration of flavor.

9. bleuroot

4.4

Awesome(455)

££££Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • West Dundee

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Bleuroot!Farm to Table restaurant located in Downtown West Dundee. We are open for lunch Thursday-Saturday and dinner Wednesday-Saturday!

10. Plum Garden

4.8

Exceptional(101)

££££Price: Moderate

• Chinese • McHenry

Modern Chinese cooking with authentic roots. Founded in 1965 by our Grandmother and Founder Connie Moy, Plum Garden has been proudly serving the McHenry County Community for over 56 years. Our dedication to Quality and Community has always been and will always be our focus. We still honor our grandmother's recipes to this day as we handroll roll our award winning egg rolls each and every morning. All of our sauces are homemade, all of our proteins are processed by hand daily and we refuse to settle for anything less. At Plum Garden, our portion sizes comfortably feed the families that have been supporting us since 1965, and we wouldn't have it any other way. We offer Dine In / Carry Out / Delivery. Our Dining Room boasts a tasteful blend of authentic antique and modern decor.

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JessicaVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Delightful evening dinner with colleagues, the food was delicious and conversation worthy. The environment was cozy, inviting and the service was good.
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Beatrix - Oak BrookPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Brook
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4.7
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Tony
Baltimore / Maryland •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time I’ve been there, food and service was excellent.
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VIOLIPrice: Moderate• Greek• Oakbrook Terrace
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4.6
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Dawn
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food and the service were outstanding! Our waitress was attentive any very helpful with the menu choices. We were there on Valentine’s Day but didn’t feel rushed at all. The only negative was that the hostess was a bit rude.
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1776 RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Crystal Lake
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4.7
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James
Chicago / Illinois •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Feb 2025
Great little place, old historic type space, nice comfortable bar area. Menu had many.nice options, small plates, Flatbread, and sandwiches.
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Vine and PlatePrice: Moderate• American• Crystal Lake
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4.6
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AnneVIP
Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 Jan 2025
Food and service was excellent! The music was just a tad too loud for us, at 5pm when it was fairly empty.
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Kirin King-Asian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Asian• Crystal Lake
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