Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Riverwoods

55 restaurants available nearby

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1. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(10306)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnshire

Booked 117 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

2. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5525)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 87 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, IL

4.6

Exceptional(6320)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 103 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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4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

4.6

Exceptional(819)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 35 times today

We are entering a new age for bourbon and beer drinkers as the many different varieties are readily available for your enjoyment here at Spears. Our cocktails are prepared by our incredibly knowledgeable bartenders who know all about the process of making, mixing, and drinking your next high quality beverage. Spears has American roots where the best Bourbon, Burgers, and Beer meet and await to delight you!

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5. Rosebud Steakhouse - Wheeling

4.6

Exceptional(54)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wheeling

Booked 24 times today

A Rare Steakhouse, Well Done.Rosebud Steakhouse prides itself in creating a true Chicago steakhouse experience for all of its guests. We offer superior quality, dry and wet aged cuts that are locally sourced by Linz Heritage Angus Beef. Visit our original location on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, our Indiana location in Munster, and soon, our first restaurant in Texas located in Southlake, Tx.Rosebud Steakhouse in Wheeling IS NOT part of the Rosebud Restaurant Group, consequently we do not honor Rosebud Gift Card (similar to the ones from COSTCO). We are part of the CHC RESTAURANT group, and our Gift Cards can be used at any of our restaurants, including Rosebud Steakhouse on Magnificent Mile, Rosebud Steakhouse in Centennial Village, Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse in both Libertyville, IL and Crown Point, IN, and soon to come, Windy City Social in Munster, and Rosebud Steakhouse in Dallas, TX. Thank you for your consideration, and we look forward to serving you!

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6. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.6

Exceptional(1938)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 50 times today

- OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability.Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please remove your hat when entering. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant.

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7. Big Bowl-Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(2908)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Lincolnshire

Booked 77 times today

Using the freshest and highest quality ingredients and starting fromscratch are the only ways to authentically prepare Asian cuisine.At Big Bowl, we make our own curries and roast our own chiliesand spices, which are ground daily to prepare a variety of oursignature dishes. Our menu features Chinese favorites like KungPao Chicken, Prime Beef & Broccoli, Sweet & Sour PineappleShrimp, along with Thai specialties like Panang Curry Chicken, Vegetable & Tofu PadThai and Red Hot Pepper Chicken Noodles. Whether its sweet orspicy, rice or noodles, Chinese or Thai that you are craving, ourmenu has it all.

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8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(2948)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnshire

Booked 37 times today

Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.

9. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1439)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 19 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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10. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

4.4

Awesome(1802)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Wheeling

Booked 89 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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AmyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love Spears. Great food and drinks. And the cotton candy dessert is huge and so much fun!
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Spears Bourbon Burgers & BeerPrice: Moderate• American• Wheeling
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4.6
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Linda
Chicago / Illinois •52 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My favorite, local restaurant. Great menu. Best quality food that's delicious from steaks, burgers, to their famous chopped salad. The service is always top-notch. I feel Lincolnshire is the best Wildfire. A bit too pricey, but the food is delicious.
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Wildfire - LincolnshirePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnshire
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4.7
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Thomas
St. Louis •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We are frequent diners at Cooper’s Hawk, and not just the one in Wheeling. The food was great, the ambiance and noice were within reason. But what really stood out, beyond the food and wine, was the service. Above and beyond, management should be proud of their crew!
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Wheeling
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4.6
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Elaine
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was the perfect place for a festive dinner. The food was delicious! Jeff was our server and he was wonderful. The ambiance was that of a special place for dining ! I would absolutely come back very soon . A great place to celebrate special occasions!
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Rosebud Steakhouse - WheelingPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wheeling
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4.6
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Anastasia
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Incredible dining experience! The ambience was inviting and comfortable. The food was outstanding. We got the chopped salad, minestrone soup, and the pistachio crusted whitefish, all incredible!! Our server Mike was ahhhh-mazing!! Overall great experience, so much so that I felt compelled to write this review. My first one ever on open table:):)
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Saranello'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wheeling
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4.5

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55 restaurants available nearby

1. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

2. Saranello's

3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, IL

4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

5. Rosebud Steakhouse - Wheeling

6. Rosebud - Deerfield

7. Big Bowl-Lincolnshire

8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire

9. Enzo and Lucia

10. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

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