Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in St. Charles

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Club Arcada 1920s Speakeasy

4.6

Exceptional(2171)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Charles

Booked 16 times today

A 1920s-style Speakeasy & Restaurant --offering hand-crafted whiskey, gin, and bourbon cocktails, specialty beers, and wine...with salmon, steak, flatbreads, charcuterie boards, Italian favorites, all served by flapper girls and newsies! Located on the 3rd floor of the historic Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles!Most evenings we feature live entertainment. If you should choose to stay for our entertainment, the fees will be collected at your table.

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2. La ZaZa Trattoria - St. Charles

4.8

Exceptional(1359)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Charles

Booked 16 times today

La ZaZa Trattoria in St. Charles fuses classic and contemporary cuisine in its spacious and relaxing space. Guests can begin their dining experience with a starter of beef tenderloin carpaccio with avocado, risotto scampi or a 9" pizza with a selection of delicious toppings. La ZaZa Trattoria serves entrées made with fresh, seasonal ingredients like chicken tortellini with peas and prosciutto, vegetarian linguine, filet mignon or grilled lamb chops. The ORIGINAL La ZaZa Trattoria is featured in the Chicago Sun Times and the Kane County Chronicle. It has a sizable bar that serves an array of libations, including international wine and beer selections. This eatery has an outdoor patio for guests to enjoy the weather during the summer months. Banquet and Catering services are also available.

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

4.6

Exceptional(6156)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Charles

Booked 66 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.

4. Villa Verone

4.8

Exceptional(2431)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Geneva

Booked 15 times today

For a taste of old Italy, head to Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano, housed in an 1849 historic stone home in downtown Geneva. For over 27 years, Villa Verone has embraced the values of authentic southern Italian cooking and an Italian family. Come and enjoy a delicious meal, great atmosphere and fabulous service. Celebrate your next special event with us. Private rooms available.

5. The Walrus Room

4.7

Exceptional(255)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Geneva

Booked 8 times today

The Walrus Room is a premier fine dining experience in downtown Geneva. It's a supper club of sorts that serves fresh seafood, locally farmed produce, and heritage breed pork, among other delicacies. The restaurant is known for its fantastic cocktails, local craft beer options, and a carefully curated wine selection. Reviewers often describe the food as 'excellent' and 'amazing', and praise the 'beautiful ambiance' and 'friendly staff'. Whether it's a date night or a celebration with friends and family, The Walrus Room delivers with great food, drinks, and atmosphere.

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6. Atwater's in The Herrington

4.9

Exceptional(1341)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Geneva

Booked 7 times today

Atwater's in The Herrington is a waterfront, fine dining experience that offers a perfect setting for special occasions. Reviewers consistently praise the elegant ambiance, top-quality service, and delicious food, often calling it their 'favorite restaurant for special occasions'. The intimate, refined atmosphere, paired with the locally sourced menu and exceptional service, makes it an ideal spot for special celebrations, as one reviewer puts it, 'our 'go to' for special celebrations and gatherings'.

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7. Balmoral Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1409)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • St. Charles

Booked 5 times today

A passion for authenticity. Nostalgia for heritage, and recipes that have been passed down and held dear. Ingredients sourced from the Isles, and from local farmers.Welcome to Balmoral Restaurant. Grand Scottish Fare as you’ve never experienced before.Lush, dark Scottish wood tones greet you upon entering Balmoral Restaurant. A deep-set coffered ceiling hides recessed lighting, designed to light your table elegantly, providing just the right mood. Scottish designs surround you, from the tartan carpet, to wrought iron fixtures, to the swords and shields of lore, to wall murals that evoke the placid Scottish countryside. At Balmoral, we bring the incomparable splendor of Scotland to you.

8. Hardware

4.8

Exceptional(3737)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aurora

Booked 30 times today

Hardware is the perfect place for a special occasion, with its unique and delicious meals, exceptional menu, and fabulous service. Reviewers frequently mention celebrating special occasions there, with one saying it was 'perfect for our special day'. The ambiance is consistently praised, with its 'beautiful farm' and 'interesting space' adding to the unique dining experience.

9. CHE FiGATA

4.2

Awesome(911)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Naperville

Booked 3 times today

In Italy, Che Figata means you’ve just discovered something awesome. In Naperville, Che Figata is serving the freshest ingredients prepared simply and authentically: From house-made pastas, wood-fired meats and Mediterranean seafood, to the open-grill kitchen and warm modern atmosphere, Che Figata is a feast for the senses.Complimented by our Wine Spectator Award-winning selections of Italian imports, we pride ourselves in bringing robust flavors authentically prepared, and ingredients that are imported, sourced locally or grown in our very own Chef's Garden. Elevate your weekend mornings with our unparalleled Italian brunch, where each dish is a celebration of hand-crafted flavor and tradition. Indulge in a tantalizing fusion of classic tastes and inventive twists, all on one amazing menu. See you soon!

10. CityGate Grille

4.8

Exceptional(2686)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Naperville

Booked 10 times today

CityGate Grille is the go-to place for special occasions, as seen from the glowing reviews. With its exceptional food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere, it tops the list of many customers. As one reviewer put it, 'CityGate is always our go-to for special occasions. The food and service are top notch!' The place also hosts live music on weekends, adding to the charm and making it a perfect venue for celebrations.

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LUANNEvip
Chicago / Illinois •76 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful way to celebrate Thanksgiving. Selecting Surf and Turf options off the regular menu. Did have the in house made pumpkin cheesecake. Delicious. Should be on the menu all of November!
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - St. Charles, ILPrice: Moderate• American• St. Charles
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4.6
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Samuel Richard
Las Vegas •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a reservation for 7. We were seated in a timely manner. Our server, Kim, was very friendly and quickly took our drink order. Although the restaurant was very busy, our server soon got our orders. When our food came, everyone enjoyed their meals. Overall, our dining experience was excellent. Thank you.
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Club Arcada 1920s SpeakeasyPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles
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4.6
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Michellevip
Chicago / Illinois •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Pietro’s Villa Verone remains Geneva’s finest for many reasons. Primarily, he cares about everyone and everything that matters.
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Villa VeronePrice: Moderate• Italian• Geneva
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4.8
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Jimmy
Portland / Oregon •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
I wish I was allowed to give La ZaZa Trattoria 10 stars because this place is fantastic! Everything cooked perfectly, great service and reasonable prices for what you get. The Wagyu Steak special was one of the best steaks I’ve ever eaten, (cooked perfectly to order) and I’ve dined at some of the finest steakhouses in the country. If I lived in the area, I’d be here every night!! Awesome restaurant!
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La ZaZa Trattoria - St. CharlesPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles
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4.8
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Phil
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 2024
From the rotating food and drink menu, there is always something new to try. Service is always wonderful (we’ve been here a dozen times). This is our go to spot for a great time and the place we always recommend to friends and family
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The Walrus RoomPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Geneva
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4.7

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Club Arcada 1920s Speakeasy

2. La ZaZa Trattoria - St. Charles

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

4. Villa Verone

5. The Walrus Room

6. Atwater's in The Herrington

7. Balmoral Restaurant

8. Hardware

9. CHE FiGATA

10. CityGate Grille

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