Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Niles

74 restaurants available nearby

1. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3206)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 3 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

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2. Wildfire - Glenview

4.8

Exceptional(11078)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 41 times today

Wildfire in Glenview is a gem for special occasions. With its 1940s supper club vibe, it's perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. As one reviewer noted, it's their 'special occasions restaurant'. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, and signature dishes like the Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon and Cedar Planked Salmon. Coupled with exceptional service and ambience, it's a top choice for making special occasions even more special.

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3. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(8130)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnwood

Booked 47 times today

Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.

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4. Carmine's Rosemont

4.6

Exceptional(3334)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 29 times today

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 kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - 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. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant. - Please note, we require a credit card to secure reservations for parties of 6 or more. All credit card information will be processed securely. No-shows or cancellations less than 12 hours in advance may be subject to a charge of $10 per person.

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5. Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6

Exceptional(326)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincolnwood

Booked 13 times today

Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

6. Stefani Prime

4.8

Exceptional(2283)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnwood

Booked 19 times today

Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.

7. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1868)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 14 times today

The Hampton Social - Skokie is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, just north of Chicago. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, outdoor seating, main dining room and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

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8. Fogo de Chao - Rosemont

4.3

Awesome(4670)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Rosemont

Booked 147 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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9. Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Rosemont

4.7

Exceptional(2678)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Rosemont

Booked 15 times today

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab in Rosemont is a special occasion spot. Reviewers praise its exceptional seafood, creative cocktails, and outstanding service. It's described as a 'unique place with a first-class wine cellar' that 'knows how to do a special dinner right'. The restaurant's ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a perfect place for celebrations, whether it's a birthday, engagement, or anniversary.

10. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1737)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 9 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

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Marianne
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We occasionally go to Wildfire in Glenview, Illinois. We have never had a bad experience there. The food is great, the service is great, there is no problem parking, we never wait when we get in, although we always make a reservation. Our most recent trip was for Thanksgiving and the meal was excellent. It is a must try restaurant for sure!
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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4.8
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Scottvip
Chicago / Illinois •109 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great experience build on food, service, and ambience. The North Woods for the North Shore.
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L. Woods Tap and Pine LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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Carlvip
Chicago / Illinois •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Just excellent and creative Italian cuisine. Super service and comfortably spaced tables.
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Francesca - LincolnwoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lincolnwood
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4.6
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Robin
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food great staff and great experience. Such friendly employees and as always the best food. It’s become our go to for all business lunches.
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Carmine's RosemontPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rosemont
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4.6
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kennethvip
Chicago / Illinois •112 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Appetizers- Shrimp and the crab stuffed peppers were amazingly good! Also, branzino and short ribs were delicious as well. We didnt like the special drink, but besides that the food was great. Service was on point as well. The only thing we dont like about Libertad is you come away smelling like the you were in the kitchen, because in a way you are. Restaurant needs to find a way to keep the smoke from the kitchen out of the restaurant. Dinner was also very pricey. But we will definitely go back
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LibertadPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Skokie
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4.7

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Libertad

2. Wildfire - Glenview

3. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4. Carmine's Rosemont

5. Francesca - Lincolnwood

6. Stefani Prime

7. The Hampton Social - Skokie

8. Fogo de Chao - Rosemont

9. Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Rosemont

10. EJ's Place

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