Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Southwest Suburbs

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Southwest Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Juliet's Tavern

4.8

4.8 (427)

$30 and under

American

Joliet

About the restaurant

Juliet's Tavern located in historic Joliet, Illinois, featuring the best in American dining as well as a full bar. Quality selection of craft beers, wines by the glass and specialty cocktails coupled with classic American fare. Ask us about our private event space!

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linda

Dined 1 day ago

First time in ...won't be the last. Great food, great service.

Cut 158 Chophouse

4.8

4.8 (1250)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Joliet

About the restaurant

CUT 158 Chophouse est 2019 with a bold vision – to embody the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse. We keep this tradition alive, but with a modern, sleek twist, bringing you an unparalleled experience every time you dine. Top quality meats grilled to perfection, delivering the most amazing flavors.

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Mary Ellen

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful dinner with friends! Excellent service!

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Popular dish

Tomahawk Steak

Popular dish

Filet Mignon Sliders (2)

Popular dish

Grilled Filet Mignon

The Reserve Steakhouse - Harrah's Joliet

4.7

4.7 (1527)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Joliet

About the restaurant

The Reserve Steakhouse is located at Harrah’s Joliet Hotel & Casino, located just blocks away from Joliet’s historic Rialto Square Theater, Joliet Historical Museum, Jacob Henry Mansion and Joliet Union Station. The Reserve Steakhouse is an exceptional dining experience for birthdays, anniversaries, and any special occasions.
The Reserve Steakhouse serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime Rib is a Reserve specialty; served on Friday and Saturday evenings, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with spices. Our signature steaks are hand cut by Chef Tony Florek and his team. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood such as the Reserve Salmon, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. The Reserve also has a seasonal menu featuring the seasons best choices of appetizers and dinners. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Reserve Steakhouse.

Top review

Michelle

Dined 5 days ago

Our server was wonderful!! The food was delicious!!! We will definitely go back!!

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - New Lenox, IL

4.7

4.7 (5045)

$30 and under

American

Mokena

About the restaurant

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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Maryanne

Dined 2 days ago

Great service. Unfortunately can’t remember his name! Food was wonderful!! Hostesses great!

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Popular dish

Junior Filet Medallions

Experience

Brunch & Bubbles | Saturdays & Sundays 10am - 2pm

Experience

Wine ‘O’ Clock Happy Hour | Mon-Fri 3 - 5:30pm

Seasons 52 - Orland Park

4.7

4.7 (192)

$31 to $50

American

Orland Park

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a comfortable and stylish fresh grill and wine bar offering a refreshingly balanced approach to dining where guests are free to enjoy, knowing any choice they make is one they'll feel good about. The menu changes with the season to feature ingredients at their peak, from whole produce that arrives and is kept 100% fresh, never frozen, to carefully sourced meats and pristine seafood. Entrées are oak-fire grilled or brick oven-roasted, without a fryer in sight, to be flavorful and naturally lighter, and the Wine Bar pours 52 world-class wines by glass and signature cocktails. Lunch and dinner daily, happy hour Monday - Thursday.

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VenitaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience all around. The food/drink was delish, our server Patrick was super attentive and the entire staff was professional and friendly. Will definitely visit often.

Public Landing

4.6

4.6 (2125)

$30 and under

American

Lockport

About the restaurant

Upscale Casual Eatery offering an American Menu all Day, craft cocktails and daily drink specials.

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Michelle

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent service! Nicole was a phenomenal server. The pot roast was delicious and a very generous portion! We’ve been here a few times, but celebrating our anniversary today was my favorite.

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Mr. Benny's Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (735)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Mokena

About the restaurant

Steak and Seafood serving Prime and Black Angus and wild species of seafood
South African and Australian cold water lobster tails along with wild Alaskan salmon and Canadian fresh water walleye and lake perch. Along with other Mr Benny"s specialties.

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Gwendolyn

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

Whenever I’m in town during my birthday month, Mr. Benny’s is always where I want to dine with my family. Elegance, free parking, excellent food, friendly wait staff, logistically nearby; all WITHOUT having to travel to downtown Chicago!

Primal Cut Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (3200)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Tinley Park

About the restaurant

WE WILL BE CLOSED JAN 1- JAN 3

ALL PARTIES OVER 4 MUST CALL
15 MINUTE GRACE PERIOD FOR RESERVATIONS ALL GUEST MUST BE PRESENT TO BE SEATED- NO EXCEPTIONS
2 HOUR SEATINGS
RESEVATION RECOMMENDED
PLEASE REMEMBER ALL CHILDREN AND INFANTS COUNT AS A SEAT
3.5% Service Charge on all credit and debit Cards
18% GRAT ON ALL PARTIES UNDER 6 PEOPLE.
20% GRAT. ON ALL PARTIES OVER 6 PEOPLE
WE WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 1st thru JANUARY 3rd

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Laura

Dined 2 days ago

We had a reservation on Christmas Eve for 4 but ended up having a 5th. They worked around things to accommodate us. The food was fantastic and the service was excellent. I have been to some other high end steak places but this is by far the BEST! I highly recommend Primal Cut.

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4.6

4.6 (180)

$31 to $50

Greek

Joliet

About the restaurant

Greek Taverna with wine & cocktails served in a cozy, comfortable setting

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Vincent

Dined 1 day ago

Christmas eve dinner. Food and service was amazing. We ordered the Paidakia [Grilled Lamb Chops] and Tygania. Great flavor and cooked perfectly. Don't skip on the desert menu. The cheesecake was delicious. Planning on another meal there New Years Eve.

Texas de Brazil - Orland Park

4.5

4.5 (1830)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Orland Park

About the restaurant

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

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SusanVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Go hungry. We love this restaurant. It's worth the price. Quality food from the market bar to the meats.The market bar is incredible, salads; salmon; fresh mozzarella, lobster bisque and dozens of other options. Kudos to the wonderful lady who keeps it clean and stocked. The Gauchos are awesome! What makes it extra special is the staff. These days, it's rare at most restaurants. However, I have to give a shout-out to our awesome waiter, Alvaro. I also want to thank the management. Typically, you only complain to them. However, there are no complaints as they are incredible. Nico, Miguel, and David! Christmas Eve and they were bussing tables and doing it with a smile! Thank you for such a great dinner!

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Popular dish

Lamb Chops

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