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1. Club Arcada 1920s Speakeasy

4.7

Exceptional(2195)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Charles

Booked 13 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.

2. Mio Modo

4.7

Exceptional(314)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Charles

Booked 51 times today

You may have noticed a little change in our name, so allow us to reintroduce ourselves. Ciao, we're Mio Modo. "Mio Modo" means "my way." Well, Scott's way, to be specific. So what can you expect? New, lighter Italian food, twists on classic dishes, all our favorite old-school recipes, plus a few contemporary additions.

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3. Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

4.7

Exceptional(276)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • St. Charles

Booked 11 times today

Nestled alongside the Fox River, and including a full-service container bar, our patio comes alive 12 months out of the year with a heated seasonal enclosure during the winter months.Looking to host a party? Our private dining room adjacent to the brew house is certain to bring together small to medium sized private events in a vibrant sit down or cocktail environment.While our beer is certainly the front man of this band, the supporting musicians are excellent players! A full-service kitchen, wine and spirit program allows not just beer lovers but all to enjoy our carefully curated offerings. Whether you come for the beer, food, wine or spirits we know you’ll stay and come back because of the great times you’ll have.

4. Portofino's

4.7

Exceptional(119)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Campton Hills

Booked 12 times today

Portofino Trattoria is a family owned Italian restaurant in Campton Hills (St Charles) We specialize in delicious cuisine using only the most authentic and fresh ingredients. Come on in and experience it for yourself-Welcome to our table.

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5. La ZaZa Trattoria - St. Charles

4.8

Exceptional(1383)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Charles

Booked 38 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.

6. Whiskey Bend

4.1

Excellent(117)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • St. Charles

Booked 12 times today

In June 1896, the trolley system that linked St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Aurora, and Elgin, IL began to offer service to local citizens. Overhead wires that ran along the track supplied the power to the single, open-air cars.The trolley came from South Elgin and traveled along the east side of the river, through the St. Charles Country Club and along Route 25. From Main Street, it went west, crossed over the bridge, and turned south on 3rd Street to go to Geneva.It was at this last turn that conductors would stop the trolley and allow passengers to disembark for a quick drink to warm up during the winter months. Welcome back to Whiskey Bend.

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7. Balmoral Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1426)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • St. Charles

Booked 10 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.

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8. Rock 'N Ravioli - St. Charles

4.2

Awesome(12)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Charles

Rock 'N Ravioli is a classic Italian Restaurant, located in the Arcada Theatre Complex, in downtown historic St. Charles. The menu has a wide variety of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Grab a seat at the original Al Capone bar and enjoy drinks before or after dinner. And don't forget to check out our unique guitar wall. You will not be disappointed in this gem!PLEASE KNOW THE RESTAURANT IS ONLY OPEN ON CERTAIN DATES. PLEASE CALL 630-962-7000 TO CHECK AVAILABILITY.

9. McNally's Pub

4.7

Exceptional(18)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • St. Charles

Imagine a place where everyone is welcomed and makes you feel right at home! Look no further than McNally’s Traditional Irish Pub. A pillar in the community, McNally’s has served St. Charles for 25 years! Looking for authentic Irish ambiance? Our management team was born & raised in Ireland. That’s just part of the reason we’re “Like Ireland…only closer!” Known for Fish n’ Chips, Corned Beef & Cabbage and Bangers & Mash, McNally's is also the perfect place in town to get a pint of Guinness and amazing Irish Whiskeys. If you are looking for true authentic food and a traditional atmosphere, McNally’s is a must stop.

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

4.6

Exceptional(6221)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Charles

Booked 107 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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DanielVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Lovely service and food. One of our favorite restaurants in St. Charles.
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La ZaZa Trattoria - St. CharlesPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles
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4.8
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AndrewVIP
Nebraska •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
It was a very good dining experience. The food was good and the live music was fun and lively.
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Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. CharlesPrice: Moderate• Brewery• St. Charles
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4.7
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Sherry
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Really nice ambiance, if a party of 1 or 2 request a sofa seat. It's in a separate room and more quiet. The service was excellent, everything came incredibly fast. We shared the pepperoni flatbread, but the charcuterie board looked amazing. The gnocchi in vodka sauce was good, as were the mini cannolis. We went before a concert, but would go just for a meal, drinks and appetizers, or dessert. There is a cover charge if there is entertainment, but not if you go earlier.
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Club Arcada 1920s SpeakeasyPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles
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4.7
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KarenVIP
Chicago / Illinois •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
They had a large Christmas Eve crowd and they handled it well. Our server was very attentive and friendly. She noted she was normally with the business office but was happy to help out on the holiday. And she was great with us, including helping out with wine pairing to our meals. The hostess accommodated our request for a standard table vs a high top. We were fine with the relatively short wait required as Nick at the bar was also very friendly and attentive, even remembering us even though we’ve only been there twice before. Food was great. Enjoyable, festive experience all around!
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Mio ModoPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. Charles
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4.7
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Maree
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Excellent food and service. It was Christmas Eve and we were not rushed at all.
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Portofino'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Campton Hills
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4.7

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Club Arcada 1920s Speakeasy

2. Mio Modo

3. Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

4. Portofino's

5. La ZaZa Trattoria - St. Charles

6. Whiskey Bend

7. Balmoral Restaurant

8. Rock 'N Ravioli - St. Charles

9. McNally's Pub

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

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