The Best 6 Restaurants Near Carpenter Park Nature Preserve

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1. Bloom Wine Bar & Florals

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Springfield

Bloom Wine Bar & Florals is a one-of-a-kind destination on the Old State Capitol Plaza in downtown Springfield, located just behind the statues of Abe and Mary Todd Lincoln. Voted Downtown’s Best New Business in 2024, Bloom combines an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere with a unique floral twist. Enjoy over 80 wines, craft cocktails, and signature bites including a build-your-own charcuterie bar, gourmet dips, small plates, flatbreads, chocolate fondue, and artisan chocolates. Guests can also explore our DIY floral bar or join us for monthly wine & food pairing classes, floral arranging workshops, and special events like charcuterie classes and paint nights. Sip, savor, and create at Bloom.

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2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Springfield, IL

4.4

Awesome(3691)

Price: Moderate

• American • Springfield

Booked 65 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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3. Long 9 at Crowne Plaza Springfield

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Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Springfield

The Long 9 Restaurant is our featured restaurant and it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our elegant and inviting atmosphere is the perfect host for you, your family, and your business associates. Start your meal at The Rosewood Dining Room with a classic combination of the house special lobster bisque and classic Caesar salad. Another popular appetizer is the fingerling potatoes. The menu offers a variety of gourmet sandwiches that you can enjoy for a main course at lunch. For dinner, try traditional American specialties like the filet mignon entrée.

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4. Red Lobster - Springfield - Dirksen Parkway

4.0

Excellent(21)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Springfield

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

5. The FourNine

4.7

Exceptional(274)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Zion

Booked 16 times today

Small restaurant packed with an amazing menu, and cold beer. We give Mt Zion a flavor profile that you do not get in any other restaurant in town.

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6. Red Lobster - Forsyth

4.2

Awesome(5)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Decatur

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. Bloom Wine Bar & Florals

2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Springfield, IL

3. Long 9 at Crowne Plaza Springfield

4. Red Lobster - Springfield - Dirksen Parkway

5. The FourNine

6. Red Lobster - Forsyth

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