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

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Updated December 05, 2024

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

Juliet's Tavern

4.8

4.8 (418)

$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!

Top review

Dave

Dined 2 days ago

Food was great! Service was good. Restaurant was busy!

Cut 158 Chophouse

4.8

4.8 (1240)

$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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Tom

Dined 3 days ago

The fisherman’s platter starter was fantastic. The grilled octopus was especially good. Er than the octopus I’ve had in Greece. My filet was cooked perfectly. My parter said she thought that those were possibly the best lamb chops, ever.

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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 (1520)

$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.

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cherylvip

Dined 2 days ago

Our service with Mariah was perfect. Our food was delicious.

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4.7

4.7 (2122)

$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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Beverlyvip

Dined 6 days ago

Everyone really enjoyed their choices of food, the decor and service. Only warning is to be sure to go hungry for large portions.

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Mr. Benny's Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (734)

$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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Robert

Dined on Dec 3, 2024

The bone in ribeye was far below acceptable I understand the ribeyes makeup but there wasn’t much on this pc that was edible

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

4.7

4.7 (5020)

$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.

Top review

Jerivip

Dined 2 days ago

As a frequent visitor to Cooper’s Hawk, the food is always wonderful. This was the first time I had had Chelsea as a server and she was really delightful. So friendly and efficient and personable.

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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

Mousa Greek Taverna

4.7

4.7 (179)

$31 to $50

Greek

Joliet

About the restaurant

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

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Annamariaa

Dined 7 days ago

We had an excellent experience. My friend had never tried Greek cuisine she enjoyed her meal. The waitress was amazing. Dessert was delicious.

Seasons 52 - Orland Park

4.7

4.7 (158)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food and service!! Super accomodation for food allergies.

Primal Cut Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (3190)

$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

Top review

Stacievip

Dined 5 days ago

The food , service and atmosphere was fantastic as usual! We love Primal Cut!

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Texas de Brazil - Orland Park

4.5

4.5 (1816)

$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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Delvin

Dined 1 day ago

The food was great, and the service was excellent.

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Popular dish

Lamb Chops

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