Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Atlantic

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Atlantic? 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!

Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (3844)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Atlantic City’s finest dining experience, Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse, is now open for dine-in! Our award-winning menu boasts only the finest prime beef, including Ribeye, New York Strip and Filet Mignon. For those with a taste for something other than beef, we also offer Cold Water Australian Rock Lobster Tail, Szechuan Pepper Crusted Tuna, Berkshire Pork Chop and more. To top the evening off, enjoy a selection from our celebrated wine list, offering the most exquisite wines the world has to offer.

Top review

Denise

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food & atmosphere. Anna was our waitress & was very friendly and efficient. We definitely recommend eating here!

Il Mulino New York - Atlantic City

4.8

4.8 (3884)

$31 to $50

Italian

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

For over 40 years, Il Mulino New York has prepared authentic Abruzzese cuisine with unparalleled service.

Zagat has rated Il Mulino New York as Manhattan’s No. 1 Italian restaurant for decades and has said the restaurant provides "one-of-a-kind" cuisine filled with delicious flavors, creating an "outstanding Italian classic" restaurant where "every dish is a masterpiece."

Executive Chef Michele Mazza, who hails from Naples, Italy, has proudly carried this tradition since 2003. Fresh ingredients, artistic preparation and impeccable service distinguish Il Mulino New York as one of the world’s premiere restaurants. In addition to fine dining, Il Mulino New York provides excellent off-site catering and products.

Located on the first floor of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, close to the famed Boardwalk entrance, Il Mulino New York is a luxurious complement to a night on the town.

Top review

LisaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

So enjoyable. Food was amazing and service was outstanding.

Discover more

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Ventura's Dining Room at Ventura's Greenhouse

4.8

4.8 (93)

$50 and over

Italian

Margate

About the restaurant

The dining room at Ventura's Greenhouse is an absolute oasis. The space is intimate and romantic, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night out with friends. We have been offering Italian inspired cuisine for over 30 years. So come in and join us ... book your reservation now!!

Top review

Mark

Dined on Mar 8, 2025

Food and service was excellent nice portions and well prepared will be back!

Discover more

Experience

Hippity Hop, Easter’s On Its Way!!

Chart House Restaurant - Atlantic City

4.7

4.7 (6387)

$30 and under

Seafood

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

Top review

George

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience! Food and service were excellent. Downtown Sue Brown made our birthday celebration very special!

Jerry Longo's Meatballs & Martinis - Bally's Atlantic City

4.7

4.7 (969)

$31 to $50

Italian

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

LONGO’S brand originated in the Historic Federal Hill area in Providence, RI, where owner Jerry Longo, along with his talented culinary team, created a menu of “Italian Soul Food”. Longo restaurants are known to be frequently visited by well-known celebrities.

Using only the finest imported and the freshest local ingredients, LONGO’S menus are designed to inspire exploration and sharing. LONGO’S antipasto boards include authentic Italian specialty spread served on handcrafted olivewood. LONGO famous cavatelli bolognaise made to order, features 100% beef folded in pomodoro sauce and whipped ricotta. Or delight in the Chicken A la LONGO, featuring chicken franchese, lobster meat, broccoli, and fresh sliced mozzarella on a bed of creamy flavorful risotto will truly satisfy your taste buds.

Longo’s Meatballs & Martinis features custom craft cocktails and an extensive wine selection. Large offering of Italian red, white and sparkling wines by the glass.

Top review

Dave

Dined 4 days ago

The food was delicious and the service was excellent

Discover more

Popular dish

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA

Popular dish

MEATBALL SALAD A Longo Classic

Popular dish

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA

Nucky's Kitchen & Speakeasy

4.7

4.7 (485)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Ventnor City

About the restaurant

Nucky's Kitchen & Speakeasy is a dining destination with an upstairs elegant restaurant and lounge experience as well as a downstairs speakeasy with live music nightly. For larger parties please call and reserve tables!

Top review

Tony

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

The service was exeptional. There was an issue over the waiter misunderstanding my request for veal and he brought out lamb, which was sent back. The manager bent over backwards to try and take care of me, but at that point, I didn't want to order another dinner, as my wife already had hers. I settled for a sandsich. The French Onion Soup had plenty of cheese and onions, but it lacked flavor (Need more beef base and there was no hint of sherry), the Ceaser Salads were exceptional. My wife liked her pene a'la'vodka and the Chicken Cutlet Sandwich was exceptional. The atmosphere was great. I will go there again, based on the service and gerat attitude of the waiter (after realizing his mistake) and the manager.

Hell's Kitchen - Caesars Atlantic City

4.7

4.7 (3528)

$50 and over

American

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Hell’s Kitchen Atlantic City pulls themes from all of Gordon Ramsay’s ventures incorporating the Hell’s Kitchen show, his signature items, his fiery personality, and his overall brand to deliver a unique new restaurant. Open for dinner and drinks, Hell’s Kitchen is a bustling, large, and breathtaking space with a stunning mix of Hell’s Kitchen experiences, and modern décor. Its stunning interior will offer guests a premium experience with a stunning pitchfork chandelier feature that ties both levels of the restaurant together. Talented Chef’s hand selected from the Gordon Ramsay team will offer culinary delights. The menu will be a culmination of all things Gordon serving his signature dishes, memorable show items, and nationally trending food items. Kitchen take overs will be held and you’ll never know which celebrity Chef or previous Hell’s Kitchen contestant may stop by and prepare the meal of your life.

Top review

Judy

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful time having dinner and cocktails with great friends!

Discover more

Popular dish

beef wellington

Popular dish

sticky toffee pudding

Popular dish

lobster risotto

Chelsea 5 - Tropicana Atlantic City

4.6

4.6 (2919)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Tropicana’s Chelsea 5 in The Chelsea Tower offers guests an eclectic dining experience paired with panoramic ocean views and an adjacent outdoor terrace lounge where guests can choose from an extensive beer list, cocktails and small bites menu. Menu highlights include Blue Crab Mac N’ Cheese, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Curds and Honey Sriracha Shrimp for starters, the infamous Chelsea Burger, and entrees such as Double Cut Pork Chop, Grilled 8 ounce Filet Mignon, Cauliflower Steak, and Lobster Stuffed Salmon. Located 5th floor, Chelsea Tower.

Chelsea Five Terrace Lounge offers rooftop outdoor dining. Take in the views, vibes and chose from an extensive beer list, cocktails and small bites menu!

Top review

Patricia

Dined on Mar 9, 2025

Excellent food with a nice atmosphere. Awesome staff, everyone was very nice and accommodating. Would recommend and would return.

Discover more

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Atlantic City

4.5

4.5 (3729)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first class service from the Number One prime steak house in the world - Ruth's Chris Steak House. At Ruth's Chris Steak House - Atlantic city, you'll experience our contemporary decor coupled with distinctive dining traditions that you can only expect at the Number One steak house. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, we take steak seriously, but we're also serious about making sure you have a great time. So, whether you're looking for a place to unwind after a hectic day at work, planning a romantic dinner for two or that all important business meeting, feel free to laugh out loud and stay awhile and experience our sizzle.

Top review

Andre

Dined on Mar 11, 2025

as always great food Great serviceGreat time love

Discover more

Dos Caminos - Atlantic City

4.4

4.4 (103)

$30 and under

Mexican

Atlantic City

About the restaurant

Join the fiesta at Dos Caminos Atlantic City! Serving a menu of authentic Mexican dishes as well as an extensive selection of premium tequilas and delicious, innovative cocktails. Experience the multi-regional modern cuisine for dinner.

Top review

MsGriff

Dined on Mar 9, 2025

Great food, atmosphere and wonderful service. Very comfortable and the staff was very professional and knowledgeable about menu

Explore Diners' Choice best of Atlantic

Explore more Diners' Choice lists

Italian