Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Western Kentucky / SW Indiana? 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!

Cavanaugh’s On The River

4.9

4.9 (1212)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Evansville, IN

About the restaurant

Flawless steaks. Fresh seafood. Impeccable service. Enjoy the finest cuisine paired with sweeping river views. Cavanaugh’s is the perfect place for the perfect evening.

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Jared

Dined 7 days ago

Food service and the atmosphere was all top notch highly recommend

Anna's Greek Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (894)

$30 and under

Greek

Bowling Green

About the restaurant

We are one of the most exciting fine dining restaurants in Bowling Green, Kentucky, renowned for our authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Our exquisite collection of wines will enliven your senses, and our gourmet Greek, Italian, German, French and Turkish entrees will satisfy even the most demanding appetites. So bring your friends, colleagues and loved ones to Anna’s to share a memorable dinning experience that will invigorate your body and satisfy your soul!

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Kelly

Dined 7 days ago

Every bite was delicious! The service is always excellent. It is a favorite of ours

The Mixer

4.9

4.9 (302)

$30 and under

American

Hopkinsville

About the restaurant

Contact: themixerky@gmail.com

The Mixer restaurant is in the historic 6th district in downtown Hopkinsville KY. Come see the newly renovated building that housed the iconic Young Hardware store from 1898 to 2017.
Get that big city experience in small town Kentucky with an open concept dining room, original brick walls, a beautiful centerpiece bar made from reclaimed wood, and balcony seating that overlooks the space.
We match the ambiance with a menu of handcrafted seasonal dishes, craft cocktails, gourmet coffees and homemade desserts. We also strive to source products from local businesses to showcase what this city has to offer.
Our food is best described as new American with Southern flare and international inspirations.
Some of our most popular dishes include: Shrimp and Grits, Double Cut Pork Chop, and Cold Smoked Crispy Skinned Salmon.

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Gina

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Great food, service was awesome!! Will return! Good value

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Mother's Day

Patti's 1880's Settlement

4.8

4.8 (8065)

$31 to $50

American

Grand Rivers

About the restaurant

Patti's Settlement 1880's...
where people come for a relaxing weekend, a bite to eat, a casual stroll through town, unique shopping, an afternoon of golf or sailing...and a trip back into the past.

A reminder of when things moved slower.

Visit our recreated historical log cabin village tucked into the natural beauty of Western Kentucky. Fantastic Dining, Beautiful Gardens, Unique Gift Shops, Winding Streams, a Miniature Golf Course, Garden Café, & much more.

A true family place, where young and old can enjoy it all...together.

Voted #1 by Southern Living Magazine's Reader's Choice Award for Best Small Town Restaurant in Southeast U.S.

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Barbara

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

As always, another enjoyable afternoon at Patti’s lunching, shopping & enjoying the beautiful grounds.

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Bridges Dining Company

4.8

4.8 (382)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

Metropolis

About the restaurant

Bridges Dining Company is located at 101 Ferry Street in Metropolis, IL inside Harrah's Metropolis Casino. Enjoy a tasty brunch with friends or make plans for a delicious dinner and drinks. Bridges Dining Company puts a spin on your classic favorites along with several options from land and sea.
Reservations are recommended on Weekends and Holidays. Due to spacing demands, we ask that you contact the restaurant directly for parties of 5 or more.

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Holly

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Food was ok. Nothing amazing. Our service, on the other hand, was AMAZING!!!

BRU Burger Bar - Evansville

4.8

4.8 (294)

$30 and under

Burgers

Evansville, IN

About the restaurant

The hamburger is over 100 years old. It’s a classic, purely American, and an icon. The hamburger is the people’s sandwich, everyman’s food. BRU is an ode to our love….the Burger. Paired with a beer, we can’t imagine what could be much better. Join us at BRU Burger Bar. We look forward to serving you! BRU Burger Bar is proudly operated by Cunningham Restaurant Group.

Bru Burger serves Creekstone burger products, which are Halal certified.

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Annalise

Dined 1 day ago

The inside is stunning, and the staff was all very friendly! For how nice the restaurant was, I was surprised by the affordable options! Definitely recommend!

T. Lawson’s Grill

4.8

4.8 (408)

$30 and under

American

Grand Rivers

About the restaurant

T Lawson's Bar and Grill is a popular restaurant known for its unique menu items and delicious chef creations. One of the guest favorites is the Gooey Smash Burger with a Pepper Bacon Jam, which combines juicy burgers with a savory bacon jam for a mouthwatering combinations. Another popular dish is the "low country" Shrimp and Grits, a Southern classic with a T Lawson's twist. Other options include Steak, Brisket Nachos and the "Chef Kevin's choice" Chicken Marsala, quickly gaining popularity in becoming as beloved as Patti's 1880's Settlement (our owner) famous 2" Pork Chop. With T Lawson's creative and flavorful dishes, it is a must-visit for food enthusiasts looking for a unique dining experience

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David

Dined 7 days ago

Our server, Kristina, was wonderful. Great service along with great people skills.

Tony's of Bowling Green

4.8

4.8 (606)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Bowling Green

About the restaurant

A Tony Ricci restaurant best known for combining the classic American steakhouse with fresh modern fare, an expansive and diverse wine list, matched with award winning service.

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Kevin

Dined 1 day ago

Went to Tony's for a birthday dinner. From start to finish everything was excellent. Food is very good.

The Wake Club

4.7

4.7 (92)

$31 to $50

American

Grand Rivers

About the restaurant

If you are looking for lunch and dinner, where Grand Rivers locals and KY Lake boaters eat - The Wake Club is it! An upscale atmosphere and a friendly staff welcomes you, as you enjoy handcrafted drinks and chef-driven recipes. Located on the property of Lighthouse Landing Resort & Marina at mile marker 24.2 on Kentucky Lake. Our patio, both covered and uncovered, offers the only sunset views of KY Lake. Stunning decor welcomes guests for public dining and availability for private, catered events.

We offer an extensive selection of fine wines, top shelf liquors, and the iPourit: a self-serve draft beer system. Pair these with delicious dishes, ranging from Colorado Steaks, 14oz Pork Chops, Airline Roasted Chicken, Margherita Pizza, and the House Chicken Sandwich to our chef choice ‘Catch of the Week’.

Live music each Saturday night, beginning at 6pm. Dinner reservations are suggested on Friday and Saturday.

Executive Chef Alex
The Wake Club Crew

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Crunch

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

We love The Wake Club. Tonight the food was as always incredible

Garrison Oak Steakhouse

4.5

4.5 (1140)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Oak Grove

About the restaurant

The elegant dining space features curved mahogany ceiling and richly decorated over sized booth seating that will take you on a culinary journey exceeding your expectations. The quality of the food, the energy, and the impeccable service all combine to ensure your dining pleasures transcend like no other. Our chefs have sourced the finest beef, pork, chicken and cold water seafood and brought them right here to Oak Grove for your enjoyment.

Call (270) 984-4290 for reservations during restaurant hours or call (270) 666-1625 outside of restaurant hours.

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Ronald

Dined 2 days ago

Mr Carlos has always been a friend of my family's for years, Carlos is the ultimate professional and it's always best in class with this customer service.. the young African-American male I think his name was Mario... Extremely friendly... My wife and I really appreciate the atmosphere and the service... May the 7th was my birthday and they presented me with a lovely dessert... The Garrison's Oak steakhouse is one of the best in the city.. I will always be returning thanks Ronald r Brown

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