Restaurants near Nelson Lake County Forest Preserve

38 restaurants available nearby

1. Hardware

4.8

Exceptional(3758)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aurora

Booked 62 times today

Hardware is a Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery, complete with greenhouse and Organic Hop Farm.

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2. Acquaviva Winery & Ristorante- Batavia

4.5

Awesome(395)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Batavia

Booked 24 times today

In the Italian tradition of gathering around the table, authentic ingredients, and quality wines, we welcome you to Acquaviva Winery.

3. Villa Verone

4.8

Exceptional(2446)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Geneva

Booked 15 times today

For a taste of old Italy, head to Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano, housed in an 1849 historic stone home in downtown Geneva. For over 27 years, Villa Verone has embraced the values of authentic southern Italian cooking and an Italian family. Come and enjoy a delicious meal, great atmosphere and fabulous service. Celebrate your next special event with us. Private rooms available.

4. The Walrus Room

4.6

Exceptional(261)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Geneva

Booked 21 times today

The Walrus Room is a supper club of sorts . A premier fine dining experience in downtown Geneva. From fresh seafood and locally farmed produce to heritage breed pork and prime beef. The Walrus room presents an eclectic seasonal menu along with fantastic one of a kind cocktails, local craft beer options and a carefully curated wine selection. Come enjoy the intimate atmosphere and experience service that is second to none in the Fox Valley. Whether celebrating with friends and family or out for a date night, The Walrus Room delivers with great food, drinks service and atmosphere.

5. Swordfish

4.7

Exceptional(251)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Batavia

Booked 3 times today

Swordfish – Running strong in its 13th year, first opened in Batavia in the spring of 2004. Swordfish is a contemporary sushi and grill restaurant that delivers fine dining at its best and leaves you with an experience that will have you coming back for more.

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6. Atwater's in The Herrington

4.8

Exceptional(1354)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Geneva

Booked 7 times today

Atwater's is a waterfront, intimate, fine dining experience in Geneva, IL. Our Executive Chef locally sources our menu and creates classical dishes with a modern touch. Our seasonal menu offers recipes that are nuanced to include ingredients that are at their peak of freshness. Atwater's offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week. Enjoy beautiful water and courtyard views, private dining space, and al fresco dining on our patio in season. Atwater's offers afternoon tea quarterly. We are nestled within The Herrington Inn, which is also a wedding venue, boutique hotel, spa, and corporate meeting venue. Open to the public and hotel guests, 365 days.

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7. Burger and Sushi House - Geneva

4.6

Exceptional(324)

Price: Moderate

• American • Geneva

Booked 27 times today

***WE STILL HAVE OPEN TABLES AND SEATS FOR WALK-IN CUSTOMERS. IF THERE ARE NO RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE WE KEEP SPACE OPEN FOR WALK-INS***Burger and Sushi House is a vibrant, modern restaurant serving fresh sushi, hand-crafted burgers, and other creative menu items that cater to any taste. We are perfect for large groups, families, or that special date night. Our extensive beer/wine/sake list and craft cocktails are perfectly paired with our delicious food menu. We look forward to serving you!

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8. Oak + Rose Tea Room

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4.6

Exceptional(3)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Geneva

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Oak + Rose Tea Room, where we specialize in boutique afternoon tea experiences designed to bring joy and relaxation through shared moments in a lovely setting.Come enjoy our meticulously planned afternoon tea gatherings in the picturesque Fox riverfront area of downtown Geneva, IL. Our focus on precision ensures a traditional yet elegant atmosphere, ideal for any gathering or special occasion.Embrace the London chic ambiance with a suggested dress code of dressy casual.Please note this experience is best suited for ages 3+. Booster seats, high chairs, and changing tables are not available at the restaurant at this time.

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9. Red Lobster - Geneva

4.2

Awesome(26)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Geneva

Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com

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

4.6

Exceptional(6195)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Charles

Booked 121 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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DavidB
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Meal was delicious! Went on a very busy evening with private parties. Definitely be back!
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Acquaviva Winery & Ristorante- BataviaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Batavia
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4.5
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WilliamVIP
Chicago / Illinois •70 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was excellent Great selection of beers including NA beers. The bartender was excellent too.
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HardwarePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Aurora
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4.8
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Patty
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I’ve dined here several times. Food, drinks and service are always great!
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Villa VeronePrice: Moderate• Italian• Geneva
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4.8
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Laura
Indiana •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Whenever I visit family in the area, we always dine here. It is always a delight. The cocktails are very old school and fabulous.
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The Walrus RoomPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Geneva
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4.6
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Tammi
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
We love the crab rangoon, parmesan truffle fries, and many of the specialty rolls. You can't go wrong with the BASH burger and my favorite burger is the Watt's Up.
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Burger and Sushi House - GenevaPrice: Moderate• American• Geneva
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4.6

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Hardware

2. Acquaviva Winery & Ristorante- Batavia

3. Villa Verone

4. The Walrus Room

5. Swordfish

6. Atwater's in The Herrington

7. Burger and Sushi House - Geneva

8. Oak + Rose Tea Room

9. Red Lobster - Geneva

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

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