41 Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Edison Park

1. Cafe Touche

4.8

Exceptional(1717)

$$$$

• Bistro • Edison Park

Booked 17 times today

A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I

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2. A + Italian Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(99)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Edison Park

Booked 3 times today

The A+ ExperienceEmbark on a culinary journey with A+ Italian Steakhouse. Established in 2024, our mission is to offer a delightful dining experience in the heart of Edison Park. Through our passion and expertise, we have perfected the art of crafting fresh, flavorful, and unforgettable dishes.

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3. Daisies Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(1003)

$$$$

• American • Logan Square

Booked 105 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

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4. Boka

4.8

Exceptional(7757)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park

Booked 92 times today

Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

5. Ada Street

4.9

Exceptional(1235)

$$$$

• American • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 56 times today

Ada Street is a special occasion restaurant that has received high praises for its quality food and service. With reviews highlighting it as an 'amazing experience', 'fantastic place', and 'outstanding food', it's clear that Ada Street is a go-to spot for celebrations. The restaurant's intimate and romantic atmosphere, along with its attentive staff, adds to its appeal for special occasions.

6. Brasero

4.8

Exceptional(769)

$$$$

• Contemporary Latin • West Town

Booked 63 times today

Named one of Robb Report's Top 10 Best New Restaurants in the country, Brasero brings Latin American passion and Midwestern grit to Chicago's West Town neighborhood. This exciting, high-energy space showcases Chef John Manion’s wood-fired, South American inspired cooking, culminating from decades of experience. Brasero showcases the traditions of South American wood fired cooking with flame grilled steaks and shellfish, refreshing crudos and ceviche, and other seasonally inspired dishesBrasero boasts an exclusively South American wine list with 100 bottles of wine under $100 dollars for you to explore along with cold cocktails and local beers. Join us every Sunday at the bar for all day Happy Hour or Wednesday for half off bottles of wine all night!For reservations of groups of 7 or more, email us at info@braserochicago.com or call (872)342-2079. We ask that these parties participate in one of our two large party menus. For more details, please contact us.

7. Itoko

4.8

Exceptional(881)

$$$$

• Japanese • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 65 times today

Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” meaning “cousin” in Japanese, refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection.

8. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8922)

$$$$

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 94 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Enjoy dinner service daily, weekday happy hour only on our patio from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday Brunch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $20 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

9. Beatnik West Town

4.5

Awesome(179)

$$$$

• Global, International • West Town

Booked 20 times today

An exotic neighborhood escape with globetrotting cuisine, tropical cocktails, bohemian interiors, and a great place to watch sports in Chicago’s West Town. Named after the Bohemian freethinkers of the 1950s and ’60s, Beatnik West Town channels the Beatnik generation’s sense of style, aspiration, and rebellion to create an exotic escape with maximalist interiors and lush gardens.Mirroring our design-through-storytelling whimsy, Beatnik’s culinary team takes guests on a globetrotting journey that starts in the Eastern Mediterranean, moves westward across Northern Africa and finishes across the Atlantic with the flavors of Mexico.Beatnik’s beverage team makes tropical cocktails that are savory and fresh, with inventive recipes that follow a no-waste sensibility. Our wine list is a compact attaché that contains the story of winemakers who make wine in lesser-known regions of the Mediterranean and the Americas.

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10. The Little Gem Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1285)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 8 times today

An Intimate, Stylish Little Restaurant, Elegant and Romantic With a Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere A Relaxed Fine Dining Experience. Casual / Smart All Feel At EaseDINERS CHOICE AWARD EVERY YEARChef Stas drives our menu with fresh, seasonal dishes that are creative, delicious & always beautifully presented.DATE NIGHT SPECIAL Sunday - Thursday 3 Course Dinner For 2 w/Bottle Wine $125 per couple.Reservations Recommended - Walkins Always Welcome.Full Bar Speciality Bourbon Collection, Fine Wines, Craft Cocktails.Additional Party / Private Dining Venue Right Next Door Just as cosy, warm & inviting, same delicious menu plus shareable small plates. A Hip, Cocktail Lounge w/cocktail tables, high tops & table seating.PRIVATE PARTIES for up to 70 Guests in either dining room.Visit https://encorelittlegem.comGift Cards, Private Parties, Customized Menus. Call (917) 327 8997Located Downtown Oak Park known as Frank Lloyd Write Architectural District.We Look Forward to Serving You!

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1. Cafe Touche

2. A + Italian Steakhouse

3. Daisies Chicago

4. Boka

5. Ada Street

6. Brasero

7. Itoko

8. Mon Ami Gabi

9. Beatnik West Town

10. The Little Gem Restaurant

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