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- JJenniChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing atmosphere and fantastic food! Our waitress was lovely and very helpful. I will be back more often for sure.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Springfield, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Springfield•4.5
- KKelseyChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoWe had a wonderful waitress and experience at Jonah’s on Saturday night. My husband order shrimp with his filet and the kitchen plated fried shrimp instead of grilled. My husband didn’t mind, but the waitress noticed and was quick to make it right. The grilled shrimp that he ordered were going to be a 15 minute wait, so she gave us a free dessert instead. The food was amazing, and the service was top notch.More infoJonah's Seafood HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Peoria/East Peoria•4.7
- LLindsay1 review4.0Dined 4 days agoMade a reservation for 7:45 and waited for over an hour, along with 20 other people. The staff had no clue what was going on and could not seat everyone when there were clearly tables open. Our server was great but you could tell she was burnt out, they all wereMore infoRed Lobster - Springfield - Dirksen ParkwayPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Springfield•4.1
- MMiltonChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoMy wife and I celebrated Valentine’s Day on February 14, 2025. We both ordered the surf and turf (steak and lobster) from the special valentine menu which included baked potatoes and asparagus, as well as a salad. Both steak and lobster were a good size and were very succulent. As an appetizer we had baked goat cheese with garlic crostinis. It was also very delicious. The ambience was fitting for the occasion and the service was good. Overall we had a great dining experience.More infoBaxters American GrillePrice: Expensive• American• Bloomington / Normal•4.5
- AAustinChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Feb 11, 2025We had a wonderful experience at Revery. Great decor, friendly and prompt service, and awesome food. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for great quality food and drinks.More infoReveryPrice: Expensive• American• Bloomington / Normal•4.5
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With flavors from all over the world, the Central Illinois area is home to some of the state’s most diverse dining options. For starters, you can sample some American favorites, such as chicken wings, halibut, and cream of mushroom soup, in a warm and inviting farm-to-table roadhouse. If you'd like to try some south-of-the-border flavors, you won't be disappointed. Head to one of the many nearby Mexican restaurants for authentic dishes or sample something new like octopus carnitas or black cod. There's also a selection of French restaurants that offer elegant dining atmospheres and traditional meals like steak tartare, rillette of pork, and turban of lobster.
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Central Illinois is The Axe Bar
The best vegan restaurants in Central Illinois are Baxters American Grille - Champaign, Revery and Saffron Social
The best vegetarian restaurants in Central Illinois are Baxters American Grille - Champaign, Hamilton Walker's and Firefly Grill
The restaurants with the best service in Central Illinois are Red Lobster - Bloomington - Eldorado Rd., Industry Brewing and Midway Duck Inn
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Central Illinois are Red Lobster - Bloomington - Eldorado Rd., Industry Brewing and Midway Duck Inn