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Firefly Grill
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.8(3,122)The kitchen is the heart of the Campbell house which is why we created an expedition kitchen so customers can see all of the love and hard work that goes into our dishes. firefly's vision is a sustainable one; the frame of the building is recycled steel, all of the barn wood is reclaimed as is much of our furniture, the pond irrigates our gardens which greatly reduce our carbon footprint along with all the trash that comes with packaging food, we compost, are constantly upgrading our energy efficiency and NEVER use chemical fertilizers or pesticides in our garden.Hamilton Walker's
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(1,790)Hamilton Walker's is the community's gathering place. Founded by three long-time residents of Champaign, this modern steakhouse with a chic 1940's Hollywood vibe is an inviting backdrop for meeting, dining, and socializing; for friends, family, and business; for toasting special events and celebrating life. Our mission is to offer memorable food and flawless service in an extraordinary setting. Stewarded by widely-respected culinarian, Chef Zachary Schweig, Hamilton Walker's never disappoints. The menu-created from the finest premium aged meats, freshest seafood, and hand-selected produce-offers a superior dining experience, presented with Hamilton Walker's signature flair.
Maldaner's
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.7(431)Established in 1884, Maldaner's Restaurant and Catering is one of Springfield's finest restaurants. If you have visited The Old State Capitol, Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana-Thomas House or the State Capitol, you can imagine the wonderful celebrations Maldaner's likely was a part of at the turn of the last century and to the present day.
Today, under the guidance of Chef-Owner Michael Higgins, Maldaner's respects tradition while offering the best of contemporary American fine dining in our historical setting.
Chef Higgins features seasonal local and regional ingredients influenced by Mediterranean composition and preparation.
Heirloom vegetables, humanely raised meats and Slow Food all artistically prepared and presented.
Welcome to Maldaner's in downtown Springfield. We hope you enjoy your visit each time you dine at Maldaner's.Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Springfield, IL
$$$$•American•4.5(3,859)Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.
William B's - Par-A-Dice Hotel & Casino
$$$$•Steak•4.6(287)Enjoy a dining experience founded on flavor and built on exceeding expectations with succulent steaks, seafood, pasta and more! It's an experience you'll want to share...with cuisine you'll be tempted to keep all to yourself.The FourNine
$$$$•American•4.6(323)Small restaurant packed with an amazing menu, and cold beer. We give Mt Zion a flavor profile that you do not get in any other restaurant in town.
See what locals rave about in Central Illinois
- JJacquelineSt. Louis •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoNeal was great. 👍 He was very enjoyable and efficient.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Springfield, IL$$$$• American• Springfield•4.5
- MRMirandaRIowa •2 reviews5.0Dined on 30 Oct 2026We had the best anniversary dinner last night. The food and service were both amazing. We love coming here.More infoMaldaner's$$$$• Contemporary American• Springfield•4.7
- JJohnChicago / Illinois •11 reviews5.0Dined on 28 Oct 2026Great food - celebrating with my flight instructor and our wives. Fresh seafood like nowhere else in the Peoria area.More infoJonah's Seafood House$$$$• Seafood• Peoria/East Peoria•4.7
- GGaryGoldHouston •5 reviews4.0Dined on 31 July 2026Enjoyed this gem for an early dinner as we were traveling through Springfield. We enjoyed a curated cheese plate, flatbread, and a generous salad for a reasonable price. Highly recommend.More infoBloom Wine Bar & Florals$$$$• Wine Bar• Springfield•4.9
- GgiannaChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined on 4 May 2026Went here for me and my boyfriends one year and had the best pb and j burger and buffalo chicken wrap of our lives I'm not glazing this place it's so good.More infoBarrel House$$$$• Unspecified• Bloomington / Normal•4.3
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Discover Central Illinois
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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The best reviewed restaurant in Central Illinois is Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery (opens in a new tab)
The best vegan restaurants in Central Illinois are Firefly Grill (opens in a new tab), Siegfried’s Supper Club (opens in a new tab) and Jonah's Seafood House (opens in a new tab)
The best vegetarian restaurants in Central Illinois are Firefly Grill (opens in a new tab), Siegfried’s Supper Club (opens in a new tab) and Jonah's Seafood House (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best service in Central Illinois are Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery (opens in a new tab), Red Lobster - Bloomington - Eldorado Rd. (opens in a new tab) and Windsor's Pub (opens in a new tab)
The restaurants with the best ambience in Central Illinois are Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery (opens in a new tab), Bloom Wine Bar & Florals (opens in a new tab) and The Axe Bar (opens in a new tab)
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