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My top ST. CHARLES & GENEVA, IL recs 🍸
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items I grew up in the area, so I’ve been able to try so many restaurant, bars & boutiques around here! There really is something for everyone. Let me know if you try any of them 😊
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St. Charles, IL
Geneva, IL
St. Charles, IL
Love this restaurant! The outdoor patio has fire tables, and it’s such an incredible happy hour vibe! Their food and bourbon lemonade cocktails are also very tasty, they keep me coming back!
Whiskey Bend
This bar & brewery is such a St. Charles staple! Their food, drinks and atmosphere is always something that keeps me coming back. They also put out igloos outside on their patio during the winter which is so fun to sit in with friends!
St. Charles Brewery & Kitchen | Alter ...
I love that they expanded the patio at this restaurant, it’s such a vibe for summer happy hours! The pizza and cocktails are always amazing.
GIA MIA St Charles
This cocktail bar is perfect for a happy hour, girls night or date night! The only downside is they don’t have food, but for a couple craft cocktails it’s perfect! I love the French 75, it’s so yummy.
The Lewis
Love this Mexican restaurant, my friends and I will go for the margaritas happy hour and they’re so fresh & yummy. Also love the pineapple and bacon guac (you can pick your own toppings) and the pork tacos 😋
La Mesa Modern Mexican
This sushi place opened where the Wok n Fire used to be (so thank god for another sushi place that’s close!) and it’s sooo good! Love the vibes in there as well. Their orange chicken with rice is also terrific.
Moto iMoto Sushi | St. Charles, IL
Ohhhh the things I could rave about at this place! The happy hour with $2 oysters & $10 martinis is fabulous; my friends and I will go specially for this at the bar! Their brunch menu is also so tasty and the vibes are 10/10!
The Graceful Ordinary | St. Charles, IL
Love this vibe! It has an open air area with high top tables, and a large bar area as well on the other side! The food is surprisingly sooo good I’ve eaten there a few times!
Flagship on the Fox | St. Charles, IL
Geneva, IL
There hasn’t been a drink, appetizer, pizza or salad that I haven’t absolutely loved! Their strawberry Aperol spritz is the perfect patio cocktail.
Ella's Italian Pub
This restaurant is the cutest breakfast place in Geneva! So aesthetic and the food has always been delicious. Can never go wrong with the skillets and mimosa options.
Buttermilk Restaurants
Love this place ever since it came to Geneva! If you like New York style pizza, you’ll love this place. They also have garlic knots that are to die for!
Nemec Brothers Pizzeria
I love this restaurant, it’s perfect for sultry vibes and yummy drinks! My favorite things to get are the grilled bbq oysters (10/10) and a Hugo spritz. Their eggplant Parmesan is delectable as well.
Livia Italian Eatery
Their patio is everything! Such a great vibe with live music, string lights and yummy appetizers. You can’t go wrong with their wine selection, too!
Preservation
Love this restaurant! The lobster roll and Nashville hot chicken sandwich is soooo tasty! A little on the pricier side but great atmosphere for a girls night or date night.
Nobel House
I was so excited to try this place when they opened - and I’m so happy I did! It sounds like an odd combo but being able to get a taste of both pub food and sushi is so fun! Their sushi is incredible and the appetizer options are great too! Love the ...
Burger and Sushi House
If you love burgers, this is the place to go! They have so many great options to choose from, my favorite is the Wagyu smash burger. This place is a must try!
The Burger Local
This restaurant has the bestttt french fries ever, and the Mac & cheese is heaven! Every time I’ve been with my friends, the drinks are amazing as well. I’ll definitely keep coming back here!
Barrel + Rye
This cocktail bar + restaurant is such a cool vibe. I would stick to the drinks on their signature menu because those will taste the best in my opinion! They have great appetizer options as well, more like small plates.
Alchemist
This place is perfect for gifts, cute clothes and jewelry! It’s hard to leave this boutique without buying anything because it’s all sooo cute. It’s definitely worth checking out in Geneva!
Edie Boutique
This cute breakfast place is so yummy! I’ve gone a few times with friends and it never disappoints. Will always get the Bloody Mary and egg sandwich!
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