Three Illinois Restaurants Among 'Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants In America'

CHICAGO, IL — Looking for something to do this Valentine's Day? Three Illinois restaurants made OpenTable's "100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America."

The rankings "reflect the combined opinions of more than 10 million restaurant reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners for more than 24,000 restaurants in all 50 states," according to OpenTable, so if you're looking to wow your significant other, here are some options to consider.

Geja's Cafe, 340 W. Armitage, Chicago (Lincoln Park)

The eatery's OpenTable listing notes that "romantic fondue dining & nightly flamenco & classical guitar music draw diners to this cozy café." Entrees include shrimp, scallop, lobster, chicken and beef fondues in various combinations, and kids under age 10 are not permitted.

The restaurant is offering three special reserved seatings for $85 per person at 4, 6:30 and 9 p.m. on Valentine's Day, with "a four-course fondue dinner complete with cheese fondue appetizer, salad, lobster, shrimp and beef entree and Geja’s famous flaming chocolate dessert fondue." As of Feb. 1, tickets remained for the 4 p.m. seating only.

The cafe was also hosting an 11-day Valentine's Festival Celebration from Feb. 10 to 20.

"We will be elegantly decorated and feature rose sparkling wines and champagnes, live flamenco and classical guitarists," according to Geja's website. "The Valentine’s festival will end with the popular celebration of marriage night, where couples receive a 1% discount off of their food bill based on the years they have been married."

Nick & Nino's Penthouse Steakhouse, 700 E. Adams St., Springfield

"Perched 30 stories above Springfield's capital city, Nick and Nino's Penthouse Steakhouse offers unparalleled food, ambiance and service," according to OpenTable.

The restaurant's menu includes appetizers like pan-seared crab cake bites and deconstructed goat cheese crostini, steaks and chops, seafood and pastas.

Located at the Wyndham Springfield City Centre, Nick & Nino's is offering a special prix-fixe menu from 5 to 10 p.m. on Valentine's Day, including an appetizer for two, soup or salad, entree, two side dishes and dessert for $75 per person. Reservations are required and can be made on OpenTable or by calling Denise Simon at 217-789-1530.

Perry Street Brasserie, 124 N. Commerce St., Galena

Unfortunately, according to its Facebook page, this popular eatery recently closed when chef Steve Dowe retired.

The eatery's OpenTable listing noted, "The Perry Street Brasserie is located in an 1836 historic building and offers casual, fine dining in an intimate setting. European gold-medal winning Master Chef Steve Dowe has cooked for The Beatles, European royalty and movie and sports personalities. His imaginative international menu changes monthly and uses organic and local ingredients when available."

On the bright side, according to the restaurant's Facebook page, a potential new owner is looking to buy Perry Street Brasserie and reopen.

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