Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Waterloo, Illinois

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Madrina

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Webster Groves

Booked 30 times today

An intimate venue in the heart of Old Webster Groves, the Madrina team is ready take our guests back to a time where dining out was a cherished experience shared by family and friends. We are proud to showcase our Italian heritage and love for human connection through a menu carefully curated by Chef Max Crask and owners Frank Romano and Stanley Browne. We are so excited to have you!

2. Café Napoli

4.8

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 26 times today

Café Napoli is a family owned restaurant, established in 1989 by Tony and Kathy Pietoso. Quickly becoming a success, they moved the small basement restaurant to a larger location at the corner of Forsyth and Bemiston in the heart of Clayton. In 2003, sons Ande and Kye expanded their family restaurant by adding Bar Napoli, a swank cocktail lounge. A few years later, Napoli Reserve was added onto Bar Napoli allowing for private event space and an additional bar and lounge for the weekends. After years of a flourishing business, Kathy and Tony decided to take their ventures West to Town and Country where they opened their second location, Napoli2, managed by Ande. Kye has taken the reigns from his father and is now the front man for the 8,000 square foot establishment in Clayton. Café Napoli and Bar Napoli have recently undergone a face lift inside and out. Inside the kitchen, Executive Chef from Napoli2 Jon Berger was recently added to the team, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the regional Italian specialties.

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3. The Capital Grille - St. Louis - Clayton

4.8

Exceptional(2067)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Clayton

Booked 74 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

4. The Crossing

4.9

Exceptional(2550)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Clayton

Booked 18 times today

Featuring local "farm to table" cuisine using a breadth of farmers in the Missouri and Illinois communities. When asked to define of The Crossing, Owner/Executive Chef Jim Fiala often says that he is a chef that buys locally whenever possible and cooks as any French and/or Italian chef would given the ingredients sourced. Joining Jim is Chef Thu Rein Oo who brings passion and years of experience to the kitchen. Our food is fresh, organic (whenever possible), seasonal and by design very simple. The Crossing stays true to classic techniques and the chefs love showing off their skills and passion for elegant food.

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5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

4.8

Exceptional(7100)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 52 times today

Charlie Gitto's On the Hill is a landmark for fine Italian dining in The Hill neighborhood of St. Louis.

6. 801 Fish - STL

4.6

Exceptional(2148)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Clayton

Booked 31 times today

801 Fish offers only globally sourced finned fish and crustaceans from the world's most pristine waters. You'll find chef driven cuisine coupled with exemplary service in a sophisticated and modern aquatic atmosphere at the Clayton restaurant across the street from its sister, 801 Chophouse. In addition to our beautiful and social distanced dining room, we offer limited outdoor seating, available on a first come first served basis.

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7. Fleming's Steakhouse - St. Louis

4.5

Awesome(1715)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Frontenac

Booked 35 times today

Fleming's Steakhouse in St. Louis is a fantastic spot to celebrate birthdays. The reviews show that they go all out to make special occasions memorable. One customer mentioned, 'We had a great night celebrating a birthday and were treated well from the very start.' Another said, 'I celebrated my birthday and the food was great.' The restaurant's description also highlights its suitability for special occasions. So, if you're planning to celebrate a birthday, Fleming's Steakhouse is definitely worth considering.

8. Frida’s

4.8

Exceptional(188)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • University City

Booked 3 times today

Frida’s and Bonito Bar serve bold, scratch-made dishes like braised short ribs, award-winning burgers, and fresh juice margaritas. Our sleek, intimate space features carrara marble tables, flattering low lighting and a gold-ceiling bar—the perfect setting to dine in style. Recently voted Best Chef 2024 by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chef Natasha Kwan crafts every dish with precision and passion. Located just north of Clayton, Frida’s blends sophistication, exceptional flavors and a setting made for those who appreciate the finer things.

9. Acero

4.9

Exceptional(2735)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Maplewood

Booked 20 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine in the heart of Maplewood that features fresh ingredients from local farmers as well as an all Italian wine list.

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10. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - St Louis

4.9

Exceptional(685)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Frontenac

Booked 3 times today

Mariposa at Neiman Marcus in St. Louis is a perfect spot for birthday celebrations, as per the reviews. Patrons have praised the attentive service, delicious food, and lovely birthday dessert presentation. One reviewer even mentioned a special birthday brownie topped with vanilla ice cream. It's a place where birthdays are celebrated with care and attention to detail, making it a memorable experience.

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Christine
Atlanta Metro •13 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food, service and ambience were all outstanding. There is a reason Napoli has been a local favorite for several decades.
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Café NapoliPrice: Moderate• Italian• Clayton
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4.8
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Stan
St. Louis •14 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Service was great. Loved our waitress. Location is great. Food is good. I have had better lasagna but it was still good.
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Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'Price: Expensive• Italian• The Hill
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4.8
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robertVIP
St. Louis •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were delighted with the exceptional food we enjoyed at Madrina! The appetizer of ricotta cheese, toasted bread and honey sounded simple, but was so delicious. We also enjoyed our entrees, a pasta with shrimp, artichokes, and tasty cream sauce, and pollo Marsala. Both entrees were outstanding. Our server was pleasant and helpful, offering a taste of the wine before we ordered it. The service all evening was great. We can’t wait to go back!
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MadrinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Webster Groves
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4.5
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Paul
St. Louis •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food is always fantastic...my favorite at lunch is the salmon salad with avocado and mango. A delicious combination. We were lucky enough to be served by Jason, who is friendly, energetic and a perfect waiter.
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The Capital Grille - St. Louis - ClaytonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Clayton
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4.8
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David
St. Louis •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Servers have superb knowledge of the menu offerings and are able to excellent guide diners. Excellent accommodations for gluten allergy.
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The CrossingPrice: Very Expensive• French• Clayton
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4.9

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Madrina

2. Café Napoli

3. The Capital Grille - St. Louis - Clayton

4. The Crossing

5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

6. 801 Fish - STL

7. Fleming's Steakhouse - St. Louis

8. Frida’s

9. Acero

10. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - St Louis

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