Under the direction of executive chef Jason Tsoris, Atwater's is located inside the Herrington Inn and Spa along the Fox River in Geneva. AAA has given them the distinguished honor of four out of five diamonds on their diamond rating scale, putting Atwater's in a class above any other restaurant in the area.  Decor The sign outside Atwater's says "dramatic dining," and the ambiance is a large part of what helps deliver the drama. From plush dining chairs to the low lighting among a wall of windows overlooking the river, the dining room environment is a high-class experience. Outdoor dining is…

Intent on using more traditional methods of food preparation, Preservation Bread & Wine uses seasonal ingredients and freshly made breads to intensify the experience of wine and food. You'll find delicious gourmet sandwiches, cheese plates, soups and salads that all pair perfectly with an extensive wine list. Decor An unassuming ambiance in an intimate space gives even those of us who are unfamiliar with wine a comfortable and welcoming feeling. "Simple, yet deliciously elegant" is a theme carried throughout the restaurant from the decor to the menu.  The Drinks It's safe to assume that a …

Egg Harbor Cafe is a family-owned business with 15 locations throughout the area. Egg Harbor is only open from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., giving the staff the opportunity to perfect the most important meal of the day: breakfast.  Decor Egg Harbor's Geneva location makes you feel right at home with decor centered around simple country charm. As part of the relatively new downtown business district development, the restaurant has a fresh clean feeling inside a warm and friendly atmosphere. There's also an outdoor seating area to enjoy on a nice day.  The Drinks There's an extensive beverage menu that…

For more than 20 years, Chianti's has been serving deliciously simple Italian recipes. Located in the heart of Geneva's historic downtown district, the restaurant's outdoor seating and large glass windows make it a local favorite for atmosphere as well as standout Italian food.  Appetizers Chianti's appetizer menu showcases the usual Italian favorites, such as Bruschetta ($5.95) and Fried Calamari ($8.95), but the Cheese Mushrooms ($6.95) really shine as a starter option. The chef starts with mushroom caps and fills them with a cream-cheese ham mixture; the mushrooms are then topped with …

It's Memorial Day weekend, and you're probably thinking about firing up the grill and having family over for burgers and brats and the great American start of summer. But, if you'd rather not stand over a hot grill. Or maybe in your going to the Kane County Cougars Memorial Day weekend games, stop by the Country House for a great burger, outdoor dining and an affordable dinner out. Overview: Country House in Geneva has taken the original charm of its first Clarendon Hills location, which opened in 1922, and amplified it with a wrap-around cedar and beautiful landscaping overlooking a pond on …

Gratto Italian Tapas Bar opened its doors to downtown Geneva in 2008 serving Italian inspired tapas, pizza and panini. The menu and wine changes monthly in order to offer customers the freshest ingredients possible. Decor Rustic and comfortable are the two words to best describe Gratto’s atmosphere. Wine bottles are as much a part of the decor as they are a part of the menu, and it gives diners the feeling of being in a true Italian trattoria. There is a cozy outdoor seating area for fresh air dining during the spring and summer, and the downtown location makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a …

Gen-Hoe has been serving Chinese-American fare to Geneva since 1969. Everything from the restaurant's dining room style to the tropical-themed cocktails is part of the quality that has made this family-style Chinese restaurant a Geneva favorite. One thing is for sure: After a dining experience at Gen-Hoe, you'll never leave feeling hungry.  Decor The styling of Gen-Hoe's dining room carries a classic Asian theme throughout the space. Tufted draperies cover the round windows and gold tinged Asian art fills the walls. The white table cloths give an extra emphasis on simple elegance, and there's…

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Geneva Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: FOXFIRE  Overview  FoxFire has all the qualities of a classic Chicago-style steak house but uses its menu to modernize the meat-and-potatoes concept. Even though their signage clearly cites steaks, chops, and seafood, Foxfire's food talents reach far beyond what would be expected. Their downtown Geneva location makes them an accessible restaurant for a …

With family recipe's behind the success of Michaelangelo's deli counter and catering business, the domestic and imported meats and cheeses showcased in the coolers at the front of the restaurant are half of what makes the Italian deli sandwich so coveted; their delicious freshly baked bread covers the other half. Most everything in the deli case is available by the pound to take home, but Michaelangelo's flair for stacking a great sandwich makes it hard not to enjoy it in their house.  Decor This is a no-fuss deli when it comes to the ambiance. Wooden floors and Tuscan-colored walls are seen …

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: Wok' n Fire has a unique style that is reflected in delicious Pan Asian dishes and an ambiance created with decorative design elements. Upon entry, customers are greeted by a massive statue of Buddha soaring toward the lofty ceiling space, where color-changing light sculptures hang, casting a glow over the deep wood tones in the tables and chairs. Specialty …