DINING

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD DELI & CAFE* 185 North Edison Ave. Elgin, Illinois (847) 888-9486	Since 2005, we have been exceeding our guests' satisfaction through the art of exceptional food and exceptional service, where you are always the guest! Whether dine-in, carry-out, or our catering service, we pledge to approach everything with honesty, integrity, professionalism, and your best interests at heart.
THE WALNUT SPEAKEASY* 214 Walnut Ave Elgin, IL 60123 (847) 695-2420	When you open the door for the first time, you'll feel warmed by The Walnut's cozy interior and awestruck by the amazing, ornate woodworking. The Walnut SpeakEasy serves traditional American fare. Featuring a full menu including Steak, Chicken, Fresh Seafood, Pork and Lamb recipes as well as Traditional and Classic Salads, tantalizing Appetizers and not-to-be-missed Desserts. All served in a sophisticated, yet casual atmosphere by servers that really care about your experience. Entrees range from $6.96 to $18.50.
CAFE ROMA* 2175 Point Blvd. Elgin, Illinois (847) 836-7662	Specializing in fresh, organic ingredients and featuring contemporary Italian cuisine with classic foundations. The lunch and carry-out menu features simple, fresh and delicious sandwhiches; light pasta dishes; abundant salads; and authentic stone oven pizza - all served briskly, in a casual but upscale cafe atmosphere. Open for dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings, the restaurant will delight guests with its elegant white tablecloth service and fully stocked bar.
FAT BOTTOM GIRLS ARTISAN DESSERTS and PASTRIES & ON OCCASION CATERING* 1276 East Dundee Road Palatine, Illinois (847) 963-76700	Your unique catering needs are the focus for On Occasion Catering & Events. Catering special events calls for attentive service, a gourmet's touch, and food made from scratch using the finest ingredients available. On Occasion Catering & Events is also delighted to announce the launch of our new artesian dessert and pastry line... "Fat Bottomed Girls"!
VILLA VERONE 13 Douglas Avenue Elgin, Illinois (847) 742-0263	For fine Italian dining, visit Villa Verone, where Pietro Verone combines the flavors of family recipes with a cozy atmosphere to bring you a unique and fun dining experience. Located less than two blocks from the Hemmens Theatre, join them for dinner and become a part of the family. Dinner entrée prices range from $12.95 to $18.95
ELGIN PUBLIC HOUSE 219 E. Chicago Street Elgin, Illinois (847) 468-8810	A great place to eat before or after the concert. The menu has something for everyone, from steaks, stuffed chops and fresh fish, to awesome salads, the best burgers in town, delicious soups and sandwiches. Located just a few blocks from the Hemmens, the Elgin Public House is warm and inviting, with a special focus on great service. Open for Lunch and Dinner, entrée prices range from $7.00 to $23.95
TOOM TOOM THAI 23 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 531-8755	Great Thai Food by Thai People - Downtown Elgin’s newest Thai restaurant offers a cozy, yet elegant atmosphere with authentic Thai cuisine at affordable prices. Located just south of the Hemmens Theatre in downtown Elgin, Toom Toom Thai is open for lunch and dinner offering entrée prices ranging from $7.95 to $9.95.
RED BAR WINERY & BISTRO 74 South Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120 847) 685-1659	Located in the heart of downtown Elgin, Red Bar's relaxed atmosphere, extensive wine selections and food made to compliment the wine they serve is a perfect spot to meet friends, celebrate an occasion or to relax at the end of the day. Sample a variety of appetizers, rustic pizzas, wine themed entrees and a large selection of cheese and meat plates. The menu changes frequently to reflect the local seasonal produce. Entrée prices range from $8.50 to $19.50.
MAD MAGGIE'S 51 South Grove Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 531-5883	Mad Maggie's in downtown Elgin is reinventing the nightlife. Boasting 3 Levels of complete entertainment all week long along with a growing menu and finely made specialty drinks. By day it is a beautiful restaurant with an open-air beer garden with table, booth or lounge seating available. Serving a variety of hand-crafted paninis, in-house smoked wings, ribs and all your favorite day and evening dishes. Prices range from $7.50 to $15.95.
PRIME BURGERHOUSE Grand Victoria Casino 250 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 531-PRIME	Bold. Beautiful. And oh so juicy. Prime BurgerHouse is a brand-new burger experience featuring the finest ingredients you'll ever find between a bun. Cabernet reduction, poblano mayo, applewood smoked bacon, and dozens of other ingredients that'll slap serious flavor across your face. Build your own meaty masterpiece or order one of their gourmet specialty burgers. Their chefs have reinvented old classics like the Surf & Turf burger and dreamed up fresh new tastes like the Prairie Fire Buffalo, while their bar serves up all sorts of tasty libations and conversations. Burgers range from $8.00 to $18.00.
JIMMY'S CHARHOUSE 2290 Point Blvd Elgin, Illinois (847) 783-0200	Jimmy’s Charhouse is famous for many homemade items. Great food and service in a warm atmosphere, it is the home of charbroiled steaks, chops and fresh fish. Full service bar and cocktail lounge. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.
AL'S CAFE AND CREAMERY Y43 Du Page CT Elgin, Illinois (847) 742-1180	You would not expect your soup choice to be Brazil de Cacao or Vegetable Creole at the local malt shop, but then again Al’s isn’t your run of the mill eatery. Al’s Café and Creamery provides its customers with comfort food alongside more innovative dishes that are sure to delight your pallet. Each dish is made from scratch, and tastes better than even Mom’s homemade dinners.
ALEXANDER'S RESTAURANT 725 N State St Elgin, Illinois (847) 888-41461	Alexander's was named after our great hero, Alexander The Great, from Macedonia, Northern Greece, where we are from. Our specialties include our fantastic baby back ribs that fall off the bone, charbroiled steaks & juicy prime rib that melt in your mouth, & a wide variety of glorious burgers.
EMMETT'S TAVERN & BREWING CO. 128 West Main Street West Dundee, Illinois (847) 428-4500	Famous for their fine handcrafted beers, Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Company boasts a lunch and dinner menu that thoroughly celebrates the fruits of our country's rich bounty. This handsomely appointed restaurant offers a variety of delicious soups, salads and entrees. Try a signature dish like Cedar Planked Whitefish or Roasted Rack of Pork with Emmett's Apricot Pale Ale Sauce. Dinner entree prices range from $12.95 to $22.95
THE ANVIL CLUB 309 Meier Street West Dundee, Illinois (847) 426-7710	Established in 1956, by 10 local businessmen, The Anvil Club is Chicago's premier private dining club. Renowned for great steaks, chops and generous drinks, The Club's personalized service is unsurpassed. Built on the foundation of an old blacksmith shop, and filled with antiques and memorabilia from around the globe, the Anvil Club is a feast for all the senses. Bring your ESO ticket stub for a one-time guest pass to dine before or after the concert!
REGINA'S VIA 31629 S 8th St West Dundee, Illinois (847) 836-0078	To this day, Regina’s remains a family owned restaurant where great classical dishes and an extensive wine list featuring over 180 wines are served daily. All our dishes are made with the greatest of care and cooked fresh to order. Our desserts are made in our very own kitchen and our seasonal foods come from our very own home-grown garden.
FRANCESCA'S CAMPAGNA 127 W Main St West Dundee, Illinois (847) 844-7099	Francesca’s Campagna opened in February 2000 and is the 7th restaurant in "The Family of Francesca Restaurants," bringing downtown West Dundee a restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, good, rustic cooking, friendly service and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio.
THE VILLAGE SQUIRE SOUTH ELGIN 480 Randall Rd South Elgin, Illinois (847) 931.0400	The Village Squire Restaurants have been a part of the Fox Valley since 1974, family owned & operated. Originally built in 1958, the Squire is an English pub- style casual dining restaurant, featuring nightly live music and a cozy, unique atmosphere.
MONTARRA 1491 S Randall Rd Algonquin, Illinois (847) 458-0505	Steaks, seafood and organic produce are the highlight of this modern American steakhouse that emphasizes locally-grown products. Entrees include Boursin cheese stuffed prime -filet mignon, Scottish salmon, New Zealand rack of lamb.
	*The Elgin Symphony Orchestra wishes to acknowledge the following businesses for their generous catering sponsorships at our 60th Season Celebration! Please patronize or recommend these preferred sonsors whenever possible! If you would like your business to be listed as a preferred catering or beverage sponsor, please call the ESO offices at (847) 888-0404.