Romantic Restaurants in Pontiac, Illinois

Three Roses Bed and Breakfast

At Three Roses Bed and Breakfast, an 1890s inn, enjoy personalized service with your meals. Featuring private king and queen beds and one room with two twin beds, Three Roses offers elegant linens, Jacuzzi tubs and shower, and cable TV with DVD/VCR. Jennifer's room is a favorite for romantic couples.

Dine in at Three Roses for a quiet, romantic candlelit dinner (an optional extra). Dinners range from $15 per person and up, depending on one's choices. Three Roses Bed & Breakfast is 35 miles from Bloomington/Normal, 100 miles from Springfield, 100 miles from Chicago, 200 miles from St. Louis, 150 miles from the Quad Cities, and 195 miles from Indianapolis.

Three Roses specializes in fresh homemade meals prepared from scratch. Guests love their very comfortable beds and an extensive breakfast menu (6am-11am). Three Roses Bed and Breakfast has two mottos--"Always give the guest more than they pay for" and "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." For reservations, phone 815-844-3404.

DeLong's Casual Dining and Spirits

Delong's Casual Dining and Spirits offers a wide choice of delicious steaks, chicken, and fish with daily and evening specials. DeLong's upstairs area, with its low, cozy ceilings, and plush seating, provides a perfect setting for a romantic dining experience. DeLongs, located on the square in beautiful downtown Pontiac, is in an older renovated building with gorgeous tin ceilings. After dining, walk off your dinner by strolling around the square in Pontiac and view other downtown historic buildings, such as the Empire-style Livingston county courthouse built in 1874-1875., and an original movie theatre located a short distance from the square. When through strolling, stop back in and order dessert--delicious creamery ice cream from DeLong's ice cream bar. For reservations, call 815-844-1983.

La Mex

If you are a fan of Mexican food, La Mex, open 11 am to 9 pm daily, offers authentic Mexican food in an upscale romantic atmosphere with colorful Mexican décor. Remember authentic Mexican food tends to be on the bland side and this is true of La Mex. If you prefer Mexican food a little on the spicier side, see the Mexican restaurant reviewed immediately below La Mex. La Mex is located at the junction of Route 66 and Route 23 at 930 W. Custer Ave. For reservations, call 815-844-4564.

La Casa Jalisco

Located at 811 N Ladd St, Pontiac, Illinois, right across from the Dairy Queen, La Casa Jalisco, offers a tasty spicier Mexican food, for those who like more Americanized Mexican food. Contact 815-844-4606 for reservations.

Bernardis Italian Restaurant

The Bernardi family opened Bernardi's II Italian Restaurant, featuring an upscale dining experience, on the historic square of downtown Pontiac, Illinois in 2005. Bernardi's menu features delicious tortellini, lasagna with steaks, fried chicken, seafood, and fresh daily specials of fine Northern Italian fare. For reservations, call 815-842-1198. Bernardi's hours: Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:00a - 2:00p, Dinner: Tues-Thurs 4:00p - 9:00p, Fri & Sat. 4:30p - 10:00p Sun 11:00a - 9p (Closed on Mondays).

Fun Things to Do in Pontiac, Illinois

Pontiac, Illinois features many historic downtown buildings including the Route 66 Antique Shop and War Museum, the Jones House, and Yost House. Those interested in history will find the Looking for Lincoln trail fascinating (see visitpontiac.org for information).

For outdoor recreation, stroll around Pontiac's river parks-Chautauqua Park and River Side-Humiston Park--that feature historic swinging bridges over the Vermilion River.

Take a drive to Humiston Woods, a short distance north on State Route 23 for hiking and picnicking.

If you prefer indoor activities, the Recreation Center located near Pontiac Township High School, offers indoor swimming in a heated Olympic-size pool, weight room, exercise machines, such as inclines, tread mills, and bicycles, an indoor walking/jogging track, and a basketball court. Additionally, the Recreation Center has a huge livingroom area with wide screen TV, comfortable sofa, dining tables and chairs, and a small kitchen area. Free coffee is available. The Recreation Center's livingroom/kitchen area can be rented for private parties.

Festivals and Plays.

If you like plays, be sure to check out the Vermilion Players' schedule for Summer plays held in the Chautauqua Park Pavilion. See vermillionplayers.com for more information.

May 1 and May 2, the Red Carpet Corridor Festival, which includes the Hang Loose Car Show, will be held. Communities along a 90-mile stretch of historic Route 66 join in this two-day festival. Included in the festival will be flea markets, craft vendors, live entertainment, street dances, carnivals, contests and more. "At each of the towns along the route, pick up a Red Carpet Corridor puzzle piece and at the end of your journey, you will have a complete collector's edition puzzle. For more information, visit the Red Carpet Corridor Website Or Call: (800) 835-2055." http://visitpontiac.org/webpages/index.php?art=330

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