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1. RH House
4.7
Exceptional(425)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Rochester Hills
Booked 24 times today
RH House offers up contemporary American cuisine with a high-energy setting to elevate the dining experience, including an outside patio and handcrafted cocktail menu.
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2. Mitchell's Fish Market - Rochester
4.2
Awesome(2564)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Rochester
Booked 12 times today
Mitchell's Fish Market is a premier upscale-casual seafood restaurant concept featuring the absolute freshest seafood. Mitchell’s Rochester Hills has a raw bar, open kitchen, the fish case displaying Today’s catch and customized cutting room and offers a variety of seafood options including grilled or broiled, blackened, cooked Shang Hai style or prepared to your taste. Mitchell’s also offers a Gluten free menu.
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3. Da Francesco's Ristorante & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2531)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Shelby Township
Booked 89 times today
Da Francesco's Ristorante and Bar serves classic recipes in a family friendly location that includes a full bar with a beautiful selection of domestic and Italian imported wines. Guests can stop in for lunch and dinner and enjoy the rustic decor paired with homemade dishes that have been passed down through the Belcastro family. We offer a kids and gluten-free menu so everyone can find a favorite on the menu. We offer plenty of bread and soup or salad before starting their meal, or visitors can start with the appetizers, which include Arancini di Riso, Mamma's Meatballs, Fried Calamari, Sausage and Hot Peppers and more. The menu features specialties like the Ravioli con Sugo, Eggplant or Pollo Parmigiana and Gnocci! We also offer plenty of meat and fish choices, including steak alla Francesco, Domenics Filet Mignon, Perch Lemone and Parmigiana Pickerel. Lastly, to end your night just right, finish it off with Mamma Sue's Homemade Tiramisu and a fresh Italian Cappuccino!
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4. Ocean Prime - Troy
4.8
Exceptional(6679)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Troy
Booked 65 times today
Located at the intersection of Big Beaver Road and Coolidge Highway across from the Somerset Collection shopping center, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed
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5. The Capital Grille - Troy
4.8
Exceptional(3508)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Troy
Booked 82 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.
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6. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Bloomfield Hills
4.4
Awesome(3595)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Bloomfield Hills
Booked 38 times today
Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.
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7. Antica Nova
4.6
Exceptional(74)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Troy
Booked 21 times today
Antica Nova isn’t your average Italian restaurant. It blends classic dishes with modern touches, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas showcasing familiar flavors with a contemporary twist, like the aged arborio risotto with limoncello, smoked provolone & raspberry caviar.Warm and knowledgeable staff create a comfortable atmosphere, making you’re a trip to the Italian countryside without leaving Michigan.Antica Nova offers more than just a meal; it’s an evening of delicious food, handcrafted drinks, and warm Italian hospitality.
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8. Fogo de Chao - Troy
4.4
Awesome(2156)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Troy
Booked 97 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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9. Eddie V's - Troy
4.8
Exceptional(3403)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Troy
Booked 94 times today
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
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10. Joe Muer Bloomfield Hills
4.6
Exceptional(2691)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bloomfield Hills
Booked 21 times today
Joe Muer Bloomfield Hills is a favorite spot for special occasions, as mentioned in multiple reviews. The restaurant offers an elegant and cozy ambiance that makes celebrations memorable. The high-quality seafood dishes are consistently praised, and the exceptional service adds to the overall experience. It's an excellent choice for enjoying a special meal with friends and family.

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Discover best special occasions restaurants in Rochester

Planning a special occasion and looking for the perfect dining experience in Rochester, Detroit, or the broader Detroit / Eastern Michigan area? Our curated selection of restaurants offers a variety of atmospheres and cuisines that are ideal for celebrating those milestone events. Whether you're commemorating an anniversary, a birthday, or any other significant event, these establishments are known for their exceptional service, exquisite food, and the ability to create memorable dining experiences. Each restaurant in this selection is recognized for its commitment to quality, from expertly crafted dishes to attentive, personalized service. Dining in Rochester and the surrounding Detroit area allows you to experience a vibrant culinary scene characterized by both traditional and innovative approaches to food. The restaurants cater to a range of tastes and preferences, ensuring that every guest can find something to delight their palate. By choosing one of these esteemed restaurants for your special occasion, you're not just booking a meal; you're ensuring a celebration that's as extraordinary as the day itself. Make your reservation with confidence, knowing that each dining experience is crafted to make your special occasion truly unforgettable.

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