Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Wichita

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Wichita? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Lava & Tonic

5.0

5 (207)

$30 and under

Hawaiian

Wichita

About the restaurant

Our bar seating is first come first served. We recommend reserving space ahead by calling 316-364-4141 or reserving on open table. Welcome to our little oasis in the middle of Kansas! Lava & Tonic, Wichita's finest immersive tiki bar. Our normal hours are Wednesday - Thursday 5 PM - 11 PM, Friday - Saturday 4 PM - 12:30 AM, & Sunday 4 PM - 10 PM. Drop by at 1716 E Douglas, located directly west of the Donut Whole.

Please take note your reservations have a time limit of two hours! We require this in order to maintain proper flow in our establishment!

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Lauren

Dined on Oct 20, 2024

We came in for drinks to celebrate a birthday. The atmosphere was so fun and we enjoyed that it was quiet enough to still have conversations! We didn’t eat this time but will definitely be back again!!

Georges French Bistro

4.9

4.9 (2079)

$31 to $50

French

Wichita

About the restaurant

A perfect setting for modern French cuisine located in the heart of College Hill. Now serving dinner and catering menu options.

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Alexander

Dined 2 days ago

Josh made our experience! He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and fantastic to be with. The food was very good, and environment was awesome.

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4.8

4.8 (1716)

$30 and under

Seafood

Wichita

About the restaurant

Newport Grill is a progressive seafood restaurant in Wichita, Kansas. We receive "top of the boat" fresh fish six days a week! Executive Chef Ivan Garcia has created a diverse and delicious menu that will make anybody's taste buds dance! We are located next to the water fountain in Bradley Fair shopping center.

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Toddvip

Dined today

Gavon was our server today and did a fantastic job!

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Popular dish

Oysters

Popular dish

Agridime Filet Mignon

Elderslie Farm

4.8

4.8 (603)

$50 and over

American

Wichita

About the restaurant

Elderslie offers an exceptional dining experience in a beautiful, peaceful country setting.

Our menu showcases ingredients sourced locally in creative, seasonal dishes that are flavorful and interesting as well as beautiful.

Dietary requests are happily accommodated; make a note in your reservation or give us a call.

Reservations are strongly recommended. A credit card secures the reservation but is only charged (50%) with less than 24 hrs notice of cancellation or a no-show (100%).

Elderslie Creamery cheese is available to take home; ask your server. Gift cards are also available for purchase.

We are happy to wear masks when serving you. Please make a note in your reservation.

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Diane

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

As always, Elderslie never disappoints! Wonderfully planned, presented and delivered. This is one of our favorite places to take friends, especially if they’ve never been there. The food is amazing, the ambiance superb.

First Mile Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (27)

$31 to $50

American

Wichita

About the restaurant

Chef Nick Korbee is bringing locally grown, seasonally driven, elevated cuisine to Wichita, KS.
Winner of Kansas Restaurant & Hospitality Association's(KHRA) best new concept award, & several other accolades; including best cocktail & best brunch bite, the First Mile Team will deliver an amazing culinary experience.
Located in famous Bradley Fair, upon arrival you will be greeted by an open concept kitchen with a wood-burning fire hearth.
Guests can relax by the fireplace lounge while enjoying our sommelier-tailored wine list, craft cocktail menu, locally sourced beer, or even an extensive non-alcoholic list of craft mocktails, N/A beer and N/A wine.
Settle in & Listen to records at our amazing bar.
Our ash bar was crafted by hand through local carpenters sourcing all material from Kansas.
We have an extensive collection of vinyl records & you can oftentimes find our owners playing music during dinner service. Feel free to bring your favorite record & we will spin it for you!

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Chris

Dined 6 days ago

Fantastic experience! Food was fabulous and we were celebrating a birthday and they took great care of us!

The Cliff

4.8

4.8 (43)

$31 to $50

American

Florence

About the restaurant

Fine dining on a historic ranch in the heart of the Flint Hills of Kansas.

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Nevik

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

It was a great place to celebrate my wife and my anniversary.

Woodfire Grille

4.7

4.7 (1846)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Mulvane

About the restaurant

Our signature steakhouse features USDA Prime grade steaks, inspired fresh seafood and a variety of other delicious entrees served in a cozy, fireside atmosphere.

Our classically trained chefs personally select our ingredients. Our menus change seasonally; it is our goal to source locally and offer only the finest produce, meats and seafood available. Sample our carefully selected array of fine wines, presented just as the winemaker intended. Our state-of-the-art wine dispensing system delivers each wine to your glass in utterly perfect condition. Choose from a wonderful selection of wines by the glass or one of our more than 200 bottle selections. Unique to Woodfire is our hand-crafted cocktail program unmatched in the area. Designed by our team of mixologists, the cocktail list is a collection of classic libations and modern creations.

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Jesse

Dined on Nov 15, 2024

Great night as always. Very consistent service and food.

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Popular dish

CALAMARI

Vora Restaurant European

4.7

4.7 (790)

$30 and under

European

Wichita

About the restaurant

At Vora, our menu features timeless European cuisine focused on traditional French and Italian dishes to capture the essence of cross-regional European dining. Perfectly paired with an extensive variety of Old World wines, craft European beer, and masterfully curated cocktails, Vora offers itself to our patrons as a window into a dining experience once far off, now so close as just around the corner.

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Lynne

Dined on Nov 12, 2024

What an amazing dining experience! The food was outstanding, the energy of the restaurant exceptional and our server Rat prob one of the best I've had! He kept up w our orders, we went crazy w appetizers and drinks, and he didn't miss a beat!! I would recommend him and Vora to anyone looking for an amazing dining experience!

Dockum

4.6

4.6 (343)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Wichita

About the restaurant

Introducing Dockum, a speakeasy-style bar serving exquisite craft cocktails in downtown Wichita. Packed with intrigue, this subterranean lounge will bring you to another time and place—one that entices the senses with unforgettable tastes, sights, and sounds.

Step into a place built with classic elegance. Established in 1926, Dockum is a speakeasy-style bar where time slows, and discretion reigns. Find yourself sipping the finest handcrafted cocktails and well-prepared tonics. Our homemade bitters and syrups, fresh-squeezed juices, and selection of small bites are the talk of downtown Wichita, possessing the power to cure any ailment.

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Paige

Dined 1 day ago

Our experience was SO great! We went for my birthday and had a reservation. When we got there it was a little bit of a wait but nothing crazy. We sat in the back rooms with the sofas and were there from 9:30 until close! Our server was so sweet, the food was great, and I got multiple birthday surprises! Had literally so much fun! Would recommend!

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Experience

Sippin' Santa

6S Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (1109)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Wichita

About the restaurant

From the moment you step into 6S Steakhouse’s dazzling main chandelier room you will be transported into a world of delicious food and incredible wine, gracious hospitality and impeccable service.

Our ‘Classic American’ restaurant combines an innovative menu using only the finest local ingredients, offering amazing seafood and hearty salads in addition to the region’s best meat and poultry. 6s also boasts an award-winning wine list and a slate of hand-crafted specialty cocktails.
As for ambiance, 6s is a truly unique experience. There are many ways to enjoy your meal including private dining areas, cozy booths, the drama of the main space and a heated patio. An elegant and memorable dining experience is what awaits each patron who chooses 6S steakhouse!

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Jacob

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best steakhouses in Wichita with an excellent ambience and atmosphere!

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