Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in El Paso

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in El Paso? 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 favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Café Central

4.8

4.8 (2321)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

El Paso

About the restaurant

Cafe Central offers an outstanding experience; delectable cuisine and our dedication to thoughtful service are evident in every staff member, making it a preferred destination for locals and visitors alike. Offering an expansive, award winning wine selection and exquisite gourmet dishes with a Southwestern twist in mind to create exceptional cuisine from appetizers to entrees. Located in the heart of downtown, just one block from the Museum of Art, Plaza Theater, San Jacinto Plaza, Convention Center, and other hotels.
El Paso’s only winner of the Wine Spectator Best Award of Excellence for the past 11 years and honored with the Distinguished Restaurants of America (DiRoNa) Award for Excellence. After a long day of travel, indulge in the Cafe Central experience. Join us for dinner and enjoy the impeccable service and cuisine. Your table’s ready, and the bar is fully stocked.

Experience timeless tradition at Cafe Central and be part of the legacy. Bon appétit!

Top review

Claudia

Dined 3 days ago

Cafe Central is my favorite restaurant in EP! Amazing food and service!

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Chilean Sea Bass (Tacos)

Garufa Argentinean Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (179)

$30 and under

Argentinean

El Paso

About the restaurant

Garufa is an Argentinean style restaurant. We specialize in delicious steaks and pasta, but we have lots more to choose from for any appetite!

Top review

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

From the onset, by being cordially greeted by Oscar and the impeccable service of Scott gave us such a wonderful experience. The ambiance was soothing, again the service was outstanding, the food delicious. Definitely worth my time and money.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - El Paso

4.8

4.8 (1256)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

El Paso

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

From memorable meals to milestone celebrations, corporate events to happy hours with friends, Ruth’s Chris Steak House in El Paso offers a refreshingly modern take on the classic steak house experience. All with that signature sizzle. While our world-class USDA Prime steaks, bone-in cuts and their signature sizzle quickly made us the top steak house in the nation, you’ll also find fresh seafood, scratch-made sides and desserts, hand-crafted cocktails and award-winning wines, with the sort of service that makes first time guests feel like regulars – and regular guests feel like family.

Top review

Paola

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great experience. Service is outstanding.

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4.7

4.7 (1051)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

El Paso

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Joseph

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful experience, one of the better birthday experiences I've had in awhile.

Entrecôte & Co

4.6

4.6 (439)

$31 to $50

French

El Paso

About the restaurant

Born in a family with a passion for Gastronomy and Oenology, we opened our first French Wine Bistro, Cepage[s], in Notting Hill, London in 2014. Driven by the success of Cepage[s], my father Felix Cohen, who lives in Grenoble (French Alpes), came with the idea to open an authentic french cuisine restaurant in El Paso. Our concept is to create a cozy atmosphere, featuring delicious bistro style sharable appetizers and classic popular dishes from diverse regions in France paired with a great selection of wines and cocktails. Our name, Entrecôte, is a very popular Ribeye Steak dish served in bistros and specialty restaurant in France. We are very exited to start this new adventure and offer a unique experience to El Pasoans and visitors from out of town.

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KevinVIP

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Dinner was terrific and timely, the service was friendly and efficient.

West Texas Chophouse - Palmas

4.6

4.6 (121)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

El Paso

About the restaurant

Steakhouse/ Pick up order online/ Casual / Bar
Join us for hand cut steaks and delicious wine and cocktails.

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john

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Our waiter that came over at the beginning was going a mile a minute and didn’t contribute to a relaxed experience. The young lady that he worked with afterwards rescued things

1700° Steakhouse

4.5

4.5 (505)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

El Paso

About the restaurant

Hotel Paso del Norte is opening the doors to its signature restaurant, 1700° Steak House where the menu anchored by aged USDA prime beef. These fine hand-cut steaks are complemented by the freshest seafood and an extensive selection of appetizers, side dishes, and desserts that offer a “Culinary Tip of the Hat” to local cuisine. 1700°’s elegant and energetic atmosphere is the perfect setting for a selection of world-class wines by the bottle and glass, along with local and national craft beer selections, and barrel-aged and handcrafted cocktails.
For groups 5 and larger or information on buy-outs, please contact:
Jillian at (915) 534-3000 ext. 6037 or email: jhenry@hotelpdn.com

Top review

Mary

Dined 7 days ago

1700 is an excellent restaurant with a wonderful selection of meal options. The wagyu ribeye was amazing as was the short rib - both tender with amazing taste. Atmosphere is elegant and refined. Noise level can get a little loud but it doesn't take away from the experience. Highly recomment.

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Popular dish

Prime Filet Mignon 6 oz

Taft Diaz

4.5

4.5 (418)

$31 to $50

American

El Paso

About the restaurant

October 16, 1909-For the first time in their country’s history, American President William H. Taft and Mexican President Porfirio Díaz met for a summit in the El Paso-Juarez border; the land commonly known as El Chamizal. Flags were lowered and the borderland remained neutral territory.

A traditional, conservative luncheon was hosted by President Taft at the El Paso Chamber of Commerce followed by an opulent dinner served and presented by President Díaz in the Old Federal Customs building in Juarez. Private discussions were had and agreements were made.

TAFT DÍAZ serves as a testament that great things can flourish when you welcome others at your table.

What will you set in motion during your visit with us?

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Angel

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

We had Thanksgiving dinner there. Cocktails were great, food and service were outstanding.

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Popular dish

Lobster Spaghetti

Weso Steakhouse

4.3

4.3 (459)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

El Paso

About the restaurant

WESO strives to provide an authentic experience, high quality ingredients, unique techniques of our International cuisine, with flavor to the bone.

Our Dining atmosphere makes WESO much more than just a Steakhouse. Providing a distinctive and rewarding culinary adventure is our ultimate goal.

Top review

Dakota

Dined today

Lisa was an exceptional server. Very personable and attentive. It did feel a touch bright in the restaurant.

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4.2

4.2 (656)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

El Paso

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kona Grill El Paso at The Fountains at Farah. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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Nyeiasha

Dined 1 day ago

This has been one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to and all of the employees are just amazing!

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Experience

Taste of Kona: 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu

Experience

Sushi Sundays at Kona Grill

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