If you’re already staying at the state’s most popular resort destination, why not indulge in the fine dining experiences offered at some of Indiana’s top restaurants while you’re here? From fresh seafood to sizzling steaks, and decadent desserts, French Lick West Baden is known for its fine dining. Enjoy sophisticated ambiance that will be hard to top anywhere else.
1875: The Steakhouse located inside of the French Lick Springs Hotel was named to commemorate the date of the first Kentucky Derby. Enjoy an elegant atmosphere with an open kitchen, overlooking the gardens and Pluto Spring gazebo. 1875: The Steakhouse is listed on the French Lick West Baden Foodways Culinary Trail on A Cut Above, Sweet Temptations, and Spirited Brews Trails. Start off with a signature tomato juice tasting at the beginning of your meal. Enjoy appetizers of freshly shucked oysters, five onion soup, or baked lobster mac and cheese. A fabulous entrée of delicious, perfectly aged Wagyu strip sirloin, filet mignon, or prime New York strip steak. Pair your meal with wine or signature cocktails, including their signature Bloody Mary and finish with a house-made dessert, some prepared table side.
Sinclair’s Restaurant located just off the famed atrium of the West Baden Springs Hotel is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, a celebratory dinner, or a special occasion. The restaurant is named for the original owner of the West Baden Springs Hotel, a man who brought sophistication to southern Indiana and transformed his hotel into European elegance in the early 1900’s. Sinclair’s is listed on French Lick West Baden Foodway’s Culinary Trail on A Cut Above, Sweet Temptations, and Coffee & Tea trails. Start off with an appetizer of Saganaki or Ricotta Gnocchi. Dine on an elegant entrée of lamb shank, seafood cioppino, blackened fish, or a black and blue bison ribeye. Finish with a table side prepared dessert of strawberry au poivre or bananas foster!
Table One, the private chef’s table located right in the kitchen at West Baden Springs Hotel is a great choice for an intimate group dinner for up to ten. Seclude yourself from the kitchen with frosted walls at the flip of a switch. Private parties dine from a custom menu served on one-of-a-kind Versace dinnerware. Enjoy an antipasto plate to start or lobster bisque. Delight in an entrée of French cut chicken, seared duck, or curried tofu steak. Finish off with a decadent dessert of a West Baden signature chocolate dome or peach cheesecake.
Sinclair’s Private Dining Room located in West Baden Springs Hotel is an intimate dining choice for family, friends, or business associates, with room for up to 20 people. Celebrate in the comfort and luxury of a secluded dining room. Select from a custom menu of Sinclair’s best entrees and desserts served in your own private dining room.
Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, or just want an elegant night out with friends, French Lick West Baden has wonderful options for fine dining. Be sure to show us which option you choose to fine dine in #MyFrenchLick!