June Restaurant is a charming and wonderful spot to eat at if you've got the money. I think dinner for two with five drinks, three courses, dessert, and a big city tip ran about $200. Be ready. The menu is constantly changing and the food as fresh and organic as possible - and it makes a difference. I have to say that the appetizers made the meal on my visit. I really should have requested a meal sized lamb meatball and gnocchi. I suspect they would be happy to accommodate such a request.
The Menu gets a little pretentious, just ask what they really mean by mentholated mint and everything will be fine. But be aware that mostly the extra description is really about flavors in the dish, not big amounts of ingredients. For example, the English Peas in my dish, there were maybe ten peas. It's about what it added to the dish, not a true side.
I must warn you though, that if you are a steak lover - go to a steakhouse! Come to June to eat fish and vegetables and duck and other rarities in the Midwestern diet. That's where they excel. And, that's what you should be in the mood for. The courses are small so you can actually enjoy three courses and still have room for dessert... or at least be interested in dessert.
The flour less chocolate cake was phenomenal and you can tell the ice cream must be made from real ingredients in the kitchen. Just delicious.
When being seated there are two rooms that are options. There is the main room, from which you can actually see the kitchen in action. This is fun and you may want to consider the ease of view when selecting a table. There is also, however, a back room with just three tables. This is a great space for a quieter or romantic dinner - or just to be able to speak a little more easily as the music is softer back there.
Overall, this was probably some of the best food I've had in Central Illinois.
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