About us

If you're looking for an exceptional dining experience, look no further than FoxFire. This premier restaurant in Geneva, IL has been serving up exquisite meals since 2003. Over the past two decades, FoxFire has garnered numerous accolades, including being named one of the 'Top New Restaurants - Best in the West' by West Suburban Living and 'Top Ten New Restaurants' by the Daily Herald when it opened in 2003. FoxFire has also been featured on On the Fox's 'Top Ten' list and recognized for 'Best Steaks' by the Kane County Chronicle in 2018 and 2019. Additionally, FoxFire was voted one of the top 15 steakhouses in Illinois by Big City Travel Magazine in 2019, honored as the 2023 Steakhouse of the Year by Certified Angus Beef®, and named Best Steakhouse by the Kane County Chronicle in 2024. We’re excited to offer you a warm and charming dining experience in our historically rich building, which has served various roles over the years. Founder Curt Gulbro restored the space, highlighting its original beauty with wooden trellises and exposed brick. Although Curt passed away in August, his legacy of community and hospitality inspires us. We aim to make every guest feel at home, honoring his spirit through warmth and great food. Thank you for choosing FoxFire Restaurant; we hope you have a wonderful experience with us!

-K.C. Gulbro

Chef/Owner 

Located on the north side of State Street (Route 38) and just a half block west of the Fox River in Geneva, Illinois, FoxFire Restaurant is an essential part of experiencing the charm and hospitality of beautiful Geneva, IL. We offer aged prime beef, chops and fresh seafood in an intimate, yet elegant setting of original brick and wooden trellises dating from the early 1900's when horses and carriages roamed the streets, men tipped top hats, and woman curtsied. We are certain you will find our food and charm unsurpassed in our unique and wonderful town.

FINEST INGREDIENTS

FoxFire owners, the father and son team of Curt and K.C., invite you to select from an amazing menu that boasts traditional favorites such as a tender New York strip steak, melt-in-your-mouth filet mignon and tender slow cooked prime rib. With a menu features fresh seafood brought in daily as well as our market fresh special on Friday and Saturday nights.