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Graceful Ordinary

3 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174

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Graceful Ordinary's is located in downtown St. Charles and its concept centers on the hearth, cooked on a wood-burning fire. Every dish is seasonal because they use only the freshest ingredients, sourced from local purveyors and farmers.

Located right on the Fox River in downtown St. Charles, Graceful Ordinary delivers an experience you can't get anywhere else, thanks to Chef Chris Curren and his wife Megan. Come to see the culinary genius of Chef Curren, a veteran of Chicago’s restaurant scene who has worked with some of the most celebrated figures in the city’s culinary scene at venues such as Zealous, Fulton Market Kitchen, Seven Lions and his own Blue 13.

In addition to the amazing food, Megan Curren brings her skills from a distinguished career in nightlife hospitality to create and manage unique and memorable events for our guests. You'll feel like you're being served gourmet in your own home!

What's happening nearby...

STC Live!

First Street Plaza St. Charles •  Jun 03 – Sep 02

STC Live! promotes musical performances happening on Wednesdays and Fridays at various St. Charles restaurants and businesses.

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Long Table Dinner

Riverside Avenue •  Aug 23 @ 4PM

The Long Table Dinner is a a multi-course al fresco waterfront dinner highlighting local St. Charles restaurants

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2026 Blues & Brews on the Fox

Riverside Avenue •  Aug 29 @ 12noon

Blues & Brews on the Fox is a street festival in downtown St. Charles. There will be live music, craft beer tastings, food and more available.

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