Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in USA 2025

The top 100 romantic restaurants in the USA offer a mix of steakhouses, Italian, French, Japanese and seafood menus, in various price ranges, not all of which are super-expensive.

If you want a reservation on the most romantic day of the year, or a day before or after, book it now.

According to the annual survey commissioned by OpenTable, Valentine’s Day dining is undergoing a dramatic shift, as singles and group celebrations redefine the traditionally couple-focused holiday.

The data shows a remarkable 61% of singles are willing to dine out for a first date on February 14th, while 51% of all diners are considering double dates.  The survey also indicates a surge in group dining for “Galentine’s Day” celebrations and a strong appetite (pun intended) for new dining experiences.

Before we get to the 100 most romantic restaurants in the USA for 2025, let’s look at other highlights from the research –

Singles Say “Yes” to Valentine’s First Dates:

• Singles are boldly claiming Valentine’s Day as their own, with most Americans willing to have a first date at a restaurant on the holiday.
• Men lead this shift at 65% compared to women at 57%, while Gen Z is the most adventurous with 70% willing to take the romantic leap on February 14th.

Doubling Down:

• Restaurants may be seeing double this Valentine’s Day as 51% of diners consider double dates for the holiday.
• Gen Z is driving this trend with 62% open to sharing their Valentine’s celebration with another couple.

Squad Goals:

• OpenTable data revealed a 34% increase in parties of more than six on Galentine’s Day (February 13) in 2024, compared to the previous year.
• This suggests a growing preference for celebrating love and friendship and will be continued this year: 25% of survey respondents will celebrate Galentine’s Day this year.

Love at First Bite:

• Diners are trading familiar favorites for new experiences this Valentine’s Day, with 81% of Americans planning to try a new restaurant.
• More than a third (36%) are specifically seeking “special occasion” venues, signaling a desire to make this year’s celebration more memorable than ever.¹

Last Minute Planners, We Got You:

• Last year, 28% of Valentine’s Day reservations were made within 48 hours of dining.
• For those who leave things to the last minute, searching by date and time on OpenTable will save dining heartache.

Something for Everyone on OpenTable’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants List

Whether seeking an intimate spot for a first date or a lively atmosphere for a double date, the list offers diverse options, in price range, level of formality and types of cuisine.

As last year, the list is compiled by analyzing more than 10 million diner reviews, along with diner ratings, reservation demand, percentage of five-star reviews among other factors, and features a diverse list of restaurants perfect for any occasion.

The Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America for 2025 are – in alphabetical order by state – 

Arizona
Arrowhead Grill – Glendale, AZ
Cafe Monarch – Scottsdale, AZ
Different Pointe of View – Phoenix, AZ
Lon’s at The Hermosa – Paradise Valley, AZ
Vivace Restaurant – Tucson, AZ

California
71Above – Los Angeles, CA
Dal Rae – Pico Rivera, CA
FARM – Palm Springs, CA
Gary Danko – San Francisco, CA
Jeune et Jolie – Carlsbad, CA
Mister A’s – San Diego, CA
Musso & Frank Grill – Los Angeles, CA
Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch – Santa Barbara, CA
Summit House – Fullerton, CA
The Marine Room – San Diego, CA
Wally’s Desert Turtle – Rancho Mirage, CA

Colorado
Barolo Grill – Denver, CO
Flagstaff House – Boulder, CO
Guard & Grace – Denver, CO

Connecticut
J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury, CT
Millwright’s Restaurant – Simsbury, CT

Florida
Angelina’s Ristorante – Bonita Springs, FL
Bern’s Steak House – Tampa, FL
Collage Restaurant – St. Augustine, FL
KRES CHOPHOUSE – Orlando, FL
Latitudes Key West, FL on Sunset Key – Key West, FL
The Black Pearl – Dunedin, FL

Georgia
Canoe – Atlanta, GA
The Olde Pink House Restaurant – Savannah, GA

Hawaii
Tidepools – Grand Hyatt Kauai – Poipu, HI

Idaho
Chandlers Steakhouse – Boise, ID

Illinois
Bistronomic – Chicago, IL
Geja’s Cafe – Chicago, IL
Meson Sabika – Naperville, IL
Mon Ami Gabi – Chicago, IL
Ocean Prime – Chicago, IL

Indiana
Vida – Indianapolis, IN

Kentucky
Giuseppe’s Ristorante Italiano – Lexington, KY

Louisiana
GW Fins – New Orleans, LA
Irene’s – New Orleans, LA

Maine
Earth at Hidden Pond – Kennebunkport, ME

Michigan
Leo’s – Grand Rapids, MI

Minnesota
Baldamar – Roseville, MN

North Carolina
JOLO Winery & Vineyards  – Pilot Mountain, NC
Ryan’s Restaurant  – Winston-Salem, NC
Steak 48 – Charlotte, NC
The Dining Room Biltmore Estate – Asheville, NC

North Dakota
Harry’s Steakhouse – Grand Forks, ND

New Hampshire
Ristorante Massimo – Portsmouth, NH

New Jersey
618 – Freehold, NJ
Chart House Restaurant – Weehawken, NJ
Franklinville Inn – Franklinville, NJ
Il Mulino New York – Atlantic City, NJ

New Mexico
Geronimo – Santa Fe, NM
Sazon – Santa Fe, NM

Nevada
Delmonico Steakhouse – Las Vegas, NV
Eiffel Tower – Las Vegas, NV
Piero’s Italian Cuisine – Las Vegas, NV
Top of the World Restaurant – The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower – Las Vegas, NV

New York
The Northport Hotel – Northport, NY
The River Cafe – Brooklyn, NY

Ohio
BOCA – Cincinnati, OH
Carlo & Johnny – Cincinnati, OH
Cento – German Village – Columbus, OH
Jag’s Steak & Seafood – West Chester, OH
Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse – Columbus, OH
Lindey’s – Columbus, OH
Mitchell’s Ocean Club – Easton Town Center – Columbus, OH
Pier W – Cleveland, OH
Primavista – Cincinnati, OH

Oregon
RingSide Steakhouse – Uptown – Portland, OR

Pennsylvania
Altius – Pittsburgh, PA
Belvedere Inn Restaurant and Bar – Lancaster, PA
Butcher & Singer – Philadelphia, PA
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto – Mt. Washington – Pittsburgh, PA
SkyHigh – Philadelphia, PA

Puerto Rico
Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar – Old San Juan, PR

Rhode Island
Boat House Waterfront Dining – Tiverton, RI
White Horse Tavern – Newport, RI

South Carolina
Charlie’s Coastal Bistro (L’etoile Verte) – Hilton Head, SC

Tennessee
Coastal Fish Company – Memphis, TN
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro – Townsend, TN
Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar – Memphis, TN
Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse – Memphis, TN
Southern Social – Germantown, TN

Texas
Bohanan’s Prime Steaks and Seafood – San Antonio, TX
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas – Dallas, TX
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Park District – Dallas, TX
Truluck’s – Ocean’s Finest Seafood & Crab  – Austin, TX

Utah
Log Haven – Salt Lake City, UT
Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Salt Lake City

Virginia
2941 Restaurant – Falls Church, VA
Bistro L’Hermitage – Woodbridge, VA
Fahrenheit 132 – Fredericksburg, VA
L’Auberge Chez Francois – Great Falls, VA
Le Yaca – Williamsburg, VA
The Ivy Inn Restaurant – Charlottesville, VA

Vermont
Simon Pearce Restaurant – Quechee, VT

Washington
The Pink Door – Seattle, WA

Wisconsin
The Del-Bar – Wisconsin Dells & Lake Delton – Wisconsin Dells, WI

Methodology

OpenTable’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America for 2025 list is generated from over 10 million reviews from verified OpenTable diners and dining metrics from December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024. Restaurants with a minimum threshold of diner reviews were considered and evaluated by a compilation of unique data points, including diner ratings, the percentage of five star reviews, the number of alerts set, the percentage of reservations made in advance, percentage of capacity and direct searches. Metrics were weighted to comprise an overall score. The qualified restaurants were then ranked by the percentage of reviews with the tag “romantic”. The resulting list appears A-Z, not in ranked order.