Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Phoenix

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Phoenix? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Highball

5.0

5 (232)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown Phoenix

About the restaurant

**Reservations are available up to 14 days in advance at www.Highballphx.com/reservations for parties of 10 or less guests. For parties larger than 10, please contact us via email, or at the Large Parties tab on our website.

Experience Highball, Downtown Phoenix’s award winning neighborhood cocktail bar & lounge, featuring a rousing collection of spirits and invigorating cocktails. Curated for the adventurous, cocktail forward and late-night revelers, industry folk, and everyone in between. Led by veteran bartenders and industry professionals, Highball’s programming is inspired by unifying avant-garde, playful ingredients and memory-jogging flavors, propelled by an inclusive community feel with something for everyone to enjoy.

Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Regional Nominee "Best New US Cocktail Bar 2022", "Best US Bar Team" 2023, "Best US Cocktail Bar" & "Best US Bar Team" 2024

Top review

maggie

Dined on May 4, 2025

The service was second to none, and the cocktails were incredible. The best thing is that you don't kicked out after 90 minutes like most other cocktail bars in the Phoenix area. Not sure why that's a thing here.

Mr. Baan's Bar and Mookata

5.0

5 (5)

$30 and under

Thai

West Phoenix

About the restaurant

New York Times | Best New Restaurants 2024

Mr. Baan’s Bar and Mookata is a place to gather and share unique cocktails, wine, and spirits while feasting on charcoal grilled Thai barbecue.

Mookata translates is “cook it yourself” barbecuing experience. It consists of a domed grill surrounded by a moat of broth, which is enriched by the drippings of the meat. A mookata set comes with various marinated meats, vegetables, eggs, and dippings sauces. Come enjoy Mookata on Mr. Baan's patio which has misters when it's hot or heaters when it's col.

Mr. Baan's is run by Yotaka and Alex Martin.

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LidiaVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Our server was fantastic, food was great. Misters were essential in the summer heat.

Avanti

4.9

4.9 (1930)

$31 to $50

Italian

Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

Avanti, a Valley tradition since 1974. . . Dramatic, crisp black and white interiors, candlelight and a quiet atmosphere. Vegetarians and Seafood lovers will be awed by the selections of homemade pasta from deliciously light Gnocchi Alfredo, Eggplant and Meat Lasagna, to seasonal hand crafted Ravioli. Fresh Fish and seafood dishes vary- from a Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail to an Italian crafted Cioppino. Avanti has also garnered numerous awards and accolades for our Ossobucco, said to be the best in town as well as robust steaks and chops (lamb and pork).Enjoy dessert and Cappuccino in the piano bar sweets that are carefully guarded family recipes include, Tiramisu, Cannoli, Creme Brulee with a crunchy burnt sugar crust but if your passionate about chocolate the chocolate mousse is infused with rum and whipped so fluffy and light you'll swear it's heaven sent!

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Blair

Dined 7 days ago

Wow! What a fantastic dining experience! The food was fresh, homemade, and exquisite. The service was superior - very personalized; Arturo and Sergio are superior human beings. Parking was easy. Overall , A+!

Christopher's at Wrigley Mansion

4.9

4.9 (133)

$50 and over

Contemporary French

Biltmore

About the restaurant

Chef Christopher Gross, a James Beard Award winner, is among the top chefs in the U.S. His accolades include the Robert Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence, being named one of America's 10 Best New Chefs by Food & Wine Magazine, and an 18/20 rating by Gayot.
Juxtaposed against the historic Wrigley Mansion, Christopher’s is a modern glass-and-steel gem featuring Chef Gross's creative weekend Tasting and weekday Classics menus. Perched atop a hill, the restaurant offers stunning city and mountain views from every table, an intimate dining room adorned with local art, and an open kitchen centered around a wood-fired grill. With a lively chef’s counter and open-air patio, Chef Christopher and his team not only cook but also serve, providing a fresh, ever-changing menu that delivers a unique and unforgettable hospitality experience.

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TeresaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

As usual, impeccable service by Aria and everyone we came in contact with…at least 8 people or more throughout the evening. The level of service is truly amazing. Beautifully presented food.

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4.8

4.8 (274)

$31 to $50

International

Downtown Phoenix

About the restaurant

Pa’La means “for-the…” and it is forged in a passion to deliver food and wine that is inherently approachable and human to our community of people.
Drawing from coastal cultures of the Mediterranean and South America, ingredients are sourced locally with wild caught seafood, organic grains, and vegetables.
We created a wine program that complements the seasonality of our menu.
Focusing on organic, sustainably farmed, and high-quality products; curating a list of 350 labels, most accessible to all, and representing 15 countries, from the coastal Mediterranean, Europe, to the American continent.
Our draft beers are exclusively selected from local hand crafted breweries.
It is Pa’ La’s commitment to bring a unique and unforgettable experience to the people of Phoenix and beyond.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 7 days ago

We had a wonderful evening listening to jazz on the 2nd level while enjoying delicious food and cocktails. Thanks again for a great time and birthday celebration.

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Different Pointe of View

4.7

4.7 (5273)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

North Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

Guests of this renowned, AAA Four-Diamond award-winning mountaintop restaurant are treated to a delectable fusion of American cuisine with Mediterranean influences. Complementing the flavorful menu is exceptional service and an unforgettable atmosphere. Experience this striking dining destination with floor-to-ceiling windows highlighting panoramic views of the Valley's desert landscape, the city's lights and Arizona's breathtaking sunsets. For reservations please call (602) 866-6350.*

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LarryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

View is great. Everyone was so nice. Service was great and the food was too! Very enjoyable evening. Meal was delicious. Will visit again.

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Popular dish

Citrus Cheesecake

Popular dish

Butter Basted Prime Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Aged Prime New York Strip

Wrigley Mansion - Geordie's

4.7

4.7 (1864)

$31 to $50

American

Biltmore

About the restaurant

Opulent 1930s ambiance, sophisticated menus and stunning views.

Step into the world of 1930s grandeur at Geordie’s Restaurant & Lounge. Led by Chef Nick Kennedy, enjoy enticing seasonal cuisine served in an elegant yet welcoming setting by our gracious staff. Recently refreshed and restored, Geordie’s grand dining rooms and unique Chef’s Table transport guests to a more refined era while delighting in the thoroughly modern fare. Indulge in an unforgettable dinner surrounded by breathtaking views. Along the way, you'll discover why Wine Spectator recognized us as one of America’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, thanks to an outstanding wine program that includes more than 18,000 bottles.

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Vennette

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

excellent choice for spectacular food, unmatched city views, and unique and warm ambiance.

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Experience

Wrigley Mansion Tour Experience

Experience

Thursday Night Jazz

Experience

Private Dining DINNER

Flour & Thyme

4.7

4.7 (82)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown Phoenix

About the restaurant

The sister restaurant to Anhelo by Chef Ivan Jacobo. Join us at the Orpheum Lofts at Anhelo’s previous home. Flour & Thyme is a love letter from chef to Downtown Phoenix, on what he considers the perfect restaurant for downtown. Featuring a wood fired grill in house dry aged duck, beef and fish. You are sure to find something delicious to satisfy your taste buds.

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CharlesVIP

Dined 3 days ago

From the time we walked into the restaurant everyone was happy. Great food, great service and nice place. I will go back for sure.

Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain

4.6

4.6 (2544)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

Quiessence is a fine dining, true farm to table restaurant located at The Farm at South Mountain, a 10 acre oasis by South Mountain. We have a 2 acre organic garden onsite that we utilize as much as possible for our dishes. Our menu changes regularly based on local and seasonal availability. We offer tasting menus with the option of doing 3, 4 or 5 courses. The restaurant itself is housed in the original farmhouse of the property giving the restaurant plenty of rustic charm. Patio dining is also highly sought after when the weather is nice.

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JaimeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

This was the ultimate dining experience! A group of six best girlfriends enjoyed the experience at Quiessence and we had the most amazing dishes. The presentation of the dishes was spectacular as was the flavor of every bite. Definitely I will be back again!!

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the larder & the delta

4.6

4.6 (148)

$50 and over

Southern

Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

The larder & the delta, located in the heart of Phoenix, AZ, offering an exceptional dining experience that combines southern culinary traditions with a modern twist. Situated at 2320 E. Osborn Rd., this top Phoenix restaurant, led by Chef Stephen Jones, features a renowned 12-course tasting menu crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients once on Thursdays and with multiple seatings available on Fridays and Saturdays. Join us Wednesdays for Breaking Break, a shorter Family Style dinner featuring some of our favorites, guests can also savor a delectable Sunday brunch once a month. Along with a carefully curated bar menu and wine list, Chef Stephen Jones is providing a diverse culinary journey.

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Sarah

Dined on May 24, 2025

This was an excellent dining experience. We tried all of the food options for the three-course Restaurant Week menu, plus the wine pairing. The restaurant is small, creating a cozy and intimate ambiance along with charming low lights and elevated farmhouse decor. The servers were friendly and attentive. The music selection was surprisingly delightful with some R&B in the mix. The highlight of each course for us was the asparagus with truffle aioli and crispy bacon to start, and the pork skirt steak with zhoug for the entree. The dessert poundcake was good, though it didn’t blow me away. All in all, we can’t wait to go back for the 5- or even 8-course tasting menu!!

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Experience

Father's Day Dinner

Experience

8-Course Tasting Experience

Experience

5-course Tasting Experience

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