Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Queens

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Queens? 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!

Vetro by Russo's on the Bay

5.0

5 (1598)

$31 to $50

Italian

Howard Beach

About the restaurant

From exquisite cuisine, expansive wine cellar, cocktail lounge and exemplary service. Vetro expands Russo's fine culinary tradition into an elegant restaurant completely distinct from your private occasion. Restaurant, Dine in wine cellar, special occasions.

Top review

Catherine

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing staff from check in to host to server . Great food. Great location. My family enjoyed the music playing in the background. Overall 5 stars.

Kaizen Flushing

5.0

5 (573)

$50 and over

Sushi

Flushing

About the restaurant

**To reserve a seat for our exclusive 15-course omakase experience at the sushi counter, please select the "Experiences" option below and book under 15-Course Omakase.

Discover Kaizen, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Flushing, Queens. Our menu, featuring premium sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls, celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine with a modern twist, offering flavors that are both timeless and inspired. Whether you're indulging in our exquisite 15-course omakase or sharing small plates with friends, every dish is crafted to excite the palate and elevate the moment. With a vibrant atmosphere perfect for social occasions, corporate events, or intimate gatherings, Kaizen promises a dining experience that’s as dynamic and delightful as its name suggests.

Important: The sushi counter is only reserved for omakase.

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Enmanuel

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing experience and everything tasted amazing!!

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Experience

15-Course Premium Selection Omakase

Experience

Bottomless Happy Hour / Open Bar

Experience

$45 7-Course Lunch Omakase

Botte Bar

4.9

4.9 (48)

$30 and under

Italian

Astoria

About the restaurant

Welcome to Botte Bar, a cozy small size Italian restaurant specializing in Roman cuisine and traditional Italian cocktails located at 25-07 Broadway in Astoria, Queens. It is our pleasure to serve you delicious, inspired Italian dishes from Rome.

We offer a selection of cicchetti (small plates), and a large selection of pastas, appetizers, salads, seafood and meat dishes and a selection of rotating specials. We handpicked our selections of Italian wine to complement our menu.

We have a full bar with a signature cocktail menu, where you can also enjoy a full dinner.

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JhoanVIP

Dined on May 1, 2025

Very small spot, but super cozy. Food is great and so are the drinks. Everything tastes super fresh and the employees are very friendly. Their happy hour menu is really good too, with a few appetizers, oysters and drinks

Néo Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (7)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Forest Hills

About the restaurant

Nestled in Hollis Hills, Néo brings a refined yet contemporary take on Mediterranean cuisine, drawing inspiration from the coastal flavors of Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and Israel. With a commitment to quality, Néo sources fresh, local ingredients to craft dishes that celebrate the vibrant essence of the Mediterranean. The restaurant’s elegant yet inviting atmosphere sets the stage for a dining experience that is both sophisticated and welcoming. Whether you’re gathering for a special occasion or simply indulging in a meal that transports you to the shores of the Mediterranean, Néo offers a space where food, culture, and hospitality come together in perfect harmony.

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robin

Dined on May 23, 2025

A perfect & delicious dining experience! An exquisite evening of wonderful service-beautiful decor and delectable food.

Prime Met Steakhouse & Rooftop Lounge

4.8

4.8 (199)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Flushing

About the restaurant

• PLAYFUL
Our service is gregarious & enchanting.
Our spirit is energizing & uplifting.
Our flavors are daring, our presentations are eye-catching, and our concoctions will stimulate your senses.
Above all, your experience with us will always be a memorable one.
• REFINED
We are obsessed with excellence, rooted in classic techniques and training. We fuss about the right things and have the expertise to back it up. We are dedicated to the finest product,
preparation, and hospitality, elevating every step of the guest’s journey, from the first host greeting to the hand-crafted cocktail to punctuate the meal.
• PIONEERS
From our US patent for our dry-aging process for beef to being the first Chinese-influenced Chophouse brought to market, we value originality and innovation. We regularly think outside the box, employing ingenuity to make for a unique experience.

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RonellaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

I love the ambiance, and the food was very tasty. Will definitely be returning.

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4.7

4.7 (9)

$30 and under

Sichuan

Flushing

About the restaurant

Here at Jiang Nan Restaurant, we work hard to ensure that your food is served Sichuan style It is also our full intention to provide you with the high quality of service that you deserve.

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Paul

Dined 2 days ago

Nowhere better to be found in NYC for Peking Duck.

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Experience

Happy Hour

Truth Lounge Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (62)

$30 and under

Asian

Astoria

About the restaurant

Bringing good times, amazing cocktails, and authentic Asian cuisine to the heart of Queens.
Valet Parking available

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Annebenanne

Dined on May 31, 2025

This is a beautiful Resturant. The food was BOMB, we loved the option to eat family style and allowed us to taste various things of the money. My favorites were the orange chicken and the rock shrimp. The customer service was amazing, the staff definitely did a great job of making us feel welcomed and catering to our needs. The ambiance was so vibey and picturesque definitely reccomend to anyone .

Maiella - LIC

4.6

4.6 (2510)

$31 to $50

Italian

Long Island City

About the restaurant

Maiella, a casually elegant restaurant located in the picturesque waterfront section of Long Island City, New York, serves authentic Italian dishes with a modern flare and the freshest ingredients. Maiella sits at the base of the iconic Pepsi sign in Gantry State Park, and features spectacular city views. Designed by a leading New York City Architecture firm, Bluarch, the rustic space features seating for up to 180 guests inside and almost 100 guests in the outdoor terrace facing Manhattan and Gantry State Park. Inquire about the private dining rooms as well as larger parties.

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SawanVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent as always. Great ambiance, great food and service and an excellent soundtrack.

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4.5

4.5 (5255)

$31 to $50

Latin / Spanish

Long Island City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Blend on the Water, a culinary oasis offering Latin Fusion cuisine, nestled along the picturesque East River in LIC. Whether you join us for a nightly dinner or daily brunch, your dining experience will be nothing short of extraordinary.

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Kiera

Dined 7 days ago

Came for our anniversary and it was incredible! The food was amazing, the drinks were strong and delicious and the ambiance is great. Love the view, made for a great photo op as well. We will definitely be back!

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Experience

Birthday Dinner On Us!

Experience

Sunday Supper 3-course Dinner

VIVO Restaurant & Catering

4.4

4.4 (504)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Bayside

About the restaurant

VIVO! Restaurant & Catering presents a menu that is inspired by local and seasonal ingredients. Our Culinary Team is committed to utilizing only the finest quality components, ensuring that the essence of each dish remains uncompromised.

The restaurant exudes an upscale atmosphere that reflects a sense of old-world charm. Housed in the former mansion of the illustrious Rudolph Valentino, the venue is both sophisticated and chic, featuring sunlit traditional ballrooms, a distinctly urban ambiance in the dining area, expertly crafted cocktails at the bar and lounge, as well as outdoor dining options on the patio.

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lori

Dined on May 25, 2025

We asked the staff if we could sit outside and they set up a lovely table in the gazebo just for us. Very accommodating. I had the steak frite and it was very good. The brunch special comes with a cocktail and I found it to be a good value. I will definitely go back

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