Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Birmingham

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Updated July 05, 2025

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

Galley and Garden

4.8

4.8 (1712)

$30 and under

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Celebrated as the "Most Romantic Restaurant in Alabama", Galley and Garden features the finest locally sourced ingredients crafted into a creative and fresh menu. This beloved neighborhood gem is also recognized as Wine Enthusiast magazine's 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America and has garnered Wine Spectator's Best Award of Excellence. Artfully presented dishes, impeccable service, and the perfect address are signature to Galley and Garden, making it the perfect venue to celebrate any momentous occasion.

Top review

haley

Dined 5 days ago

A beautiful venue with a great cocktail selection, wine list, and rotating seasonal dishes.

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Popular dish

Bread Pudding

Popular dish

G&G's Own Banana Pudding

Popular dish

Smoked Pork Chop

Amore

4.8

4.8 (2054)

$31 to $50

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Amore Ristorante Italiano, has been a traditional family owned and operated business since 2005. We are first generation Americans who have inherited the great cultures of the old world; who have actually lived and breathed the culture of the people we represent, in the translation of the food, wine, and spirit we serve you.

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Michael

Dined 7 days ago

Great food and service! Looking forward to the next time

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Bellini's Ristorante & Bar

4.7

4.7 (3111)

$30 and under

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Great ideas often occur in the most comfortable of settings and Bellinis is no exception. With that in mind, in 2008 after discussing ideas over a bottle (or 2) of wine, the concept of Bellinis was formed. Come see why "Life is Sweet" at our place. Relax and enjoy your own glass of wine among friends and see where your discussions take you. At Bellinis OUR Passion is YOUR Food and YOUR Service.

Bellini's features 100% Prime Organic Beef, housemade pastas, veal, seafood and classic Tuscan Italian dishes. Bellini's maintains an extensive wine selection and weekly desert specials. Our bar opens weekdays at 4pm for drinks and dinner service begins at 5pm Monday to Saturday.

We have two private dining areas available for large parties. Our private dining room accommodates 20 to 25 patrons and features a 48" TV with audio visual capabilities. Our Intimate Dining room accommodates 10 to 15 patrons. Reservations are suggested.

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Latonya

Dined 2 days ago

Good quality food and service as always! See for yourself, don't forget to taste their signature bread pudding 😋 you will definitely enjoy 😉

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Popular dish

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (8937)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Enjoy the magic of Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® in the Magic City! Whether dining with coworkers, enjoying a night out with friends, or hosting a special event, Perry’s award-winning menu, original cocktails and extensive wine list are perfect for any occasion. Boasting 10,000 square feet, our Birmingham location offers all of Perry’s unique features, including four private dining rooms, an island bar and an outdoor patio.

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JohnnyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Matthew at the bar makes great martinis and is very attentive. Always takes good care of us!

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Popular dish

Dinner-Cut Pork Chop

Popular dish

ORANGE VANILLA CREAM CHEESECAKE

Popular dish

Crab Cakes

Little Betty Steak Bar

4.7

4.7 (676)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Mountain Brook

About the restaurant

Revival Restaurant Group is delighted to introduce our newest concept - Little Betty Steak Bar. Located in Mountain Brook, Little Betty is an elegant, first-rate steakhouse and bar with a lively environment beautifully built to make you feel at home. With the thoughtfully curated work of Chef Kyle exploring influences from Italian and Japanese cuisine flavors, Little Betty is a Lane Parke neighborhood favorite.

Please, see our dining guidelines here:
https://www.littlebettysteakbar.com/_files/ugd/27e6c2_3954c56f39bc4976863434a43f1bb717.pdf

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samVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The food was amazing and Braxton, our server, was attentive and friendly.

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4.4

4.4 (50)

$31 to $50

French

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Step into Rêve—Birmingham’s premiere destination for innovative, ingredient-driven dining. Whether you’re indulging in our seasonal tasting menus or ordering à la carte from refined house classics, every dish is a celebration of flavor, sustainability, and technique. Prime steaks, dry-aged in house, and pristine seafood flown in daily set the stage for an unforgettable experience. Dine inside our intimate dining room or unwind on our cozy outdoor patio. Signature dishes like molasses-glazed duck and our famed foie gras course speak to our commitment to whole-animal usage and culinary storytelling. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or your next elevated night out. Tasting menus available nightly, with limited patio seating and à la carte offerings always welcome. Reservations are strongly encouraged—your table at Rêve awaits.

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james

Dined 4 days ago

Our server and front of house was exceptional in every way. Charming, knowledgeable and took great care. Thank you!

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Experience

The Atelier Menu (Six Course)

Experience

The Full Story Menu ( Ten Course)

Experience

Heure Très Charmante — Very Charming Hour at Rêve

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Birmingham

4.3

4.3 (2055)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Birmingham, Alabama is situated in the lobby of the Embassy Suites hotel conveniently located just off the Red Mountain Expressway between the Homewood and Mountain Brook neighborhoods. Deep, rich reds with accents of teal and copper predominate the steakhouse dining room while the dense foliage of the open atrium hotel envelops our restaurant in an air of casual elegance.

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David

Dined 6 days ago

As always, Ruth Chris provides a fantastic night out! The food, the wine, the service are all absolutely top notch. Our server team, Joseph and Crystal, went over and above to make the night special. (A birthday celebration!)

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4.3

4.3 (150)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mt Laurel

About the restaurant

Just south of Birmingham on Hwy 280 you’ll discover a hidden gem that reflects old world comfort with modern twists on Mediterranean cuisine. Grand Ticino Trattoria Italiano is an upscale casual Italian restaurant. We offer a variety of food including: made from scratch pastas, authentic Neapolitan pizzas, signature dishes, and full bar with custom cocktails. Between our intimate dining room, classy bar, and covered patio, we have a space for all to enjoy! At Grand Ticino, we pride ourselves in making you feel like you are part of our famiglia.
Saluti!

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JeanneVIP

Dined on Jul 10, 2025

Fantastic in every area. Bread pudding is a must

Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails

4.0

4 (740)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

For decades, craftspeople from around the world were drawn to Homewood by a common theme - the lure of fire and iron. The ability to wield a spark became their calling card and for these hard-working artisans, food played a key role in their legendary story. Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails is a tribute to this legacy where iron and fire come together to create elevated comfort food for a new generation in Birmingham.

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TimothyVIP

Dined on Jul 3, 2025

Dinner was very good and the wine selection was nice.

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The Yard - Birmingham

3.3

3.3 (723)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Yard in Birmingham, Alabama, where Elevated Dutch-Southern Fusion takes center stage. Indulge in a culinary journey crafted by Executive Chef Shellbie King, whose expertise transforms hearty, rich, and soulful ingredients into exquisite dishes. The warm ambiance envelops you in Southern charm, with decor featuring reclaimed wood, leather accents, and artful touches. Immerse yourself in a dining experience where every detail, from the menu to the lighting, contributes to a memorable fusion of flavors and hospitality.

We serve breakfast and dinner weekly, and we serve breakfast, brunch, and dinner on weekends. We are happy to accommodate large groups! Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more. Any reservation created online for parties of 7 or more, including those created as multiple smaller parties, will not be honored.

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Kathryn

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Great food and environment. Really nice place to have brunch and actually be able to hear your friends! Service was a little slow, but we didn’t care much, because we enjoyed everything else!

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