Best Romantic Restaurants in New York

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1. Prime 259

4.5

Awesome(88)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River Edge

Booked 2 times today

With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us. Upscale American Dining! In the heart of Bergen County. Offering a great atmosphere and outdoor dining! Full bar and extensive wine list available.

2. Pancetta

4.2

Awesome(175)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Teaneck

Booked 2 times today

With more than 20 years of experience as one of the best Italian restaurants Teaneck, NJ has to offer, Pancetta guarantees that responsibly sourced ingredients are carefully crafted into great value dishes with authentic flavors. We are perfect for large groups or romantic private dinners.

3. Nanni Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(683)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rochelle Park

Booked 3 times today

Nanni Ristorante in Rochelle Park successfully combines Old World charm and dependability with exciting cuisine and an array of specials sure to please the palate. Menu highlights include the anticipated pasta, seafood, veal, beef and poultry sprinkled with surprises such as frog legs and calves’ livers. Seasoned veteran Chef Paolo Gilberto, formerly of Archer’s in Fort Lee, bought into the start-up Nanni in 1986 before bringing along Archer maitre d’ and employees Manny Moreira and Lino Queirolo. The three have brought simple elegance to this busy Passaic Street restaurant, and have created some of the finest Italian dishes in the area. Nanni’s wine list features selections from Italy, France and California. Step out of a busy day and into a relaxing, traditional Italian venue for a few hours and be pleasantly surprised with good food, wine and excellent service in a comfortably elegant atmosphere.Contact us for our live music schedule. (subject to change).

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4. Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Hackensack

Booked 4 times today

The Ivy Inn Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place for a date night or celebratory dinner with your partner. Sit by the fireplace indoors and listen to the live piano player while you enjoy a meal of roasted rack of lamb or grilled veal chop served in a mushroom cognac cream sauce. During nice weather, sit out on the patio that is surrounded by greenery for privacy and dine on broiled Canadian salmon or the blackened Louisiana catfish served with a spicy tomato salsa. While the mood is intimate, children are welcome at the Ivy Inn and menu items for them include penne pasta with butter, three mini sliders or a pizzette.The Ivy Inn offers a global selection of both red and white wines. For those that are more adventurous, there are tasting options on the menu which present you with a sampling of three distinctly different wines.

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5. Arnaud's Steak and Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(24)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • North Riverdale

Arnaud's Steak & Seafood places French-inspired cuisine in the forefront, bringing a fresh, Fine Dining experience to Riverdale. Its cozy yet elegant decor, and romantic ambience makes each experience worth while. Patrons should expect top quality meats and seafood, and a beautifully elaborate menu. With its carefully crafted selection of wines and cocktails, Arnaud's provides an elevated experience that captivates its guests upon each visit.

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6. Yukka Latin Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • North Riverdale

Booked 3 times today

Yukka Latin Bistro is in business to create latin food with simple yet elegant latin food. Yukka’s industrial open space brings a communal atmosphere, bridging the dining room and open kitchen, which features a wood-burning grill. Our constant pursuit for contemporary renditions of classic seafood preparations, achievement of excellence in every detail of service, and the most pleasurable wines; is our commitments to our guests. We want to introduce fine dining, furthermore create a long term patron by enlightening with a causal; free of pressure ambiance, that makes return time and again to enjoy signature dishes.

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7. Bitcoin New York Steakhouse

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Inwood

We are all about our Food and a great culinary experience. Our distinctively curated space pays homage to the BITCOIN era, incorporating glamorous, innovative and elevated decor to our dinning space. Our primary mission is to provide you with unmatched service through genuine hospitality and a commitment to excellence, together with serving top-grade food, prepared by hand, from scratch with the cleanest and most professional presentation possible. First of its kind in Uptown New York. BITCOIN isn't just your neighborhood Steakhouse; it's an experience for those seeking something out of the ordinary and impeccable service

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8. El Tanque Trattoria Bar

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5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Inwood

El Tanque Trattoria Bar is a cozy trattoria nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Inwood, New York. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Italy and the Dominican Republic, El Tanque brings you a fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your heart. At El Tanque, they believe in the power of simple food made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Their menu features a variety of classic Italian dishes, as well as some Dominican-inspired creations. They also have a great selection of wines and cocktails. The ambiance at El Tanque is warm and welcoming, with a stylish and modern interior that reflects the vibrant spirit of Inwood. The staff is friendly and attentive, and they are always happy to help you choose the perfect dish. Whether you're looking for a romantic night out or a casual meal with friends, El Tanque Trattoria Bar is the perfect place to go.

9. Chez Fifi

4.7

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Upper East Side

Booked 54 times today

A new French bistro nestled in a historic townhouse on the Upper East Side. In the main dining room, Executive Chef Zack Zeidman delivers Parisian classics with Basque flair. Upstairs at Salon de Fifi a l’Étage, master mixologist Yumi Nemoto showcases innovative signature cocktails, served alongside light bites from the kitchen below.Please direct private dining inquiries to reservations@chezfifinyc.com. Kindly note that we do not take standard reservations over email. We look forward to dining with you!

10. Don Angie

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 46 times today

Don Angie is an intimate restaurant serving up a modern ode to Italian-American cuisine by husband and wife chefs and co-owners Angela Rito and Scott Tacinelli, in partnership with Quality Branded. Located in the heart of New York City’s West Village, the restaurant’s menu reimagines comforting dishes from Angie and Scott’s childhoods, with distinctive twists, often drawing inspiration from their collective travels. Shortly after opening, Don Angie earned a 2-star critic’s pick review from the New York Times and named one of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in America in 2018. Scott and Angie earned nominations from the James Beard Foundation in 2019, 2020 2022, and 2025. In May 2021, Don Angie was awarded a Michelin star.

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ReginaVIP
New Jersey •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Consistency is the key word at Nanni's The food and the service is always excellent.
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Nanni RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Rochelle Park
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4.7
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Eugene
Atlanta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 18, 2025
Great restaurant- quite the unexpected gem in riverdale.
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Arnaud's Steak and SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• North Riverdale
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4.6
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Wilsid
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 4, 2025
Great food and wonderful service! Another special occasion at the Ivy Inn and more great memories. Thank you to the staff. Always friendly and welcoming. Complements to the chef food is delicious.
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Ivy Inn Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Hackensack
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4.5
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Stan
West Palm Beach •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 22, 2025
The food was very good. The service was excellent. The restaurant is too small to have loud music and singing. The entrainer was very good, but too loud.
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Prime 259Price: Moderate• Italian• River Edge
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4.5
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Gigi
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Our experience at Pancetta was great! Our waitress Monica, was so friendly, patient and accommodating. She was happy to ask the bar our questions about drinks and answer any questions about food. By the end of the night we wanted her to have a seat and join us for dinner! The food came out extremely quickly and the The bar was willing to put together a drink that wasn’t on the menu for us. We couldn’t have asked for better service.
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PancettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Teaneck
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4.2

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