50 Best Restaurants for a Date in America for 2019

As Voted by OpenTable Diners

Whether it's your first date or your 500th, it can be stressful picking out restaurants for date night. OpenTable's 2019 list of the 50 Best Restaurants for a Date in America highlights the most popular spots across the country with the perfect ambiance, menu options and more to create a truly unforgettable date. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of 12,000,000+ reviews of more than 30,000 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.

57 Restaurants

Updated October 02, 2019

Restaurants:	Arrowhead Grill, Blend on the Water, Castaway - Burbank…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse, Latin / Spanish…
Neighborhoods:	Glendale / Peoria, Long Island City, Burbank…

Arrowhead Grill

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Glendale / Peoria

4,454 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Great service.

97% recommended

Best Food in Phoenix / Arizona

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Blend on the Water

$$$$·Latin / Spanish·

Long Island City

3,580 reviews

Waterfront
Good for a Date
Good for Birthdays

It was great food, great ambiance, and the service was amazing.

91% recommended

Most Booked in Queens

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Castaway - Burbank

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Burbank

2,598 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasion
Good for a Date

Food was delicious. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and were seated where we had an awesome view.

87% recommended

Scenic View in San Fernando Valley / Valencia

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Catch LA

$$$$·Seafood·

West Hollywood

5,100 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Hot Spot

Outstanding food and beautiful vibes. I highly recommend it.

81% recommended

Seafood in Los Angeles

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Chart House Restaurant - Weehawken

$$$$·Seafood·

Weehawken

9,433 reviews

Waterfront
Scenic View
Good for a Date

Our waiter Renee was phenomenal. He was patient , personable, and knowledgeable. He gave suggestions when we couldn’t make a decision regarding the great choices on the menu. I wil…Read more

95% recommended

Best Ambiance in New Jersey - North

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Connors Steak & Seafood - Huntsville

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Huntsville

2,956 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Great meal.

97% recommended

Steakhouse in Alabama

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Annapolis

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Annapolis

2,879 reviews

Good for a Date
Notable Wine List
Special Occasion

Delicious food and the wine of the month was great this time! Our waitress was very attentive, which is always nice.

94% recommended

Notable Wine List in Baltimore / Maryland

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Brookfield

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Brookfield

3,029 reviews

Notable Wine List
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

Always a wonderful experience!!!

94% recommended

Notable Wine List in Wisconsin

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Columbus

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Columbus

4,998 reviews

Notable Wine List
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

Beautiful. Enjoyable. Predicable in all the best ways. Never a disappointment.

91% recommended

Notable Wine List in Columbus

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Tampa

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Tampa

4,822 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Notable Wine List

We were out with friends celebrating a 50th birthday. Our service, food and overall experience was fantastic as usual!

95% recommended

Notable Wine List in Tampa / Central Florida West

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Oak Lawn

3,052 reviews

Good for Birthdays
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

Service was amazing and the food was delicious. The wine is wonderful and the atmosphere was festive.

95% recommended

Best Ambiance in South Suburbs

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Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Philadelphia

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Center City

7,566 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Everything was excellent. The Philadelphia restaurant week menu was great. I will go back again.

90% recommended

Steakhouse in Philadelphia

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Devon Seafood + Steak - Hershey

$$$$·Seafood·

Hershey

8,096 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Excellent service - the charred salmon salad was delicious! Will die in there again!

96% recommended

Best Overall in Hershey / Harrisburg

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Eiffel Tower

$$$$·French·

Paris Hotel and Casino

15,324 reviews

Romantic
Scenic View
Special Occasion

Just a great experience, nice place to have a special meal with someone!

93% recommended

French in Las Vegas

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Filomena Ristorante

$$$$·Italian·

Georgetown

12,259 reviews

Special Occasion
Authentic
Good for a Date

We’ve been going for over 30 years. Just one of our favorite places to indulge. There’s just something about it.

95% recommended

Italian in Washington, D.C. Area

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Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck

$$$$·Asian·

Downtown

8,080 reviews

Romantic
Scenic View
Special Occasion

Wonderful experience!

92% recommended

Best Ambiance in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar - Memphis

$$$$·American·

Downtown

6,683 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Beautiful restaurant with terrific food and wonderful service. Absolutely love the idea of wine flights and food flights. Very original.

98% recommended

Best Overall in Memphis

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Giada - The Cromwell

$$$$·Contemporary Italian·

The Strip

13,077 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Romantic

Hubby & I tried the tasting menu. Each course was outstanding. We were so full after the entrees, our waiter, Andrew volunteered to pack up our leftovers & that we could come back …Read more

87% recommended

Most Booked in Las Vegas

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Girl & the Goat

$$$$·Contemporary American·

West Loop

10,604 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Creative Cuisine

One of the finest restaurants in Chicago! Delicious!

96% recommended

Contemporary American in Chicago / Illinois

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Golden Steer Steakhouse

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Near the Strip

4,073 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Probably the best steak house in Vegas. Awesome old school atmosphere. If you’re looking for some great food and great Vegas history, this is the place!

92% recommended

Steakhouse in Las Vegas

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Gordon Ramsay Steak - Paris Las Vegas

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Paris Hotel and Casino

13,467 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Did not disappoint! Everything was high quality and very enjoyable. Looking forward to a return trip soon.

Most Booked in Las Vegas

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GW Fins

$$$$·Seafood·

French Quarter

12,683 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Excellent service- staff makes one feel welcomed and appreciated. Along with the delicious food and ambience- a truly wonderful evening.

98% recommended

Best Overall in New Orleans / Louisiana

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Harry & Izzy's - Downtown

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown Indy

6,778 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Extraordinary server. Attentive but not hovering. Excellent timing serving food and drinks. The NY strip was generous and prepared as requested. Some people order “stuff” on top of…Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in Indiana

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Hell's Kitchen - Caesars Palace Las Vegas

$$$$·American·

Caesars Palace

15,005 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Great!!! I will definitely be back on my next trip!

89% recommended

Most Booked in Las Vegas

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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

$$$$·Steak·

Glastonbury

6,728 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Outstanding as always.

98% recommended

Steak in New York / Tri-State Area

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Jimmy Kelly's Restaurant

$$$$·Steakhouse·

West End

4,496 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

I first dined at Jimmy Kelly's in 2008. I have enjoyed dining at Jimmy Kelly's every time I've been in Nashville since then. This week's visit was no different. Chris, our server, …Read more

86% recommended

Special Occasion in Nashville

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Gilbert

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Gilbert

2,756 reviews

Good for Anniversaries
Special Occasion
Good for a Date

Terrific evening of food & fun with friends! Waiter, James, was perfectly attentive, made sure that my Gluten Free meal was proper. The Chef & kitchen staff turned out fabulous ste…Read more

96% recommended

Special Occasion in Phoenix / Arizona

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Kyle G's Prime Seafood

$$$$·Seafood·

Stuart

2,286 reviews

Waterfront
Scenic View
Good for a Date

Great spot with beautiful views and excellent food!

93% recommended

Scenic View in Orlando / Central Florida East

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Latitudes on Sunset Key

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Key West

8,993 reviews

Scenic View
Waterfront
Romantic

This is our favorite place to eat. Not just in Key West-- anywhere.

96% recommended

Best Overall in Key West / Florida Keys

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Le Diplomate

$$$$·French·

Logan Circle

8,420 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries

Great service, delicious food, attentive staff, beautiful atmosphere.

96% recommended

French in Washington, D.C. Area

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LeCulture Cafe

$$$$·American·

Detroit

1,446 reviews

Good for a Date
Comfort Food
Special Occasion

I must admit the food was spectacular to say the least, my waiter was wonderful. I was overall pleased.

87% recommended

Most Booked in Detroit / Eastern Michigan

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Maggiano's - Nashville

$$$$·Italian·

West End

8,467 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Good for Birthdays

Excellent Sunday brunch with friends and teenage kids. Food and service, as always, was the best we've had in Nashville in the 12 years we've lived here.

96% recommended

Best Value in Nashville

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Mama's Fish House

$$$$·Fish·

Paia

29,157 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasion
Waterfront

Mama's was recommended to us by several coworkers and my goodness they did not disappoint!! First off the restaurant is located next to this incredible beach with turquoise blue wa…Read more

98% recommended

Best Overall in Hawaii

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Meson Sabika

$$$$·Tapas / Small Plates·

Naperville

6,437 reviews

Tapas
Special Occasion
Good for a Date

Everything was outstanding!

95% recommended

Tapas / Small Plates in Chicago / Illinois

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Ocean Prime - Tampa

$$$$·Seafood·

Tampa

5,961 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Friendly greeting, courteous service, lots of attention, excellent food! Definitely coming back. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

95% recommended

Seafood in Tampa / Central Florida West

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The Olde Pink House Restaurant

$$$$·Southern·

Savannah

15,650 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Romantic

As expected the dining experience was excellent. From start to finish a very elegant and delicious meal.

94% recommended

Best Service in Savannah

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Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

$$$$·Steak·

NW Dallas / Love Field Area

7,680 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Excellent food and service.

94% recommended

Most Booked 1000-Point Tables in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Perch LA

$$$$·French American·

Downtown

5,883 reviews

Scenic View
Good for a Date
Great for Outdoor Dining

Great date night dining. Food and service was excellent. The band was groovy and, at least where we were sitting, a perfect accompaniment to our meal. We can wait to go back.

90% recommended

Most Booked in Los Angeles

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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Grapevine

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Grapevine

2,184 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Everything was perfect, and will definitely be going back.

94% recommended

Most Booked in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Downtown

5,818 reviews

Business Meals
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Went for the lunch pork chop special, and it did not disappoint!

93% recommended

Great for Lunch in Austin

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Pier W

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Lakewood

6,578 reviews

Scenic View
Waterfront
Special Occasion

Went here with my fiancé for our 6 year dating anniversary, and the food and atmosphere was awesome! Definitely recommend!

97% recommended

Best Overall in Cleveland / Akron / Canton

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The Pink Door

$$$$·Italian·

Belltown / Pike Place Market

4,732 reviews

Good for a Date
Romantic
Special Occasion

It was great. That place always has amazing food, ambiance, service, and sometimes entertainment.

95% recommended

Best Ambiance in Seattle / Eastern Washington

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Portland City Grill

$$$$·Steak·

Downtown

7,525 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasion
Good for a Date

Food and the view, as always, was fantastic!

90% recommended

Most Booked in Portland / Oregon

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Ray's on the River

$$$$·Seafood·

Sandy Springs

9,376 reviews

Special Occasion
Scenic View
Waterfront

We have enjoyed this restaurant every time we have been there. Food is good, the view is beautiful, and it's nice to walk the gardens.

92% recommended

Scenic View in Atlanta / Georgia

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RPM Italian

$$$$·Italian·

River North (Chicago)

11,161 reviews

Good for a Date
Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries

One if the best meals I’ve ever had! We split the Lobster Caprese, Truffle garlic bread, Carbonara, a filet and the Halibut. It was perfect! And our server Mark was great!

94% recommended

Most Booked in Chicago / Illinois

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Russell's Steaks, Chops, and More

$$$$·Steak·

Buffalo

5,458 reviews

Special Occasion
Romantic
Good for Anniversaries

As usual, the food was delicious and service was great.

95% recommended

Steak in New York / Tri-State Area

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St. Elmo Steak House

$$$$·Steak·

Downtown Indy

15,778 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

My family came here to celebrate my mom's birthday and it was one of the best meals we've ever had in the city. Our server Jason was professional, well versed in the cuisine, and h…Read more

96% recommended

Best Service in Indiana

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Steak 44

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Central Phoenix

4,221 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

Everything about this place was amazing. Food was great. Portions are big. Would definitely recommend for a special occasion etc.

96% recommended

Best Overall in Phoenix / Arizona

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Steak 48 - Chicago

$$$$·Steakhouse·

River North (Chicago)

3,066 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Romantic

Fantastic spot.

95% recommended

Steakhouse in Chicago / Illinois

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Steak 48 - Houston

$$$$·Steakhouse·

River Oaks

4,221 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Food was amazing! Excellently prepared and cooked to perfection. Service was top notch and never went wanting.

96% recommended

Best Service in Houston

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The Sun Dial Restaurant at the Westin Peachtree Plaza

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Downtown

7,288 reviews

Scenic View
Romantic
Good for a Date

From the moment we walked in to our ride on the elevators we were overwhelmed. We were greeted at the counter with a smile and a happy anniversary from the receptionist. Everyone w…Read more

86% recommended

Scenic View in Atlanta / Georgia

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Talula’s Garden

$$$$·American·

Washington Square

8,322 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Special Occasion

Excellent all the way around!

96% recommended

American in Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs

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Texas de Brazil - Ft. Worth

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Fort Worth Downtown

3,068 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries
Good for a Date

We love dining at Texas den Brazil!!! We love the food and the service is great!! We have been eating there for many years!

93% recommended

Good for Groups in Fort Worth

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Top of the Hub

$$$$·American·

Back Bay

11,440 reviews

Scenic View
Romantic
Special Occasion

Dined there for anniversary dinner. We had requested window table less than 1 week before and received one! Mario our server along with rest of waitstaff fulfilled our requests pro…Read more

91% recommended

Most Booked in Boston / New England

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Top of the World Restaurant - The STRAT Hotel & Casino

$$$$·Steakhouse·

The STRAT Hotel & Casino

14,425 reviews

Scenic View
Romantic
Special Occasion

This restaurant never disappoints! Amazing food, service and views!

91% recommended

Most Booked in Las Vegas

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Vic's on the River

$$$$·Southern·

Savannah

6,996 reviews

Waterfront
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Everything was perfect from having our special table available when we arrived to the food and the service. Would recommend the fried pork chop, it’s a king sized treat. We travel …Read more

93% recommended

Scenic View in Savannah

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Wildfire - Schaumburg

$$$$·American·

Schaumburg

10,346 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Great service, great food, great drinks. Asked to be seated in a certain area and they did it. HIGHLY recommend Wildfire.

93% recommended

American in Northwest Suburbs

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