Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Raleigh

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Updated July 05, 2025

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

Herons

4.9

4.9 (3228)

$50 and over

American

Cary

About the restaurant

Herons, the signature restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, offers an exceptional fine dining experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Located close to Raleigh, North Carolina, Herons is known for its locally inspired, seasonal menus and stunning garden views, Herons showcases a full-view kitchen and an elegant, art-filled dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. Every detail—from the fresh, regionally sourced ingredients to the curated wine list—reflects a commitment to artistry and culinary excellence.

Top review

Tori

Dined 4 days ago

Having dinner at Herons was a truly special experience! We got the chef's tasting menu with wine pairing. Every dish was beautiful to look at and taste. The service was also impeccable! I feel lucky to have had this outstanding culinary experience!

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East End Bistrot Raleigh

4.9

4.9 (324)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

East End Bistrot offers an exceptional dining experience where French tradition meets Asian inspiration. Chef William D’Auvray and his team showcase a menu of responsibly and sustainably-harvested seafood, prime meats, and seasonal produce — all presented simply and elegantly. An enchanting ambiance, extensive wine list, and exemplary service elevate the East End Bistrot experience to new heights. Book a reservation and discover why we we were awarded Best New Restaurant and Restaurant of the Year back-to-back by Raleigh Magazine.

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TraceyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a lovey dinner and anniversary celebration.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Cary

4.8

4.8 (2546)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Cary

About the restaurant

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first-class service from one of the most outstanding prime steak houses in the world: Ruth's Chris Steak House. Among the most distinctive dining destinations in the area. At Ruth's Chris Steak House your service will always be first class-attentive but never fussy.

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Alex

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service, we enjoyed our dining experience

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Oak Steakhouse - Raleigh

4.8

4.8 (2527)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Oak Steakhouse Raleigh continues the legacy of the original Oak Steakhouse in Charleston, SC, with a modern take on the classic steakhouse. Located in the Warehouse District of downtown Raleigh, Oak Steakhouse offers an innovative approach to steakhouse dining, serving farm-fresh dishes alongside steakhouse classics. Under the direction of executive chef Todd Woods, Oak's menu highlights the restaurant's relationship with local farmers and purveyors. To complement the menu, Oak's expansive wine list features California Cabernet and Old World reds, including a selection of Italian and Spanish wines, as well as an array of artisan domestic wines. In celebration of Raleigh's local brewery scene, Oak Steakhouse showcases local brews alongside domestic and international beers. Classic and creative, seasonal cocktails are also on the menu.

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Steph

Dined 4 days ago

We really enjoyed everything about our experience and highly recommend enjoying a special meal there.

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Oak Steakhouse Burger

Amalia's Authentic Italian Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (881)

$50 and over

Italian

Wake Forest

About the restaurant

Amalia Fumelli is the inspiration behind Amalia’s Authentic Italian Restaurant. She was born in Italy in 1932, and grew up on a farm. As she grew up, she took an interest in cooking and learned everything about the Italian kitchen from her mother and grandmother. For countless hours each day, Amalia began making hand-made pasta with her rolling pin on an old, wooden table. After many years, she had mastered her pasta creations through her skilled handiwork, precise cutting skills, and the amount of love she put into her work.

Over time, Amalia has passed all of her secrets and knowledge about food along to her children and grandchildren. One grandchild in particular, Filippo Fanfani, gained a passion for the art of cooking through her guidance. As a child, he spent all his days at his grandmother’s house preparing meals for his family. The two have a strong bond, that began with their conjoining love of creating meals that are enjoyable for everyone.

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PhilVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

One of the best dining experiences ever. We were taken through the menu by the owner who is a delight. The food was excellent and different, the service impeccable.

La Terrazza

4.7

4.7 (542)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Raleigh

About the restaurant

La Terrazza, the newest addition to Umbria Hospitality Group, presents a delightful fusion of southern Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, complemented by an enchanting city skyline view. With seasonal delicacies, premium ingredients, and market-fresh produce, our menu showcases traditional favorites with innovative flair. Step into our inviting dining space adorned with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, or unwind at one of our two bars – one indoors and the other nestled in a patio enclosure. We aim to whisk you away to a culinary experience like no other. Patio seating is first come first serve for reservations.

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Farhan

Dined 4 days ago

Really great atmosphere, awesome vibe and amazing view

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RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Raleigh

4.7

4.7 (519)

$50 and over

American

Raleigh

About the restaurant

The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Raleigh, The Gallery at North Hills. Enjoy a menu of enduring classics and signature dishes, along with a curated selection of Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading, cast-stone center fountain.

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Wendy

Dined 5 days ago

Great food , service, the restaurant is so beautiful

Fleming's Steakhouse - Raleigh

4.6

4.6 (1865)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Your Raleigh Fleming's is located at the Crabtree Valley Mall, just north of the Raleigh Beltline on Glenwood Avenue and only a short distance from RBC Center and North Carolina State University. Fleming's in Raleigh is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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JennipherVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We love Flemings and go for every special occasion. The food is amazing and the service is fantastic.

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Omakase by Kai

4.6

4.6 (16)

$50 and over

Sushi

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Welcome to Omakase by , a truly unique combination of classic Japanese & Korean dishes by Chef Chung.

From a selection of luxurious dishes to contemporary plates, the Omakase by Kai menu is made by our talented chefs who use the best seasonal ingredients from carefully selected suppliers.

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Peter

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

We Got the omakase premium and shared it between the two of us and it was probably the best sushi meal we have ever had and we have been to nobu in a few places and morimoto in Philly. These guys are doing really amazing stuff

Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

4.5

4.5 (1978)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Raleigh is located in the vibrant midtown community of North Hills. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Raleigh steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

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Steven

Dined 5 days ago

Always a great meal at Ruth’s Chris. Our server August was great and took care of us. He recommended a good bottle of wine and suggested that we get the lobster Mac and cheese “well done” that added to dish. Fun time!

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