Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Capital District

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Yono's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1096)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Albany

About the restaurant

Yono's, a two time Top 100 restaurants winner, has been Albany's premiere World Class restaurant for almost years. Owned and operated by second generation renowned restaurateur, Dominick Purnomo, the intimate, elegant split level dining room is has recently gone through a renovation modernizing the dining room now elegantly appointed with neutral colors, bronzed mirrors, a large fireplace, crystal chandelier, and floral displays. An innovative menu of blending French Technique, Asian Influence & American Ingredients pays homage to the rich culinary history of founding Chef Yono Purnomo. Managing partner & sommelier Josh Turo offers a wine list with some 1000 labels representing every major wine growing region in the world. Let the Yono's 4 star service staff anticipate your needs, while you experience the luxury and elegance of a bygone era.

Located adjacent to Yono's, is dp An American Brasserie, a decidedly more casual alternative. www.dpbrasserie.com

Top review

Roger

Dined 3 days ago

Very good elements but some subpar. Great menu, the octopus sauce was amazing and the purées ( heart of palm .. ) were also exceptional. But the Halibut was overcooked and the octopus on the chewy side. The scallop entrée was good. So, great dish compositions with lots of veggies, but the cook needs to learn cook fish properly.

The Mouzon House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (409)

$31 to $50

Creole

Saratoga Springs

About the restaurant

Providing both an intimate an elegant dining experience, the Mouzon House Restaurant serves dinner daily. In keeping with its farm-to-table philosophy, it uses only fresh and locally grown ingredients in all of its recipes. A diverse menu, the Mouzon House Restaurant serves everything from fried chicken to crawfish beignets.

Formerly a Victorian home, the décor at the Mouzon House Restaurant features lots of period furniture and beautiful artwork. It further provides an outdoor porch space for dining with a view of High Rock Park. Private dining rooms are also available for special occasions such as bridal showers, engagement parties or holiday dinners.

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Glenn

Dined 2 days ago

Great vibe/music. Staff were all warm and helpful and food was amazing.

Morton's The Steakhouse - Saratoga Springs

4.8

4.8 (2370)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Saratoga Springs

About the restaurant

Morton"s The Steakhouse, the nation's premier steakhouse group, specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. The menu features a variety of favorite cuts, including a 24 hour marninated Cajun Ribeye, which is the house specialty, a 16 ounce New York Strip and a 12 ounce Center-cut filet.

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Colleen

Dined 1 day ago

Our favorite place we go once a year for our wedding anniversary

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4.7

4.7 (2046)

$31 to $50

Italian

Albany

About the restaurant

Cafe Cariccio, the region's only authentic Tuscan restaurant, has been a favorite dining destination in Albany for 30 years. The Cafe was voted Best Restaurant in the Capital District by Metroland Magazine for 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, and many times previously. Jim Rua and Franco Rua are proprietors. The Cafe is open for dinner every night. See our web site for details and photos.

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James

Dined 6 days ago

For the past sevral years my wife and I have celebrated oour anniversary at Cafe Capriccio, because we find its ambiance to be nothing short of romantic. It was also a real treat to connect with chef Franco Rua, a former middle school English student of mine. The food was AWESOME and the overall experience was outstanding. The restaurant is a true Albany treasure.

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Popular dish

Flourless Chocolate Torte

4.6

4.6 (2676)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Albany

About the restaurant

A sophisticated steakhouse providing a luxurious dining atmosphere and refined ambiance, showcasing a selection of over 400 wines and weekday bar specials, along with a diverse menu tailored to accommodate various preferences and dietary requirements.

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Davidvip

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding service, professionally done with a personal touch. Steaks were fantastic, roasted potatoes were crispy with fabulous flavor. Sides were excellent and the leftovers were just as good the next day.

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Popular dish

Veal Tenderloin Wellington

Popular dish

Filet

Experience

677 Prime's Pink Party

Wm. Farmer and Sons

4.6

4.6 (1193)

$31 to $50

American

Hudson

About the restaurant

Our barroom and restaurant is currently open Friday through Tuesday for dinner and features craft cocktails, light bites and a wide range of seasonal culinary offerings inspired by the bounties of local Hudson Valley farms. Not just farmers in name, we believe in supporting farmers and producers who share in our passion of growing and preparing the finest products imaginable.
*You will be allowed to cancel your reservation at any time but please keep in mind that no shows and reservations canceled within 3 hours of your reservation time will be charged $25 per person. Due to the high number of restaurant reservation cancellations and no shows, our cancellation policy is not flexible, and the fee cannot be waived.
*Pavilion seating is fully covered and sat rain or shine- In the event of inclement weather we cannot guarantee alternative indoor seating

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Nancyvip

Dined 2 days ago

Everything about our experience was wonderful, especially the creative food and drinks

Scarlet Knife

4.6

4.6 (418)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Latham

About the restaurant

Upscale Farm to Table cuisine with culinary creations by Executive Chef Paul Dimm; Chefs counter dining with open an kitchen, Dessert room, Banquet rooms, Outside dining with a full service bar and fireplace, live entertainment, Sunday brunch. Free parking.
Choose your dining experience —Chef’s table, in our spacious dining room, outdoor Garden Center patio—or indulge in a unique dessert experience in our Dessert Room. And on select nights we have live music too!
With over 150 bottles of wine on our menu, we're honored to have received the "Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence" for our exceptional wine selection.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing experience, great food, professional staff

The Chateau on the Lake

4.5

4.5 (1559)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Lake George

About the restaurant

Kids 12 and under are welcome only at the 5pm seating.

Welcome to the Chateau, as aired on the Food Networks series Summer Rush.

It is with great pleasure and 20 years of traveling that we bring you our interpretation and flair of the American gusto to traditional European dishes. We offer something for everyone and we invite you to explore your palette and indulge in our fresh ingredients and attention to detail and cleanliness. Whether joining us for homemade bread and coffee in the morning, stopping in for wine tasting, Italian meats, and cheese for your afternoon pleasures, or escaping for a date night, an exquisite experience awaits you.

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annvip

Dined 4 days ago

A wonderful dinner with great service! Highly recommended!

Beyond the Sea

4.5

4.5 (588)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Lake George

About the restaurant

Contemporary American restaurant with live jazz, bourbon and electric fun menu. Located in the heart of quaint Bolton Landing. We pride ourselves in the quality of our ingredients and the dining experience that we deliver.

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Greg

Dined 2 days ago

Our meals (Burrata and shrimp cocktail appetizers wit salmon and filet mignon main course) were awesome! The cocktails (Lavender lemon drop martini, espresso martini) were phenomenal!

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Popular dish

Maine Lobster Ravioli

Shepard's at Erlowest

4.4

4.4 (477)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Lake George

About the restaurant

Experience a truly exceptional dining opportunity at Shepard's at Erlowest, situated overlooking the picturesque Lake George.

Nestled within a historic stone mansion crafted in 1898, Shepards offers a serene ambiance for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Immerse yourself in the captivating history of our Queen Anne mansion, where you can savor your meal in the cozy fireplace dining room or on the veranda which offers outstanding lake views.

Chef Scott Dewar, our talented culinary maestro, consistently delights diners with an array of daily specials, showcasing his culinary expertise and diverse menu offerings.

Please note the bar is open for lighter fare at 3pm daily. The restaurant serves dinner from Wednesday to Monday.

Reservations subject to $25/person cancellation fee within 48 hours.

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Juliana

Dined 1 day ago

I had the pleasure of having dinner at The Erolwest last night & the overall experience was absolutely wonderful. The staff was very professional & pleasant to talk to. Above all, The food was delicious & the presentation was beautifully done. I had the salmon & my friend had the beef tips & both were delicious. It's a beautiful Hotel/Resturant & if you haven't been there, you need to put it on your bucket list. We will be back!

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