Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Central Texas

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Central Texas? 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!

Christopher's World Grille

4.9

4.9 (3255)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

College Station

About the restaurant

Set in a 115 year old Texas Ranch House, just 2 miles from Kyle Field, Christopher’s World Grille is the most nationally and locally awarded restaurant in Central Texas including Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the USA, AAA Four Diamond Award, and Open Table Diner’s Choice Awards. In an elegant New Orleans atmosphere, Certified Executive Chef, Christopher Lampo offers a menu of prime steaks, fresh seafoods and pastas. His signature dish is the House Filet with creamed spinach, fried potatoes, béarnaise sauce, crawfish tails, and Port Wine Sauce. Elegant outdoor dining with a wrap-around porch and covered Terrace with cozy fire pits. Highlights include Fresh Seafood, Great Steaks, Charcuterie Boards, Blackened Shrimp Fondue, Almond Crusted Brie, Spicy Shrimp Bisque, French, Italian, Louisiana and Latin American-inspired menu, Craft Cocktails and a Distinctive Wine List. Private Rooms Available.

Top review

patty

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

It was my first tasting experience at Christopher's and it was outstanding. The food pairings were amazing. Service was excellent. I'll be back

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The Republic Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (2532)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

College Station

About the restaurant

The only AAA Four Diamond rated restaurant in College Station, The Republic Steakhouse is known as the best fine dining steakhouse in central Texas. The Republic specializes in steak and seafood with a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, stunning handcrafted cocktails, and one of the largest whiskey selections in Texas. Impeccable service along with timeless steakhouse decor, The Republic is a steakhouse at its finest.

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Monti

Dined 4 days ago

The Republic never disappoints! Best steak in town hands down.

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Popular dish

Creole Shrimp & Grits

Popular dish

Chicken Fried Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Texas Fried Shrimp

Primrose Path Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (697)

$31 to $50

Contemporary European

College Station

About the restaurant

From the executive chef & owner of The Republic Steakhouse, Primrose Path is a Spanish & Italian style restaurant specializing in tapas, wine, & cocktails. Stunning industrial-chic decor and a lively courtyard patio scene with impeccable service is accompanied by some of the finest and most innovative food & cocktails in the region.

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ChipVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always, always a great experience. Staff is exceptionally well trained and considerate. Have become a regular each time we come to town. At least once a month

La Riv - Temple

4.8

4.8 (337)

$30 and under

Steak

Temple

About the restaurant

We offer a seasonal menu to ensure you receive only the freshest ingredients year round.

Our pizza oven was imported from Italy and is a true “wood only” burning pizza oven using oak to provide you an authentic Italian pizza experience.

All pasta is freshly handmade daily for a truly amazing taste and texture profile.

Do not forget to explore the high end; climate controlled wine cellar to find the perfect wine. The onsite wine director and owner, Vira will be more than happy to help you pick the perfect vino to enhance your elegant meal.

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Mary

Dined on May 31, 2025

Everything was fabulous. We had a wonderful meal with fabulous service.

One Thirty Five Prime

4.8

4.8 (728)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Waco

About the restaurant

For over a decade One Thirty Five Prime has been a place for fine dining in a casual atmosphere. Our commitment is to serve the finest beef, seafood, and farm-to-table produce.

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AnnVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Excellent venue for a team dinner. We had a great time. Table was perfect, food was excellent t.

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Popular dish

Pecan Crusted Chilean Sea Bass

4.8

4.8 (653)

$31 to $50

Italian

College Station

About the restaurant

We pride ourselves on our commitment to authentic Italian cuisine. Our team brings together the freshest and finest ingredients to craft a menu showcasing Italy's rich and diverse flavors. From handmade pasta dishes to succulent seafood and mouthwatering grilled meats, each plate is a masterpiece that tantalizes the senses and satisfies even the most discerning palate.

Our extensive wine list features a carefully curated selection of Italian wines, ranging from well-known classics to hidden gems from small, family-owned vineyards. Our sommeliers are on hand to guide you through the choices, ensuring a perfect pairing that enhances your dining experience.

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ShonaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Was a lovely dinner and the staff and food were excellent

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8oz Prime Filet Mignon

Luigi's Patio Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (1531)

$30 and under

Italian

College Station

About the restaurant

A family legacy brings you the most authentic Italian dining experience in the BCS. With nightly live music, a select Wine and Cocktail list, friendly yet polished service, and your favorite made-from-scratch recipes, you'll be sure to come savor the moment with us time and time again.

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ErinVIP

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Delilah was awesome! Our waters were never empty, she knew it was a business meeting and had the perfect balance of checking on us and allowing us to have our meeting! So cheerful and thoughtful! Everyone was delighted with their food!

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Popular dish

Calamari

Ronin

4.6

4.6 (1435)

$31 to $50

American

College Station

About the restaurant

Ronin features elgant farm cuisine with a constantly evolving menu. Set in the beautiful, newly-renovated historic Ice House on Main in downtown Bryan, our restaurant shares an open-air kitchen with our dining room, floor to ceiling exposed brick, and hand-built, suspension tables made from wood salvaged during renovation.

Our menu is updated daily, based on what we have harvested from our garden during that given week. Our farm is located just seven miles from our restaurant. The climate and changing seasons play a major role in what we serve. It is our intention to always provide a variety of menu options and to accommodate any dietary needs.

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DavidVIP

Dined on May 21, 2025

Extra- Ordinary in every category, as always. Incredible family - true loving givers.

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Popular dish

Texas Wagyu Chicken Fried Steak

Cheeves Bros. Steak House

4.5

4.5 (54)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Temple

About the restaurant

Cheeves Bros. Steak House in Temple, Texas is an upscale restaurant that has a menu full of USDA Prime steaks and a wine cellar so well-stocked it's won awards in the past. There is even an in-house florist at Cheeves Bros. Steak House, which makes it the perfect location for a romantic evening with your special someone. Just be sure you bring your appetite. Cheeves Bros. Steak House doesn't do small portions. One look at the prime NY sirloin strip should make that clear. The butter rum scallops and bacon wrapped scallops are both delicious options, too. If you like surf and turf, you can't beat the crab cake tenderloin.

Top review

Brittany

Dined 2 days ago

Such a beautiful place to eat and we truly enjoyed every bite of your meal.

Casa Do Brasil- Waco

4.5

4.5 (77)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Waco

About the restaurant

Casa do Brasil is an upscale Brazilian Steakhouse in Waco, TX serving fire-roasted cuts of USDA Prime Aged Beef, Chicken, Lamb, Pork, and Shrimp served tableside by our Gaucho Chefs. Our Salad Bar features over 50 seasonal dishes including fresh vegetables, homemade salads, cured meats, imported cheeses, seafood, soup, and more!

Visit our Bar & Patio for Happy Hour specials and a la carte entrée dining. And every weekend we offer an unlimited brunch that is family-friendly!

We offer private dining space, catering, and butcher cuts to go through our online ordering system.

Top review

Jordan

Dined 3 days ago

MEAT FEST!!! We enjoyed our experience here and look forward to returning.

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