Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Clearwater

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Black Pearl

4.9

4.9 (806)

$50 and over

French American

Dunedin

About the restaurant

We will be offering our 8+ course dinner for the upcoming holidays for $125 per person on the following dates. Wine pairings to the courses will be offered at an additional charge with prices subject to change from...

December 20th - January 9th

Then

February 7th - February 20th

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The Black Pearl restaurant serves a modern American and French cuisine. All meals at the restaurant are prepared by the chef duo Christopher Artrip (Exceutive Chef) and Ian Got (Sous Chef). The restaurant serves food made from fresh locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant offers a cozy romantic ambience with chic, up class interiors.

Top review

Jonathan

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing. Service and food some of the best you will ever have.

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Popular dish

Black Pearl Salad

Popular dish

Black Pearl Ice Cream

Popular dish

Hereford Filet Mignon

Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining

4.8

4.8 (1066)

$31 to $50

Italian

Palm Harbor

About the restaurant

Join Chef Massimo for an artful blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines paired with an award winning wine list and full bar.
Appetizers range from Hudson Valley Grade-A Foie Gras, Pistachio coated Pan Seared Duck and Brie to Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and rice flour battered calamari. A rich, creamy lobster bisque is a favorite among customers.
Other specialties include Veal Cognac in a creamy truffle sauce, veal chop, sweetbreads, risotto and Chilean Sea Bass.
Last, but not least, are the homemade delectable desserts.
Complementing his efforts in the kitchen is the gracious, knowledgeable and efficient staff.
Tables at the casually elegant restaurant are dressed with crisp table linens, and candles. Cascading fountains decorate the walls.

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ChristineVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Amazing dinner and dessert, as always. The server even called me after to let me know I forgot my card. Great food and service either way an extensive wine list. Love it!

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Casa Cosenza Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (972)

$30 and under

Italian

Safety Harbor

About the restaurant

In our cooking we use only the finest ingredients imported from Italy, and all our dishes are made fresh to order because we are dedicated to sharing with you what real Italian food tastes like.

Patio seating is available for party sizes of 2-4 guests!

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MikeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Recommended by friends we decided to try it tonight and we’re very pleased. The food, service and ambiance are all great. We will go again!!

Valentino Ristorante Italiano

4.8

4.8 (284)

$50 and over

Italian

Clearwater

About the restaurant

Valentino Ristorante Italiano is an unparalleled fine dining experience that transports guests to Naples, Italy.

Led by award-winning Executive Chef Ciro Mancini—winner of the 2025 Gambero Rosso for authentic Italian cuisine in the USA—Valentino offers a carefully curated set menu crafted with over 90% imported Italian ingredients.
Each dish is made from scratch nightly, honoring time-honored traditions with modern refinement.

Guests seeking an exclusive culinary adventure can reserve The Chef’s Table, where Chef Ciro curates a bespoke multi-course journey.

The luxurious ambiance, with plush velvet seating, gold accents, and candlelit tables, complements the exceptional cuisine. An extensive wine collection, featuring fine Italian vintages, enhances the experience. Valentino Ristorante Italiano is not just a meal—it’s an invitation to indulge in world-class Italian excellence. Reservations are essential for this sought-after culinary destination.

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MartinoVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service was excellent. Loved the personal touch from chef/owner, Cirro

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Experience

Sunday Italian Brunch!

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Romeo and Juliet Dining Experience

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Cigar Tuesday!

Joseph's Tea Room Clearwater

4.7

4.7 (165)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Safety Harbor

About the restaurant

Credit Card required to book, Payment is Always Due Onsite! Joseph’s Tea Room Clearwater is a family-owned business specializing on it's own high-quality tea blends and wonderful Afternoon Tea Experiences! Our Tea Room is designed to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for hosting afternoon tea parties, bridal showers, baby showers, holiday parties, corporate events, weddings and more. From the comfortable seating to the beautiful decor, every detail has been carefully chosen to ensure that your guests feel relaxed and comfortable throughout the event. Plus, our Tea Room can accommodate up to 90 people, so you can invite all your friends and family without worrying about space constraints.

We are committed to providing the best tea party experience for our guests. From our customizable menu options to our elegant and cozy atmosphere, we have everything you need to host a tea party that your guests will remember. Awarded Best Tea Room by Tampa Bay Times for 3 Years!

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Kimberly

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

It was wonderful first time experience I will be back !!

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Experience

Afternoon Tea Experience

Experience

Deluxe Afternoon Tea Experience

Parlor House Bistro

4.6

4.6 (809)

$31 to $50

French American

Clearwater

About the restaurant

Join local Chef and Owner Ryan Steffensmeier in bringing you the finest French-American inspired eclectic cuisine in the area. Offering a casual fine dining atmosphere with craft cocktails, fine wine, and craft beer!

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Rob

Dined 4 days ago

Great place, easy parking. The food was outstanding and presented well. The wait staff is small but energetic. Price a little on the high side but a great place for special occasions

Shor American Seafood Grill

4.5

4.5 (1730)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Clearwater Beach

About the restaurant

Located inside of the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort, SHOR American Seafood Grill has the freshest Seafood and the best views in town. Our floor to ceiling windows and a large outdoor patio provides spectacular views of The Gulf of Mexico. Every seat is a great one. Outdoor Seating is available upon request but not guaranteed.
Whether Breakfast or Dinner we have dishes that please. Our specialties include the Crabby Benedict for Breakfast & a delicious Redfish or Florida Grouper for Dinner. If seafood is not preferred, we have fabulous Steak, Pasta, Vegetarian and Vegan options. Our full menu is available online. Parking is never an issue with SHOR, we offer 3-hour complimentary parking for qualifying meals.

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Kelly

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

Restaurant was a little warm when sitting in doors. Our server Zac was attentive, knowledgeable and offered wonderful suggestions. Food was outstanding, we had the garlic bread, crab cakes and fresh pan seared grouper. Will visit again

Ocean Hai Restaurant - Wyndham Hotel

4.5

4.5 (1520)

$31 to $50

Asian

Clearwater Beach

About the restaurant

Let our culinarians at Ocean Hai create an entirely new culinary journey that will awaken your palate. Ocean Hai, specializes in an entirely new approach to dining with our passion for Asian fusion techniques, featuring local and sustainable seafood, farm raised beef, chef crafted sushi, and a fresh raw bar. Blending classic American techniques with adventurous Asian flavors we invite you to discover what’s fresh now. Pair any of our chef inspired dishes with our hand-crafted cocktails, a local beer, or a bottle of wine from our expertly crafted wine list all served in a refined, stylish, and welcoming atmosphere.

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Kathy

Dined 3 days ago

Food and service excellent. Plan to visit whenever in Clearwater Beach area.

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Fried Brussel Sprouts

Ocean Seven at The Hiatus Hotel

4.5

4.5 (194)

$31 to $50

American

Clearwater Beach

About the restaurant

Ocean Seven is a fine dining, Florida fresh Floribbean experience on the seventh floor of The Hiatus Hotel on Clearwater Beach. Enjoy elevated service, a well-rounded wine list, and a Chef driven menu developed by Chef Keith Hanks and his Culinary experts, all while taking in the beautiful view of Clearwater Beach.

We have multiple seating options, when choosing which area to make a reservation there are a few things to consider.

-Our High-top seating is in our bar and lounge area which does have a clear view of the gulf.

-Our Outdoor seating is overlooking the gulf and beachfront. We do have a limited amount of seating on our terrace and reservations are highly recommended. When booking outdoors please be aware of weather. While we will do our best to accommodate your reservation inside, we cannot guarantee it.

-Our regular dining space is our main dining room and has windows on both sides to allow a view from any table.

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Veronica

Dined 3 days ago

Server was very sweet and the food was amazing. we ordered filet mingion and crab rolls. we saw dolphins too!

Rusty's Bistro @ Sheraton Sand Key

4.4

4.4 (488)

$30 and under

International

Clearwater Beach

About the restaurant

Cancelation Policy. Due to the intimate nature and craft preparation of our menu, Rusty’s Bistro at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort requires a credit card to secure any reservation of 10 or more guests. Reservations canceled within (3) days of the original date are subject to a $25.00 per person cancelation fee. The same cancelation fee will be applied to No Show reservations and reservations that experience a reduction in guest count by 50% or more within (3) days of the reservation date.Reservations of 10 or more guests are not guaranteed unless a credit card has been submitted.

For reservations of 10+ guests please contact maria.buckle@sheratonsandkey.com

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James

Dined on May 25, 2025

Dined on Memorial Day weekend 2025 Sunday evening. Our server Julie was very pleasant, kind, attentive, friendly and professional. She was hustling every moment! Despite having to take care of several tables she never lost her focus and continued to offer excellent service. You could immediately tell that she enjoyed her job and it showed! If ALL servers in ALL restaurants could be just like her it would be a perfect world! The crusted calamari piccata appetizer was excellent. The Cesar Salad was executed nicely. My wife had the mushroom stuffed tortellini and she did not like the taste. I sampled one of her tortellini’s and I did not like it either. It had an “off” taste to it but it could be that it just wasn’t to our liking. Our server removed it from our bill which was appreciated. Our server apologized and asked if there was anything else that she could get for her and my wife decided that her burrata appetizer and the bread that was served was enough for her this evening. My filet mignon was cooked perfectly medium rare and it was tender. Our desserts were delicious. I had the pineapple upside down cake and my wife had the sticky toffee pudding. This is our second visit to Rusty’s and it certainly will not be our last. I am a retired executive chef with over thirty years in restaurant and FOH hotel restaurant management. If only I could have had the pleasure of hiring a server as competent as Julie who took care of us on this Sunday evening. A quick word of advice to Rusty’s food & beverage manager. DO NOT Julie go anywhere! Do whatever it takes to keep her happy and a key member of your service staff. Servers like her are a rare find!

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