Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in New York City

OpenTable

Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in New York City? 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!

Da' Franco & Tony's Ristorante

5.0

5 (209)

$31 to $50

Italian

Schuylerville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Da Franco & Tony Ristorante. We are located on the corner of Mulford Ave and Middletown Road near Hutchitson River Parkway. Antipasti – Zuppe – Insalate- Pasta – Pollo – Carne – Pesce -Verdre – Dolci Del Giorno- Come in for a memorable dining experience!

Top review

JohnVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had another wonderful dinner at this gem of a restaurant. The service was fantastic as always, thank you Angel. We had the crab cakes as an appetizer from the daily special menu and they were tasty. I had Vitello Ai Porcini Con Salsa E Cognac and my wife Pollo Francese. Each entrée was accompanied with mixed vegetables and roasted potatoes. We both enjoyed our meal. My wife's entrée was not on the menu but as the menu states, if there's time they'll prepare it. We're looking forward to dining there again!

Contour

4.9

4.9 (150)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Midtown West

About the restaurant

The classic cocktail culture of New York City is revived at this all-day gastro lounge, located inside The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. Contour is expressed in the fluid, Matisse-inspired lines that adorn the ceiling; the easy, steady flow of drinks, energy and conversation; and the experience itself, which transforms throughout the day. Small plates showcase locally sourced ingredients, and cocktails, in their preparation and presentation, are beautifully refined. The social rhythm of the city and Matisse-inspired design is weaved through Contour’s three spaces including a marble bar and two unique lounge spaces.

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Brooks

Dined 4 days ago

Very calm and relaxed lounge fine dining experience

D.O.C. Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (252)

$31 to $50

Italian

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Located in the vibrant Williamsburg neighborhood, D.O.C. Winebar opened in 2002 and has been a small family business. Claudio Coronas and Rossana Patteri, owners, wanted to bring the simple foods of their homeland ( Sardinia ) to the United States.
D.O.C. stands for Denominazione di Origine Controllata.

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Yessenia

Dined 4 days ago

My experience here was amazing the waiters are attentive and friendly and came quickly when called. The food was absolutely amazing and the atmosphere was gorgeous it made my first valentines with my partner very special and we will be coming back to this place. I absolutely recommend this place if you are looking for a beautiful rustic homey atmosphere.

Spes - Vino Naturale e Cucina

4.8

4.8 (137)

$31 to $50

Italian

East Village

About the restaurant

Spēs | Vino naturale e cucina POP is a small natural wine bar & Italian restaurant serving more than 100 natural wines, all by the glass in the East Village neighborhood. The ambience is very cozy and intimate, low warm lights, candles, natural wines in every place you look with a beautiful antique/rustic Italian vibe.
We focus in farmers who respect the biodiversity and respect the LAND. We work with small production of wines, therefore every time you come you will find something new, beautiful and interesting! We have an UNIQUE and FUN way to choose the wine. You'll have to COME and try it for yourself! #choosthemoodwebringthewine
Our cuisine is genuine Italian, from small bites to a full dinner - don't forget to try our delicious desserts! All based in local products and the freshest ingredients!
We have as well a small cocktail list ALL vermouth based! You will me amaze how good they taste!

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Oliver

Dined on Jan 26, 2025

Fantastic evening really unique and very enjoyable

Mr. Capri

4.8

4.8 (30)

$30 and under

Italian

Greenwich Village

About the restaurant

Inspired by the idyllic Italian island of Capri, Mr. Capri brings the flavors of the surrounding coasts to New York City’s West Village. The 75-seat restaurant fulfills a lifelong dream of Capri-natives owner Alessandro “Ale” Passante and his brother Mario Passante, who serves as culinary director. The four Passante brothers grew up in Capri working at their family cafe and restaurant, where their mother was the chef, and their father was a local paparazzi and photographer. Specializing in regional cuisine from Capri, the restaurant offers seafood, pasta and seasonal dishes alongside a creative cocktail program and extensive wine list anchored on wines from Campania.

The decor by Studio Valerius will be bright and airy with nods to the legendary island beauty and decor elements imported from Capri.

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DennisVIP

Dined on Feb 11, 2025

Very nice experience at Mr. Capri. Food and service were above and beyond expectations. Would go again.

Citrico Cafe

4.7

4.7 (113)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Long Island City

About the restaurant

Freshness In Every Bite! Citrico, in the backyard of Kaufman Studios, is a new Mexican Cafe & Agaveria offering new Mexican / LA-style street tacos and intriguing cocktails made with our house-infused agaves.

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Caitlin

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, drinks and atmosphere! My husband and I have dined here a few times and it’s always delicious!

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Experience

WEDNESDAYS Mom's Day Out 🍹

Experience

Salsa Night! 💃🎶

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Taco Tuesdays & All Day Happy Hour!

Audace NYC

4.7

4.7 (12)

$31 to $50

Italian

Midtown

About the restaurant

Located on Park Avenue South in NYC, Audace redefines italian fine dining with a stylish rooftop, vibrant cocktail bar, and elegant spaces ideal for private event, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and celebrations. Audace combines authentic italian flavors with modern innovation, offering handmade pasta, oven-baked pizza, and premium imported ingredients. Our curated wine list and italian-inspired cocktails complement very dish, set in an upscale ambience perfect for romantic dinners and special occasions. Experience italian cuisine where tradition meets bold creativity. Reserve your table or private event at Audace today.

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JosephVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A beautiful new Italian restaurant in a great neighborhood. The food is delicious - my grandmother's Italian cooking with a very unique twist. The desserts are to die for. The entire staff from the host(ess) to the servers are warm, inviting, and purposeful. This is one of the best new restaurants in Manhattan.

Have & Meyer | Vineria Naturale con cucina

4.6

4.6 (520)

$31 to $50

Italian

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Have & Meyer|Vineria Naturale con cucina is a natural wine bar & restaurant. Our Italian wines come from conscious winegrowers and reflect their unique personality together with their hard work, heart and passion. Our cuisine Is “Slow Food inspired” because we believe in the Values of good, clean and fair food. The ingredients we use for our plates are sourced in a sustainable way. They reflect the close relationships that, time after time, we build with local farmers, cheesemakers, brewers and all the artisans that are truly committed to our same goal.
We have a beautiful PRIVATE dining room for parties of 10+ please contact us at info@haveandmeyer.com

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Bryon

Dined on Feb 6, 2025

Great food (once again). Ted was awesome and menu us fab.

Brass & The Tusk Bar

4.5

4.5 (59)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

NoMad

About the restaurant

Two new high style projects in a historic Nomad hotel:

THE TUSK BAR is a cocktail and oyster bar with its next door restaurant sibling BRASS offering an elegant yet playful menu from Michelin-starred chefs Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske Valtierra (Wildair, Bar Contra).

Join us at The Tusk Bar (named a best bar in America by Esquire) for carefully made cocktails and seafood small plates; or at BRASS for a brasserie-inspired dinner reimagined for a new golden era of dining out in New York City.

Both spaces are located through the lobby of the turn–of-the-century Evelyn hotel (est. 1903) and welcome walk-ins as well as accepting reservations.

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RandallVIP

Dined on Feb 6, 2025

The food at Brass was delicious and the sommelier, Brady, was fabulous. We especially enjoyed the Couronne De Gougeres, the Ricotta Gnudi, and the Pork Shoulder a la Moutarde. Brady, the sommelier, really added to the evening. He timed the pours so that we finished the bottle with the meal. At the end of the evening he gave us a delicious amaro-based digestif.

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Experience

The Celebration Table in Brass Dining Room

Experience

The Tusk Bar Culinary Experience

Experience

Chef's Menu in our Private Dining Room

The Rickey Cocktail Lounge at Dream Midtown

4.4

4.4 (60)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Midtown West

About the restaurant

Located on the lobby level of posh, boutique hotel Dream Midtown, The Rickey is an energetic and inviting craft cocktail lounge, with an unconventional mixed drinks menu and a sophisticated yet accessible wine program.

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Shannon

Dined on Feb 1, 2025

The drinks were great as well as the ambiance! It’s a really nice place to have large groups and have a comfortable environment. We had Ben as a server and he was great! He was so kind and attentive.

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Experience

The Rickey Happy Hour

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