Sure, you could Google the most expensive restaurant in town and simply spend your entire paycheck on an overpriced meal in a predictable setting… but, is that what’s really going to impress BAE (the person you put Before Anyone Else)? NOPE. Of course, the food has to be amazing, but the ambiance is what’s going to give your sweetie the feels. Memorize these ten delicious hotspots filled with special touches to woo your boo.
Heat things up at St. Pete’s hottest restaurant! The Reading Room was ranked No. 2 on Tampa Bay Times’ Top 50 Restaurants and is guaranteed to earn you the #1 spot in your honey’s heart. Start with a drink on the patio, enjoy the views of their garden (yes, they have their own vegetable and herb garden), and let the magic carry on in the dining room over a farm-to-fork (literally) meal.
Looking for a low-key, but still stellar gourmet experience to charm your babe? Wine and dine your date at this rustic-chic restaurant on Central Ave. in downtown St. Pete. Lust over their New American fare, unique wine & craft beer menu, and cozy vibe.
Are you still boring bae with the ‘average American-steakhouse’ date? Rococo Steak has a ‘modern take on steak,’ featuring a reimagined menu of grass-fed beef and small plates. Get bonus points by ordering a glass (or bottle, after all it is date night, right?) off of their award-winning wine selection!
If your plus-one is a self-proclaimed “foodie”… honestly, who isn’t these days? Then sign yourselves up for the FarmTable Experience, which is an eight course chef’s tasting dinner for up to 10 guests in their private dining room. Taste new foods, make new friends and win major cool points!
Your boo will fall in love all over again at this foodie haven! The Restorative serves up an ever changing menu featuring seasonal ingredients in an intimate setting. Dishes are prepared with nothing but love and culinary passion, which always translates to a happy date.
Because sharing is caring, your honey will feel your affection with each dish at this chilled out tapas restaurant. Order a few different plates to take a culinary adventure, but leave room for their signature chocolate dessert, the Mary Margaret Marquise. Trust – just like BAE, it’s worth the wait! Also, live music is a nightly affair, so practice your sway just in case.
Don’t worry – this place has the delicious French fare your amour desires without the stuffiness that usually comes along with it. Snuggled inside a bungalow-style house, the highly acclaimed cuisine and friendly service creates smiles brighter than the white linen tables.
Is the sunset kind of a big deal for your snookums? Then before-dinner drinks on the Gulf Patio are a must: picture a little bubbly, fire-lit tables, and swanky lounge furniture overlooking a perfect Clearwater Beach sunset. Inside, request a table for two by the window – more stunning views with impeccable food will make the heart grow fonder.
A little wine, fresh pasta and authentic Italian music paired with the most adorable outdoor patio under twinkling lights will make your sugarplum feel like you’re dining in the Tuscan countryside. The romantic feelings will be flowing without damaging your cash flow.
Because every princess should get to dine inside a beautiful pink palace. (Feel free to use that line.) Nestled inside the infamous Don Cesar Hotel on St. Pete Beach, you just can’t have a bad meal when you’re surrounded by southern hospitality and historic charm.
