By Lia Gorbach And Emma Royse By Lia Gorbach And Emma Royse | January 29, 2025 | Food & Drink, Feature, Guides,
Whisk your other half away for an evening at one of the city’s most dreamy eateries.
AMAR
Amar will captivate your partner with its Portuguese-inspired menu—think duck breast braised with rice, chouriço, olives and orange purée. Teal half-circle booths sit beneath striking light fixtures, with views of the Prudential Center through expansive corner windows. 40 Trinity Place,amarboston.com
BISTRO DU MIDI
At Bistro du Midi, two views converge—the beauty of Boston’s Public Garden and every dish on chef Robert Sisca’s menu. Boasting locally sourced ingredients, the dishes are full of French flavor, from tuna tartare to filet mignon. 272 Boylston St.,bistrodumidi.com
BOGIE’S PLACE
At the back of jm Curley’s, step through a velvet curtain to find a red, moody, intimate speakeasy steakhouse. Inside, your sweetheart is bound to swoon over the Tomahawk or ora king salmon. 25 Temple Place,bogiesplace.com
Start date night at Contessa with the squash carpaccio or calamari marco.
CONTESSA
With floor-to-ceiling windows, this restaurant at The Newbury Boston presents a vantage point for sparkling skyline views and a romantic dinner. Treat your loved one to Northern Italian-inspired cuisines such as Mario Carbone’s famous spicy lobster capellini. 3 Newbury St., rooftop,contessaristorante.com
LA VOILE
Everything in La Voile—from the vintage chandeliers to an impressive art collection—was imported from its original location in Cannes, creating a beautiful scene for date night. French delicacies like escargots and venison are sure to steal your heart. 261 Newbury St.,lavoilerestaurants.com
MISTRAL
A journey to Provence awaits at Mistral, where arched windows, high ceilings, soft lighting and stucco create an atmosphere reminiscent of southern France. Chef Jamie Mammano’s French-Mediterranean menu offers dishes like mistral linguine with cherry tomato and arugula. 223 Columbus Ave.,mistralbistro.com
MOOO… BEACON HILL
Your partner deserves an exceptional dining experience— chef/co-owner Jamie Mammano and co-owner Paul Roiff are ready to serve. Mooo… Beacon Hill’s sophisticated interiors create a cozy atmosphere, with an ample wine list to complement A5 Japanese Wagyu and prime ribeye 15 Beacon St.,mooorestaurant.com
Every foodie needs a date night at James Beard Award-winning chef Ana Sortun’s Oleana.
OLEANA
Executive chef Ana Sortun celebrates the flavors of Turkey and the Middle East with vegetable meze and moussaka at this charming restaurant. The intimate ambiance—Oleana has become a landmark for micro-weddings—is perfect for a dreamy, romantic evening. 134 Hampshire St.,oleanarestaurant.com
SORELLINA
Warm, contemporary interiors and a stunning wine wall set the stage for chef Jamie Mammano’s Italian- Mediterranean menu. Plates like grilled octopus with squid ink couscous, cherry peppers and fennel will take your date’s breath away. 1 Huntington Ave.,sorellinaboston.com
Talulla’s tuna crudo with candied peppers, green strawberries, coconut and coriander.
TALULLA
Husband-and-wife duo—chef Conor Dennehy and sommelier Danielle Ayer—built Talulla on the foundation of love. With 12 tables, this eatery boasts an intimate, romantic environment where you and your date can enjoy bay scallop crudo and a curated wine list. 377 Walden St.,talullacambridge.com
Photography by: Conor Doherty; courtesy of brands; MAJOR FOOD GROUP, MAJOR FOOD GROUP, KRISTIN TEIG PHOTOGRAPHY, BRAND