Romantic Restaurant - Best of 2009

Published Apr 7, 2009

Does the thought of date night make you break out in cold sweats? Do you curse the heavens every time Valentine's Day raises the romantic stakes of your relationship? Don't worry, we've got you covered. These restaurants have been vetted by HOT LIST voters and are good bets to deliver a romantic atmosphere with top notch food and service.

Winner

2009 Winner

1. 21 Oceanfront Restaurant

Voters Love

"21 Oceanfront Restaurant is by far the best in California, or even the country. It's elegant. The food is fresh..." via FOODLOVER5

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1. 21 Oceanfront Restaurant

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

2100 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA

"…21 Oceanfront Restaurant is by far the best in California, or even the country. It's elegant. The food is fresh, generous, & delicious. The flavors…"
2. Ti Amo Ristorante

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

31727 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA

"…The setting and lighting grab you after you realized that you almost passed it on PCH. When you walk in, you are treated like it's your honeymoon, wh…"
3. Summit House Restaurant

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

2000 E. Bastanchury Rd., Fullerton, CA

"…The ambience... On a rare, clear day one can actually see the ocean. The evening lights show off the best of Orange County... thousands of earth star…"
4. Anaheim White House

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

887 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA

"…This is it . Valentine lovers stop searching, this is the place . It is sooooooooooooo romantic., a beautiful place to impress your Baby or all your…"
5. The Cellar

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

305 North Harbor Boulevard, World Map Fullerton, CA

"…The Cellar is one of the last iconic restaurants left in all of Orange County. The food is exceptional and the service outstanding. Cocktails at the…"
6. The Cat and Custard Cup

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

800 E Whittier Blvd, La Habra, CA

"…Amazing ambience, quiet and very romantic, great service yet not over bearing, perfect for an intimate evening out, great menu, perfect portions, ever…"
7. Savannah - CLOSED

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

655 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA
8. Shenandoah at the Arbor

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

10631 Los Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos, CA

"…Shenandoah Cafe just gets better all the time! From its inception many years ago in a little hole-in-the-wall spot in Naples, Long Beach, to its wonde…"
8. La Vie En Rose

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

240 S State College Blvd, Brea, CA

"…Great place to bring a date they have a nice wine list and very good French food.…"
10. Basilic Restaurant

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

217 Marine Ave, Newport Beach, CA

"…Owner Chef Berrand Althaus, and wife Arlatte my turn to say THANK YOU for all the fantastic meals i had with my wife over the years. As a married cou…"
10. Ambrosia Restaurant

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

801 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA

"…the most AMAZING restaurant... Ambrosia at the OC Pavilion in Santa Ana!! Just a sample... The BEST Dirty Blue Cheese Martini I have ever had, table s…"
10. Rembrandt's Beautiful Food

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

909 E Yorba Linda Blvd, Placentia, CA

"…The service was excellent, the food was great. the crab cake was great, and I really don't even like crab cakes. I ordered the filet and it came out o…"
13. Sebastiani's Italian Bistro

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

6078 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA

"…What a great date night! The food is always amazing and the wait staff wonderful. More often than not the owner Pablo will be at your table to make …"
14. Mr. Stox

Nominee for: Romantic Restaurant

1105 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA