Best Date Night Restaurants in Riverside

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1. Tony's at the J House

4.6

Exceptional(2106)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 23 times today

Tony's at the J House menu offers something for everyone-- homemade pasta, fresh fish, Prime dry aged steaks from Allen Brothers and sushi from Miku of Greenwich. Our Menu offers a wonderful twist to traditional Italian dishes. Vibrant salads, seasonal roasted vegetables and a revolving cheese selection round out his innovative menu. We are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. We keep a portion of our tables offline and if you don't see the time you wish, please call us at (203) 698-6999.

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2. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(868)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 19 times today

Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar is a perfect date night spot, as stated by several reviews. The restaurant boasts an 'exceptional service, great environment' for a Saturday night date. The 'exceptional service, great environment' and 'cozy fireplace' contribute to its 'old world 🌎 ambiance'. Moreover, the 'delicious food, excellent service' and 'great wine list' further enhance the dining experience. The restaurant offers 'extensive menu and wine list', 'attentive staff', and 'well prepared dishes', making it a favorite among customers.

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3. Little Pub - Greenwich

4.5

Awesome(307)

Price: Moderate

• American • Greenwich

Booked 5 times today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

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4. The Cottage - Greenwich

4.7

Exceptional(359)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Greenwich

Booked 41 times today

The Cottage expanded to its second location on Greenwich Avenue in the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut in 2022, featuring Lewis’ award-winning dishes that are hand crafted with exceptional ingredients procured from local purveyors and farmers responsible for growing, raising, harvesting and producing within the region.

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5. Flinders Lane Kitchen and Bar

4.5

Awesome(295)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Stamford

Booked 3 times today

Award-Winning Australian Cuisine in StamfordAt Flinders Lane Kitchen & Bar, we're passionate about bringing a taste of Australia to Connecticut. We've been recognized as one of the best restaurants in Stamford by the annual Gold Coast awards. Our mission is to provide a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're enjoying a date night, a night out with friends, a work dinner, or a solo business trip, we offer delicious food, friendly service, and a fun vibe – all without the stuffiness of a fine dining establishment.Our versatile space caters to everyone, from couples to large groups. We want you to feel like family from the moment you step through our doors. Relax and enjoy conversation in our comfortable setting, or soak up the lively atmosphere. Lunchtime offers a selection of fresh seasonal salads and deli-inspired sandwiches.

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6. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

4.8

Exceptional(1774)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 32 times today

Dedicated to the expression of modern American cuisine, Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar is more than just a culinary adventure, it is a true experience. Guests can choose from an array of raw bar favorites, like blue point oysters, little neck clams, and lobster cocktail, along with Mizu Sushi, and steaks and chops like filet mignon and parmesan-crusted veal chop. For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options, like New York style cheesecake, crème brûlée, and the crowd-favorite espresso martini – all served with complimentary water views, as both Prime locations are directly on the water with boat accessibility.Sunday Brunch is offered weekly, with catering options also available. Please note that reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome...allowing you the time to explore our entire property with spectacular waterfront views.

7. The Wheel

4.5

Awesome(996)

Price: Moderate

• American • Stamford

Booked 23 times today

The Wheel focuses on American cuisine brimming with locally sourced ingredients in an industrial chic, waterfront setting. Drawing on fresh ingredients from over 40 local farmers, fishermen and purveyors, the restaurant features the best of what’s in season with an ever-changing menu plus produce grown and harvested right from The Village’s rooftop garden. At the center of its open kitchen lies a hearth oven used to roast meats, fish and vegetables, as well as to bake Neapolitan-style pizzas.

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8. The Ridges Seafood & Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(188)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Stamford

Booked 1 time today

Conveniently in the heart of High Ridge Rd off of exit 34/35 on the Merrit Pkwy, The Ridges is a traditional NYC styled Steakhouse offering the best quality USDA Prime Dry Aged Steaks such as our succulent Porterhouse, bold NY Sirloin, tender lean Filet Mignon as well as fresh daily line caught seafood, and homemade pasta to North Stamford.We invite you into our vibrant dining room decorated with table cloths and flowers for birthdays, corporate meetings, date nights, or just a casual night out we are to ensure you have a memorable evening.

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9. Valbella Connecticut

4.8

Exceptional(1184)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Riverside

Booked 8 times today

Valbella, which since 1992 has been a celebratory place and a regular haunt for the locals who pack it most nights of the week both for its sumptuous food and its astonishing wine cellar, containing 1,450 selections and 16,000 bottles. Downstairs in the wine cellar is where many people hold private parties of various sizes,and what a splendidly beautiful room it is, done in polished wood, with a lovely fireplace, the tables impeccably set, the stemware thin, the temperature geared to the maintenance of the wine.Also an outstanding feature of the wine cellar is a heated granite table that can accommodate up to sixteen guests.

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10. Harvest Wine Bar - Greenwich

4.5

Awesome(219)

Price: Moderate

• American • Greenwich

Booked 21 times today

Harvest Wine Bar is the fourth restaurant endeavor for siblings Kleber, Nube, and Vicente Siguenza. Over the past ten years, their passion for food and wine combined with an abiding dedication for excellent customer service has become their recipe for success.Harvest offers modern American custom cuisine with Asian, Latin, and Mediterranean influence as well as an extensive wine list from the United States and around the world. By supporting local and organic farms, Harvest makes it a top priority to serve the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Come in and try it for yourself and enjoy custom cuisine from farm to fork. Please visit our sister restaurants 55 Wine Bar and Restaurant in Fairfield, Cava Wine Bar and Restaurant in New Canaan, and Scena Wine Bar and Restaurant in Darien.

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Louisevip
New York City •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very good and inventive food. Unusual combinations. Noise level is very high. Hope they can find ways to improve it. Hard to have a conversation.
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The Cottage - GreenwichPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Greenwich
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4.7
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Judy
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful to eat Italian where the chef realizes that Italian food is more than garlic. Loved the food and will be back soon.
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Louie's Italian Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Greenwich
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4.7
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alina
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Celebrating a friends birthday. We gathered early so we could chat and catch up. Had a lovely booth for 5 of us. Everyone enjoyed the menu choices and felt we’d had a special meal in a special place. Excellent hospitality and service from the staff.
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The WheelPrice: Moderate• American• Stamford
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4.5
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Jonathan
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Honestly, for the vibe, the food, and the value, I cannot believe this isn't the top of the list for high-end restaurants in the area. It's an absolute Gem. The owner walked around and checked in on every table—a super friendly fella. The only thing I'd add is that you have to vale your car, which if you're on a date is actually a huge net positive, which I was.
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Tony's at the J HousePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich
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4.6
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JaneS
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 1, 2024
My friend and I both had the pulled pork sandwich, which was tender and delicious. The service was very good, and the price reasonable. The place was quiet for a lunch hour.
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Little Pub - GreenwichPrice: Moderate• American• Greenwich
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4.5

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81 restaurants available nearby

1. Tony's at the J House

2. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar

3. Little Pub - Greenwich

4. The Cottage - Greenwich

5. Flinders Lane Kitchen and Bar

6. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

7. The Wheel

8. The Ridges Seafood & Steakhouse

9. Valbella Connecticut

10. Harvest Wine Bar - Greenwich

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