Best Date Night Restaurants in Wilkes-Barre

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Rikasa

4.7

Exceptional(421)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Scranton

Booked 25 times today

Our Newest addition Roof 53 can be now reserved online. Please review the menu, it is different then the main floor menu...Come in and let your senses be tantalized by the coastal vibes of Italian shores. From shrimp cocktail to escargot, from the music to the mood, at Rikasa every day is a special occasion, whether it be a romantic date night or celebratory family gathering. Unwind after work in our chic bar for casual drinks or a smooth bottle of wine with friends. Our delectable menu offerings, from our finest chops and steaks, succulent seafood, house-made pastas and handcrafted cocktails are sourced locally and responsibly. We are also home to The Joint, our speakeasy bar, featuring live entertainment and incredible drinks every Friday and Saturday evening. Highly skilled and welcoming staff are proud to elevate your experience like no other. At Rikasa, we promise that our relaxed elegance will transport you to a unique and unforgettable experience.

2. Bank + Vine

4.5

Awesome(450)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 14 times today

Bank+Vine is serving up a fresh and seasonal menu from a passionate culinary team, focusing on a farm to table concept and showcasing produce at the peak of its season. Located in one of downtown Wilkes-Barre’s historic buildings, Bank+Vine provides both an indoor and outdoor casual dining experience with plates meant to be shared around the table. Take a trip back to 1912 and visit the old South Side Bank while dining in 'The Lobby' with it's 30 foot vaulted ceilings and a private dining room overlooking the entire restaurant, perfect for gatherings of 10 people with a private restroom.

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3. Cork Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(328)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 6 times today

Cork Restaurant opened in Wilkes-Barre in 2007, bringing an innovative, hospitality-focused concept with a unique array of dining, cocktail and wine menus. Cork is located in a quaint neighborhood in the north end of Wilkes-Barre and is a place where customers become friends. Our spacious, multi-level floor plan features a classy, yet contemporary decor and a relaxed cosmopolitan ambiance perfect for dining or entertaining. Cork’s second floor dining area provides the ideal setting for a romantic dinner for two or a larger dinner group of friends or family. Visit Cork Bar & Restaurant in Wilkes-Barre today for hospitality at its finest!

4. Cafe Toscana

4.8

Exceptional(333)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 6 times today

Please call us at 570-208-1252 if you would like to make a reservation for more than 4 people.Bringing a taste of the Old World to downtown Wilkes-Barre, Cafe Toscana is located at One Public Square in downtown Wilkes-Barre.Our recipes are tried and true family favorites that represent the best that Tuscany and the surrounding region has to offer.Cafe Toscana’s Northern Italian cuisine is light and delicate and allows the individual flavors to come through. We feature an array of tried and true family favorites, including veal, pasta, risotto, fish, steak and seafood, with a variety of specials to keep the menu always fresh and exciting. There are also an abundant asortment of homemade desserts on the menu.A new and greatly expanded wine list gives customers plenty of choices for every dish and every palette.

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5. Grico's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(76)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 3 times today

You’ll feel at home at the Original Grico’s in Exeter. We offer classic cuisine served to make you feel as if you were one of the family. Our menu features selections of succulent steaks, seafood, and traditional favorites, served in a warm and cozy atmosphere. Dine with friends, loved ones or business associates or enjoy cocktails at the 1930s vintage bar.Please note if you cannot find a reservation time that you desire please call 570-654-9120

6. The Down Pour

4.5

Awesome(21)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 9 times today

The Down Pour was established in November 2019 with a dream of creating an eclectic atmosphere for the people of downtown Wilkes-Barre. A place designed for those who are willing to push the boundaries of the ordinary & escape. Ask for the umbrella room for a chance to dine under our take on a downpour.

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7. Breaker Brewing Company

4.9

Exceptional(498)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 6 times today

Welcome and thank you for your interest in Breaker Brewing Company. We are a Micro Brewery & Brew Pub in Northeast PA’s coal region that brews, serves and delivers handcrafted beer to local bars and pubs. Our small batch craft brews are dedicated to the hard-working people who have been and still are examples of our rich heritage.

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8. Fire and Ice on Toby Creek

4.5

Awesome(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wilkes-Barre

Booked 8 times today

We are a casual-fine dining restaurant. Executive Chef Jack Higgins continually updates our menu to reflect changing seasons and current food trends. Our extensive menu has something for every taste and every budget. Best of all, we proudly feature many locally sourced farm-to-table ingredients and dishes. Fire and Ice isn't just our name; its how every meal begins in our restaurant: We also offer 9 beers on draft, a larger bottled beer selection, an exciting cocktail and martini list and a complete wine list.

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HelenVIP
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always delicious. Always friendly, excellent service. Always a great value.
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Cork Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wilkes-Barre
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4.4
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Paula
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit and meal. Service was excellent. Staff was friendly. Food was delicious and perfectly presented. Would love to return on our next trip to PA. Thank you!
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Bank + VinePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Wilkes-Barre
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4.5
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David
Scranton / Poconos •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always an excellent meal at Cafe Toscana, we've never been disappointed here. I tried the stuffed mushrooms appetizer for the first time and highly recommend them.
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Cafe ToscanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wilkes-Barre
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4.8
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Jeremy
Scranton / Poconos •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
The food and drink menu are great. The meals are well prepared and tasty! We enjoyed our visit.
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RikasaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Scranton
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4.7
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Ruth
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Great staff, delicious food, welcoming atmosphere and the Christmas sangria and other drinks were fabulous - cheers to the bartender! Overall, a lovely experience and if we are in the area again - we will go back!
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The Down PourPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Wilkes-Barre
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4.5

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Rikasa

2. Bank + Vine

3. Cork Bar & Restaurant

4. Cafe Toscana

5. Grico's Restaurant

6. The Down Pour

7. Breaker Brewing Company

8. Fire and Ice on Toby Creek

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