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Best Romantic Restaurants in Santa Ana

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A photo of Chapter One: the modern local restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(579)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Santa Ana
Booked 6 times today
Our eclectic food and spirits fuse the exotic with the traditional, always created with our own playful twist. Our kitchen, led by executive chef Tony Castaneda, features local, sustainable, seasonal and all-natural ingredients. The atmosphere blends the pleasures of elegant dining with the relaxed conviviality of a local pub. Our cocktail list, highlighted by our award-winning fresh ginger Moscow Mules, also features over 200 whiskeys from around the world.
A photo of Habana - Costa Mesa restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2727)
Price: Expensive
• Cuban • Costa Mesa
Booked 74 times today
Habana in Costa Mesa offers a romantic dining experience, as seen in its reviews. Guests appreciate the 'beautiful and romantic patio', 'intimate bar' and 'amazing offerings' that create a 'fun atmosphere' perfect for date nights. The 'sultry and romantic' ambiance, 'beautiful candles everywhere' and 'pretty lighting' further enhance the romantic vibe. The restaurant's 'authentic' Cuban-inspired food and 'fresh Mojitos' add to the overall dining experience.
A photo of AnQi restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1862)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Costa Mesa
Booked 30 times today
AnQi Gourmet Bistro & Noodle Bar serves a unique twist on California Vietnamese Cuisine, with favorites like Filet Mignon Potstickers and Miso Black Cod, as well as items from their Award-Winning Molecular Menu.
A photo of Water Grill - South Coast Plaza restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8162)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Costa Mesa
Booked 156 times today
Water Grill - South Coast Plaza is a romantic spot according to reviews. Patrons have described it as a 'beautiful restaurant', with a 'warm and vibrant' decor that sets the tone for a date night. The ambiance is described as 'energetic' and 'conducive to romance'. The food is consistently praised, with seafood being a specialty that is 'fresh and delicious'. The service is also lauded, making for a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.
A photo of Top of The V restaurant
4.5
Awesome(927)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Anaheim
Booked 13 times today
Top of the V is a romantic spot with a stunning rooftop setting, perfect for couples. Reviewers rave about its 'amazing view and very romantic atmosphere', 'beautiful rooftop with great service and lovely ambiance', and 'upscale ambiance'. The food is described as 'delicious' and the service is consistently praised as 'great'. It's the perfect place for a date night with its 'nice, classy' feel and 'beautiful experience'.
A photo of Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8158)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Costa Mesa
Booked 163 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
A photo of Jardin Autentica Cocina restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(503)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Orange
Booked 32 times today
Jardin Autentica Cocina is a contemporary Mexican restaurant serving polished authentic dishes, rooted in Mexican traditions and flavors. The crafted drinks also mirrors its cuisine, with small batch, hand-crafted agave artisanal cocktails. We look forward to welcoming you in our warm and cozy Jardin!
A photo of Parkestry Rooftop Bar restaurant
4.2
Awesome(838)
Price: Expensive
• American • Anaheim
Booked 12 times today
Ascend to the highest rooftop bar in Anaheim and elevate your next happy hour to new heights at Parkestry Rooftop Bar. Offering light bites, creative libations, and a fun social energy, Parkestry is the perfect setting for a romantic night out, gathering of friends, or any special occasion. Located on the 11th floor of the JW Marriott Anaheim hotel, Parkestry celebrates invigorating culinary offerings with unobstructed views of the Southern California sunset and occasional fireworks from the horizon as an added bonus.
A photo of Nova Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(854)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Anaheim
Booked 26 times today
NOVA Kitchen & Bar is an experiential dining destination, exploring the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal and water—to engage and tantalize the five senses of taste, smell, sight, touch and sound. The result? An ethereal and magical experience. Inspired by the transient astronomical event of a moving star, Nova empowers guests to experience the five dimensions of life on earth like they never have before.We have a strict 10 minute grace period for reservations. At least half of your party must be present to be seated. Parties who are running late should call the restaurant prior to your reservation time to ensure your reservation doesn't get canceled. There are no same day reservations on Friday and Saturdays. Walk-ins are always welcome.
A photo of The Capital Grille - Costa Mesa restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4901)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Costa Mesa
Booked 90 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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  • Jackie
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had the BEST experience at Water Grill! The service was incredible (& super helpful with reco’s… also noted that we were there for a Bday and made it very special). The food was perfect, so delicious. The ambience was everything I could have wished for. We will be back!
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    Water Grill - South Coast PlazaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Costa Mesa
    4.8
  • john
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The vibe here is awesome! I started with the shrimp and lobster dumplings, and they were to die for. I also tried the salt and pepper calamari, which was perfectly seasoned and super tasty. For my main course, I had the garlic noodles with prawns, and it was just as delicious. I’ve been here a few times now, and I’ve never left feeling less than satisfied. I’ll definitely be back for more!
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    AnQiPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Costa Mesa
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Orange County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food, the service and the ambience when dining outdoor is definitely something I would keep coming back for! It was the 2nd time I’ve been there because I was so happy when my girlfriends took me there for my birthday. I loved it so much that my daughter wanted to experience it too for her 27th birthday, so it was a first for my family. It was a very cold night but the fire and the blankets that they provided made it experience very comfy and cozy. We had 2 types of their version of Spanish paella (Coastal Array for seafood and the Secret Cut for the meat), along with other tapas to share like the Striploin and Patatas Bravas. The croquetas was awesome! What made it really special was the awesome service of our server, Brisa. Another person who helped clean and serve, as well as take our pictures was Annabel (I hope I got her name right). She was also amazing the first time I was there in July, nice Filipina. The view at the Top of the V was amazing and we got to enjoy the spectacular Disneyland fireworks from where we were sitting. If you want to have an amazing celebration, whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary or just Wine Wednesday, you should dine here! We loved it!!!
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    Top of The VPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Anaheim
    4.5
  • Ashleyvip
    Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Really nice vibe for an anniversary date night. I got the salmon which was fabulous and my boyfriend got the highly recommended El Churrasco. He was not impressed with the churrasco quite expensive for what it was. We also got the chicken empanadas as an appetizer and it was his favorite part of the meal. Overall the vibes were nice and staff was kind.
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    Habana - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Costa Mesa
    4.7
  • Kristin
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 2, 2024
    Food was very good. Service excellent. Branson was really on top of it. The service is why I would come back again.
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    Chapter One: the modern localPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Santa Ana
    4.7
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