West Central newbie Yamas is a quaint, family-owned restaurant full of heart and homemade goodness. The dishes are distinctly Greek, for example, the chicken souvlaki, keftedakia (Greek meatballs), and fried feta, and there’s an extensive Mediterranean seafood selection that encompasses a raw bar. The goal of the husband and wife team, Roxie and Hristos Nikolakos, is to transport their diners to the Mediterranean coast. Lovers are mesmerized when they see the Aegean blue decor, let alone sample the treats in store. The Greek wines are a must.
Ballooning with a young, urban population, Austin’s got romance dancing through the streets; the city is packed with date activities and, of course, romantic restaurants. Swiping right sure is exciting when there are so many options for canoodling. Maybe you’re the sporty sort, looking for a hike and bike day date culminating in an organic farm-to-table spread. West is your playground of green. Or you’re a Texan through and through, and nothing beats a big ol’ steak to say ‘I love you’? Brisket or wagyu, there’s plenty of meat here. And since downtown is such a hotbed of award-clad restaurants, lovers with a taste for authentic Asian, Mexican and European fare will be licking their lips at the melty kiss of delicacies on offer. Basically, the most romantic restaurants in Austin have every ingredient for the perfect date—first, second, or a number so high you’ll never guess. No matter how casual or fancy the endeavor, we’ve just the sultry spots to swoon the other half. And if you’re looking for an aperitivo, check out our favorite wine bars, too.
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