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Still figuring out your Valentine's Day plans? Look no further: Time Out New York just released its list of most romantic restaurants in town—and a glorious meal at any of the mentioned spots would make for a top-notch celebration.
From high-end steakhouses to cozy wine bars and not-too-stuffy hotspots that serve globally-inspired dishes, our 2025 list covers all types of different restaurants. The reigning champ?
Daniel Boulud’s La Tête d'Or on Park Avenue South by 23rd Street near Madison Square Park.
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"One thing about Daniel Boulud’s restaurants, you will always feel taken care of," writes our restaurant critic Morgan Carter. "His first steakhouse is no different. Hostesses whisk away coats upon entering and red-vested waiters wheel prime rib trolleys around the Art Deco-inspired dining room, spooning gravy right at the table."
Clearly an experience an extravagant experience that goes beyond the culinary, dining at La Tête d'Or is a celebration of the art of eating and all that comes with it—an ideal place to share a special evening out.
Rounding out our top three is Gage & Tollner—the 1879 chophouse where bartenders still wear jackets when serving top-notch martinis—and Le Crocodile, a restaurant as beautiful as it is delicious.
Whether spending Valentine's Day with a significant other, friends or, perhaps, indulging in a special meal on your own, the 20 most romantic restaurants in NYC will help you make it an oh-so-memorable outing:
1. La Tête d'Or
2. Gage & Tollner
3. Le Crocodile
4. Sailor
5. Raoul's
6. Daniel
7. Buvette
8. Panorama Room
9. Theodora
10. June
11. La Mercerie
12. Crown Shy
13. San Sabino
14. Marea
15. Wayla
16. Wayan
17. King
18. The Four Horsemen
19. Bangkok Supper Club
20. Lilia