Dishes reflect the changing seasons, incorporating the best produce available at Chicago’s farmers markets.
La Petite Foliebrings you a piece of Paris in Hyde Park, serving classically prepared French food and an all-French wine list in an elegant space. When it comes to a romantic date night, it’s hard to beat a classic French restaurant. If there’s a wait, head downstairs to The Library, a hidden drinking den that’s even more intimate than the dining space. The drink menu is cocktail driven, with an emphasis on classic favorites. Gilt Bar’s contemporary American dishes are made for sharing, including the house-made pasta, seafood, and wood-fired entrees. This hip hideaway is a romantic spot to take your date, with red velvet booths, soft candlelight, and a dramatic bar backed with gilded mirrors. Don’t miss the chocolate cream pie, it’s the perfect dessert for two. The menu is old school too, with classic selections like chilled seafood towers, baked crab cakes, and the best cuts of meat. The sultry space at Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar is decked out with timeless touches, like comfy leather booths, mirrored walls, and glittering antique chandeliers. This dimly lit spot is a stylish take on a traditional steakhouse. Randolph St., West Loop Bavette’s Steakhouse & Bar
There’s also an a la carte menu, where you can get a taste of Elske’s unique take on Danish cuisine. The tasting menu offfers nine courses of artfully presented dishes made with seasonal ingredients. The interior features minimalist decor and soft lighting, anchored by a small patio and working fireplace. The name means “love” in Danish, and there’s a husband-and-wife duo running the kitchen. It’s the perfect spot for a night cap, with a curated selection of cocktails, sakes, and Japanese whiskeys. This sultry, subterranean bar features hand-painted Japanese menus, moody neon lights, and vintage Tokyo street signs. After dinner, head downstairs to The Izakaya. Order an Imperial strip steak roasted over hot coals or expertly prepared slices of sashimi. In the main dining room, you’ll find a stylish space and a menu that blends traditional flavors and contemporary techniques. This acclaimed spot, a favorite with locals, specializes in modern Japanese fare. It’s the perfect spot for a first date, special occasion, or even a proposal (Geja’s has seen more than 16,000 engagements over the years). Everything is cooked in a sizzling fondue pot right at your table, from the creamy Swiss gruyère cheese appetizer to the velvety Belgian chocolate dessert.
The interior feels like a cozy wine cellar, with cozy curtained booths, candlelit tables, and a live guitarist. Known as one of the city’s most romantic restaurants, Geja’s Cafe has been serving couples for more than 50 years. Here’s our roundup of some of Chicago’s most romantic restaurants - reserve your table for two today. Enjoy a Danish tasting menu prepared by a husband and wife, dip fondue while being serenaded by a live guitarist, or treat your date to dinner with a sky-high view of the city. Whether you’re on a first date or celebrating a milestone anniversary, our city is home to a restaurant that’s perfect for the occasion.
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