Cupid’s arrow strikes again.
It’s that time of year when lover’s pair off to celebrate the season of amoré under romantic candlelight while conversating about the day they first met, sipping delicious wine, and tasting some of the finest foods from the most amorous eateries in town. If you haven’t booked your reservation yet, fear not for we have made a list of the most romantic restaurants in Orange County that will surely impress your sweetheart.
Consider one of these six dining options to celebrate love and have an unforgettable evening with your other half.
1. enoSTEAK Ritz-Carlton
1 Ritz Carlton Drive | Dana Point
Located inside the gorgeous Ritz-Carlton, enoSTEAK creates an intimate dining experience with attention to detail both in the aesthetic and the ambiance. The restaurant emphasizes the importance of quality ingredients sourcing pasture-raised beef and local produce with an array of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and an extraordinary wine collection. The Valentine’s Day menu does nothing but impresses with a pre-fixed menu encompassing shared plates spread across an astounding four courses inclusive of an appetizer and indulgent dessert for you and your sweetheart.
2. Selanne Steak Tavern
1464 South Coast Highway | Laguna Beach
An iconic restaurant in Laguna Beach, Selanne Steak Tavern accommodates an elegant yet comfortable escape for two to celebrate the day of love. Their Valentine’s Day menu features a four-course menu selection with specialties such as Hokkaido scallops, wagyu tenderloin, delicious dessert options, and the option for wine pairings, which is highly suggested. Executive Chef Joshua Severson creates unique dishes perfect for the occasion while the bar prepares imaginative cocktails, and the wine selection boasts California cult and world-class wines.
3. The Cellar
305 N Harbor Boulevard | Fullerton
Set in Del Sol Hotel’s dimly lit basement, The Cellar in Fullerton produces a fine dining experience that embraces old world charm. The restaurant possesses a one-of-a-kind design, crafted from the same hands that built the Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland. Part whimsical, part romantic, this hidden gem presents a truly unique, elegant and romantic dining escape. A perfect setting for a romantic evening, enjoy The Cellar’s delicious, lighter twist on classical French cuisine and impressive cocktails set under soft lighting from exquisite chandeliers surrounded by structured arches, cave-like walls, and two cozy fireplaces.
4. Orange Hill Restaurant
6410 E Chapman Avenue | Orange
Journey to the hilltops of Orange County for one of the most romantic nights you will ever experience. The prestigious Orange Hill Restaurant offers a classic setting inclusive of sweeping vistas of Catalina Island and Disneyland’s incredible fireworks, all the way to the twinkling lights of Downtown Los Angeles. Make a reservation for the outdoor patio to enjoy the sunset while sipping on a handcrafted cocktail or glass of wine from their exclusive list. Their Valentine’s Day celebration includes a four-course tasting menu encompassing their notable contemporary California cuisine with an optional wine pairing while enjoying Orange County’s incredible views from a different vantage point.
5. Provenance
2531 Eastbluff Drive | Newport Beach
Provenance brings a little piece of Napa Valley to the heart of coastal Orange County. The farmhouse inspired restaurant provides a romantic patio complete with an organic garden, which they use for their new American fare and craft cocktails. The ever-changing menu stays in season and incorporates delicious and innovative flavors that will please any pallet! For a whimsical escape to Napa Valley this Valentine’s Day, look no further than Provenance’s ingredient-driven three-course dinner and wine pairing specially created for the lovers of wine country.
6. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar
3131 West Coast Highway | Newport Beach
One of the top restaurants in Orange County, The Winery produces one of the best scenes for the ultimate romantic evening. Nestled alongside the Newport Harbor adorned with gorgeous sunset views, this airy eatery boasts a global award-winning wine list to pair with their impeccable California inspired cuisine while enjoying magnificent harbor vistas. For the romantic holiday, Chef Goetz has prepared an exquisite Valentine’s Day menu inclusive of a seafood tower, caviar, seasonal salads, and famous main courses such as their Porcini Crusted Chilean sea bass and Herb Crusted New Zealand Lamb Rack. The meal concludes with a delicious selection of mini pastries handcrafted by their in-house pastry chef.
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