Le Colonial is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

1. Le Colonial

8.9
57 E Oak St, Chicago, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · Streeterville · 86 tips and reviews

Nikole F.Nikole Fuqua: Large portions to share with a group! Very cozy

Janet L.Janet Ledbetter: Try the spicy cold beef salad. And check out the bar upstairs. Great place for a romantic date.

DesignkitchenDesignkitchen: Romantic and fun, make sure to request seating upstairs.

Bavette's Bar and Boeuf is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

2. Bavette's Bar and Boeuf

9.1
218 W Kinzie St (at N Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 130 tips and reviews

Myra R.Myra Rubin: Always add bone marrow to your dish! Smoked whitefish Caesar salad is a must. Classic American food, speak easy, jazzy vibe. Nice cocktails. Love this place + staff. Consistency is key. They have it!

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: The wine cellar is stocked with Old World vintages, while the signature cocktails start with powerful brown spirits. Read more.

Mary K.Mary K: Come here with a smokin hot guy so that the ambiance doesn't bother you... Food is pretty good, but Mastro's is better for the money.

Geja's Cafe is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

3. Geja's Cafe

8.5
340 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Fondue Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 59 tips and reviews

Caplan S.Caplan Straka: Best Fondue. Romantic if you are on a date or a fun night for a group of friends. Make sure you order the seafood with lobster AND the beef for your dinner.

Michael M.Michael McCurry: Looking for an intimate, romantic place to take your sweetheart for dinner, this north-side fondue establishment is fantastic. A must-try for fondue enthusiasts Read more.

Penny J.Penny Jo: Service and food blows Signature Room & 4 Seasons out of the park! About $100 for 2 but worth it for the atmosphere, service, & food! Very romantic! Coat check & $10 valet available too! Will b back

Mexique is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

4. Mexique

1529 W Chicago Ave (at N Ashland Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · West Town · 65 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Lunch/brunch menu includes ceviche, huarache de carne asada, chocolate enchiladas; dinner menu includes braised pork cheeks in mole Teloloapan, vegetable-stuffed poblano, pumpkin creme brulee. Read more.

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: A formidable blend of French technique and ethereally delicious Mexican ingredients await all those who dine here. And hopefully a glimpse of adorable chef Carlos Gaytan. - Inspector

Lisa T.Lisa Tran: Hands down, BEST sangria I've ever had. Order a pitcher and experience for yourself.

Ada Street is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

5. Ada Street

9.2
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews

ISIS: We arrived at this secret romantic place and the restaurant it was beautiful best food I've had in Chicago, the bartender Sarah it was so sweet. This place is amazing in service and food quality!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Drawing Room vet Tim Lacey resurfaces at this David Morton/Michael Kornick hideaway. Read more.

Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: There’s no going wrong here: snag a seat in the back and try the grilled octopus with spiced carmellini beans or the incredible polenta fries. For more, follow us on 4sq or at www.renhotels.com. Read more.

TRU is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

6. TRU

676 N Saint Clair St (at E Huron St), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Streeterville · 30 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: Modern meets Midwestern at this chic Chicago restaurant that marries French techniques to local ingredients.

Mandy B.Mandy Bast: Without a doubt, the most unique food presentation I have ever seen at a restaurant. The 3 plus hour experience is worth it for special occasions. A+ Service and taste.

Kealan O.Kealan O'Boyle: An amazing culinary adventure, service is spectacular, and Chef Anthony Martin is a true craftsman, and artist.

Balena is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

7. Balena

1633 N Halsted St (btwn Willow St & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 66 tips and reviews

Mike G.Mike Gonzalez: Mushroom pizza was delicious! Excellent service great date night place! Small plates meant to be shared pastas were excellent specifically the pork shoulder pasta

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Potato gnocchi with beef heart Bolognese: know that the heart, makes for a wonderfully robust, tangy, meat sauce that, spread across a gentle bed of gnocchi, adds up to a soul-warming winter dish. Read more.

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: We'd go back for the orecchiette alone. Breadcrumbs, kale, and lemon tuck. Yum.

Vera is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

8. Vera

1023 W Lake St, Chicago, IL
Spanish Restaurant · Fulton Market · 41 tips and reviews

Anastasia B.Anastasia Belozertseva: Romantic atmosphere, knowledgeable staff. We shared 5 plates and a cheese platter between 3 of us, and we were stuffed in the end (dates and mushrooms were so yummy). Also I loved vina sastre wine.

EaterEater: A cute spot where you can go for a quick glass of Sherry or wine at the bar or have a romantic dinner over Spanish small plates. [Eater 38 Member]

Leyla A.Leyla Arsan: This tip is for those writers at Thrillist... Look up the definition of "tapas".

Alinea is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

9. Alinea

9.0
1723 N Halsted St (btwn W North Ave & W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 142 tips and reviews

Jason C.Jason Cutrer: The Somm here was a blast - totally laid back, talked like a regular person, and the food was the best I've ever experienced. Definitely a special occasion restaurant.

IvyIvy: Perfect place to celebrate a special occasion - let the restaurant know when they confirm your reservation, they'll do something special for you. Tickets go on sale 2 months in advance on the 15th.

Katherine M.Katherine M.: The most delightful and enchanting dinner I have ever had? Reservations a few months in advance. Save for a special occasion, unless you're in from out of town -- then go for it!

Avec is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

10. Avec

9.2
615 W Randolph St (at N Jefferson St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 214 tips and reviews

Ashley S.Ashley Sheeran: Love the minimal design. Must have bacon-wrapped dates! Open late - great date spot.

Rick H.Rick H: The pork shoulder is a fantastic standby. Food has never disappointed. Great place to go when you want to spend some money and feel trendy without being obscene about it.

Theresa W.Theresa Walunas: Sit at the bar! Order the dates and the olives. Don't miss their beer selection.

Maude's Liquor Bar is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

11. Maude's Liquor Bar

840 W Randolph St (btwn Green St & Peoria St), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Fulton Market · 104 tips and reviews

Tatiana B.Tatiana Buenaventura: I got engaged in this place! Is absolutely awesome! The service was perfect and the food was very good! I'll recommend this place for special occasions

Andrew H.Andrew Hilsberg: Shaved vegetable salad is AMAZING. Also, if on a romantic date, request a table upstairs. Dark and less crowded.

Chase T.Chase Turner: Great romantic french spot. The bone marrow is amazing.

Piccolo Sogno is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

12. Piccolo Sogno

9.1
464 N Halsted St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Fulton River District · 112 tips and reviews

DhruvaDhruva: Delicious food! Pastas are to die for. Perfect date night spot

Marco M.Marco Morelli: Get the spaghetti Nero "frutti di mare" (seafood with black pasta) it's amazing! Great calamari too.

Dave C.Dave Clark: Eat outside on the patio.

Momotaro is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

13. Momotaro

8.5
820 W Lake St (at Green St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · Fulton Market · 94 tips and reviews

Cusp25Cusp25: Amazing meal- sashimi, sushi rolls, skewers, chilled ramen. Ebi tempura was absolutely delicious

Cusp25Cusp25: Raw- albacore tuna- delicious

Marshall S.Marshall St. Clair: Aji yakusagi

Caro Mio is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

14. Caro Mio

8.5
1825 W Wilson Ave (at N Ravenswood Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Ravenswood · 31 tips and reviews

Bobby K.Bobby Kennedy: Beautiful, delicious Italian food in a cozy Ravenswood storefront. Anything on the menu is great and there are always specials which are even better. Plus BYOB.

Ken P.Ken Prchal: Enjoy just about everything at this BYOB gem. Intimate, trendy, reasonably-priced. Possibly my favorite Italian restaurant in the city.

Raed M.Raed Mansour: Romantic and rustic. Great traditional Italian dinner and dessert. BYOB. Very attentive staff. Plenty of street parking.

RM Champagne Salon is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Chicago.

15. RM Champagne Salon

116 N Green St (btwn Randolph St & Washington Blvd), Chicago, IL
Bistro · West Town · 68 tips and reviews

Leah N.Leah Nicole: So cozy and romantic

nidhinidhi: Cute place for date night or girls' night!

Tamara K.Tamara K: Super cozy, great ambiance, perfect date spot. Cheese plates are delicious!