| January 22, 2025 | Food & Drink, Food & Drink, Food & Drink Feature, Food & Drink News Latest, Guide, Food,
The season of love is just around the corner. Whether it’s date night or a special occasion, these impressive and romantic ambiances are sure to make you feel the love.
Spirited cocktails include the Baby Maker (at top) at Lazy Betty. PHOTO BY COLETTE COLLINS
CANOE
Nestled on the banks of the Chattahoochee River, the tranquil surroundings of Canoe provide a serene setting for a romantic meal. The luscious green garden bathed in the glow of lantern lights is ethereal, especially when paired with delicious fare, from marinated Australian lamb sirloin to Springer Mountain Farms chicken. After dinner, take a romantic stroll through the meandering paths. 4199 Paces Ferry Road SE, canoeatl.com
BACCHANALIA
If you really want to wow with fare and setting, this fine-dining eatery in the heart of West Midtown is known for its warm, unique ambiance, delectable cuisine and impeccable service. From the owners’ farm, Summerland, they quite literally bring to the table a distinctive evening for couples that love food and trying reimagined menu staples. 1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. NW, Ste. 1, starprovisions.com/bacchanalia
TINY LOU’S
Couples all over the city know that Hotel Clermont’s Tiny Lou’s is a must for a casual date-night libation or a delicious evening on a rooftop. With its old-world charm and Parisian touches, there is no way you won’t get all of the romantic feels the minute you sit down. 789 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, tinylous.com
Caviar at Lazy Betty awaits. PHOTO BY ANDREW THOMAS LEE
MARCEL
Nostalgic and soothing music wafts through Marcel’s moody interior, making it automatically a romantic occasion. Some of the best steaks in Atlanta can be found at the restaurant named for a famous European boxer, Marcel Cerdan. The restaurant champions living in the moment, so you’ll want to do date night here time and time again. 1170 Howell Mill Road, marcelatl.com
LA GROTTA RISTORANTE
You can never go wrong with a romantic Italian dinner, and La Grotta, an Atlanta staple, is always a top selection when it comes to an intimate evening. Overlook a lush courtyard tucked away from the hustle and bustle of traffic and sip on fine wine with the one you love. 2637 Peachtree Road NE, lagrottaatlanta.com
LILA LYLA
If you want to do something special for the one you love, Lyla Lila takes you on a culinary ride. There are so many good options in Midtown, but this one stands out for date night for its pristine pastas and European aesthetic. 693 Peachtree St. NE, Unit 118, lylalilaatl.com
LAZY BETTY
Lazy Betty’s tasting menu is one you don’t want to miss. The spot’s seven-course menu is an exciting way to spend the evening. Each course will be a little surprise with your favorite person. 999 Peachtree St. NE, Ste. 140, lazybettyatl.com
LUCIAN BOOKS AND WINE
For the bookworms, Lucian Books and Wine is a fun date night pick with its inherently romantic concept of exquisite wines, upscale dining and books. Every sense is engaged upon entering, and because they encourage reservations for their limited seating, you can guarantee this is going to be an evening to remember. What’s more romantic than a multifaceted and thoughtfully curated experience? 3005 Peachtree Road, Ste. 300, lucianbooksandwine.com
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