Best Romantic Restaurants in Plainville

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccolo Arancio

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Farmington

Booked 4 times today

Piccolo Arancio is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. It's described as a 'quiet dinner among friends' with 'fresh, vivid flavors' that make it 'worth the time to do reservations and enjoy the table for the evening'. The ambiance is cozy and relaxing, perfect for a date night or a get-together with your loved one.

2. Ideal Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(678)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Southington

Booked 7 times today

Ideal Tavern is a Gastropub serving modernized, New American classic cuisine, craft cocktails and select beers in a charming, rustic atmosphere!

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3. Artisan - West Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(1630)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 22 times today

Artisan - West Hartford is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. Reviews highlight its 'elegant, cool and classy' ambiance, ideal for a 'romantic and cozy' night. It's praised for its 'romantic dinner' atmosphere, 'beautiful decor', and 'beautiful atmosphere' which makes it a 'great romantic spot'. The 'romantic, cozy, and refined' covered patio section is a hit among couples. So, if you're looking for a charming place to woo your loved one, Artisan - West Hartford is the place to be!

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4. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

4.7

Exceptional(219)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hartford

Booked 50 times today

Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.

5. Max A Mia - Avon

4.7

Exceptional(125)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Avon

Booked 38 times today

Opened in 1991, Max a Mia was named “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine in its first year, and “top-grossing restaurant in its size” by Restaurant Hospitality. The restaurant is now in the good hands of Executive Chef Bob Peterson, who has brought an exciting new energy to the restaurant.Max A Mia is the quintessential Italian experience in the Greater Hartford area. It also continues to garner awards and accolades. Featuring a traditional Italian menu, it utilizes an authentic brick oven that produces stone pies with unmatched flavor. Traditional veal, pork and pasta dishes, as well as inventive risotto offerings, set the mood for desserts including tiramisu and white chocolate polenta cake.An extraordinary and comfortable 25-foot granite bar has elevated Max A Mia to the social place in the Farmington Valley. The dining room features wood and tile, warmly lit by custom fixtures to create a sophisticated and luxurious – yet friendly, family environm

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6. New Mill Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1863)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Southington

Booked 41 times today

Plantsville's well-known Old Mill is now New Mill Restaurant, featuring the culinary talents of its new Executive Chef, Bob Martucci. This lovely 1737 cider mill has been a Connecticut favorite for many years, and has now completely renovated by its owners, Chris and Michelle Calvanese. Menu specialties include fresh-only seafood and raw bar selections, "chop house" Angus steaks, and homemade pastas and desserts. An expanded wine list and a large sociable bar round out the new offering.

7. Union Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(762)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 14 times today

Union Kitchen was nominated for Restaurant of the Year: Hartford County by the Connecticut Restaurant Association in 2023 and 2024. In a space that formerly housed a speakeasy, the ambitious restaurant combines New American cuisine with a world class beverage program.

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8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(1674)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 33 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1800 degree oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. In addition to steak, the menu features an assortment of chops, as well as fresh seafood and lobsters. We serve only the finest produce and offer over seven different types of potatoes. Dinner is not complete without trying one of our homemade desserts. Ruth's Chris is also proud of its award winning wine list featuring over 225 domestic and imported selections. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, there is truly something for everyone!

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9. Fleming's Steakhouse - West Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(1504)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 44 times today

Your West Hartford Fleming's is located in the historic Educational Building, just off West Hartford Center and next to the Noah Webster Library. Fleming's in West Hartford is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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10. Boqueria West Hartford

4.4

Awesome(48)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • West Hartford

Booked 18 times today

A lively, Barcelona-inspired tapas bar serving Spanish classics, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a vibrant and contemporary space.

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Kylevip
Connecticut •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Second Thanksgiving at Artisan! Maybe we have found a new tradition? Quite enjoyable and delicious food. Can’t beat not having to do dishes.
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Artisan - West HartfordPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.8
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Heather
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Max is one the few restaurants you can really rely on to be a great meal with great service - one of our faves. Tonight was my husbands bday and they welcomed him with a bday card, served two chocolate truffles with two glasses of Prosecco and a candle, just perfect! What a special meal.
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Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford CenterPrice: Very Expensive• American• West Hartford
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4.7
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Mark
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our first time at Ideal Tavern and we were impressed with the casual atmosphere, the intimacy of the surroundings and farmhouse/industrial decor of the dining area and bar. The service was outstanding, and the food was incredibly delicious. Dessert was remarkable! We will definitely be returning! The prices were on the higher side, but very reasonable considering the quality of the ingredients and the talent of the chef.
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Ideal TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Southington
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4.8
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DavidR
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, great service. Pace of dining experience was just right. Have had consistently good experience at this restaurant!
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Max A Mia - AvonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Avon
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4.7
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Michael
Connecticut •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Ben, the new owner is creating a destination restaurant. New menu is sweeping in scope of selections. Chef is extraordinary.
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Piccolo ArancioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Farmington
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4.3

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccolo Arancio

2. Ideal Tavern

3. Artisan - West Hartford

4. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

5. Max A Mia - Avon

6. New Mill Restaurant

7. Union Kitchen

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Hartford

9. Fleming's Steakhouse - West Hartford

10. Boqueria West Hartford

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