Best Romantic Restaurants in Waterloo, Illinois

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1. Madrina

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Webster Groves

Booked 29 times today

An intimate venue in the heart of Old Webster Groves, the Madrina team is ready take our guests back to a time where dining out was a cherished experience shared by family and friends. We are proud to showcase our Italian heritage and love for human connection through a menu carefully curated by Chef Max Crask and owners Frank Romano and Stanley Browne. We are so excited to have you!

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2. Truffles - St. Louis

4.8

Exceptional(1379)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Clayton

Booked 21 times today

"Truffles has always managed that elusive balance of refinement and relaxed casualness...” Sauce, 8/2011“This is a top-tier eatery. The kitchen is reinvigorated and inventive…” STL Magazine, 5/2011.Truffles strives to produce a menu that easily fuses rustic and contemporary American cooking. With simplicity and seasonality as our guide, house-made specialties such as pasta and salumi are prepared fresh every day and are complemented by choice selections of locally sourced and raised meats, seafood and inventive sides. The Truffles menu begins in the fields, rivers and farms of the Midwest and our award-winning wine list features wines from every corner of the earth. We bring the best flavors of the season direct to your plate.

3. Robust

4.7

Exceptional(1246)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Webster Groves

Booked 12 times today

It is our desire to light a spark of adventure within you and encourage you to explore and rediscover a passion for life through truly experiencing what wine, food and hospitality are all about.When you experience wine, you experience life. Wine encompasses a world of history, food, travel, culture, and romance. Whether a novice wine drinker or expert, Robust wants to create an enjoyable and enriching experience that educates each guest to the next level. Sip wines, sample our tasting plates and shop our wines and gifts. Our menu of artisan cheeses, charcuterie and unique gourmet tasting plates are inspired by our wine selection.Wines are listed by Robust Factor™ - a friendly format to help you navigate through the vast world of wines. With more than 40 wines by the glass, wine flights, and a full bottle list, choose your favorites or our onsite sommeliers will be happy to accommodate you with a selection.

4. Café Napoli

4.8

Exceptional(2230)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 30 times today

Café Napoli is a family owned restaurant, established in 1989 by Tony and Kathy Pietoso. Quickly becoming a success, they moved the small basement restaurant to a larger location at the corner of Forsyth and Bemiston in the heart of Clayton. In 2003, sons Ande and Kye expanded their family restaurant by adding Bar Napoli, a swank cocktail lounge. A few years later, Napoli Reserve was added onto Bar Napoli allowing for private event space and an additional bar and lounge for the weekends. After years of a flourishing business, Kathy and Tony decided to take their ventures West to Town and Country where they opened their second location, Napoli2, managed by Ande. Kye has taken the reigns from his father and is now the front man for the 8,000 square foot establishment in Clayton. Café Napoli and Bar Napoli have recently undergone a face lift inside and out. Inside the kitchen, Executive Chef from Napoli2 Jon Berger was recently added to the team, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the regional Italian specialties.

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5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

4.8

Exceptional(7057)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 68 times today

Charlie Gitto's On the Hill is a landmark for fine Italian dining in The Hill neighborhood of St. Louis.

6. Diego's Cantina

4.6

Exceptional(470)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • University City

Booked 13 times today

Diego's Cantina is a charming spot with an upscale approach to traditional Mexican cuisine. Reviews rave about the "best ambiance, romantic" and the "great atmosphere", making it an ideal choice for a date night. With its "cozy details", "greenery and twinkle lights", and "fresh flowers", it's the perfect blend of casual and beautiful. The staff is consistently praised for being "friendly" and "knowledgeable", adding to the overall romantic experience.

7. 801 Fish - STL

4.7

Exceptional(2133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Clayton

Booked 18 times today

801 Fish offers only globally sourced finned fish and crustaceans from the world's most pristine waters. You'll find chef driven cuisine coupled with exemplary service in a sophisticated and modern aquatic atmosphere at the Clayton restaurant across the street from its sister, 801 Chophouse. In addition to our beautiful and social distanced dining room, we offer limited outdoor seating, available on a first come first served basis.

8. Il Palato

4.9

Exceptional(625)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clayton

Booked 8 times today

Southern Italian Restaurant and wine bar. Luxurious craft cocktails, worldly wine list. A chic, seen or be seen up-scale eatery in an uncharted area of Clayton's business district.

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9. Lorenzo's Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2272)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Hill

Booked 27 times today

Lorenzo’s features Northern Italian fare with a touch of contemporary flavor. Look to our menu for some of the classics as well as some modern Italian cuisine less prevalent on The Hill. Look forward to experiencing the authentic house-made gnocchi and risottos; or our signature dish, braised Ossobuco; our guests' ever favorite, Chicken Spedini; or a couple of the staff favorites, the Grilled Barramundi or Fabulous Veal Picatta. At Lorenzo's the atmosphere is classy and laid-back. It is the type of restaurant where you can have a nice business dinner or enjoy a meal with the family. We offer two beautiful private rooms, The Boardroom, which seats up to 14 or The Chefs Table which seats up to 8. You may choose to enjoy our patio on a beautiful day and savor one of the great Italian wines off our extensive wine menu. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable no matter what meal or day you visit. We look forward to showing you all we can offer at Lorenzo's Trattoria.

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10. Sapore Italian Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(686)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kirkwood

Booked 10 times today

When I opened my doors in July of 2009, I committed to serving the freshest Italian dishes made from local and seasonal ingredients. I learned early the heart of Italian cooking is the flavor…or sapore. My school of teaching was from the best; my Nonna Elena and Mother Lia. Their philosophy has been carried on in my style of cooking: use simple ingredients and the food will speak for its self. Classic Italian dishes grace the menu but are personalized with my unique touch. Quality and consistency is what you will find with each dish. I would never serve anything short of that. So whether you are looking for a memorable night out or a glass of wine with friends, I am glad that you have chosen Sapore. As in true Italian tradition, I enjoy bringing people together through food. Ciao –

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Monique
St. Louis •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Girls night, we had a great night. Very nice atmosphere. Drinks excellent. We just shared a cheese platter was good. Server was excellent and did not feel rushed. We sat and chatted for a long while. I would definitely go back and highly recommend.
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RobustPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Webster Groves
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4.7
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Jayvip
St. Louis •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always, perfect preparation of our meals, great service, never rushed and a constant reminder why we always return.
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Café NapoliPrice: Moderate• Italian• Clayton
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4.8
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Michael
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a fantastic time here. Husband and I celebrated our 15th anniversary. Got the star treatment. Got the chef’s tasting menu and loved everything they brought out. Big props to Ethan and John for the great care. Will definitely recommend this place and will be back again.
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MadrinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Webster Groves
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4.4
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Mikevip
Orlando / Central Florida East •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Last night’s dining at Charlie Gitto’s was outstanding. Emma is a wonderful staff server and made the night out very nice. The other staff members are well trained too. Every menu options we ordered were prepared perfectly and delicious. Thank you!
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Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'Price: Expensive• Italian• The Hill
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4.8
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Linda
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was great; cocktails excellent and the service was some of the best I’ve ever had. I look forward to the next time!
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Truffles - St. LouisPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Clayton
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4.8

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Madrina

2. Truffles - St. Louis

3. Robust

4. Café Napoli

5. Charlie Gitto's 'On the Hill'

6. Diego's Cantina

7. 801 Fish - STL

8. Il Palato

9. Lorenzo's Trattoria

10. Sapore Italian Cafe

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