Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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Updated 05 June 2025

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East End Bistrot Raleigh

4.9

4.9 (318)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Located in Raleigh, East End Bistrot, part of Giorgios Hospitality Group, offers an exceptional dining experience combining classic French techniques with Asian-inspired flavors. Our menu showcases high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients, expertly crafted into unforgettable dishes. With a curated selection of fine and rare wines, handpicked by our sommelier, each meal is paired perfectly. Whether you're celebrating or enjoying a night out, the impeccable service from our knowledgeable team elevates your experience. Discover why East End Bistrot is a must-visit destination for food lovers.

Top review

Judy

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent service, excellent food, lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Bin 54 Steak & Cellar

4.8

4.8 (1869)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

To contact the restaurant directly please email info@bin54chapelhill.com

Using only the highest quality ingredients, Bin 54 elevates classic steakhouse dishes to a new level of refinement. Staged in a warm contemporary setting, diners are offered glimpses of the wood-fired grill, semi-open kitchen and the temperature controlled wine room stocked with an extensive inventory of both eclectic and traditional selections. We also offer three private dining rooms; the Wine Cellar, which seats up to 8 guests, the Aberdeen Room, which seats up to 16 guests, and the Solarium, which seats up to 30 guests. Please contact us for information on large group and private dining.

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GarrettVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic food and drinks - an expensive meal but well worth it for a special occasion

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Popular dish

Hanger Steak

Popular dish

Beef Tenderloin Tartare

Popular dish

Banana Pudding

Vin Rouge

4.8

4.8 (4629)

$31 to $50

French

Durham

About the restaurant

Vin rouge is a French Bistro. We focus on classic preparations served in a true bistro atmosphere. We have beautiful patio and garden areas for those who prefer to dine outside. Please indicate your preference for dining inside or out. We look forward to cooking for you soon!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely food and service! Our waiter was very friendly and helpful! We had the French onion soup, the NY strip, and a burger special that was all delicious!! The lemon tart was incredible, and we had profiteroles for dessert as well! It was all wonderful. Highly recommend.

Fearrington House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1829)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

The intimate dining rooms within The Fearrington House Restaurant welcome guests with exceptional service and a seasonally changing menu. Executive Chef Paul Gagne commitment to exceptional farm-to-fork cuisine is woven throughout the dining experience.

From partnerships with local farms, including Harland's Creek Farm in Pittsboro and Lil Farm in Timberlake, to herbs harvested from gardens on the property, to dishes that celebrate North Carolina’s seasons, The Fearrington House’s mission to provide Relais & Chateaux level cuisine and service to guests has remained constant since opening in 1980.

Our menu is complemented by a beverage program featuring an extensive wine list, a full cocktail bar, and beers celebrating North Carolina breweries.

Any Allergies and Food Preferences are to be provided in advance. If not provided, not all requests can be accommodated.

Jackets are requested but not required. We ask that gentlemen remove hats for dinner service.

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OttoVIP

Dined 2 days ago

As always, amazing food, service, ambiance. Thank you!

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Cary

4.7

4.7 (2537)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Cary

About the restaurant

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first-class service from one of the most outstanding prime steak houses in the world: Ruth's Chris Steak House. Among the most distinctive dining destinations in the area. At Ruth's Chris Steak House your service will always be first class-attentive but never fussy.

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Mike

Dined 3 days ago

Highly recommend this location. Everyone was friendly and very helpful.

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The Melting Pot - Raleigh

4.7

4.7 (1855)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Raleigh

About the restaurant

The triangle's favorite celebration restaurant. "The Melting Pot is pure entertainment" declares the NY Times. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two or a gathering of friends for a bridal or baby shower, Girl's Night Out, or birthday The Melting Pot has the recipe to make all your occasions special. Relax in our inviting,elegant atmosphere and let our attentive servers guide you through our selection of fondues, sauces and fine wines. Winner of an "Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine.

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RACHEL

Dined 7 days ago

We have eaten here so many times and there is always an issue. This time, it was 100% different. The main positive highlight - the young lady who waited on us- Audrey. Only two months working at the restaurant and she treated us like she had been there for a long time. Made our night! Many people in the food service business should take some pointers from her ;).

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Experience

NEW! Ultimate 5-Course Experience

RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Raleigh

4.7

4.7 (481)

$50 and over

American

Raleigh

About the restaurant

The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Raleigh, The Gallery at North Hills. Enjoy a menu of enduring classics and signature dishes, along with a curated selection of Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading, cast-stone center fountain.

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AliciaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

What a beautiful restaurant! The fountain adds a bubbly relaxing vibe, and the staff is incredible, attentive (but not too attentive), polite, and knowledgeable. The manager even came over with a list of local recommendations when they found out we had recently moved to the area which is really above and beyond sentiment to their hospitality. The baguette and cheese appetizer with strawberry preserves and grape grapes was incredible, highly recommend that and the fried artichokes. The ribeye sandwich was delicious too. I am still thinking about the Schaumburg rosé paired with the baguette and cheese, they were that good! A lovely afternoon and highly recommend. The glass roof is so charming and likely beautiful and a rain storm too!

Omakase by Kai

4.6

4.6 (12)

$50 and over

Sushi

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Welcome to Omakase by , a truly unique combination of classic Japanese & Korean dishes by Chef Chung.

From a selection of luxurious dishes to contemporary plates, the Omakase by Kai menu is made by our talented chefs who use the best seasonal ingredients from carefully selected suppliers.

Top review

Dined on 4 June 2025

Went to Omakase for my wife’s birthday the other night. The fish was outstanding, the ambiance was great and the staff were friendly and welcoming. They went out of their way to make our evening special. Will definitely be coming back!

Fleming's Steakhouse - Raleigh

4.5

4.5 (1865)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Your Raleigh Fleming's is located at the Crabtree Valley Mall, just north of the Raleigh Beltline on Glenwood Avenue and only a short distance from RBC Center and North Carolina State University. Fleming's in Raleigh 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 or Outdoor Patio. 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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NCYoung2022

Dined 4 days ago

We Had a great time last night! Service and food were excellent! Will return

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Popular dish

Main Filet Mignon

Experience

Father's Day Steak & Surf 3-Course

Experience

Beer Dinner

Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

4.4

4.4 (1962)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Raleigh

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Raleigh is located in the vibrant midtown community of North Hills. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Raleigh steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

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Lisa

Dined 5 days ago

From the reservation process throughout the entire experience, Ruth's Chris Steak House was efficient and professional. Not only that, but the entire staff is very friendly and efficient. And OF COURSE, the food was amazing!!

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Experience

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