Romantic Valentines Day Restaurants in Tampa

By Anne J. Michaels

Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to create a memorable evening. Valentine's flowers and a romantic dinner in a unique setting will set the mood. You might take in a show, or do a little dancing, maybe take a walk on a moonlit beach. Then follow your heart. It will be an evening they remember for years. Here is a great selection of Tampa's best romantic restaurants.

Comfortable elegance is a phrase that fits the Capital Grille perfectly. Add intimacy to the equation and you have the perfect location for a romantic and memorable Valentine's Day dinner. The dark wood, the rich leather and the intimate lighting combine to create an ambiance made for romance. They also offer an impressive menu that includes dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood. To top it off, their service is amazing. Did I mention their extensive wine list? The Capital Grille is located in the International Mall, off Westshore, in Tampa.

Armanis is an excellent choice for those who enjoy Northern Italian Cuisine with a view. Armanis is located on the 14th floor of Tampa Bay's Grand Hyatt Hotel, near Tampa International Airport. The location offers a panoramic view of Tampa Bay, an outstanding Northern Italian menu, a wonderful antipasto bar, and an outdoor patio to soak in the view. Did I mention decadent desserts? Armanis has created a perfect recipe for a romantic, and memorable, Valentine's Day dinner.

Yet another top romantic restaurant in Tampa is SideBerns. The menu is a cosmopolitan twist on Mediterranean cuisine. Fresh seasonal ingredients combine with French, Italian, Spanish and North African influences to create a fresh and original menu. Add an extensive wine list and oh-so-rich desserts and you have a perfect Valentine's Day dinner. Like it's legendary big brother Bern's Steak House, SideBerns is located in south Tampa. It's on Morrison, just off Howard Avenue, near Bern's.

If your perfect Valentine's Day dinner includes a spectacular view, you should consider CK's The View. Would you believe a rotating rooftop restaurant? Located at the top of the Tampa Airport Mariott, It offers an unparalleled view of Tampa Bay and Tampa International Airport. CK's also offers a superb menu including fresh seafood, certified Angus steaks and sushi. Live contemporary jazz, an excellent cocktail bar and wonderful service offer even more reasons to have your romantic dinner at CK's.

Located off the Courtney Campbell Causeway in the Rocky Point District, the Rusty Pelican offers several unique features. Set on its own pier it offers superb views of Old Tampa Bay. It offers not one but four warm fireplaces. Tampa can be fairly chilly on Valentine's Day. Add an excellent menu that includes steak and seafood, wonderful cocktails, and award-winning wine list and you have another excellent choice for a romantic Valentine's dinner.

Tampa offers wide variety of options after a romantic dinner. You could take in a show, or do a little dancing. You might cap the night off with cocktails in a luxurious lounge. Or perhaps you'd like a romantic moonlight walk on the beach. Whatever your tastes, Tampa offers everything you need to make the special night truly memorable. Don't forget to make reservations early and don't forget the Valentine's flowers. - 33385

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