25 of the most romantic restaurants in the Detroit area, according to Yelp

By Metro Times editorial staff on Thu, Feb 11, 2021 at 5:55 pm

It might be cold AF outside, but things are heating up in time for Valentine's Day, thanks to metro Detroit's dining scene. This is an all-time list of the most romantic restaurants in the Detroit metropolitan area, according to Yelp. We identified businesses in the restaurants category with a large concentration of reviews mentioning "romantic," "date," and derivatives of "Valentine's day," then ranked those spots using a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning those keywords. The list looks at businesses in the counties of Wayne, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Macomb. All businesses were marked open on Yelp as of Feb. 11, 2021. When available, all businesses on this list have a passing health score or a score greater than a C/70 as of Feb. 11, 2021.

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5. Grey Ghost

47 Watson St., Detroit; 313-262-6534; greyghostdetroit.com
“My boyfriend and I came here for our 2 year anniversary because we wanted to try a new 'fancy' place downtown - what a great decision! Upon booking the reservation online, I added in the comments that it would be our anniversary dinner. When we arrived, they seated us and placed a "happy anniversary" card on the table with signatures from the staff! It warmed my heart so much I actually teared up. We also were treated with amazing service and complimentary goodies to celebrate our special night. It was incredible. The NY strip was amazing (adding the crab on top isn't worth it btw) and my boyfriend enjoyed the seared scallops a lot. We were very full after our meal. The fries are delicious as well as the large list of cocktails they offer! The Brussels sprouts were also good! We will definitely be coming back for drinks and romantic dim lit vibes. We accidentally left our anniversary card which broke my heart but we can't wait to come back.*also are very clean and up to standard with COVID-19 distancing!” — Franchezca P. on Yelp

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4. Due Venti

220 S. Main St., Clawson; 248-288-0220; dueventidining.com
“I was surprised to find so many reviews about due venti as every time I talk about it nobody seems to know what on earth I am talking about. Due Venti is a true hidden gem of Clawson and I absolutely love it!

Due Venti is a small, cozy and romantic gourmet restaurant, menu is seasonal and Italian influenced (not really Italian but definitely European influenced), most of the ingredients they use are local. Every experience at Due venti has been an explosion of flavors.

Servers are very knowledgeable on the menu and they explain everything in a very detailed way (from ingredients, where they come from, preparation and taste), a decent selection of wines (some Michigan made). Service overall is great, it could get a bit slow but given the quality of the food and the fact that everything is made from scratch I think it is understandable.

The food is amazing; ambience is cozy, romantic and classy. Definitely one of my favorite spots for a romantic foodie night out with hubby!” — Silvia R. on Yelp

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3. Standby

225 Gratiot Ave., Detroit;313-241-5719; standbydetroit.com
“Cozy little spot in the "Belt" alley — cocktails were GREAT, though a bit expensive. My boyfriend ordered a mojito and I ordered "10 Points for Gryffindor," which was deliciously fruity and refreshing. Both drinks were perfectly mixed. Would definitely come back again to sip on a cocktail during a special night!” — Patricia Y. on Yelp

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2. Cafe Cortina

30715 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills; 248-474-3033; cafecortina.com
“I hosted my fiancé's 50th birthday here in their outdoor dining space last weekend. Despite it being a very cold night , cafe cortina did a wonderful job! They worked constantly, keeping the patio heaters up and running and even adding one under the table for our feet. I purchased blankets for the guests which they so elegantly distributed. Larissa, the hostess was the utmost professional and lovely, keeping it a surprise. The food was simply amazing.

I created the centerpieces myself and they added the little candles. They also presented the cake with sparkles. The atmosphere is quaint and romantic. Thank you, Cafe Cortina.... we will be back soon!” — Holly W. on Yelp

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1. Chartreuse

15 E. Kirby St. Ste. D., Detroit; 313-818-3915; chartreusekc.com
“Nothing I write here will be able to capture how wonderful Chartreuse is. For each birthday, graduation, and celebration I've shared with this restaurant, every experience has been better than the last. The menu is fresh and creative, and the staff are knowledgeable and warm; the space is bright and fun, but feels cozy when the sun starts to go down and tables are filled The bill can rack up for sure, but unlike other places, you're paying for the quality of the ingredients and not an 'exclusive and swanky dinner.' Last summer, I brought my friend who has never visited Michigan to Chartreuse as a welcome dinner. To quote him: "This restaurant provides more than a meal. It's just special.” — Elliot S. on Yelp

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