1. The Violet Hour
9.1
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 256 tips and reviews
Pocket Sun: Nice and intimate atmosphere, great for a cocktail date! The cocktails with egg white are interesting, but I prefer the sweeter ones. The entrance is very hidden so you gotta be looking for it.
Melissa Au: Neat little spot with unique cocktails and a romantic ambiance.
Cristian Löfvall: Low lighting, excellent cocktails and great music makes for an awesome date spot. On weekends, come early or be ready to wait to be seated!
4. Tango Sur
8.7
3763 N Southport Ave (at Grace St.), Chicago, IL
Argentinian Restaurant · Lakeview · 129 tips and reviews
Ryan Verner: Delicious food, super long wait. It has a cool atmosphere, fairly loud music, really dark, pretty loud. Just make sure you know going in that it's not a quiet romantic place.
Marquieta Mitchell: Provaleta is a really good starter also great atmosphere, music. Great for date night!
Redeye Chicago: A favorite for dates, this candlelit BYOB Argentine steakhouse serves massive platters of grilled meat that make a tasty match for your own bottle of red wine. Read more.
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Kiki: I've been a "local" at Candlelite for 5 years. The food is amazing, the bartenders are the best! Warm & friendly staff, great atmosphere. Love this place! :)
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6. Scofflaw
9.3
3201 W Armitage Ave (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 149 tips and reviews
Maggie H: Great ambiance. Loved Grandma's furniture and the candle light vibe.
Kate Fifield: KICK ASS BAR. Candlelight makes for a very sexy atmosphere. Excellent, elevated food to match craft cocktails makes for a killer combination.
Lisa Jars: Cute, vintage, Victorian, cozy atmosphere. Perfect date place
7. Ada Street
9.1
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews
IS: We arrived at this secret romantic place and the restaurant it was beautiful best food I've had in Chicago, the bartender Sarah it was so sweet. This place is amazing in service and food quality!
Kaylene Kroemer: Loved the atmosphere and the food was amazing! Felt like we found a romantic hidden gem.
Bobby Kennedy: Incredible cocktails, arranged on the menu from lighter to more robust. All the food was superb, with the squid as a standout.
11. 3 Arts Club Cafe
9.0
1300 N Dearborn St (at W Goethe St), Chicago, IL
Café · Gold Coast · 83 tips and reviews
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Bianca: A must see in the city. Get ready to wait 60 to 90 minutes during weekends. It’s a beautiful & romantic spot but the food is just ok, nothing special.
Haile Ritchie: The salmon was some of the best salmon I’ve ever had!! Highly recommend the truffle fries also.
15. Maple & Ash
8.9
8 W Maple St (at State St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 60 tips and reviews
Eric C: Beautiful interior, romantic and hip decor. Food was very very good. If you're up for a splurge get the "I don't give a f..." Chef's 5 course meal.
Bianca: I absolutely loved it. Any steak is great, but start with oysters, shrimps mango salad, and than the lobster. They have a good Sancerre.
Alex Flis: Filet mignon was to die for. Save room for dessert and get the sundae tower😍 literally the best