Best Spots for a Romantic Dinner in Hollywood

What is the perfect romantic dinner? Does it include candle light? Will it not need to be a delectable collection of tasty morsels and well-matched wines? Fine table linens and an almost old-world ambience should also be included, correct? Of course, perhaps the most important ingredient in the perfect romantic dinner is the fact that someone else did the shopping, cooking, and will be in charge of the clean up! To this end, many couples opt for a night out when searching for a romantic dinner. Restaurants in every city cater to such clientele, and Hollywood is no exception. Here is a list of the best spots for a romantic dinner in Hollywood:

Sunset Boulevard is home to Il Sole which is famous around the movie set for its Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant's claim to romantic fame is its attention to extreme details, such as the ambience provided by its private wine room, or the fact that its Italian peach sorbet is served in a hollowed out half of a frozen peach. The entire establishment breathes class and romance, and this winning connection has made Il Sole a favorite on Sunset and beyond.

If you and your date's taste are more in line with exquisite French cuisine, then L'Orangerie with its five star rating and amazing atmosphere will fit the bill. On a warm California evening you will be seated in the garden room which offers intimate dining ambience while permitting you to see the night's sky. Nestled conspicuously on North La Cienega Boulevard, this gem may require you to dig deeper into your pocket, but the experience is worth every penny! Another French restaurant that has captured the eye of Esquire Magazine is Ortolan on West Third Street, which features prominent chef Christophe Émé who has devised such amazing dishes as "Macaron of Foie Gras Confit" and "Caramelized Roast Duck Suprème." Earning four stars, this restaurant caters to a clientele that expects perfect food and wine combinations, impeccable service, and a contemporary ambience. Having little patience for pretentiousness, this romantic dining spot offers the real deal. Once again, the price tag may be a bit staggering, but for an anniversary, engagement, or wedding dinner, you will want to choose this location.

For those whose taste buds crave neither Italian nor French cuisine, yet know that contemporary American cuisine can be just as classy, Grace Restaurant is a shining beacon in the night. Classy, romantic, and emphasizing a perfect balance within the dishes, the restaurant tempts its patrons with such skillfully dishes as hemp seed and pink peppercorn encrusted tofu with pea flan, asparagus and fingerling potatoes. Relying heavily on the expertise of wine director Eduardo Carreiro, Grace Restaurant is able to provide a once in a lifetime experience for couples in search of that romantic setting and meal.

Of course, romance does not have to take place in an atmosphere that many perceive to be stuffy. For those who are more in the mood for a bit of action, the Tower Bar located in the legendary Sunset Tower Hotel on Sunset Boulevard will make the grade. Rich walnut paneling, a piano player, cozy seating arrangements that are reminiscent of Hollywood's heyday when such ambience defined the lifestyles of actresses and actors, and the unspoken truth that this chic restaurant is actually incorporated into Bugsy Siegel's old digs.

Hollywood is a town without equal for those looking to have romantic night out. There are so many restaurants that feature cuisines from across the globe, and no matter what culinary heights your taste buds are clamoring to ascend, you will be able to receive satisfaction. You and your date will be treated like Hollywood royalty for an unforgettable evening, and it will only be a matter of time until you will repeat this experience.