Five Restaurants for a Romantic Valentine's Day Dinner in Atlanta, Georgia

Mara Oakes
If you live in Atlanta, you are lucky to have many great restaurants on your doorstep. Atlanta is home to some of the most well known chefs in the country. However, sometimes the huge number of choices can make it hard to decide on where to eat! Here are five suggestions for Valentine's Day dinner in Atlanta, Georgia. Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday in 2010, so it is a great opportunity for a leisurely romantic dinner, perhaps as part of a weekend getaway.

Make sure to book your reservations early, as the options below will be popular choices for Valentine's Day. Read on for a variety of choices, including American, French and Italian cuisine.

Aria is located at 490 E. Paces Ferry Rd. in Atlanta, GA. The cuisine is a blend of American and Italian and is complemented by a great wine list. Don't miss the dynamite desserts, a perfectly sweet way to top off Valentine's Day dinner.

Cafe Absinthe is located at 1954 W. North Ave. In Chicago, IL. The menu is vibrant American fare with lots of international influences. The average cost for a romantic dinner for couples is around $60. Search for the Cafe Absinthe website. Checking out the dinner selection in advance is one way to avoid an extended delay as you mull over the menu!

Babette's Cafe is suitably French with a romantic vibe. You can find it at 573 North Highland Ave NE in Atlanta, GA.

One Midtown Kitchen is located at 566 Dutch Valley Rd NE in Atlanta, Georgia. The cuisine is contemporary American with a focus on local ingredients.

What could be more romantic than fondue? This 70's trend has enjoyed a resurgence which you can celebrate at Dante's Down the Hatch. This fondue restaurant is located at 3380 Peachtree Rd in Atlanta Georgia. It is also a jazz club - definitely a setting for a fun night out.

If you like unusual settings, check out Canoe which overlooks the Chattahoochee River. It is located at 4199 Paces Ferry Road in Atlanta, Georgia. Enjoy upscale American cuisine with a variety of international influences.


The Atlanta, Georgia restaurants listed above have informative websites - search for them online to find detailed menus, prices and further information. Finally, exercise responsibility when it comes to dining out. Arrange transportation or a designated driver if you plan to drink.

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