Sure, the Valley has countless date spots, but when it comes to Valentine’s Day, you can’t settle for just any candlelit meal. If you’re looking to go above and beyond and take in a truly memorable dining experience in the Phoenix area, you’re in luck: we’ve assembled a list of five of our favorite romantic date spots to help you have the best date night ever.

Different Pointe of View

This prestigious, critically lauded overlook has been a keystone of the Valley fine dining scene for decades, known for their high quality cuisine and spectacular views from their spot atop North Mountain. Dine al fresco for extraordinarily fancy picnic vibes or enjoy their swanky dining room, complete with floor to ceiling windows. 11111 N 7th St. Phoenix, AZ; tapatiocliffshilton.com // @dpovrestaurant

Elements

Crafting “farm-fresh American Cuisine with Asian accents,” Elements’ elevated take on classic dishes and intimate, upscale decor are just the thing for a romantic night out on the town. Their constantly changing seasonal menu emphasizes local and sustainable ingredients wherever possible, making every visit a fresh and exciting experience for food loving couples. 5700 E McDonald Dr. Paradise Valley, AZ; gurneysresorts.com // @sanctuaryaz_

Cafe Monarch

Cafe Monarch — named one of the 100 best restaurants in America by Opentable and one of the top three fine dining restaurants in the country by Trip Advisor — has amassed a boatload of acclaim and plenty of foodie fans over the last 10 years or so. This family-owned spot’s seasonal, prix fixe menu and deeply knowledgable staff make for an upscale, memorable culinary adventure. 6939 E 1st Ave. Scottsdale, AZ; cafemonarch.com // @cafe_monarch

Lon’s Restaurant

This Paradise Valley gem has a gorgeous outdoor dining area with great views of the lush gardens on the grounds of the Hermosa Inn, the perfect setting for a twilight meal with your sweetheart. If you’re looking for a more cozy indoor experience, call a ways in advance and secure a table next to one of their lounge fireplaces. 5532 N Palo Cristi Rd. Paradise Valley, AZ; hermosainn.com // @hermosainn

Kai

The crown jewel of the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass’ many restaurants, Kai is the only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star restaurant in the state. The menu is inspired by the food traditions of the Pima and Maricopa tribes, featuring ingredients curated from the Native Seed/SEARCH Foundation, which helps propagate ancient Native American heirloom seeds. 5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd. Phoenix, AZ; wildhorsepass.com // @kairestaurantaz

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