Best Spots For A Romantic Dinner In Miami
Sure, it’s not Paris, or Manhattan, but Miami has a very clear flair all it’s own. Tanned and toned, beautiful people walk the beaches looking for Mr. or Ms. Right every day. Then, just like anywhere else in the world, when two lovers pair up, they want to remove themselves from the hustle, the game of dating, and settle in with candles, music, and fine food and wine.
But where?
First, consider some of Miami’s quieter neighborhoods. Coral Gables, for instance. Some of the most romantic places are located in the Spanish-style quarter of the city. A walking city, Coral Gables boasts its romance with a mountainous selection of fine dining, hushed streetlights, and a European feeling conducive to a romantic evening.
Launch on Aragon Avenue, where you walk past Ruth’s Chris, and straight to a small place called Caffe Abracci. Abracci is a wonderful Italian restaurant filled with charm, great service and moderate prices. Their wine list is exceptional; low priced compared to its counterparts in Miami. If you are looking for a candle-lit, Sinatra-esque place, this is it. After dinner, a stroll along Miracle Mile completes your evening, and makes it a night to remember.
Other options on Miracle Mile itself are City Cellar, where wine lovers can delight in a vast selection of reds and whites, including some very special bottles perfect for a romantic evening. City Cellar is perfect for couples who spend a lot of time eating out. While the food and atmosphere are a miniature more casual, their outside seating area overlooking the historic focal point of Coral Gables, Miracle Mile, makes the evening perfect for couples who like to enjoy the scenery together. Also on Miracle Mile, check out Tarpon Bend, a unique seafood restaurant with daily specials on oysters, fresh fish, ceviche, and a sinful dessert selection that would put anyone “in the mood” for love.
If your heart is location on South Beach, there are a few places to spark romance. Originate on Lincoln Road, famed for its shopping, people watching and seen-and-be-seen atmosphere. Touch is definitely the place to go, if you can secure a reservation. With its mood-setting crimson decor, belly dancing shows, and a swing in the entrance, Touch offers adventurous lovers a chance to excite their senses. With dishes awash in sensual foods, sauces and spice, Touch will set the stage for a passionate evening.
Want to get a little more creative?
In spite of the bling, the high priced martinis, the botox and the Louis Vuitton, Miami is a beach city. Nothing sparks romance better than a walk on the beach. Now, Miami is also a very busy city, so every couple in the greater Miami area will be walking the same beaches, making romance a little harder to create. If you are visiting, shoot for a beach-view hotel room where you can have the ambience of the beach, safely secluded from the madness of the street-level action.
If you live in Miami, check out services like craigslist.org or Hotwire.com to pick up a substantial deal on a beach getaway. With craigslist, you can sometimes find someone looking to rent their beach condo to a short-term tenant. Places like Hallandale Beach, Aventura, North Miami and even South Beach are filled with condos owned by snow birds who aren’t occupying their units on a full-time basis. With Hotwire, you can find some fabulous last-minute deals on 4- and 5-star boutique hotels on the beach, sometimes even on the day you are wishing to check in.
Once you have a space to stay, you can cater a truly romantic night in. A balcony dinner of wine, cheeses, crackers, some smoked salmon, and fine chocolates for dessert, can make “staying in” the most romantic option of all.
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