We took 11 of the best-reviewed, date night restaurants from Yelp and paired them with a nearby bar to help you make it a better night. Stop for dinner, then head for a nightcap. Or enjoy an aperitif before a special meal.
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Sotto | 118 E 6th St
A busy basement eatery, Sotto offers the best rustic Italian downtown.
Corkopolis | 640 Main St
Keep the wine flowing at this intimate bar known for its global wine selection.
The View at Shires Garden | 309 Vine St 10th Floor
The views from this 10th-floor restaurant are amazing, as is the food.
The Stretch | 191 E Freedom Way
A quick walk across Ft. Washington Way to this hip bar featuring beer, wine and craft cocktails.
Bauer Farm Kitchen | 435 Elm St
Enjoy authentic German cuisine, but hurry. This farm-to-table restaurant is set to move to a new location soon.
The Härth Lounge | 125 W 4th St
Modern, sophisticated tavern featuring craft cocktails and live jazz music.
Boca | 114 E 6th St
Sotto’s big brother. High-end eatery with a variety of fine menu items.
Fausto | 44 E 6th St
While Fausto is also a restaurant in its own right, stop by for a drink and a quick walk through the CAC before dinner.
Via Vite | 520 Vine St
Sleek Italian restaurant offers modern entrees and a view of Fountain Square.
The Righteous Room | 641 Walnut St
Excellent selection of beer, wine & cocktails coupled with VIP tables and DJ’d music.
Nada | 600 Walnut St
Trendy, upscale Mexican food. Make sure you order at least one round of Margaritas!
Igby’s | 122 E 6th St
Multi-floor cocktail lounge with some killer drinks.
Crown Republic Gastropub | 720 Sycamore St
Rustic, new-American fare in a modern, open kitchen.
Arnold’s Bar & Grill | 210 E 8th St
The city’s oldest bar, still a great place to grab a drink.
Orchid’s at Palm Court | 35 W 5th St
The city’s only AAA 5-Diamond rated restaurant. Fine dining the way it’s done.
Aster | 8 East 4th St
The only way to properly cap-off a 5-Diamond dinner is with a 5-star drink. Aster’s craft cocktails meet the need.
Restaurant L | 301 E 4th St
Chef Jean Robert’s flagship French restaurant is an outstanding date-night choice.
Top of the Park | 506 E 4th St
Amazing rooftop bar with views of the city and KY. The Phelps (the inside bar) is a wonderful choice if the weather is poor.
Mitas | 501 Race St
Delicious tapas, paella and Latin entrees. Don’t leave without having at least one El Luchadore.
Tokyo Kitty | 575 Race St
Delightfully themed Japanese karaoke bar. Great spot for double dates!
Metropole | 609 Walnut St
Fireplace-cooked cuisine in the hip, artistic 21c Hotel. Arrive early + walk through the public galleries before dinner.
Nicholson’s | 625 Walnut St
Scottish-American gastropub, complete with servers in Kilts. Authentic British beers on draft.
