Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

If you’re really looking to impress, reserve a table at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Entrees consist of Chilean sea bass, Alaskan king crab legs, pork rib chops, filet mignon, and prime bone-in ribeye. You can also opt for shareable sides, including truffle-parsley mashed potatoes and the restaurant’s signature onion rings. The menu may be on the pricey side, the you can’t beat the romantic atmosphere, friendly service, and impressive wine selection.

Crave

Another great option is Crave on Market Street. With its more modern, funky vibe, Crave is perfect for the fun-loving couple who want to enjoy a fine-dining experience without all the fuss. The menu consists of unexpected delights like root beer-braised pulled pork, wasabi pea-crusted tuna, and green curry coconut ceviche. You also can’t beat the desserts, which include lavender banana bread, chocolate peanut butter brownies, hard root beer floats, and cookie dough-stuffed French toast. It’s simply a delight for the senses.

Bricco

Boasting a casual, fun dining alternative, Bricco on West Exchange Street is an affordable place to enjoy a date-night meal. While the restaurant serves up a variety of entrees including duck, shrimp and scallops, sirloin steak, and buttermilk chicken, it also offers an impressive variety of pizzas that are perfect for sharing with that special someone. For something truly unique, try the Mexican pizza, which is covered in authentic Mexican flavors and topped with tortilla strips.

D’Agnese’s at White Pond Akron

For the traditional couple, you can’t go wrong with a white tablecloth service at a classic Italian restaurant. Considered by many to be Akron’s finest Italian restaurant, D’Agnese’s offers both traditional and modern Italian cuisine in a casual yet upscale atmosphere that’s perfect for any occasion. In addition to the main restaurant, D’Agnese’s also offers lounge or patio seating, plus a full-service bar with an extensive wine, beer, and martini list. Reservations are recommended.

The Diamond Grille

A landmark white-tablecloth restaurant with a vintage vibe, The Diamond Grille has been operating since 1941, which is almost unheard of in the restaurant business. The downtown restaurant has even been a destination for athletes, celebrities, and gourmands over the years. The decor may be a bit dated now, but that’s part of its charm!

Serving high-quality steaks and seafood, The Diamond Grille is a friendly establishment that doesn’t skimp on taste, presentation, or service. Menu items include filet mignon, chopped sirloin steak, porterhouse, French lamb chops, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, and beef tenderloin, just to name a few. If you’re looking for a classic establishment for that upcoming date night, The Diamond Grille delivers.

With so many romantic restaurants throughout Akron, you’ll never run out of ideas for that perfect date night. Have you visited one of these iconic eateries lately? Which would you recommend?