From resplendent waterfront views to intimate countryside charm, candlelight glow, fireplace fervor, and playful cuisine, San Diego restaurants have perfected romance down to the last aphrodisiac accent.

Discover the top ten romantic restaurants in San Diego.

Bertrand at Mister A's
Boasting one of the best views in San Diego, Mister A’s delivers a romantic setting with a 12th floor skyline of Hillcrest, Balboa Park and all of downtown. Executive Chef Stéphane Voitzwinkler's menu highlights include seared foie gras with shallots and decadent rum raisin ice cream to be shared by two.

Thee Bungalow
Tucked inside an old country house with small, quaint rooms, big cozy booths and a roaring fireplace, Thee Bungalow is one of San Diego’s most romantic dining spots. The menu serves up elegant French cuisine, such as tender lamb with a Cabernet-plum demi-glace, and offers one of the city’s most extensive wine lists - with over 800 varieties and counting. Thee Bungalow is offering a special three-course champagne dinner for Valentine’s Day.

Red Marlin
This waterfront restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay proves love isn’t in the air, but rather, love is in the water this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy Chef de Cuisine Danny Banister’s special four-course meal (served Friday and Saturday) alongside scenic views and a warm romantic setting. Red Marlin features booth indoor and outdoor dining, as well as an elegant communal chef’s table with built-in fire pit and extensive wine wall. (pictured main)

Candelas
The name says it all. With a dining area awash in soft candlelight, the intimate, glowing environment sets a romantic mood for any occasion. Chef Eduardo Baeza uses fresh local ingredients to prepare authentic central Mexican dishes, surely to warm the likes of any palate. And on most nights, the bar offers some of the best dance music in San Diego. (pictured left)

Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion
The newest 17,500 square-foot location on the San Diego Harbor offers multiple options for a romantic dining experience. We recommend enjoying a quiet outdoor dinner for two as the sun sets beyond the boat-filled Bay. Or, opt for an upscale ambiance in the elegant private dining room with a side of unobstructed harbor views. Chef Roy Yamaguchi’s ‘aloha’ style of service and innovative Hawaiian fusion seafood dishes are sure to please your special someone.

Quarter Kitchen
The Ivy Hotel’s signature restaurant – Nathan Coulon’s Quarter Kitchen – offers a special ‘His and Hers’ dinner menu this Valentine’s Day. For the most stylish dining destination, head to the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter and enjoy such lovers’ treats as the Potato Crusted Yellowtail and the Liquid Chocolate Cake. Enhance the Valentine’s night passion with one of the Ivy’s sultry suites.

Coronado Boathouse
The Coronado Boathouse was built in 1887 (by the same constructionists as the neighboring Hotel Del Coronado) and its architecture beams with elegance and style. The historic, two-story restaurant offers a wide selection of prime steak and seafood, and its window and porch seating provides unprecedented views of the Marina.

The Sky Room
The Sky Room is nestled on top of the La Valencia Hotel, with an unobstructed 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean. With only 11 tables, it is also considered to be one of the most romantic, and exclusive, restaurants in town. New Zealand Chef Vaughan Mabee offers menu highlights such as macadamia-crusted foie gras with strawberry-Champagne preserves.

Café Sevilla
A rich menu of authentic cuisine and a spicy, lively ambiance welcomes guests to one of the most beloved eateries in San Diego. Flamenco and Rumba guitarists play nightly in the tapas bar, and Sevilla’s underground nightclub offers flamenco shows, salsa lessons, and an open dance floor to keep you and your Amor swaying into the night. Spice up your Valentine’s Day dinner, and stay for intimate dancing into the late night. (pictured below)

Mille Fleurs
Resembling a French countryside retreat, Mille Fleurs in Rancho Santa Fe offers a warm and romantic setting amidst glowing fireplaces and elegant cuisine. Chef Martin Wosele’s award-winning menu, which changes daily, marries traditional European dishes with local California ingredients. Patio dining with contemporary music and a piano bar provide for the ultimate dining experience.

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