By Lauren Gruber By Lauren Gruber | December 20, 2021 | Lifestyle
Here are the most romantic spots in San Francisco.
Italian food is a date night favorite for a reason, and Acquerello’s double-Michelin-starred cuisine is no exception. Savor a four-course meal at home with its prix fixe takeout menu, selection of cheeses and trio of desserts, or bring home one of its DIY pasta kits for a more hands-on activity with your date. Acquerello has also partnered with The Caviar Co. to offer caviar service for an elevated at-home dinner that you won’t forget. 1722 Sacramento St.
Decorated chef and restaurateur Alice Louise Waters is credited for pioneering farm-to-table cuisine at Chez Panisse, the French-American spot known for its fresh, seasonal dishes. With a rotating menu of organic, locally grown specialties available for pickup, Chez Panisse’s down-to-earth approach to dining offers delicious yet unpretentious date night meals. 1517 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
Named after the Spanish word for “flirt,” Coqueta serves an elevated tapas menu. Patatas bravas with garlic aioli, a variety of paellas and jamon Iberico, a Spanish delicacy, are highlights. Sip craft cocktails like the Port of Spain with mezcal and hibiscus rose vanilla air, and the house rendition of an Old-Fashioned with truffle, hazelnut and smoked honey. Pier 5 The Embarcadero
Transport your date to Greece with Kokkari’s traditional Mediterranean fare for takeout. Try the fresh grilled octopus or chicken souvlaki. End on a sweet note with flaky walnut and honey baklava, served with vanilla praline ice cream. 200 Jackson St.
Celebrity chef Michael Mina’s Michelin-starred restaurant is an experience you’ll want to share with your loved one. Takeout dishes from Mina Family Kitchen make for a perfect date night meal. Favorites include the shakshuka—an ode to Mina’s Middle Eastern heritage—miso-marinated sea bass with trumpet mushrooms and a variety of bottled cocktails to re-create the experience at home. 252 California St.
Michelin-starred Spruce’s team of professionals curate a menu of upgraded American fare from fresh, local ingredients and over 3,500 wines. Try the three-course dinner menu, including white truffle-coated pasta in cream sauce, wagyu steak with bordelaise and mascarpone cheesecake with persimmon. 3640 Sacramento St.
San Francisco Bay views and floor-to-ceiling aquariums make Waterbar ideal for a date. Beverage director and sommelier Valentina Moya designed the 47- page drink menu, so you’ll find the perfect pairing for your meal. Dig into a freshly caught seafood dish like octopus carpaccio, and indulge in green apple mousse with brown butter mochi and white miso caramel. 399 The Embarcadero
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