Winston-Salem has a diverse culinary scene, including several fine dining establishments known for exquisite ambiance and gastronomic experience. The best romantic restaurants in Winston-Salem emphasize exceptional service, warm hospitality, and high-quality ingredients.
For the best experience, make a reservation and tell the restaurant about the occasion. Nothing will kill a romantic evening faster than waiting hours for a table. If your occasion is during the week, except for Monday, go then and not during the weekend. There will be fewer people, and it will be easier to get a secluded table.
Spring House Restaurant, Kitchen & Bar
450 N Spring Street, Winston-Salem NC 27101
Savor Southern-inspired cuisine at a historic homeplace on Winston-Salem’s “Millionaire’s Row.”
- historic location
- cozy and romantic atmosphere
- Southern-inspired
- West End location
Bernardin’s Restaurant at the Zevely House
901 W 4th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Step inside the oldest structure in Winston-Salem to experience one of the city’s top fine dining destinations.
- historic location
- intimate atmosphere
- candlelit dinner tables
- West End location
Ryan’s Restaurant
719 Coliseum Dr NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Travel off the beaten path and into the forest for Winston-Salem’s quintessential upscale dining experience.
- steakhouse
- warm and cozy atmosphere
- working fireplaces
- wooded, natural setting and views
- off the beaten path
Jeffrey Adams on Fourth
321 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Downtown Winston-Salem’s popular date night restaurant strikes a good balance between laid-back and upscale.
- modern and cozy atmosphere
- fireplace lounge
- broad menu selections
- downtown location
1703 Restaurant
1703 Robinhood Rd. Winston Salem, NC 27104
Art, creativity, and high-quality food converge for an adventurous culinary experience in Winston-Salem.
- creative and eclectic menu items
- unique combination of ingredients
- intimate setting
- off the beaten path
Cibo Trattoria
601 N Liberty St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Head to this bustling downtown restaurant for a taste of Italian elegance and the best pasta in Winston-Salem.
- social and upbeat atmosphere
- Italian food and wine
- downtown location
Fratellis Italian Steakhouse
2000 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
If you’re in the mood for steak, this restaurant is among the best in Winston-Salem for melt-in-your-mouth, cooked-to-perfection beef. Bull-lieve it or not, many locals frequent this top-rated steakhouse for the house salad.
- Italian steakhouse
- rustic and cozy
- near Reynolda Village
Milner’s American Southern Restaurant
630 S Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
This must-try restaurant serves high-quality Southern dishes and the most delicious fried chicken and tomato gravy in Winston-Salem.
- modern take on traditional Southern dishes
- social atmosphere
- Stratford Road location
Mozelle’s Fresh Southern Bistro
878 W Fourth Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
For a quaint and intimate dining experience, check out Winston-Salem’s adorable Southern bistro (arguably the best restaurant in town).
- Southern bistro
- warm, bright, and cozy atmosphere
- intimate setting
- West End location
Mission Pizza Napoletana
707 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
The Pizzakase experience is memorable for an adventurous dinner date in downtown Winston-Salem.
- Napoletana pizzeria
- award-winning
- modern, intimate atmosphere
- downtown location
The Downtown Grille
500 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
A Winston-Salem hidden gem is quickly gaining a reputation for being an upscale restaurant worth the money. Quick, before the secret is out! P.S. get the truffle fries.
- a broad selection of American culinary dishes
- intimate setting
- downtown location
Rooster’s – A Noble Grille
380 Knollwood St, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
You will always go right with Winston-Salem’s old-faithful gastro experience for a reliable dinner date spot.
- Southern food with international influences
- broad menu selections
- social and cozy atmosphere
- near Thruway Center
