Phantom Gourmet: Great 8 Date Night Restaurants
Nothing gets Phantom in the mood, like some tasty food. These are 8 Great restaurants for date night.
Barcelona
Brookline, South End
Barcelona in Brookline and the South End has a gorgeous space with dining options for any type of date, whether you belly up to the gigantic bar or opt for their more intimate dining room. The menu consists of eighty ever-changing tapas selections. There's Grilled Hanger Steak with Black Truffle Vinaigrette, a mini grilled cheese with Serrano ham, and a mouthwatering crock of Chorizo and Sweet and Sour Figs. But the perfect dish for date night has to be the Seafood Paella for Two, loaded with Shrimp, Mussels and Clams.
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Giulia
Cambridge
An Italian eatery that will definitely impress is Giulia. Located on Mass Ave in Cambridge, Giulia offers some of the finest Italian in the city, served in a romantic spot with dim lighting. The chef makes all of the pasta in house, like mouthwatering buccatini with house cured pancetta; and the fragrant hand-cut pappardelle with wild boar, black trumpet mushrooms, juniper berries and aged parmigiano.
The Elephant Walk
South End
The Elephant Walk in Boston's South End will definitely wow your date with a menu that combines Cambodian cuisine with French fare, for a truly memorable meal. On the French side of the menu, Phantom recommends the pan roasted Filet Mignon cooked with red wine vinegar and white wine, and wrapped in bacon. And for Cambodian, nothing beats the Black Tiger Shrimp and fresh vegetables, in a fragrant coconut sauce.
Bastille Kitchen
Fort Point
Bastille Kitchen is a big brasserie, located in the Fort Point section of Boston, with a menu devoted to Parisian fare with a modern touch. There are plenty of braises and stews, butter and cream, but with a bit lighter touch. If you want some sweets for your sweetie, the dessert menu has you covered with elegant offerings like the Citrus Napoleon, stacking layers of puff pastry and lemon cream with toasted meringue on top.
Cork Wine & Tapas
New Bedford
Cork Wine & Tapas in New Bedford is a romantic spot in a beautifully refurbished, three story building that dates back to the 1830's, with exposed stone walls and wooden beams. The menu is lined with sharable plates like grilled flatbread pizzas, truffled French fries, and piping hot Philly rolls stuffed with steak and served with onions rings and Sriracha aioli.
Masa
South End
Masa in the South End isn't your father's Tex-Mex place. With dim lighting, a sultry southwest interior and 50 cent tapas served Sunday through Thursday from 5-7pm, for a date that's tasty and affordable. There's south of the border snacks like the Grilled Chorizo, Empanadas, and Tostones for a fraction of what it would cost anywhere else. But if you're looking for something more substantial, Masa's menu is lined with tasty entrees like the Chile Rubbed Filet Mignon served with onion rings and garlic whipped potatoes.
Tosca
Hingham
Tosca in Hingham is a big, romantic restaurant with low lighting, exposed brick walls, mahogany beams, and lofty ceilings. While it certainly looks fancy, the menu is great for any kind of date, whether you want something casual like pizza, fired up in a wood burning oven, or something more upscale from their steak and chops menu.
Bocado
Providence, Worcester, Wellesley
With locations in Providence, Worcester and Wellesley, Bocado is perfect for date night. There's an eye-catching bar backed with rows of Spanish wine, chalkboard murals, silverware-inspired chandeliers, and plenty of cozy spaces. For a truly unique dinner, order the Bocado Experience. For an affordable price, you and your date can feast on a selection of meats and cheeses, tapas, an entree or Paella and dessert.
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