Golden’s Most Romantic Restaurants: Our Guide to the Best Date Nights

A romantic restaurant can turn an ordinary night into the best date night. The lighting, the views, the wine, and of course, the food… it all comes together to make the night feel extra special.

Golden has plenty of amazing date night restaurants, whether you want something elegant, cozy, rustic, or the perfect spot for Valentine’s Day.

Abejas 

Address: 807 13th St, Golden, CO
Abejas serves creative dishes using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. The dining room feels cozy yet elegant, and guests rave about imaginative entrees like the duck confit and pumpkin gnocchi.

Bella Colibri

Address: 812 12th St, Golden, CO
Bella Colibri is an upscale rustic Italian restaurant with chandeliers that cast a warm glow over the dining room and create a setting that feels instantly romantic. The patio has beautiful mountain views, and the restaurant is housed in one of the state’s most historic buildings, giving it a timeless feel.

Footprints Restaurant at Fossil Trace

Address: 3050 Illinois St, Golden, CO
Footprints sits on the Fossil Trace Golf Course and has some of the best sunset views in Golden. The menu includes favorites like green chile bison queso and chicken pesto mac and cheese, giving you a comforting meal to go with the view.

Babe’s Tea Room

Address: 445 Washington Ave, Golden, CO
Babe’s Tea Room is the perfect choice for a daytime date, with a floral facade made for photos, a sunny riverside patio, and a cozy tea lounge.

Bridgewater Grill

Address: 800 11th St, Golden, CO
The award-winning Bridgewater Grill sits right along Clear Creek. On the patio, you may spot hummingbirds at the feeders just off the deck, along with kayakers drifting by, and hang gliders launching from Lookout Mountain.

Cast Iron Tavern

Address: 111 N Rubey Dr, Golden, CO
Cast Iron Tavern has a rustic charm with wood textures and soft lighting that create an intimate setting. Their creative comfort food and great cocktail menu is perfect for a relaxed date night.

Indulge Bistro & Wine Bar

Address: 1299 Washington Ave, Golden, CO
Indulge has this great mix of modern wine bar style and inviting living room comfort. It’s known for its wine flights and small plates, and the sidewalk seating in historic Downtown has a movie-like feel, especially on evenings when the street lights come on.

Vice Kitchen Wine Whiskey

Address: 18455 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO
Vice feels a little country, a little modern, and very date night friendly. With elk tenderloin and bison ribeye on the menu, it is a fun place to share a meal and try something different.

Tips for a Great Date Night in Golden

• Make reservations early, especially on weekends or around Valentine’s Day. 

• Plan for patio season in spring and summer and look for fireplaces in fall and winter.

• Check menus ahead of time.

• Give yourself time for a stroll before or after dinner. It adds a little extra romance without any effort.