Best Romantic Restaurants in South Burlington

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1. Jimmy's 21

4.8

Exceptional(352)

$$$$

• Italian • Lake Placid

Booked 18 times today

Jimmy's 21 Restaurant offers intimate Lakeside fine dining by beautiful Mirror Lake in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. Four dining rooms overlook the lake and two decks outside. Enjoy delicious Italian-American cuisine at this Lake Placid Restaurant. The owner and family members are European trained chefs. Some of your favorite dishes are served here: Delicious Appetizers, Pasta Dishes - "Only homemade Pasta in town", Veal and Chicken, Steaks, Lamb and Fresh Seafood dishes. A great place for wedding receptions, parties, business gatherings, graduations, anniversaries and more. They have a private party room available for your group. They are located across from the High Peaks Resort and the Palace Theater.

2. Starry Night Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(1307)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Ferrisburgh

Booked 17 times today

Starry Night Cafe invites you to a culinary adventure in the heart of Vermont. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients transformed into delectable dishes inspired by global flavors. Savor the delicate notes of pan-seared scallops paired with vibrant mango salsa, or indulge in the rich, earthy flavors of slow-braised lamb shank that melts in your mouth. Each bite reflects our commitment to quality and creativity. As the sun sets, the atmosphere becomes a tranquil haven. The soft murmur of conversation and the gentle crackle of the fireplace create intimacy and warmth. Whether you're enjoying a romantic evening, gathering with friends, or seeking a moment of culinary indulgence, Starry Night Cafe promises an unforgettable experience. Join us under the Vermont sky, where every dish is a masterpiece and every moment is a cherished memory.

3. Plate

4.7

Exceptional(146)

$$$$

• American • Stowe

Booked 15 times today

We are open for dinner Wednesday through Sundays at 5:30 pm. We do not take parties larger than 6 and require a credit card to hold reservations for parties of 6. Please call by 1:00 pm the day of your reservation to avoid our cancellation fee. *** Please note we do not have high chairs.For private events please contact Aaron at amartin0014@gmail.com. Thank you!

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4. Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge

4.4

Awesome(748)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Lake Placid

Booked 10 times today

Sophisticated Adirondack-inspired cuisine is elevated by magnificent mountain views at Kanu. Hand-hewn log beams and granite stone fireplaces add rustic warmth to an unforgettable dining experience.

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5. The View Restaurant at the Mirror Lake Inn

4.7

Exceptional(613)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Lake Placid

Booked 15 times today

The View is the only AAA four-diamond fine dining restaurant in Lake Placid, and Rated #1 in NYS and Mid Atlantic States by Conde Nast Readers Choice Award, 2017. Overlooking Mirror Lake and the Adirondack High Peaks, this restaurant is renown for its commitment to food and wine, utilizing locally sourced ingredients. Chef Curtiss Hemm and his team have created a culinary oasis in the Adirondack High Peaks and Lake Placid, NY region through their new contemporary American restaurant paradigm.

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6. Campfire Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(446)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Saranac Lake

Booked 5 times today

Inspired by the fabled Adirondack Great Camps of old, the Campfire Restaurant will blend high quality, locally-sourced comfort fare, craft beers, and signature cocktails with a warm, sophisticated atmosphere to convey a deep appreciation for our Adirondack heritage.

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7. Jessica's at Swift House

4.9

Exceptional(1017)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Middlebury

Booked 8 times today

Jessica's at Swift House Inn is located in Middlebury, Vermont, just two blocks from downtown Middlebury. Set in an 1814 stately home, surrounded by beautiful lawns and gardens, Jessica's elegant atmosphere is the perfect place for a dinner for two, or a celebratory dinner for four to forty. Come experience Chef Rob Fenn's seasonal, Vermont-inspired menu.Jessica's is the recipient of the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for our wine list, one of only a handful of restaurants in Vermont and fewer than 1400 restaurants world-wide so honored.Outdoor seating is weather dependent. Please note when making a reservation that parties of 2 are allotted 90 minutes to dine; parties of 4, 2 hours and parties of 6 or more, 2.5 hours. Also, please note that we plan on seating your party in the dining room at the time of your reservation. If you'd like to relax with a pre-dinner beverage in the bar or parlor, we invite you to arrive well before your reservation time.

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8. Red Mill Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(275)

$$$$

• American • Vergennes

Booked 10 times today

The distinctive décor featuring rough-hewn beams, antique farm equipment, and walls covered in Basin Harbor nostalgia makes The Red Mill Restaurant a resort favorite. The renovated sawmill features the best fresh and local food ingredients, along with signature Vermont brews, including our own Red Chair Ale. It is a casual dining experience you will appreciate.And where else in VT can you fly in for a burger? Our grass airstrip is a great destination for small planes. The Red Mill also has an enormous outdoor play structure, guaranteed to provide hours of fun for the younger crowd…Just another reason we are family approved! Tax and service is additional. Open seasonally, late May to mid October.

9. Espace Old Mill

4.9

Exceptional(141)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Dunham

Booked 15 times today

Espace Old Mill is a farm-to-table restaurant located in Stanbridge East, in the heart of Quebec’s Eastern Townships, along the Wine Route. Bringing together a market garden, a restaurant, and an inn in one place, we offer a refined culinary experience rooted in the seasons, the harvest, and the surrounding landscape. Before dinner, guests are invited to discover the gardens and learn about our farming approach. In the kitchen, our 5-course tasting menu evolves with what the farm has to offer, complemented by products from our partners in Brome-Missisquoi and a selection of local wines. Extend the experience with a stay at La Cecil House, our inn located above the restaurant. For groups of more than 10 guests, please contact us directly at info@espaceoldmill.comMichelin Green Star

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10. The INN Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(151)

$$$$

• Wild Game • Montgomery

Booked 1 time today

The INN Restaurant's signature dished, seasonal menus and weekly specials always aim to surprise with the perfect combination of inventiveness and heartwarming global comfort. Everything is freshly prepared and ingredients locally sourced whenever possible. Choose between seating in the romantic dining room or in the lively pub and tavern. In the summer, dinner is also served on the outdoor deck. A full bar, carefully chosen wine list, specialty cocktails and draft beers all served by a fantastic staff complete the picture and add to the fun.

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Gretta
West Palm Beach •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Exceptional dinner and service overlooking the lake on a busy Fourth of July weekend. My husband had the beef tenderloin special and I had the chicken scallopini. Everything was served quickly and was so flavorful. We were lucky to have been seated outdoors overlooking the lake and it was just the perfect dining experience. Nice wine selection, too. I loved the super Tuscan! Thank you!
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Jimmy's 21$$$$• Italian• Lake Placid
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4.8
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Beth
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This place was great staff was great food was great! Kitchen a little slow but so beautiful we did not care!
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Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge$$$$• Contemporary American• Lake Placid
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4.4
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DenGold
New York State •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a wonderful experience. Drinks, with an excellent wine list, including by the glass, appetizers, entrees (sreak and pasta), dessert all excellent. Service is professional, not intrusive. All is very good.
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The View Restaurant at the Mirror Lake Inn$$$$• Contemporary American• Lake Placid
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4.7
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Lynne
Vermont •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 27, 2026
Fabulous food and service. Beautiful dining out on the terrace. We all enjoyed our delicious entrees: Sword steak and gourmet veggies wonderful and bountiful.
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Starry Night Cafe$$$$• Contemporary American• Ferrisburgh
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4.7
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Kim
Greater Boston •84 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2026
Go early before it fills up. A few great vegetarian items that are delicious. They have a few cocktails but none that I wanted so I had a mocktail which was great. Vegan crab cake is the best.
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Plate$$$$• American• Stowe
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4.7

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