The difficult thing about finding a romantic restaurant for date night with your significant other in San Francisco isn’t a lack of choices — it’s having too many to choose from. Neighborhoods.com has made the task a little easier by rounding up the cream of the crop. Here are some of San Francisco’s most romantic restaurants that are sure to impress your sweetheart.

Gary Danko - Russian Hill

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Couples have been coming to this mainstay of San Francisco’s fine dining for years. Nestled between Russian Hill and Fisherman’s Wharf, Gary Danko offers French and new American cuisine. The food is served in a romantic ambience, complete with mood lighting and candles. To sample more of the menu, try the three-course option. The shrimp and mushroom risotto and the glazed oysters with caviar are among the most popular picks.

Keiko à Nob Hill - Nob Hill

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The dining experience at Keiko à Nob Hill is one that few restaurants still serve up these days. Located in the Nob Hill neighborhood from which the restaurant gets its name, the restaurant has a single seating every night at 7 p.m. (6:30 on Sundays), and a $145 tasting menu. The atmosphere feels cozy and intimate, with only 28 seats in the restaurant. Enjoy a unique dining experience of French food with Japanese influences. 

The Richmond - Richmond District

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This family-run restaurant named after the Richmond District has an intimate feel that is perfect for a casual date night. The Richmond serves a seasonal menu featuring Californian cuisine, alongside a wine list that emphasizes local wineries and prides itself on being more budget friendly than similar restaurants.

Restaurant Jeanne D'Arc - Nob Hill

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Located in the basement of the Hotel Cornell, this Nob Hill restaurant boasts a medieval theme that is sure to impress history buffs, art enthusiasts, and lovers of French cuisine. Sample classic French dishes, like creme brulee and escargot. For main courses, try Jeanne D’Arc’s Beef Bourguignon or rack of lamb.

Leatherneck Steakhouse - Union Square

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This upscale steakhouse on the 12th floor of the Marines' Memorial Club & Hotel near Union Square lets you enjoy steak and seafood while admiring city views. Order the filet or prime rib but make sure you leave room for the warm berry crisp for dessert. Couple the city views with live piano music and you’ve got a pretty romantic setting. Note that the restaurant has a business-casual dress code.

Acquerello - Nob Hill

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Boasting two Michelin stars, Acquerello in Nob Hill serves up some of the most upscale Italian fine dining San Francisco has to offer. The interior of the restaurant is embellished with contemporary artwork, vaulted ceilings, and terra-cotta walls to create a sophisticated, romantic atmosphere. The three, four, or five-course prix fixe tasting menu includes slow-cooked beef tongue, squid ink risotto, and Maine lobster, among many other selections.

Olea Restaurant - Nob Hill

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This cozy little eatery is a more casual option in Nob Hill. You’ll find a menu of seasonal cuisine with a uniquely Californian twist. Olea takes pride in utilizing fresh organic produce from local farms as much as possible in their dishes. Weekend brunch is the most popular choice for patrons — try the cazuela or avocado toast with a grapefruit mimosa. Don’t stop by during the week, though, they’re only open Saturday and Sunday.