Best Date Night Restaurants in Waukee

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Aura Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(213)

Price: Expensive

• American • Urbandale

Booked 7 times today

Lively & flavorful tapas along with vibrant cocktails offer a unique shared experience that challenges the traditional. At Aura, it's good vibes only! Our invigorating environment is the perfect place to gather friends & family.

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2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

4.8

Exceptional(1163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Clive

Booked 112 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

4.5

Awesome(831)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 39 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in West Des Moines, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and 2024 Wine Spectator's award recipient, a testament to its commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

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4. Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines

4.9

Exceptional(901)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 29 times today

Fleming's Steakhouse in West Des Moines is a perfect date night spot. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'great venue for a dinner date' with 'amazing service' and 'excellent food.' The ambience is consistently rated highly, with one reviewer noting that it's a 'great experience for a special occasion.' The restaurant is also celebrated for making anniversary celebrations extra special. Overall, Fleming's is a place where you can enjoy a quality dining experience with your loved one.

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5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

4.6

Exceptional(1834)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • West Des Moines

Booked 49 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in West Des Moines is an excellent choice for a date night. Reviewers praise its great food, ambiance, and service, calling it one of their favorite spots for date nights. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere, high-quality service, and delicious food make it perfect for a special evening.

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6. Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

4.6

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• American • Urbandale

Booked 5 times today

Range Restaurant and Cocktail Bar is casual fine dining establishment that combines prime proteins with signature cocktails, perfectly matched with each other. Our menu is crafted with locally sourced ingredients, the unique background of two talented chefs, and served by a talented team of servers and bartenders working to make your dining experience a Range experience.You can enjoy any part of our facility individually or come and enjoy all aspects of Range with friends, family, co-workers, and teammates. You can dine in our restaurant, cocktail lounge, or our indoor golf simulators. We invite you to stop in and see what Range is all about!

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7. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek

4.4

Awesome(843)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Des Moines

Booked 24 times today

Bravo Jordan Creek is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in West Des Moines, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Jordan Creek is the place to eat in West Des Moines, IA for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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8. Dave & Buster's - Des Moines

4.0

Excellent(112)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Des Moines

Booked 21 times today

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

9. Eatery A

4.7

Exceptional(536)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Des Moines

Booked 40 times today

Eatery A is Des Moines's destination for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Perfecting simple dishes that focus on local, quality ingredients, we strive to offer our guests exotic flavor profiles that let the ingredients take center stage.

10. Cooper's On 5th

4.9

Exceptional(131)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Des Moines

Booked 20 times today

Cooper’s on 5th is a great place for Lunch & Dinner. We have had the pleasure of being West Des Moines’ first Craft Cocktail Bar. Join us for our amazing food menu & award-winning cocktail program. Classic & Reimagined Americana comfort food paired with one of Des Moines’ original & highly awarded craft cocktail programs. Great beer, wine, and martinis.

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Toddvip
Indiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time, great food, wine, and service. Great to get many tapas items and share. Relaxed atmosphere and will definitely go back!
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Aura Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Urbandale
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4.7
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Matt
Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always good food and atmosphere. Waiting staff must have been run very thin, because our waiter didn't check on our meal after it was delivered or ask for additional drink orders or refill water until we were done with the meal. I eventually had to flag down another waiter because we were done.
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Fleming's Steakhouse - Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Des Moines
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4.9
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Dale
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and outstanding service, great evening all around
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines
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4.6
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AdrianW
Iowa •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always wonderful dinner. Our server was very helpful and very knowledgeable about pairing what wine with what me and suggesting different different things to try.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive
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4.8
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Jeffvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
Didn’t know that I had to order a “double” martini to get one that was “full”.
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Range Restaurant + Cocktail BarPrice: Moderate• American• Urbandale
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4.6

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Aura Restaurant & Lounge

2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA

3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - West Des Moines

4. Fleming's Steakhouse - Des Moines

5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - West Des Moines

6. Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

7. Bravo Italian Kitchen - Jordan Creek

8. Dave & Buster's - Des Moines

9. Eatery A

10. Cooper's On 5th

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