Patch Picks: Create a Valentine's Day (or Night) to Remember in Lakewood

If you live in Lakewood, you probably enjoy our bustling nightlife and enviable collection of independent restaurants. It makes it easy to bring your A-game on Valentine’s Day – the day to woo and wow your special someone.

Once you’ve picked up (or opened) the box of chocolates (think or ) and bouquet of flowers (, Brown Peasance, , or ), check out one of our five picks for a romantic meal.

• . This iconic fine-dining restaurant will take your relationship to the next level, for sure. Make reservations and try to get a window seat to enjoy beautiful views of Lake Erie. Romance-o- meter: Classic style.
  
• . While this establishment is not necessarily high-end, it’s certainly big on flavor. People come from all over to eat at the hip establishment that has grabbed serious national exposure. Romance-o- meter: Playing it cool.
• . Love will take flight over foie gras and pan seared sea scallops at this stylish restaurant featuring a modern take on American food. Romance-o- meter: Upscale and chic.
• . Looking to gnocchi the socks of your date? Head to this Madison Avenue favorite to partake in its Italian fusion fare. Romance-o- meter: Eclectic and engaging.
• . Sometimes true love can be as simple as a digging into an extra large, original crust Meat Lover’s pie from the winner of the 2010 Silver Spoon for the best pizza in Cleveland. Romance-o- meter: Charming and down to earth.

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