Whether you are planning a first date or a wedding anniversary celebration, an evening at a romantic restaurant certainly fits the bill. Electrifying Miami has a reputation for being sensual and dramatic in and of itself, but here are some fantastic restaurants that provide the perfect backdrop for that special evening.

You will most certainly want to make a reservation, but once you get in, the Café L'Europe is one of the most revered spots in Miami. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with tall, dramatic windows setting the mood. There is a huge wine list, so you will be able to select the precise wine for you and your date. As if the delicious, deluxe entrees were not enough, the ambiance created by a pianist or a jazz quartet is one that truly elicits the feeling that one stepped across the Atlantic Ocean right into Europe. The restaurant is located on County Rd. in Palm Beach.

Take someone special to Casa Tua ' very special, unless you are willing to shell out a wad of cash for just anyone. You get plenty of bang for your buck though, as the restaurant is one of the finest in the city. The Italian menu consists of elaborate dishes created with simple, fresh ingredients, as well as exotic dishes that need to be tried to be believed. Casa Tua is enchanting in every way. The restaurant is set in a refurbished Mediterranean style hotel on James Avenue in South Beach.

With an unbelievable ambiance, delicious food, and wonderful service, L'Escalier is an authentic take on French cuisine. The decor resembles that of an Old World castle in this upscale restaurant in Palm Beach. The meal is served in courses and the food is invariably top-of-the-line. The entirety of the experience makes you feel like you are dining in an imperial palace. An exquisite wine list includes 500 varieties and nearly 6,000 different bottles, perfect for that special evening. All in all, L'Escalier is a dining experience that you and your date will not soon forget.