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Need ideas for Valentine’s Day dinner? List ranks 8 most romantic restaurants in Florida
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Love is in the air. Or at least, it definitely will be once you sit down with a nicely prepared meal in an enchanting eatery.
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t locked in those prized dinner reservations, you might want to get on that quickly.
But if you still need ideas for where to take your significant other, FloridaRentals.com released their report based on eight restaurants in Florida that will certainly woo your partner.
Experts combed through customer reviews, menu, service, and ambiance to determine the most intimate and romantic spots in the state. From seafood scenes in the Panhandle to cultural delights in Southwest Florida, there’s something for everyone and their desires.
When is Valentine’s Day 2024?
Valentine’s Day this year lands in the middle of the week on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
Here are the study’s top eight most romantic restaurants in Florida:
The Cook & Cork, Coral Springs
Looking for a great atmosphere, fantastic wine list and delicious menu? The study says that The Cook & Cork is the perfect spot.
Located at 9890 W. Sample Road, the Coral Springs restaurant is already opening up reservations for the upcoming holiday. Their website promises that “love is on the menu,” adding that there will be specials in store.
The study highlights this award-winning Daytona Beach restaurant that offers upscale Italian cuisine. It further shares that The Cellar Restaurant “has an intimate atmosphere with an extensive wine list and menu with all your homemade Italian favorites.”
It’s found in the historic district of the beach at 220 Magnolia Avenue.
Seagar’s Restaurant, Miramar Beach
This well-known Destin-area steakhouse has an award-winning 600-label wine list, original fresh seafood dishes, and aged Prime USDA steaks. Nothing says romance more than the perfect combination of steak and seafood.
Seagar’s Restaurant is located at 4000 Sandestin Boulevard South in Miramar Beach.
The menu at The French is full of casual French classics, lighter fare and coastal dishes. Described in the Naples Daily News as a beautiful brasserie located on Fifth Avenue South, the atmosphere vibrant while its meals transports those to Paris.
Osteria Tulia, Naples
Along the same street, Naples’ Osteria Tulia serves up some of the most delicious rustic Italian cuisine inside a restored Italian farmhouse.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, their website reminds patrons make sure to book their reservations now. You can even view their special holiday menu here.
Soco, Orlando
Located right in Orlando’s Thornton Park area, Soco offers contemporary Southern cuisine. The study notes that they have an award-winning chef that brings classic dishes to life with a fantastic twist.
Collage Restaurant, St. Augustine
Collage has an eclectic menu, which their website says focuses on local farms, seafood and international flavor profiles. Found at 60 Hypolita Street in downtown St. Augustine, patrons can dine on fresh dishes prepared from scratch.
Bonus points for taking your partner to the most romantic city in the entire state, as determined in multiple rankings within the last few years.
Kitchen, West Palm Beach
Described as a contemporary American Brasserie, the Kitchen strives to focus on flavorful, fresh food. The study mentions the homemade desserts as well.
It has two locations in West Palm Beach; one at 319 Belvedere Rd, #2 and the other at 5250 Donald Ross Rd, #100.
A massive wildfire in Putnam County in northern Florida left Amtrak passengers stranded on a train for more than 24 hours.
One train heading to New York City was forced to turn around, arriving back in Miami Monday night, including one passenger who said he had been on that train for about 38 hours.
He says he and other passengers were left uncertain about what was going on.
“Angry, confused, uncertain, in the dark,” said John Reardon.
Reardon, who lives in New York City, says he boarded the train around 7 a.m. Sunday to go back home. He said around 3 p.m. Sunday, the train stopped near Jacksonville.
“Finally, after about 5 hours, they said we’re not going to New York, we’re going back to Miami,” Reardon said. “One stop at a time.”
Amtrak said for the safety of its passengers, the train couldn’t continue going north because of the fire.
“Amtrak sends a notification to the phone saying, ‘Hey, there’s an issue with the wildfire, it’s too close to the railway,’” said passenger Katrinia Wheeler.
Multiple crews are battling multiple fires in two Florida counties, leaving at least 3,000 acres burned.
“I saw that there was a lot of smoke coming from the woods, and then I saw the fire trucks and emergency services,” Wheeler said.
The train that left Miami at 7 a.m. on Sunday returned around 9 p.m. on Monday, leaving passengers frustrated.
Amtrak corporate says they made the decision out of safety for their customers and said customers would receive full refunds and vouchers.
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots.
Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Winning Fantasy 5 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 06-09-19-34-35
Evening: 08-09-12-25-31
Check Fantasy 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from April 19 drawing
Morning: 03
Matinee: 08
Afternoon: 04
Evening: 01
Late Night: 07
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
Winning Pick 2 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 4-0, FB: 3
Evening: 0-6, FB: 6
Check Pick 2 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 2-9-1, FB: 3
Evening: 3-7-0, FB: 6
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 9-7-8-0, FB: 3
Evening: 3-6-7-8, FB: 6
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 5 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 3-9-3-5-1, FB: 3
Evening: 1-3-1-8-7, FB: 6
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Where can you buy Florida Lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in person at any authorized retailer throughout Florida, including gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. To find a retailer near you, go to Find Florida Lottery Retailers.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $599 or less: Claim at any authorized Florida Lottery retailer or Florida Lottery district office.
- Prizes for $600 to $1 million: Must be claimed in person at any Florida Lottery district office for games that do not offer an annual payment option.
- Prizes greater than $1 million and all prizes with an annual payment option: Must be claimed at Florida Lottery headquarters, except Mega Millions and Powerball prizes, which can be claimed at any Florida Lottery district office.
You also can claim your winnings by mail if the prize is $250,000 or less. Mail your ticket to the Florida Lottery with the required documentation.
Florida law requires public disclosure of winners
If you’re a winner, Florida law mandates the following information is public record:
- Full name
- City of residence
- Game won
- Date won
- Amount won
- Name and location of the retailer where the winning ticket was purchased.
When are the Florida Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Florida Lotto: 11:15 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
- Jackpot Triple Play: 11:15 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Fantasy 5: Daily at 1:05 p.m. and 11:15 p.m.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 8:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 2:45 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 11:45 p.m.
- Pick 2, 3, 4, 5: Daily at 1:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Florida digital producer. You can send feedback using this form.
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