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Patch Picks: Romantic Restaurants
Five local restaurants to put you in the mood for love on Valentines Day
With Valentine's Day coming fast, you want to treat that special someone to a night out (they deserve it!). Instead of bunkering down for the long car or train ride to Manhattan, check out this list of five hotspots right here in our own backyard:
Masago Neo Japanese Cuisine
324 Great Neck Road, Great Neck
516-498-8888
New to the area, Masago Neo Japanese in Great Neck boasts sophisticated decor, and a full sushi menu. Their Valentine’s Day special is a Prix Fixe dinner-for-two for $58 per couple that includes two glasses of wine, soup, appetizer, specialty roll, an entree of Sake Miso Chilean Sea Bass and dessert.
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242-03 Northern Blvd., Douglaston
718-224-8666
With one of the most wide-ranging Thai menus in northeast Queens, Chef Oudy of Am Yours Cafe in Little Neck will take you on a culinary journey to the Far East without even leaving Queens. Am Yours serves up an array of Pad Thai, curried dishes, chef specialties and fried rice are 'yours' for the taking.
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253-17 Northern Blvd., Little Neck
718-279-5922
Celebrating Valentine's Day all weekend long with a special holiday menu, Greek Islands will serve up market fresh fish along with Mediterranean dishes. A "boutique" restaurant that carries all the warmth of Mykonos on a sultry day in June, Greek Islands' Hellenic hospitality will take you away on a romantic getaway (Reservations not required but definitely recommended).
249-11 Northern Blvd., Little Neck
718-428-8800
Italians are known for passion: about life, love and food. Conti's in Little Neck aims for that high standard with top-notch cuisine and an elegant décor with plenty of romantic ambience. Just remember to save room for dessert — and of course call ahead for a reservation.
Peter Luger Steak House
255 Northern Blvd., Great Neck
516-487-8800
What can be said about Peter Luger's Steak House that hasn't already been said? Rated New York's No.1 Steak House 26 years in a row, Peter Luger's is world renowned for having the best porterhouse steak this side of cattle country. Their Great Neck location boasts an exceptional wine list, a full service bar, romantic atmosphere and 100 percent USDA Prime beef.