Tempe is located outside of the city of Phoenix in the state of Arizona. Tempe is known for its hot and dry climate, is home to Arizona State University and has beautiful rocky scenery surrounding it. Downtown Tempe, known as the Mill Avenue area, has many options for shopping, cocktails or dining at one of its many romantic restaurants. A romantic restaurant has tasty cuisine as well as an ambiance that sets the mood.
If the weather is nice, which it often is in Tempe, dining outdoors on the patio of the House of Tricks is a highly romantic option. The House of Tricks is considered a fine-dining establishment with a contemporary American menu changing seasonally to incorporate the freshest flavors. The restaurant has an extensive wine list, which can add to the overall romantic nature of an evening. The House of Tricks is also available for private parties and events.
Cafe Boa, known for its romantic, elegant interior, is located in Tempe's downtown Mill Avenue area. The restaurant is a member of Slow Food USA, which is an organization that prides itself on using natural and local ingredients. This means that the menu is often changing in order to highlight and incorporate produce that is in season. Additionally, the wine list at Cafe Boa has been awarded with the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator for three years in a row.
Lo Cascio offers authentic Sicilian cuisine in a romantic atmosphere. The restaurant has a patio for enjoying the warmer weather as well as a romantic interior filled with dark leather booths. Almost everything on the menu is homemade or imported directly from Italy. The dinner menu includes a large variety of antipasti, pastas, salads and Italian specialties made with chicken, veal and shrimp. Lo Cascio is also open for romantic lunches during the week.
