Morris County, New Jersey is a popular home for commuters that travel to work in New York City just 25 miles away. The population of the area is nearly 500,000 and over 50 companies call the county home. The area is known for parks and waterways and offers a mix of cultures. If you are in the area and are looking for a romantic restaurant, there are several to choose from. The variety entices many travelers to the area.
The restaurant focuses on traditional Sicilian and Napoleonic cuisine. Menu selections include dishes such as house specialty fusilli, shrimp fra diavolo, mussels marinara and rigatoni bolognese. The atmosphere of the restaurant is distinctively Italian in nature and the decor reflects that. Each table is covered in fine linens, premium glassware and high-end dinnerware and then topped with a fresh rose for romance. Mood lighting keeps the romantic feel of the restaurant alive. An experience waiter can help you choose a bottle of wine from the restaurant's wine list that has been featured in Wine Spectator Magazine.
Rosie's Trattoria
1181 Sussex Turnpike
Randolph, NJ 07869
973-895-3434
rosiestrattoria.com
Midori Japanese Restaurant is a popular choice in Morris County for couples. The vibe of the restaurant is moody and dimly-lit and the tasteful authentic decor reflects that. Fresh orchids and other plants and flowers adorn the restaurant and are situated in the midst of statues, water features and colorful paintings. Each table at the restaurant is topped with linens and classy glassware and dinnerware. Sushi is a popular choice at the restaurant for couples because they can share and trade tastes back and forth. Other popular menu items include tofu hamburger, seafood kabo, and eggplant with beef.
Midori Japanese
3130 State Route 10 # 1
Denville, NJ 07834-3433
973-537-8588
midorirestaurant.com
The Black Forest Inn is a traditional German restaurant that is a popular choice for couples. The restaurant is dark inside and decorated in authentic German art and furnishings. The lighting in the restaurant is dim and much of the restaurant is lit by candles. The focus of the restaurant is on heavy dishes that include bratwurst, sauerbraten in a ginger and red wine reduction, filet of North Atlantic salmon in dill sauce and breaded chicken with fresh tomato and gruyere cheese. A beer list is also a key focus at the restaurant and a number of German wines and desserts can finish off your meal.
Black Forest Inn
249 Highway 206
Stanhope, NJ 07874
973-347-3344
blackforestinn.com
