• Buffalo is located in western New York state and is separated from Canada only by the Niagara River. Niagara Falls, the popular honeymoon destination, is roughly 20 miles north of Buffalo. Many of its young newlywed couples find their way to Buffalo where the culinary scene offers ample opportunity to find a cozy and intimate restaurant for a romantic evening.
  
  

Hutch's

• Hutch's, called "a cozy bistro" by the New York Times, is conveniently located in Buffalo's mansion district. The two dining rooms sport exposed brick walls, colorful works of art and plenty of corners and nooks that are well-suited for a romantic dinner. The extensive wine list offers more than 100 types of wine from around the world is sure to please even the most discerning wine connoisseur. Chef Mark Hutchinson has created a simple yet inviting menu that features an assortment of appetizers, salads and sandwiches and entrees. Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients are used whenever possible, so expect to see as many daily specials featured as there are fixed items on the menu. Customer favorites include a ribeye steak with black truffle butter, grilled tenderloin and Australian lobster tail, and the jambalaya pasta with shrimp, chicken and chorizo sausage over fettucine in a spicy tomato cream sauce. Hutch's is open for dinner seven nights per week.
  
  Hutch's
  1375 Delaware Ave.
  Buffalo, NY 14209
  (716) 885-9074
  hutchsrestaurant.com
  
  

The Left Bank

• Just past the lively bar area in The Left Bank is the main dining room featuring exposed brick, soft lighting and comfortable seating. The space is divided into many small sections with only two to three tables making it well-suited for a quiet dinner with a special friend. Although the wine list is extensive, ask for the special reserve wine list featuring sought-after wines like the Opus One 1996 and Stag's Leap Cabernet Fay 1997. The Mediterranean-inspired menu features a variety of appetizers, salads, focaccia pizzas, pastas and grill items. Popular dishes include a Gorgonzola fondue with beef tenderloin, focaccia points and asparagus spears, the vermicelli San Marzano with fresh basil and the oven-roasted filet of salmon. The Left Bank serves dinner seven nights per week and offers brunch on Sundays.
  
  The Left Bank
  511 Rhode Island St.
  Buffalo, NY 14213
  (716) 882-3509
  leftbankrestaurant.com
  
  

Harry's Harbour Place Grille

• Harry's Harbour Place Grille offers a American continental cuisine in an upscale setting set on the banks of the Niagara River. Its glass-enclosed front dining room affords expansive water views, while the outdoor patio offers an opportunity for romantic al fresco dining while the sun sets over the river. Executive chef Don Breitkrus has crafted a menu that offers a selection of appetizers, soups, salads and sides as well as beef, poultry, seafood and vegetarian entrees. Order a la carte or choose a three-course meal from the prix fixe menu. Popular dishes include the Colorado rack of lamb, butter-poached Australian lobster tail and a vegetable ragout in a puff pastry box with woodland mushrooms. Harry's Harbour Place Grille serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday.
  
  Harry's Harbour Place Grille
  2192 Niagara St.
  Buffalo, NY 14207
  (716) 874-5400
  harrysharbour.com