5 Romantic Restaurants in Williamsburg, New York NY for a Date
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in Williamsburg, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in Williamsburg, Brooklyn that Google tags as romantic. It is for couples planning a date night, a weekend brunch or an anniversary dinner nearby. Six qualifying places were considered, and the list is ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry gives opening hours, the address and the dishes, drinks and atmosphere that reviewers mention, so you can choose between a small bistro, a steakhouse-style dinner or a relaxed cocktail spot.
#1
La petite joie
★ 4.7 (570 Google reviews)French restaurant$20–80 per person
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La petite joie is a French restaurant at 577 Union Avenue, open daily from late morning to 11 pm, with a 10 am start on Saturdays and Sundays. Reviewers describe a small, cozy and romantic room and mention the burger, steak frites, steak and eggs, French onion soup, French toast and caramel soufflé. Google lists cocktails, coffee, a wine list, dessert, happy-hour drinks and outdoor seating.
Best for: Cozy French brunch or dinner
- Address
- 577 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon 11 am–11 pm; Sat 10 am–11 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–11 pm; Tue 11 am–11 pm; Wed 11 am–11 pm
#2
Tabare Williamsburg
★ 4.6 (1,151 Google reviews)Uruguayan restaurant$30–90 per person
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Tabare is a Uruguayan restaurant at 221 South 1st Street, open for dinner on weekdays and from noon on weekends, until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention grilled provolone, the chivito, parrillada, empanadas, octopus, roasted beet salad, chimichurri and dulce de leche. They describe a cozy room and an early happy hour with good cocktails. Google lists late-night food and outdoor seating.
Best for: Uruguayan grill for date night
- Address
- 221 S 1st St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 pm–12 am; Mon 5–11 pm; Sat 12 pm–12 am; Sun 12–11 pm; Thu 5–11 pm; Tue 5–11 pm; Wed 5–11 pm
#3
Meadowsweet
★ 4.6 (1,129 Google reviews)New American restaurant$50–100 per person
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Meadowsweet is a New American restaurant at 149 Broadway, closed Mondays and Tuesdays and open for brunch on weekends. Reviewers describe an elegant, airy space and mention spiced duck breast with mole, smoky octopus, almond muffins, crisp empanadas and a rosemary oil Gibson cocktail. They also mention a seasonal three-course set menu. Google lists a wine list, dessert, happy-hour drinks and outdoor seating.
Best for: Elegant brunch or dinner date
- Address
- 149 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9:30 pm; Thu 3–9:30 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 3–9:30 pm
#4
Sweetwater
★ 4.5 (1,059 Google reviews)American restaurant$20–60 per person
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Sweetwater is an American restaurant at 105 North 6th Street, open daily until 11:30 pm. Reviewers call it a warm date spot and mention salmon, grilled hanger steak with broccoli rabe, light onion rings and French onion soup. The space is on the tight side, and one reviewer said a steak came out undercooked and the outdoor heat lamps ran hot. Google lists beer, cocktails and late-night food.
Best for: Casual late dinner for two
- Address
- 105 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11:30 pm; Mon 11 am–11:30 pm; Sat 10:30 am–11:30 pm; Sun 10:30 am–11:30 pm; Thu 11 am–11:30 pm; Tue 11 am–11:30 pm; Wed 11 am–11:30 pm
#5
Lighthouse
★ 4.5 (896 Google reviews)New American restaurant$20–60 per person
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Lighthouse is a women-owned New American restaurant at 145 Borinquen Place, open until 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention fresh, well-balanced food with good portions, a smash burger, oysters with an oyster happy hour and a drink of the day. One reviewer describes open doors on warm days and a lively, friendly room. Google lists cocktails, a beer selection, dessert and outdoor seating.
Best for: Oysters and drinks late
- Address
- 145 Borinquen Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 pm–1 am; Mon 5–11 pm; Sat 12 pm–1 am; Sun 12–11 pm; Thu 5–11 pm; Tue 5–11 pm; Wed 5–11 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Williamsburg, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Romantic”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- La petite joie, Tabare Williamsburg, Meadowsweet, Sweetwater and Lighthouse take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
La petite joie ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 570 reviews. Tabare Williamsburg is second at 4.6 from 1,151 reviews.
Which restaurants in Williamsburg, New York NY are open late?
Tabare Williamsburg stays open until 12 am; Lighthouse stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: La petite joie $20–80; Tabare Williamsburg $30–90; Meadowsweet $50–100; Sweetwater $20–60; Lighthouse $20–60.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for La petite joie, Tabare Williamsburg, Meadowsweet, Sweetwater and Lighthouse.
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