Amour

Hidden away on Beverly Boulevard, this impeccably designed French restaurant takes over the old Dominick’s space. True to its name, Amour conjures visions of romance with a candle-lit dining room, cozy lounge seating by the fireplace and a brick-lined, checker floored courtyard. During daylight hours, the sunshine makes the immaculately decorated patio feel straight out of a storybook. Step into the little library on your way back from the restroom and leave your loved one a message in a book—it's not only allowed, it's encouraged. The traditional French bistro fare runs on the pricier side, but the dreamy setting, first-rate service and excellent cooking make Amour an ultra-dreamy dining destination fit for date nights, anniversaries, birthdays and of course, Valentine's Day. The kitchen's precise saucework translates into straightforward, well-executed entrées, a standout steak tartare and French classics like onion soup, escargot and frog legs.