It's no secret, our readers chime in on where to go for a romantic Valentine's Day rendezvous

Urbana's Silvercreek Restaurant is one of many ideal spots for a romantic Valentine's Day meal. Photo: The Sentinel

URBANA - Last week, The Sentinel asked around, looking for advice on where are the best restaurants in the area for a romantic Valentine's Day date. Here are 16 responses to the question, "Where's the most romantic place to eat in Champaign-Urbana or Champaign County?"

The Wheelhouse in St. Joseph and Biaggi's in south Champaign garnered a couple of votes each. However, the most romantic spot for an intimate meal seems to be at home.


In the Champaign-Urbana area, Biaggi's or the Urbana Country Club. Umi Grill in Terre Haute has the best sushi in the area.
~ Brady S.

LaBamba's
~ Erin J.

Wheelhouse
~ Kelly C.

Texas Roadhouse
~ Kevin T.

Possum Trot, Sun Singer, and Hamilton Walker
~ Roger K.

I'll go with what he said
~ Brian B.
(pointing at Roger K. above)

Destihl in Bloomington
~ Kendra P.

Biaggi's
~ Nikki H.

Kathy's Kitchen! But if you want something more intimate, Silvercreek
~ Kathy M.

Wheelhouse. We go there at least once a week
~ Ashley B.

Home
~ Phil M.

I know I would be cooking a nice meal for my lady or go wherever she wants to go
~ Eric M.

Don't ask me. I'm divorced.
~ Julie A.

Our living room
~ Jason W.

Longhorn Steak House
~ Stephanie H.

Seven Saints or B'Dubs. I'm the least romantic person you'll ever meet
~ Megan W.

In case you are wondering, yes, we Googled our question. The top five locations in Champaign-Urbana on Trip Advisor at the time of this article were 1. Silvercreek, 2. Timpone's, 3. Nando Milano, 4. Hamilton Walker's, and 5. Biaggi's.

Where did you get lovey-dovey this Valentine's Day? Tell us in the comment section below.