Shalel Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

1. Shalel Lounge

8.4
65 W 70th St (Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Lincoln Square · 75 tips and reviews

Jennifer W.Jennifer Williams: Such cool atmosphere! Dark and lit by candlelight. There is also a really cool waterfall in the back. The food is awesome as well. I had the meatballs, fatoush and baba ganoush.

JosetteJosette: Descend down the steps and be transported into another world - candlelight, running water, bricks and wrought iron. Saturday slow-roasted lamb special is fabulous. The fettoush salad is huge, good

GothamistGothamist: This Upper West Side date spot embodies the epitome of romance. Rose petals, candlelight and cushions for canoodling spell a winner for twosomes looking to kindle some quality time. Read more.

The Otheroom is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

2. The Otheroom

8.1
143 Perry St (btwn Washington & Greenwich St), New York, NY
Wine Bar · West Village · 79 tips and reviews

Taylor W.Taylor Waltmon: Candlelit small wine bar- perfect to go to after a dinner

Lissa G.Lissa Goldsmith: Candlelit cozy-chic...

Nash P.Nash Pleasant: Quiet spot for a romantic date in a candle lit bar

Merchant's House Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

3. Merchant's House Museum

9.0
29 E 4th St (at Lafayette Street), New York, NY
History Museum · NoHo · 25 tips and reviews

Tracey N.Tracey N: halloween tour by candlelight!

Rose L.Rose Lynn: my brother and I spent a few hours here soaking up all the info and history. the self guided tour is really well done, we loved it. be sure not to miss the beautiful courtyard in the back!

Phoenix 💥💥💥Phoenix 💥💥💥: Check out the fourth floor

Sofia Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

4. Sofia Wine Bar

8.5
242 E 50th St (Bet 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Turtle Bay · 93 tips and reviews

PiaPia: The meatballs and crudo mozz (made in-house) were delish. Our waiters were friendly and personal. The ambiance is cozy and intimate with candlelight and exposed red brick. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.

SerenaSerena: an oasis of candlelight, legitimate wine and solid small plates amidst the wasteland of midtown.

Shana J.Shana Jordan: One of my favorite places in the city! Well worth the wait! Enjoy the garden in back and make sure to save room for the Mac and cheese!

Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

5. Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral

8.4
263 Mulberry St (btwn Mott & Prince St), New York, NY
Church · NoLita · 22 tips and reviews

Ade L.Ade Leri: If you want to take a tour of this beautiful place, check out the Catacombs by Candlelight Tour. I honestly learned a lot and enjoyed the whole tour. Beautiful place to visit.

Lina G.Lina Gonzo: And the winner for most creative and inexpensive toilet paper holder and dispenser is Old St. Pat's Cathedral! Love it!

Lina G.Lina Gonzo: Enter thru Mott Street.

Bea is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

6. Bea

8.4
403 W 43rd St (at 9th Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 92 tips and reviews

Danica Y.Danica Y: Get the green pasta! So creamy and the shrimp is just right. Very chill vibe with candlelight and they project old movies on the wall. Good choice for date night.

Nadia I.Nadia IssaBella: Adorable place in Hell's Kitchen. They show old movies from a projector on the walls, play oldies and serve up some delicious eats. The tuna tar guac, ricotta and mushroom flatbread are great apps!

Lou P.Lou Paskalis: Cute neighborhood place that I find myself coming back to every week. Chill vibe, great beer selection and the kitchen has produced nothing but home runs so far, Uncle Tommy's Pie my personal fav.

Wine Escape is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

7. Wine Escape

8.6
405 W 44th St (btwn 9th & 10th), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 40 tips and reviews

Cecelia E.Cecelia Esposito: The Best Wine Bar in Midtown West!! Wine and Cheese by candlelight doesn't get any better than that! Hummus to die for. Amazing people I have met here!

Nikki S.Nikki Samuels Hausman: Fantastic Wine Bar in Hells Kitchen. Humerya, Mira, Alp and the newest member to the bar Rachel are awesome. This place is my home away from home. The food and the wine selection is great!

MtoMMtoM: Great escape from the louder sports bars around. Probably the quietest spot for a drink within walking distance of Times Square.

Bacaro is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

8. Bacaro

8.1
136 Division St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chinatown · 71 tips and reviews

MariaMaria: Order the Gnocchi con funghi, tiramisu and a glass of wine. The candle lit basement is pretty cavelike and awesome.

DailyCandyDailyCandy: For dungeon-style fine dining, head downstairs to a candlelit alcove. Read more.

Dohn S.Dohn Solis: Menu leaves a bit to be desired and they're unwilling to make even the smallest of changes to accomodate anyone.

Aire Ancient Baths is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

9. Aire Ancient Baths

9.5
88 Franklin St (at Church St), New York, NY
Spa · Tribeca · 131 tips and reviews

Alexandra F.Alexandra Fanning: Omg I wanna live here - candle light and floating pools and massage, it's a hefty price but worth it for luxury on special occasions

cj f.cj fitzgerald: Must-visit candlelit Roman bathhouse in a former textile factory. Reservations required. Book at least two weeks in advance for a weekend spot.

Ni L.Ni Li: Too good to be true:) highly recommend

loft 26 salon is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

10. loft 26 salon

7.9
122 West 26th St (6th Ave), New York, NY
Spa · Chelsea · 8 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: Guests prepping for special nights out and red-letter days will love that the salon also offers personalized makeup application and soothing skin therapy in private, candlelit rooms.

BuyWithMe NYCBuyWithMe NYC: $110 for a half head of highlights ($220 value) or $65 for haircut, wash, style and blow dry ($130 value)! You won't have to worry about a bad hair day after a salon session at this week's BWM deal-> Read more.

Matt F.Matt Friedlander: Angie = divine. That is all.

Bar Ciccio Alimentari is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

11. Bar Ciccio Alimentari

8.8
190 Avenue of the Americas (Spring St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · SoHo · 45 tips and reviews

Niffy S.Niffy Spector: Come for the pasta, stay for the candlelight. Best tiramisu and service in all the land.

Mike W.Mike Winston: This authentic little subterranean Italian cafe somehow manages to remain off the radar. Don't miss the excellent soups or schiacciata flatbread sandwiches & read all about it on WinstonWanders below. Read more.

Jack G.Jack Gashi: Awesome bar/resto. Versatile. Can read a book outside and have a Campari, or dinner with a group of 4, or a date at the bar. Hidden but welcoming.

One if by Land, Two if by Sea is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

12. One if by Land, Two if by Sea

7.7
17 Barrow St (btwn W 4th St & 7th Ave S), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 108 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: This upscale restaurant is perfect for a classy, romantic night out. Live piano, candlelit tables, and courteous service. Start with the pretzel bread and get the beef wellington for the main course.

Lori L.Lori Luo: A dim, intimate ambiance complete with candlelit tables and live piano music make it the epitomic romantic restaurant. While the food falls short in some areas, the Beef Wellington is worth an order.

KinoKino: This 3 centuries old carriage house provides a high level service with freshly picked roses & a live piano player. Seared Foie Gras, Beef Wellington, Chocolate Soufflé, & Mille Feuille were delicious.

Wine:30 is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

13. Wine:30

7.7
41 E 30th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave S), New York, NY
Wine Bar · NoMad · 119 tips and reviews

Affinia Hotel CollectionAffinia Hotel Collection: The intimate candlelit wine bar is an excellent date spot with special reserve wines, and a well-priced list for connoisseurs.

CompassCompass: The intimate candlelit wine bar is an excellent date spot with special reserve wines, and a well-priced list for connoisseurs.

Lindsey H.Lindsey H: Great find! Yummy small plates and entrees and an extensive selection of wines by the glass! Try the back garden for a lively atmosphere or inside for more quiet and intimate.

Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

14. Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar

8.6
11 W 31st St (btwn 5th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Koreatown · 176 tips and reviews

The Daily SipThe Daily Sip: Note to romantics: couples receive free truffles on Sunday nights, when Ayza covers its tables in candlelight and rose petals.

Pradnya W.Pradnya W: They have FIVE scented candles lit in the bathroom. FIVE !!!!!!!

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: Honestly what can go wrong with wine & chocolate! The sangria is fruity but definitely strong. The Chocolate Raspberry Martini & Chocolate Manhattan drinks paired with dark chocolate are just perfect!

Cotenna is one of The 15 Best Places for Candlelight in New York City.

15. Cotenna

9.0
21 Bedford St (btwn Downing St and 6th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 241 tips and reviews

Zach H.Zach Hamed: Penne Pesto, Calamari, Orechiette, Rigatoni Gamberi paired with Nero D'Avola. Great spot for date night and a quiet candlelit dinner.

Zeba S.Zeba Siddiqi: Cosy, ideal date restaurant. Try the truffle mac & cheese , tortellini with creamy sauce & prosciutto. For desserts Tiramisu is yummilicious!

Noah W.Noah Weiss: New Italian small plates spot from the Aria team, perfect for a date with the same great value and even more cozy than the original. Burrata, lamb, all the pastas including bucatini, creme brûlée.