VALENTINE'S Day is just around the corner.

Are you hoping to enjoy a candlelit dinner for two at your favourite restaurant?

Or do you need some inspiration for where to spend the evening?

We’re spoilt for choice in Mid Cheshire when it comes to fabulous restaurants and last year, as part of our Best of 2023 awards, we crowned Bombay Lounge as the best in the area.

You voted Bombay Lounge as Mid Cheshire's number one destination from a shortlist of eight top venues.

Here are a few of those places to try this Valentine's Day:

Mediterranean

Mediterranean Steak and Wine

Mediterranean Steak and Wine, Chester Road, Northwich

One nomination said: “We have been to this restaurant a few times and we are always treated like family.

“The food is to die for and they have an extensive cocktail list, which we enjoy.

“A fantastic atmosphere, great staff and delicious food – our go to for that special meal.”

For more details go to facebook.com/mediterraneansteakandwine

Define Food and Wine

Define Food and Wine

Define Food and Wine, Sandiway Close, Northwich

One happy customer said: “The food here is always amazing and the staff are fantastic.

“Such a great wine list too, which can be perfectly paired with the tasty dishes.

“It’s an incredible place and somewhere still a hidden gem.”

For more details go to facebook.com/definefoodandwine

Relish Tandoori

Relish Tandoori

Relish Tandoori, Castle Street, Northwich

This restaurant made the shortlist for Mid Cheshire’s Best for Curry 2023.

One review on Facebook said: “Good quality, honest Indian food and good portions too.

“Recommended and will be visiting again.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063838551648

Chimichangos

Chimichangos

Chimchangos, Wheelock Street, Middlewich

This popular place is a “hidden gem” in Middlewich and “has the most fantastic atmosphere”.

One nomination said: “The food is amazing and the chefs are very accommodating to different dietary requirements.

“I’ve taken friends who don’t live in Middlewich and they all agree that it’s one of the best places they’ve eaten.

“So glad I live close by!”

For more details go to facebook.com/CHIMICHANGOS

Vale Royal Abbey Arms

Vale Royal Abbey Arms

Vale Royal Abbey Arms, Chester Road, Northwich

One review on their Facebook page said: “Had a lovely meal at The Abbey Arms.

“Came with family - the food was lovely, brilliant service would highly recommend.”

For more details go to facebook.com/VRoyalAbbeyArms

Cheshire Grill

Cheshire Grill

Cheshire Grill, Holmes Chapel Road, Northwich

This country pub and steakhouse offers 35-day aged steak cooked in a high temperature charcoal chamber using premium grill equipment.

The fish and chips is also a popular choice with hungry customers as is the cod loin served with crispy potatoes, chorizo, green beans, and a tomato, olive and chilli tapenade.

For more details go to facebook.com/CheshireGrill

Evuna

Evuna

Evuna, King Street, Knutsford

This high quality restaurant serves Spanish dishes ranging form tapas to full banquets and imports fine Spanish wines.

One happy regular said: “This restaurant never fails and the food is excellent.”

For more details go to facebook.com/evunaknutsford

Bombay Lounge

Bombay Lounge

Bombay Lounge, Wharton Road, Winsford

This popular place won Best for Curry in 2023 and added Best Restaurant to their collection of titles.

One regular said: “Amazing food every time with excellent service.”

For more details go to facebook.com/bombayloungewinsford