It doesn’t have to be a special holiday to plan a special date night out. Try one of the many awesome restaurants in Fresno or Clovis. From cozy holes in the walls to trendy places serving unique dishes, you’ll be sure to find your next go-to spot.

The Curry Pizza Company $

Location: Various locations 

Curry Pizza Company

Hours: Monday through Thursday 11 am to 10 pm, Friday 10:30 am to 10 pm, Saturday & Sunday 11 am to 10 pm

About: Get the best of both worlds at The Curry Pizza Company as they offer a new spin on pizza with Indian-inspired flavors. They also serve wings with various flavors including Tandoori and Achari Masala. We recommend trying the Chicken Tikka Masala pizza along with butter chicken waffle fries.

Dab Tacos $

Location: 721 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721

Plate of tacos with various toppings

Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 11:30 am to 2 pm, Tuesday through Friday 5 pm to 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday 5 to 11 pm

About: Dab Tacos takes traditional Mexican food to a whole new level. Try their most popular item on the menu, the Premium Loaded Fries they also serve delicious burritos. The vibes of this restaurant take you back to the 90s with throwback songs and cool art on the walls.

Luna’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant $$

Location: 349 Pollasky Ave, Clovis, CA 93612

Luna's

Hours: Monday 4 pm to 8 pm, Tuesday through Friday 11 am to 2 pm, 4 pm to 8 pm, Saturday 11:30 am to 8 pm

About: Find Luna’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant in the heart of Old Town Clovis. They have been locally and family-owned since 1969. The atmosphere is very friendly and they have so many options on their menu. If you’re looking to save money, they offer a two-dinner coupon deal for $22 plus tax. You don’t need a coupon for this deal, you just ask for it when you order. We recommend trying their Spaghetti Lasagna and Ravioli with Meatballs.

Cocina Village $$

Location: 3050 W Shaw Ave STE 111, Fresno, CA 93711

Cocina Village

Hours: Monday 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Friday 11 am to 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 8 pm

About: Receive a warm welcome as you dine in at Cocina Village. The restaurant is decorated with art inspired by Mexico. The menu has a wide variety of options with seafood, steak and chicken. We recommend trying the Molcajete San Juan (a bowl with steak marinating in salsa) and the Chile Verde Wet Burrito.

Bulldoc Korean Fusion $$

Location: 3039 E Campus Pointe Dr, Fresno, CA 93710

Bulldoc

Hours: Monday through Thursday 11 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 11 am to 10 pm, Sunday 11 am to 9 pm

About: Find unique dishes at Bulldoc Korean Fusion. The fast-casual restaurant has tasty wings, fried chicken, and spicy kimchi.  We recommend trying their beef bulgogi and pajeon (Korean pancake filled with veggies).

Trelio Food & Wine $$$

Location: 438 Clovis Ave #4, Clovis, CA 93612

Trelio

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday 5 pm to 8 pm, Friday and Saturday 5 pm to 8:30 pm, Sunday 5 pm to 7 pm

About: Trelio Food & Wine offers an upscale dining experience inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of the Italian Apennine Peninsula and surrounding islands. The food here also has some Californian influences twisting traditional Italian dishes. Trelio takes pride in using local produce making it a great farm-to-fork destination. The service is incredible, and the staff will help you find the best wines to pair with your food. We recommend trying the Shrimp and Polenta.

Parma Restaurant $$$

Location: 6729 N Palm Ave # 101, Fresno, CA 93704

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm

About: Taste the authentic flavors of Italy at Parma Restaurant. The owner, Elena Corsini wanted to bring a little piece of her hometown, Parma, to the Central Valley. Enjoy pasta made from scratch in a warm romantic setting. We recommend tasting the Lasagna Parmigiana or the Antipasto.

Tabachine’s Cocina $$$

Location: 6755 N Palm Ave, Fresno, CA 93704

Plate of tacos made with mushrooms, garnished with sauce and served with a lime

Hours: Wednesday & Thursday 5 pm to 8:30 pm, Friday and Saturday 5 pm to 9:30 pm, Sunday 11 am to 2 pm

About: Dive into Mexican culture as you taste authentic flavors within the dishes at Tabachine’s Cocina. If you’re looking for an intimate dinner setting, this can be the place for you and your loved one. We recommend tasting the mole with chicken and the prawn tostadas.