We are fortunate to live in a place full of exquisite restaurants and bars, but, this always makes choosing a real chore. Avoid that stress, and take a look at these five Denver gems that will help make the evening with your significant other go as smooth as possible.

For health freaks – True Food Kitchen

2800 East 2nd Avenue

If you’re looking for a healthy meal that won’t leave you in a food coma, go to True Food Kitchen. It’s only a few miles away from campus, and it’s in an elegant, clean setting that you can both appreciate. They’ve also got a special Valentine’s Day menu, which offers a three course meal for $25 per person. Compared to many other Valentine’s menus in the city, this is a steal.

For carnivores – Steuben’s

523 East 17th Avenue

Valentine’s Day may be your big night to pig out with your significant other, and if that’s the case, look no further than Steuben’s. They’ve got a massive menu full of hearty and greasy comfort food that will not disappoint.

For ballers on budgets – The Kitchen Next Door

658 South Colorado Blvd

On a budget this Valentine’s Day? Specializing in a variety of American cuisine, Kitchen Next Door’s most expensive menu item is just $13.95 (excluding their Grilled Hanger Steak for $18.95). It’s the sister restaurant of The Kitchen, one of Denver’s best restaurants, serving as one of the city’s most affordable places to find truly good food.

For cocktailers – The Green Russell

1422 Larimer St.

If you’re planning to stay in for the night, or are looking to grab a cocktail before or after dinner, go to The Green Russell. This speakeasy-style bar serves custom cocktails to your liking in an incredibly intimate setting that any couple will feel a spark within.

For beer lovers – Fermaentra

1715 East Evans Ave.

New in town, Fermaentra serves some seriously good beer just a couple blocks down Evans from campus. Beer lovers should avoid the stress of traveling downtown or elsewhere to find a good brewery, because this place will do the trick, and probably become your favorite new place to drink around campus.