Themed nights are also great.

We've not gone out on Valentines Day in quite a few years. And I don't miss it, we have the most amazing time regardless.

So we've done 5 course meals. Mexican meals, French meals, 1950's themed nights, Midnight Picnics and Jazz nights. Probably way more but can't think right now.

A little bit of planning, cooking and imagination and you can turn your home into any romantic restaurant situation. Throw in some themed music (I also go with themed radio stations... unless I'm making a playlist that has meaning).