UPDATE: Restaurant Challenge: Who Is Tops in West Des Moines Valentine Dining?

If you haven't chosen a venue for Valentine's Day dinner tonight, Patch readers recommend  Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy., as the best spot for a romantic dining experience.

Read the reviews to find out what they liked. 

Here's what we wrote earlier:

West Des Moines Patch has a perfect way for you to show some Valentine’s Day love to your favorite local restaurants. We’ve chosen three of West Des Moines’ best — Fire Creek, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse and Waterfront Seafood Market — for this friendly competition.

Share the love with your favorite restaurant. In comments, tell us what makes it the best place to spend Valentine's Day. Or click on the links and write a review.

You’ll be the judge — we’ll tell you about that in a moment — and we’ll feature the winner on Patch on Valentine’s Day. Each of them has what it takes — the food, the atmosphere and a fan base (that’s you!) to back them up. Your favorite restaurant needs your vote if it’s going to walk away with bragging rights as the best place to enjoy dinner on Valentine’s Day.

Here’s a Glimpse of the Restaurants Vying for Top Honors:
Fire Creek, 800 S. 50th St.: An upscale steakhouse and bar, Fire Creek has an elegant but casual atmosphere with stone fireplaces. In addition to steak, Fire Creek serves pasta dishes, seafood, salad, soups and appetizers, as well as an extensive wine list. Fire Creek also features live music (usually jazz) on Wednesdays. Make a reservation at 224-0500.

Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy.: Longtime Greater Des Moines residents remember the Johnnie’s Vets Club Steak de Burgo recipe, which is reprised here. Menu items include other steaks, salads, appetizers, cocktails, signature seafood entrees and classic Italian entrees. Chef D.J. Frank supervises the kitchen. Make a reservation at 333-5665.

Waterfront Seafood Market, 2900 University Ave.: This seafood market, restaurant and oyster bar is owned by two brothers with a passion for high-quality seafood. Whenever possible, Waterfront Seafood Market buys its products direct from the docks, working with small fishermen and lobstermen to ensure a fresh selection. Make a reservation at 222-5106.

Now, Here’s How to Vote:
You are the judge, and your reviews are the votes. Tell us why you love the restaurant, why it’s the perfect place for a Valentine’s Day dinner for two, what makes the food great and the many ways it has earned your loyalty. There are two ways to vote:

Above, we provided to each restaurant’s listing in West Des Moines Patch’s business directory. Click on your favorite restaurant and leave a glowing review for the restaurant and its staff.

You can also comment at the end of this article, again letting us — and all West Des Moines Patch readers — know on our homepage all the reasons you love the restaurant and why it’s a perfect place for dinner for two.

The restaurant with the most amount of reviews and comments once voting closes will win top honors.

Voting starts today and will close at noon on Monday, Feb. 13. The best part? Voting doesn't cost you a thing.

Show these restaurants some love this Valentine's Day, West Des Moines! Make sure you vote.