(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Scarlett Johansson couldnt tear herself away from Sean Penn on Saturday night.

The 26-year-old actress has been romantically linked to the Hollywood star since she announced her split from husband Ryan Reynolds late last year. The pair have now fuelled speculation they are dating after they enjoyed dinner together at Italian eatery Cecconis in Hollywood over the weekend. Even though they were joined by a small group of friends, Scarlett only appeared to be interested in listening to Sean as they tucked into pasta and fish dishes and enjoyed wine.

"They were smiles all night and seemed to have a great time together," a source told People. "Scarlett and Sean sat very closely and exchanged flirty looks.

"Scarlett acted very intrigued by him. She would smile, nod her head and just listen to his stories."

The pair left the restaurant together and Scarlett was spotted trying to hide her face as she sat on Seans lap in the back of a car.

Scarlett and Sean have been seen together several times in the past few months. They are believed to have taken a brief romantic trip to Mexico in January, and Scarlett was photographed with her foot resting provocatively on 50-year-old Seans lap during a recent lunch date.

The stars have denied they are romantically involved, with Scarletts representative previously insisting they are just friends. (C) Cover Media