60 Places to Take Your Valentine

Al fresco concerts, intimate dinners, specialty cocktails and desserts, fun evenings for friends – South Florida is filled with choices for Valentine's Day.

THINGS TO DO

Moonlight and Music Valentine’s Day Concert, Deering Estate, Miami

WHAT: Concert under the stars featuring Melina Soochan and her jazz quintet reimagining classic love ballads of the jazz era and decades beyond, with songs popularized by artists such as Nat King Cole, Etta James, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Norah Jones, Sade, Adele, Edith Piaf and many more. Guests can pack a picnic, preorder food or purchase food when they arrive, then settle into their lawn chair or cozy up on a blanket and enjoy the sounds
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 8pm
WHERE: 16701 SW 72 Ave.
MORE INFO: Moonlight and Music

Musical Vizcaya with FIU's Symphony Orchestra, Miami

WHAT: Set against the stunning backdrop of the formal gardens, this hour-long concert features 50 musicians from the FIU Symphony Orchestra, bringing to life iconic music scores. The set list will include Schubert's Unfinished Symphony, John Williams' Cinematic Scores and Jerry Bock's Fiddler on the Roof ($15).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 7-8pm
WHERE: Vizcaya’s waterfront gardens, 3251 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Musical Vizcaya

Valentine’s Day Concert, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

WHAT: Live music from Rhythm Street Band by Titus Music, signature cocktails and food from Le Basque Catering (from $79 for tickets).
WHEN: Wed., Feb 24, 4:30-9pm
WHERE: 10901 Old Cutler Rd.
MORE INFO: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

TAKEOUT

Wolfe's Wine Shoppe, Coral Gables

WHAT: Get a four-pack for your romantic at-home dinner. Wolfe’s special from Chateau Landra includes La Roteuse de Landra 2022, a Grenache from Ventoux made in a rose pet nat style; Hors Gamme 2022; Pur Jus Blanc 2022 and Les Boutiers 2016, a blend of Grenache and Syrah.
WHEN: Order now – you can even get delivery
WHERE: 124 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: WolfesWines.com or call 305-445-4567

BROWARD

Boatyard, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT:  Waterfront romance and Valentine’s Day specials, like Allen Brothers Aged Prime Rib and Strawberry Pavlova.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1555 SE 17 St.
MORE INFO: Boatyard

Burlock Coast, The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Dinner for two ($129 per couple) includes a three-course menu and two glasses of sparkling wine.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
MORE INFO: Burlock Coast

Canyon, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Prix-fixe menu for two plus live music.
WHEN: Wed., Feb 14
WHERE: 620 S Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Canyon

The Katherine, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Valentine’s Day specials include truffle-dusted tuna crispy rice and spiced wild mushroom and duck lasagnette.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 723 E Broward Blvd.
MORE INFO: The Katherine

Rivertail, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Waterfront dining plus a three-course prix-fixe menu serving up dishes like passionfruit ceviche, seafood pasta and a chocolate dessert ($75 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 4 W Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Rivertail

S3, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: West Coast oysters, seafood risotto, bluefin tuna platter and bluefin maki roll are among new menu features.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 505 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
MORE INFO: S3

TRP Taste, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Two to Tango invites guests to enjoy a live demo as chef Lyndsey Waters prepares each course, from oysters and pearls to caramel pot de creme ($125 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1 West Las Olas
MORE INFO: TRP Taste

Val+tino, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Five-course chef’s tasting menu with Italian and Mediterranean-inspired dishes, plus live music and desserts crafted by an in-house pastry chef.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 620 S. Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Val+tino

YOLO, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: A la carte dishes, or tableside service from CAM, the Caviar Accoutrement Mobile butler, and champagne.
WHEN: Web., Feb. 14
WHERE: 303 Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: YOLO

YOT Bar and Kitchen, Fort Lauderdale

WHAT: Fixed-price menu for two, live music in a unique dining destination on the New River with a floating dock and outdoor seating surrounded by mega yachts.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 2015 SW 20 St.
MORE INFO: YOT Bar & Kitchen

MIAMI-DADE

Adrift Mare at Hotel AKA Brickell

WHAT: Specially crafted menu showcases favorites like caviar appetizers, prime beef filet, spring peas and vanilla bean pavlova or dark chocolate cake ($98 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Hotel AKA Brickell, 1395 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Adrift Mare

Amelia’s 1931, Kendall

WHAT: Three-course Valentine’s Day menu includes choices like lobster bisque, mis0-glazed salmon, hanger steak and coconut cheesecake ($175 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb.14
WHERE: 13601 SW 26th St, Miami,
MORE INFO: Amelia's 1931

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza and Wings, throughout Miami-Dade and Broward

WHAT: On Galentine’s Day, buy a heart-shaped pizza for $19.99 and add a glass of house wine for only $7. On Valentine’s Day, buy a heart-shaped pizza for $10 and add a bottle of wine for an additional discount.
WHEN: Galentine’s Day Tues., Feb. 13, Valentine’s Day Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Coral Gables, Doral, Pinecrest, Kendall, Miami, Miami Lakes, Aventura, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Weston
MORE INFO: Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Wings

Balan’s, Brickell

WHAT: Specials through February include Single’s Night Wed., Feb. 7; afternoon tea on Sat., Feb. 19; Galentine’s on Tue., Feb. 13; and a special Valentine’s Day menu ($65 per person).
WHEN: February
WHERE: 901 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Balan's

Baoli, Miami

WHAT: For Galentine’s Day, try pink cocktails, a full selection of Asian-inspired food and a special chocolate mousse dessert ($150 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1906 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Baoli Miami

Byblos, Miami Beach

WHAT: Three-course tasting menu includes diver scallops, truffle pide and welcome champagne ($395 per couple).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1545 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Byblos Miami

Cafe La Trova, Little Havana

WHAT: Three-course prix-fixe dinner featuring dishes from James Beard Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein and cocktails by Julio Cabrera and his team of cantineros ($95 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 971 SW 8 St.
MORE INFO: Cafe La Trova

The Deck at Island Gardens, Miami

WHAT: Opulent five-course prix-fixe menu includes champagne and dishes like oysters, Alaskan halibut, NY strip steak and pavlova hear, plus live music and a romantic waterfront ambiance ($200-300).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 888 MacArthur Cswy.
MORE INFO: The Deck at Island Gardens

Donna Mare at Cadillac Hotel and Beach Club, Miami Beach

WHAT: Special Valentine’s Day menu for two, with Italian fishes like red beet carpaccio, heart-shaped lobster ravioli or grilled pink veal chop, and raspberry vanilla heart cake.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 3925 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Donna Mare

Finka Table and Tap, West Kendall

WHAT: Special three-course dinner, including a glass of wine, appetizer highlights like Kimchee Mussels and Korean Fried Chicken Bao Buns, entrees like Rainbow Trout, Oven-Roasted Mojo Chicken, Lobster tail, Filet Mignon and more ($150 per person).  
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 14690 SW 26 St.
MORE INFO: Finka Table and Tap

Fiola Miami, Coral Gables

WHAT: Three-course menu with dishes like bluefin tuna and ora king salmon crudo, lobster ravioli and chocolate zuppa inglese cake ($225 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 5:30-10pm
WHERE:1500 San Ignacio Ave.
MORE INFO: Fiola Miami

Fox’s Lounge, South Miami

WHAT: Dinner for two includes braised bone-in short rib with charred leeks and coconut cartel rum flan ($90 per couple).
WHEN: Web., Feb. 14, 4pm-2am
WHERE: 6030 S Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Fox’s Lounge

Gianni’s, Miami Beach

WHAT: Dine at the former Versace Mansion, Villa Casa Casuarina, with a four-course prix-fixe menu offered with a glass of Pommery Champagne (outdoor dining, $225, indoors $175).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Casa Casuarina, 1116 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Gianni’s

Isabelle’s, The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

WHAT: Surf & Turf Valentine’s Special ($62) features peppercorn crusted filet mignon or butter poached lobster tail or order from the a la carte menu.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 3330 SW 27 Ave.
MORE INFO: Isabelle’s

Issabella’s, Miami Beach

WHAT: Specially crafted Valentine’s menu for sharing and enchanting tango performance ($85 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1022 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Issabella’s

Jaya at The Setai, Miami Beach

WHAT: Three-course menu with amuse bouche, dishes like beef tartar, filet mignon and scallop green curry ($145 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb 14
WHERE: 2001 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Jaya at The Setai

JohnMartin’s, Coral Gables

WHAT: Prix-fixe menu features branzino, truffle potato salad, gnocchi, filet ($75). Add a bottle of Moët for $150 for you and your Valentine.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 253 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: JohnMartin’s

Joia Beach Restaurant and Beach Club, Miami

WHAT: Romantic dinner with a special menu ($125 per person) or with champagne ($175 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
MORE INFO: Joia Beach

Joliet, Miami Beach

WHAT: Three-course Valentine’s Day menu features dishes like seared yellowfin tuna, lobster bouillabaisse, rosemary chicken and flourless chocolate dessert ($190 for two).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 5pm-9:30pm
WHERE: 1209 17 St.
MORE INFO: Joliet

Kissaki Miami, Miami Beach

WHAT: 16-course omakase menu or tasting menu features items including four chef’s selection appetizers, 10 specialty nigiri, a handroll and dessert (omakase $250, tasting menu $150).
WHEN: Omakase Wed., Feb. 14-Sun., Feb. 18)
WHERE: 500 South Pointe Dr.
MORE INFO: Kissaki

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Miami

WHAT: Luxurious five-course prix-fixe menu includes dishes like foie gras royale, king salmon, poached Maine lobster and dry-aged beef plus a red velvet cake adorned with strawberry cheesecake mousse and compote ($305 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 151 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon

La Cumbancha, Miami Lakes

WHAT: Cuban-inspired menu and a specialty cocktail, Valentín.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 6743 Main St.
MORE INFO: La Cumbancha

La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Brickell

WHAT: Five-course prix-fixe menu featuring authentic Peruvian flavors curated by executive chef Diego Oka ($175 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Mandarin Oriental, Miami, 5 00 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: La Mar by Gastón Acurio

La Terrazza Bar & Grill, South Miami

WHAT: Three-course prix-fixe meal that features cobia ceviche, milk-fed veal chop and Basque cheesecake ($165 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Penthouse level, 1515 Sunset Bldg.
MORE INFO: La Terrazza Bar & Grill

Le Chick, Wynwood

WHAT: Spend a romantic evening with live music and menu items like a 32-oz. wood-fired Porterhouse steak, served with champagne asparagus, grilled king oyster mushrooms and a truffled compound butter candle, paired with the Iridescent, a gold-dusted champagne cocktail
WHEN: Wed, Feb. 14
WHERE: 310 NW 24th St.
MORE INFO: Le Chick

Lost Boy Dry Goods, downtown Miami

WHAT: Valentine’s 777 features Cupid’s Specials like $7 espresso martini, $7 passion fruit sangria and $7 French kiss, plus charcuterie and cheese platter.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 157 E. Flagler St.
MORE INFO: Lost Boy Dry Goods

LPM Restaurant and Bar, Miami

WHAT: Special Valentine’s Day menu includes French takes on oysters, truffles and chocolate and a Tarte Tropézienne a la Fleur d’Oranger ($195 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1300 Brickell Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: LPM Restaurant and Bar

Magic 13 Brewing Co.'s Galentine's Celebration, Little Haiti

WHAT: Find your Valentine! Live music, cocktails, wines, food. Dress code: green (single and ready to mingle), yellow (it’s complicated) and red (taken and loving it).
WHEN: Thur., Feb 8, 7pm-11pm
WHERE: 340 Northeast 61st Street Miami
MORE INFO: Magic 13 Brewery

Mayfair Grill, Coconut Grove

WHAT: Three-course prix-fixe menu features sweet petite oysters, New York Wagyu steak and lava cake ($125 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, 3000 Florida Ave.
MORE INFO: Mayfair Grill

MILA, Miami Beach

WHAT: Valentine’s Day dinner starts with raps and raw bar offerings, continues with black cod, Wagyu skirt steak and sushi, and a special dessert ($150 per person indoor, $195 outdoor). Or try a special omakase menu ($195).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1636 Meridian
MORE INFO: MILA

MO Bar + Lounge, Mandarin Oriental, Miami

WHAT: Three-course prix-fixe menu includes Alaskan red king crab paired with champagne, Australian Wagyu short rib and sirloin paired with a Serendipity cocktail, and raspberry mousses ($250 per couple).
WHEN: Wed., Feb 14
WHERE: 500 Brickell Key Dr.
MORE INFO: MO Bar + Lounge

Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach

WHAT: Backyard jazz and picnic experience includes a Grand Marnier basket with a blanket for two, bottle of Grand Margarita, cold items and sweet treats ($200 per couple).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 7-10pm
WHERE: 1825 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Nautilus

One K Raw, Brickell

WHAT: Dine under the twinkling lights of One K Raw's outdoor terrace while enjoying an intimate dinner for two.  Menu highlights include the restaurant's raw bar with freshly shucked oysters and stone crab. 
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1000 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: One K Raw

Osaka Nikkei, Brickell

WHAT: Romantic experience for couples includes a prix-fixe menu with a glass of champagne, including ceviche, lobster and chirimoya ureshi ($200 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1300 Brickell Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: Osaka Nikkei

Playa, Miami Beach

WHAT: Prix-fixe menu includes dishes like branzino, lamb chops and specialty desserts and cocktails.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 915 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Playa

Rusty Pelican, Key Biscayne

WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day at this classic waterfront location with a four-course prix-fixe menu that includes oysters, Australian Wagyu Strip au poivre and chocolate mascarpone with cocoa nib mousse ($150 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
MORE INFO: Rusty Pelican

Sexy Fish Miami

WHAT: Lover’s Omakase Menu includes a bottle of Perrier Jouet Grand Brut for every two guests and choices like home-smoked yellowtail, lobster tempura. caviar maki and a dessert platter ($250 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1001 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Sexy Fish Miami

SHINGO, Coral Gables

WHAT: Special holiday prix-fixe menu from chef Singo Akikuni features new dishes including white miso soup with lobster, ikura, uni and chu toro and more ($250 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 112 Alhambra Circle
MORE INFO: SHINGO

Shoma Bazaar, Doral

WHAT: Valentine’s specialty cocktail is the Pink Bomb. 
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 9420 NW 41 St.
MORE INFO: Shoma Bazaar

Social 27 Supper Club, Little Havana

WHAT: Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menu includes appetizers like pescado croquetas or pork belly taquitos, mains like chileta ahumado, pollo a la plancha, and desserts like key lime bar or café flan, to name a few ($95 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 2555 SW 8 St.
MORE INFO: Social 27 Supper Club

Sofia Design District

WHAT: Special a la carte menu includes truffle burrata with caviar, lobster fra diavolo and surf and turf.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 140 NE 39th Street.
MORE INFO: Sofia Design District

Stubborn Seed, Miami Beach

WHAT: Michelin star-awarded restaurant is offering a special eight-course menu ($250 per person) or 11-course menu ($300).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 101 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Stubborn Seed

Sugarcane, Midtown Miami

WHAT: Specialty all-day plates like shellfish tower, lobster bisque and oven-roasted cauliflower.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 3252 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Sugarcane

Sushi | Bar Miami Beach

WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a 17-course omakase experience that includes a champagne toast, a Valentine’s Day-inspired nigiri bite and dessert ($255 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14, 5:30pm, 7:30pm, 9:45pm
WHERE: 1438 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Sushi | Bar

Sushi by Scratch, Coconut Grove

WHAT: Specially curated omakase menu, welcome cocktail, champagne toast and farewell tea ($285 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14 at 5pm, 7:15pm, 9:30pm
WHERE: 3242 Charles St.
MORE INFO: Sushi by Scratch

Tropezón, Miami Beach

WHAT: Three-course menu at the Andalusian gin and tapas restaurant includes whole branzino or one of two paellas plus churros with vanilla ice cream ($120 for two), or order a la carte.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 512 Española Way
MORE INFO: Tropezón

Truluck’s Brickell

WHAT: Specials offered Feb. 10-15 include filet mignon and cold-water lobster tail ($99( and prime ribeye and prime king crab ($130). TRU Love Cocktail and chocolate cherry cheesecake available all February.
WHEN: February
WHERE: 777 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Truluck’s Brickell

Zeru Miami

WHAT: Seven-course tasting menu showcases Mediterranean Basque dishes plus champagne ($155 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 1395 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Zeru Miami

Zucca, Coral Gables

WHAT: Special menu includes dishes like phyllo pastry millefeuille with lobster tail and porcini mushrooms or fried zucchini flowers, seabass, grilled Angus filet mignon and tiramisu or chocolate mousse ($130 per person).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 162 Alcazar
MORE INFO: Zucca Miami

Zuma Miami

WHAT: Valentine’s Day Lux Omakase features kumamoto oysters with uni, caviar and shiso, Waguy tataki, sushi and sashimi and a deluxe dessert platter ($245 per person) or a premium omakase ($205).
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 14
WHERE: 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way
MORE INFO: Zuma Miami