81 Great Ideas for Valentine’s Day
What to do for Valentine’s Day? Take in a concert! Order what you need to make a special dinner – or make reservations! Go casual for Galentine's Day! What about a pet event? We've tracked down lots of opportunities in South Florida for any budget:
THINGS TO DO
BunnieCakes
WHAT: Order your sweetheart a special cake – with vegan and gluten-free options! Choose Love Multiplier is a three-layer cake ($75), Love Party Pack (a Love Multiplier Cake, a 12-pack of Pieces of My Heart cupcakes and 1 mini-chocolate chips gluten-free gift pack ($112), a Valentine’s Gluten-Free Mini Cake ($14) and other sweet treats.
WHEN: Order now for Valentine’s Day
MORE INFO: BunnieCakes
ChocoValentine Night, online
WHAT: Join chef Ricardo “Cao” Trillos for this fun event where it’s all about love and chocolates. Together we will learn about love and chocolates. You’ll get a box of 12 specialty curated chocolates, including three mini-chocolate bars, a signature brownie, two tasting kits and your choice of red wine, white wine or Prosecco, including nationwide shipping. Zoom link will be provided before the event. $95 per couple.
WHEN: Feb. 13, 7pm EST
WHERE: Online
MORE INFO: Cao Chocolates
Deering Estate Moonlight & Music Valentine’s Day Concert
WHAT: A romantic evening under the stars at the dreamy Deering Estate! Pack a picnic or order food, cozy up on a blanket, and enjoy the sounds of contemporary jazz singer Blanca Rosarrio with an opening performance by Nikki Kidd. Guests can bring blankets, lawn chairs and small picnic baskets (but no pets, large coolers, open flames, candles, balloons, pop-up tents). Food ordered from Joanna’s Marketplace will be available for pickup at the concert. Coffee Vibes, Lobsta Rolls and The Cask will sell refreshments and food.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 8pm. Call Joanna’s Marketplace catering department at 305-661-5777 to place your order by Friday, February 10 at noon.
WHERE: 16701 SW 72nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Deering Estate
“Love Potion” Cocktail at Brightline
WHAT: Guests traveling on Brightline for date night can stop by Mary Mary, their in-station bar, for their cocktail featuring Tito’s vodka, strawberry puree, sweet and sour mix, orange juice, cranberry juice and a splash of Prosecco ($16).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 600 NW 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Brightline
Valentine’s Day Dog Event, Wynwood
WHAT: Celebrate the season of love with your four-legged best friend at Wynwood's Interactive Shot Bar and NightClub, Shots. There will also be Yappy Hour drink specials for humans and a variety of dog vendors onsite for the pups to enjoy. Don't miss out on top-notch products from Raw Instincts, Moon Dog Barkery, and P etit Pups Pawtique. Shots will be holding a free raffle where your pup can enter to win a Valentine's Day-themed prize basket.
WHEN: Feb. 11, 5-8pm
WHERE: 311 NW 23 St.
MORE: Shot Bar
TAKEOUT AND ORDER IN
COTE Korean Steakhouse
WHAT: The Michelin-starred restaurants is offering Cupid’s Feast, serving 2-3, featuring 1 USDA Prime hanger steak (7 oz.), 1 American Wagyu “COTE” steak (7 oz.) and USDA prime marinated galbi (5 oz.); 1 pc. dry aged beef fat; 4 house pickled vegetables; 1 jar of Ssamjang Sauce (6 oz.); 1 jar of Gastronome’s Salt (4 oz.); lettuce; a tin of Regiis Ova Golden Ossetra Caviar and “The Love Below” mocktails with Chrysanthemum, Pomegranate and Verjus. ($219.95)
WHEN: Order via Goldbelly
MORE INFO: COTE Cupid's Feast
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, Coconut Grove, Wynwood and Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Give sweets or order them for your special dinner, like Strawberry Crunch Cake, Red Velvet Cheesecake and Red Velvet Cake.
WHEN: Order before Feb. 14
WHERE: Coconut Grove: 3435 Main Hwy.; Wynwood: 2545 N. Main Ave.; Fort Lauderdale: 250 N. Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Fireman Derek's
Gaucho Ranch Dinners
WHAT: Choose a specially curated package to make a perfect dinner. “Just the 2 of us” includes two Gaucho Ranch ribeyes, one bottle of Tomero Malbec 2020, one Deca and Otto Dulce de Leche ($58.50). “Crazy in love” includes a pack of filet mignon, Tomero Malbec 2020, one Deca and Otto Dulce de Leche ($55). Packages are for in-store pickup or local delivery.
WHEN: On sale through Feb. 14
WHERE: 7201 NE 4 Ave., Loft 101
MORE INFO: Gaucho Ranch
MKT Kitchen Takeout and Chill Dinner for Two
WHAT: Two pounds of medium stone crabs, house salad for two; choice of one side for two (creamed spinach or pasta arrabiata); choice of one dessert for two (2 slices of key lime pie or 2 cookies); choice of red or white bottle of wine. ($149).
WHEN: Order before Feb. 14
WHERE: 1831 Ponce de Leon
MORE INFO: Pre-order in-person at 305-882-2600, or email info@mktkitchen.com
Perry’s Steakhouse, Coral Gables
WHAT: Order a candlelight dinner for two, including filet mignon ($145 per person) or three-course menu – filet, their famous pork chop, chargrilled salmon, chicken Oscar, among others ($69 per person).
WHEN: Candlelight Dinner available Feb. 11-14; three-course menu Feb. 14
MORE INFO: Perry's Steakhouse
Pura Vida Miami
WHAT: Heart-shaped Lemon Lavender and Earl Grey Rose cookies and promotions on mobile orders and merchandise. Additionally, available In stores and online, receive 20% off Pura Vida Miami’s Belt Bag and Tote Bag starting February 1st until Valentine's Day.
WHEN: Feb. 1-14. A complimentary cookie also comes with any order of $45+ when you order through the Pura Vida MIami app from Feb. 12-14.
MORE INFO: Pura Vida Miami
RESTAURANTS AND LOUNGES
Broward County
B Ocean Resort, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Special three-course meals at Naked Crab Seafood Kitchen & Bar, Wreck Bar and Florida Bar for Valentine’s Day.
WHEN: Feb. 10-14
WHERE: 1140 Seabreeze Blvd.
MORE INFO: Naked Crab
Burlock Coast, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Special Valentine’s Day Package includes a Seafood Platter with 4 oysters, 4 shrimp cocktail, poke and smoked fish dip; Crustacean Kisses featuring butter poached lobster, sweet corn risotto, watercress, roasted mushrooms; and Piece Of My Heart, a white chocolate Grand Marnier mousse with Torrone pistachio. ($125 per couple)
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
MORE INFO: 954-302-6430 or email at steve.mulch@ritzcarlton.com
La Fuga, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Dinner for two features a prime selection of Italian dishes, such as tagliatelle ai ragú, linguine frutti di mare and filet mignon alla Gorgonzola, plus tiramisu, panna cotta or cannoli ($130 per couple).
WHEN: Feb. 14, 6-10pm
WHERE: Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, 2900 Riomar St.
MORE INFO: La Fuga
Lona Cocina & Tequileria, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Celebrate amor oceanside with a Mexican Valentine’s menu, including guacamole, fajitas for two, lobster and clams quesadilla and a special cocktail ($65 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, 321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
MORE INFO: Lona
No Man’s Land
WHAT: Enjoy a four-course pairing menu featuring cocktails and bites at Fort Lauderdale’s intimate cocktail parlor, longe and eatery ($50 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 666 Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: No Man’s Land
Planta, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s with a plant-based dinner menu including dishes like, the three-course menu includes plant-based caviar service, udon noodles with truffle and red velvet lava cake ($79 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Fort Lauderdale: 1201 E Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Planta
Rivertail, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Special prix-fixe menu includes wahoo carpaccio, scallops, lobster linguini and chocolate cake ($85).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 4 W Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Rivertail
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
WHAT: Special Valentine’s Day menu and dishes at the restaurants here, including NYY Steak, 1st Street Deli, Sorrisi and Sunset Grill.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: U.S. 441 and Sample Road
MORE INFO: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Miami-Dade
1-800-Lucky, Wynwood
WHAT: A fun and affordable Galentine’s Day celebration with drink and bottle specials and Asian food from vendors like James Beard Award semifinalist Valerie Chang and NYC restaurateur Nicole Ponseca from Jeepney.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 143 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: 1-800-LUCKY
Abbale Telavivian Kitchen, South Beach
WHAT: Enjoy Valentine’s Day in a romantic indoor/outdoor setting and dine on a five-course prix-fixe menu that includes dishes like shuk salad, crispy halloumi and roasted grapes salad, Florida rock shrimp, Wagyu shawarma, baklava and pistachio gelato, plus a glass of LaMarca prosecco ($115 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 846 Commerce St.
MORE INFO: Abbale Telavivian Kitchen
ADDiKT Modern Kitchen at W Miami, Brickell
WHAT: Girl’s Best Friend mixer for Galentine’s Day for the gals and furry pals at the W Miami’s signature rooftop restaurant. Sip on pet inspired cocktails like the Meowtini.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: W Miami, 485 Brickell
MORE INFO: ADDiKT
Avra Estiatorio Miami, Sunny Isles Beach
WHAT: Travel to the Greek islands and enjoy oysters and Kaluga caviar, wahoo sashimi and Chocolate in Love, featuring dark chocolate and creamy rose petal ice cream.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 17945 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Avra Estiatorio
Balan’s, Brickell
WHAT: This chic brasserie offers a romantic dinner with live entertainment. On Galentine’s Day all women who reserve for dinner get a welcome glass of bubbly with purchase of an entree.
WHEN: Feb. 13-14
WHERE: 901 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Balan’s
Barton G The Restaurant, Miami Beach
WHAT: Over-the-top tasting menu includes lobster pop-tarts, laughing bird popcorn shrimp and seafood bubble bath, plus a couples cocktail.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1427 West Ave.
MORE INFO: Barton G
Beaker & Gray, Wynwood
WHAT: Globally inspired shareable plates and inventive cocktails like Velvet Revolver and a special dessert, Mexican Chocolate Molten Cake with strawberry syrup and chocolate ice cream.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2637 N Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Beaker & Gray
Bourbon Steak, Aventura
WHAT: Chef Michael Mina’s three-course menu includes Delmonico ribeye, pan-seared local snapper and miso-glazed sea bass, Maine lobster bisque, white chocolate mouse with mango and passion fruit compote ($180 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, 19999 W Country Club Dr.
MORE INFO: Bourbon Steak
Bulla Gastrobar, Coral Gables, Doral and The Falls
WHAT: Four-course prix-fixe menu for two includes two glasses of sparkling wine and a selection of dishes like salmon carpaccio, grilled steal and Chef’s board ($130 per couple).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Coral Gables: 2500 Ponce de Leon; Doral: 5335 NW 87 Ave.; The Falls: 8870 SW 136 St.
MORE INFO: Bulla Gastrobar
Cafe La Trova, Little Havana
WHAT: Celebrate love Cuban-style with a four-course prix-fixe menu with dishes from award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein and celebrated bartender Julio Cabrera, plus live bolero and jazz, a glass of Prosecco or a Mojito Criollo and a rose or cigar. ($110 per person)
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 971 SW 8 St.
MORE INFO: Cafe La Trova
Cantina Beach, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Special Noche de Amor menu features an amuse bouche followed by four courses ($125 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14, 6-10pm
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, 605 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Cantina Beach
Carbone, Miami Beach
WHAT: Elegant four-course dinner featuring their iconic dishes plus a few special additions for a romantic Italian meal.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 49 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Carbone Miami
Casa Bufala, Miami Beach
WHAT: Heart-shaped classic margherita pizza ($20) and $8 cocktails, including the signature Aperol Spritz, Negroni and Basilicito, a twist on the classic mojito.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1874 Bay Rd.
MORE INFO: Casa Bufala
Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant & Wine Bar, Kendall
WHAT: Valentine’s Day four-course prix-fixe menu includes choices like Alaskan salmon and Harris Ranch Black Angus filet mignon ($95 per person)
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Palms at Town and Country, 11715 Sherri Lane
MORE INFO: Chef Adrianne’s
Bayshore Club, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Treat your special someone to a waterfront meal. The special prix-fixe menu includes dishes like hamachi tiradito, Chilean sea bass and chocolate cuatro leches ($85 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3391 Pan American Dr.
MORE INFO: Bayshore Club
Coco Miami, Design District
WHAT: Luxurious new spot features shareable menu options like whole green circle chicken, 40-oz Wagyu cote de boeuf or Dover sole followed by La Vie en Rose dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 8 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: Coco Miami
Copper 29 Bar, Coral Gables
WHAT: Gather your singles crew for the Love Bites Anti-Valentine’s Party. Free red roses for women and special pop-up by Maker’s Mark featuring two special cocktails, live DJ, extended happy hour specials.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 206 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Copper 29
COTE Miami, Design District
WHAT: Valentine’s Day Celebration menu features Steak and Eggs with hand-cut filet mignon tartare and Kaluga royal hybrid caviar or Japanese A5 filet mignon and marinated galbi ($175 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 13 and Feb. 14
WHERE: 3900 NE 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: COTE Miami
The Deck at Island Gardens, Miami
WHAT: Waterfront and main dining room packages include specially curated five-course prix-fixe menu paired with Veuve Clicquot champagne and long-stemmed red roses ($200 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 888 MacArthur Causeway
MORE INFO: The Deck at Island Gardens
Dōma, Wynwood
WHAT: Four-course Valentine’s Day prix-fixe dinner includes dishes like beef carpaccio, baby roasted eggplant, tagliolini with black truffle and chocolate caramel mousse cake ($125 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 35 NE 26 St.
MORE INFO: Doma Wynwood
Fabel Miami
WHAT: Three-course family-style prix-fixe menu in this open-air rooftop restaurant and lounge includes dishes like loupe de mer “kibbe,” ras el hanout short rub or tandoori spiced redfish ($88 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 50 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: Fabel Miami
Fiola Miami, Coral Gables
WHAT: Five-course menu curated by executive chef Daniel Ganem includes dishes like Rhode Island seared scallop and black Perigord truffles, lobster ravioli and Dover sole ($185 per person Mon. and $225 per person Tue.)
WHEN: Feb. 13 and 14
WHERE: 1500 San Ignacio Ave.
MORE INFO: Fiola Miami
Glass & Vine, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day al fresco under the twinkling lights overlooking Peacock Park and dine on a three-course prix-fixe menu that includes dishes like duck rillette, Florida lobster bucatini and grilled Berkshire pork chop ($75 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2820 McFarlane Rd.
MORE INFO: Glass & Vine
Havana Harry’s, Coral Gables
WHAT: Celebrate with Cuban food in a four-course prix-fixe menu for two, including two mojitos and dishes including Cubanitos, churrasco steak and flan ($95 per couple).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 4612 S LeJeune Rd.
MORE INFO: Havana Harry’s
Isabelle’s Grill Room and Garden, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Five-course prix-fixe menu plus a complimentary glass of bubbly and live music ($145 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14, 5-10pm
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27 Ave.
MORE INFO: Isabelle's Grill Room and Garden
Issabella’s, Miami Beach
WHAT: Enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a romantic candlelit setting with tapas-style dishes in a special Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menu ($75 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1022 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Issabella’s
Jaya at The Setai Miami Beach
WHAT: Pan-Asian five-course menu includes dishes like tuna tartlet, truffle dumplings and filet mignon ($145 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2001 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: The Setai
JohnMartin’s, Coral Gables
WHAT: Special three-course menu includes dishes like beet salad, filet mignon, wahoo and chocolate cake ($85).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 253 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: JohnMartin’s
Joia Beach, Miami
WHAT: Experience their Oui, Joia Amour dinner party, featuring a prix-fixe menu that includes dishes like beef tenderloin carpaccio trio and a glass of Champagne, plus entertainment and sweeping views of the sunset and skyline ($175 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
MORE INFO: Joia Beach
Joliet, Miami Beach
WHAT: Bubbly, oysters and New Orleans-style dishes plus a chocolate cake dessert for two ($100 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1209 17th St.
MORE INFO: Joliet
La Mar by Gaston Acurio, Brickell Key
WHAT: Five-course prix-fixe menu curated by executive chef Diego Oka includes causa flor, tiradito apacionado, lobster pappardelle and a playful dessert with Peruvian dark chocolate, passion fruit and red berries ($165 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Mandarin Oriental, Miami, 500 Brickell Key Dr.
MORE INFO: La Mar
La Terrazza, Coral Gables
WHAT: Dine on the penthouse level above Fiola Miami: a five-course dining experience that includes choices like tuna tartare, hamachi crudo, venison ravioli, Australian Wagyu petite filet and Basque cheesecake ($175 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1515 Sunset Building
MORE INFO: La Terrazza
Le Chick Miami, Wynwood
WHAT: A live jazz duo, romantic cocktails, tasty food and roses hanging from the ceiling.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 310 NW 24 St.
MORE INFO: Le Chick Miami
Le Jardinier, Design District
WHAT: Special three-course menu for lunch and dinner includes dishes like golden beet salad, beef tartar, diver scalllop, farro risotto and a special dessert (lunch $75, dinner $140).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 151 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: Le Jardinier
LEKU, Allapattah
WHAT: Specially open for Valentine’s Day, their special menu includes an amuse bouche, plates like Rosa de Remolacha y Caviar, beetroot rose with Osetra caviar and Tartaleta de foie gras u cocoa, a fish course, roasted Wagyu tenderloin and a dessert filled with strawberries, roses and Madeleines ($225 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1100 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: LEKU Miami
Lightkeepers, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Romantic Love by the Beach five-course menu includes dishes like linguine with clams, mushrooms and Pinot Grigio, Josper grilled Chilean sea bass and a passion fruit soufflé glace for dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 6-10pm
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, 455 Grand Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: Lightkeepers
LIV, Miami Beach
WHAT: Celebrate Galentine’s Day with Green Velvet. Dance the right away and indulge in an assortment of top-tier cookies, the Last Crumb.
WHEN: Feb. 11, 11pm-5am
WHERE: 4441 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: LIV Miami
LPM Restaurant and Bar, Brickell
WHAT: Celebrate at this French Riviera-inspired restaurant and bar, with dishes like tuna tartare, lamb cutlets and chocolate mousse ($225).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1300 Brickell Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: lpmrestaurants.com/miami
Marabú, Brickell
WHAT: Special Chef’s Tasting Menu and other Valentine’s Day offerings like sweet plantains with bacon jam and smoked mozzarella, short rib over corn pureé, roasted peppers and sweet Cuban flan (starting at $55).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Brickell City Centre, 701 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Marabú
MaryGold’s, Wynwood
WHAT: The new Florida brasserie from chef Brad Kilgore and Bar Lab showcases a four-course ($90 per person) or seven-course ($140 per person) tasting menu.
WHEN: Starts Feb. 10
WHERE: 2217 NE Miami Ct.
MORE INFO: MaryGold’s
Mau Miami, Midtown
WHAT: Transport yourself to the Greek Isles with a special Valentine’s Day five-course prix-fixe menu with dishes like chocolate-dipped tuxedo strawberries and a bottle of Moët champagne ($125 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3252 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Mau Miami
Mayami, Miami
WHAT: Elegant dinner that includes dishes like aguachile de langosta, black bass and a strawberry shortcake ($55 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 127 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: Mayami
Mi’Talia, South Miami
WHAT: Take a tour of Italy with a prix-fixe menu ($50 per person) with an optional beverage pairing ($25).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 5958 S. Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Mi’Talia
Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar, Midtown
WHAT: Four-course menu includes a glass of Moët and Chandon champagne, live music and a souvenir ($85 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3201 Buena Vista Blvd.
MORE INFO: Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar
Neya, Surfside
WHAT: Treat your loved one to modern Israeli dishes like seafood black risotto, roasted lamb cutlets with tahini yogurt and Neya cheesecake made with labneh, pecans, passion fruit, caramelized olives and zaatar.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 9491 Harding Ave.
MORE INFO: Neya Restaurant
Nikki Beach, Miami Beach
WHAT: Enjoy heart-shaped pizza and the classic rom-com, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, beachside. Guests receive flower and wine boxes ($185 for two guests).
WHEN: Feb. 14, 7-9pm
WHERE: 1 Ocean Dr., South Beach
MORE INFO: Nikki Beach
Osteria Morini Miami Beach
WHAT: Authentic flamenco music and Italian Valentine’s Day specials, like capesante, risotto, whole grilled snapper and tortino, molten chocolate cake with mint, chocolate sauce and raspberries.
WHEN: Feb. 14; live music starts at 7:30pm
WHERE: 1750 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Osteria Morini
Pelican Cafe, Miami Beach
WHAT: Kick off their special three-course menu with a complimentary Love Potion, then follow with seafood choices and finish with tiramisu or meringa ($90 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 826 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Pelican Cafe
Phuc Yea, Upper East Side Miami
WHAT: Sharing specials just for your Valentine like PY noodles, caramelized chicken wings and Valentine’s Day cocktail flight featuring three specialty craft cocktails ($45)
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 7100 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Phuc Yea
Pisco y Nazca, Doral and Kendall
WHAT: Four-course prix-fixe menu for two features Peruvian classics, including lomo saltado, ceviche and chaufa, plus a Pisco Sour flight for two ($130 per couple).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Doral: 8551 NE 53 St; Kendall: The Palms at Town and Country, 8405 Mills Dr.
MORE INFO: Pisco y Nazca
Planta and Planta Queen, South Beach, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s with a plant-based dinner menu including dishes like, the three-course menu includes plant-based caviar service, udon noodles with truffle and red velvet lava cake ($79 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: South Beach: 850 Commerce St.;Coconut Grove: 3015 Grand Ave.; Fort Lauderdale: 1201 E Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Planta
Platea Miami, Pinecrest
WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special menu that includes tostones with Wagyu picanha, surf and turf tomahawk and dulce de leche mousse ($100 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 12175 S Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Platea Miami
Playa, Miami Beach
WHAT: Five-course menu includes dishes like Playa Rockefeller oysters, roasted lamb rack and “Be My Valentine” red velvet iced cake with fresh berries.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 915 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Playa
R House Wynwood
WHAT: Disco Inferno of Love show with performances by Athena Dion, Jay Foxx, Juicy Love and twin sisters Oscar and Tiffany, plus a glass of bubbly and tasting menu ($75 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14, 8pm
WHERE: 2727 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: R House Wynwood
Root & Bone, South Miami
WHAT: Savor Southern comfort with a four-course menu that includes Riesling poached pear carpaccio, gnocchi and duck confit ($50 per person with optional beverage four-course pairing for $25).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 5958 S Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Root & Bone
RWSB, South Beach
WHAT: Italian prix-fixe menu includes a complimentary glass of champagne and choices like veal ossobuco, Dover sole and triple chocolate mousse ($89 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2201 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: RWSB
Schnebly Redland's Winery, Homestead
WHAT: Celebrate Valentine's Day how you want: four-course dinner and wine pairing, day date picnic, Taste the Stars.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 30205 SW 217 Ave.
MORE INFO: Schnebly Redland's Wintery
Shoma Bazaar, Doral
WHAT: “Night of Love” Valentine package for the whole month of February, inspired by the Lady and the Tramp. Dishes include a heart-shape pizza from Ash Pizza, spaghetti and meatballs from Trattoria Dal Plin, turamisu from Sweet Manifesto and a bottle of wine ($100).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 9420 NW 41 St.
MORE INFO: Shoma Bazaar
Strip Steak by Michael Mina, Miami Beach
WHAT: Special three-course prix-fixe Valentine’s Day menu with a champagne toast ($165 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 10-14
WHERE: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, 4441 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Strip Steak by Michael Mina
Sushi | Bar, Miami Beach
WHAT: Chef Ambrely Ouimette will be in town, bringing the ultimate lover’s truffle and caviar experience with beverage pairings or a signature 17-course omakase experience.
WHEN: Feb. 14 with three seatings: 5:30pm, 7:30pm, 9:45pm
WHERE: 1438 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Sushi | Bar
Sushi by Bou, Brickell
WHAT: Omakase experience served at intimate 4- to 12-seat counters featuring the freshest fish sourced locally and brought in from all over the world.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1300 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Sushi by Bou
Tanuki, South Beach
WHAT: Multi-course menu featuring salmon crudo, warm mushroom salad, crab cake, Cinderella beef puff, sushi tasting, surf and turf and dessert ($90 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1080 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Tanuki
Toro Toro, Downtown Miami
WHAT: Celebrate love at chef Richard Sandoval’s Pan-Latin steakhouse with a festive three-course pix-fixe menu that includes a glass of bubbly and dishes like wahoo ceviche, heirloom tomato carpaccio, an 8-oz. filet, grilled golden tilefish and Cupid’s Heart, a double chocolate mousse ($95 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: InterContinental Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza
MORE INFO: Toro Toro
TUR Kitchen, Coral Gables
WHAT: Special three-course Valentine’s Day menu for lunch and dinner includes dishes like tuna crudo, manti, grilled octopus, black grouper, butternut squash ravioli and orange blossom panna cotta ($125 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 13 and 14
WHERE: 259 Giralda Ave.
MORE INFO: TUR Kitchen
Vinya Table, Coral Gables
WHAT: Spend “A Night in San Sebastián” with a six-course dinner that includes dishes like uni risotto, lobster and sardine salpicon with a lobster vinaigrette ($175 per person). Expert sommelier Allegra Angelo will lead the beverage pairings.
WHEN: Feb. 13
WHERE: 266 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Vinya Wine
FLORIDA KEYS
The Square Grouper, Islamorada
WHAT: Valentine's Day Dinner Specials include panko-encrusted local yellowtail, crispy duck leg confit, surf and turd special and chocolate covered strawberries.
WHEN: Feb. 14, lunch and dinner
WHERE: 80460 Overseas Hwy.
MORE INFO: Square Grouper Islamorada
