LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA —It's that time of year to wear your heart on your sleeve! Valentine's Day 2020 falls on Friday, Feb. 14, and area chefs and restaurants are pulling out all the stops with prix-fixe menus, specialty cocktails and desserts.
Patch has rounded up some of Los Angeles County's stand-out dining offerings, from upscale to the relaxed, plus more unique treats such as doughnuts topped with real rose petals and gold flakes, heart-shaped pizzas and Olive Garden's "Breadstick Bouquet." Among the mix, a few Galentine events and anti-Valentine fests for the non-Cupid types.
Enjoy, and Happy Valentine's Day, from Patch!
ALCOVE CAFE & BAKERY + BIG BAR, Los Feliz, 1929 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, California 90027
The neighborhood eatery and bar celebrates Galentine’s Day, Thursday, Feb. 13 beginning at 6 p.m., with a special menu of brunch-themed toasts (such as "Bitches Love Toast"), plus a showing of "9 to 5," starring Dolly Parton, as well as cocktails and a photo booth. Guests can "bedazzle" a cocktail glass to take home, as well. Admission is free. On Valentine’s Day, enjoy “perfect pair”-ings with a selection of the unexpected such as a Black Manhattan with Chocolate Godiva Cake, #Tigermom Gimlet paired with Tiger Cry Steak Lettuce Wraps and a martini paired with an Epic Burger. (323) 644-0100.
Black Manhattan with Chocolate Godiva Cake. Photo credit: Alcove Cafe
ASTRO DOUGHNUTS & FRIED CHICKEN, 2309 Main St., Santa Monica, CA
Astro plays cupid with a Valentine's mini gift box ($24) filled with a dozen, dazzling, special-edition doughnuts, including: the Red Velvet with cream cheese glaze and topped with a real red rose petal; the Strawberry Smoothie, with strawberry yogurt glaze, strawberry drizzle and crowned with a hand-cut strawberry flower; the Tiramisu, filled with Mascarpone mousse and topped with Kahlua coffee glaze, cocoa powder, hand-piped white chocolate heart and edible gold flakes; and the Crème Brulée, Astro’s signature treat with individually torched sugar coating, filled with pastry cream and sprinkled with mini candy hearts. Pre-orders for boxes begin Feb. 10 at info@astrodoughtnutsla.com or 424-280-4414. Last-minute shoppers also can pick up a box Feb. 14 at the Main Street shop, while supplies last.
ATMOSPHERE MAR VISTA, 12034 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Chef Tony will craft a prix-fixe menu for Feb. 14, featuring such options as filet mignon, beet salad, apple and fennel soup and heart-shaped, lobster ravioli. Dessert is a homemade peach tart or Lemon Meyer creme caramel. $55 per person. Reservation details here.
Valentine's Day specials include an a la carte, 36-ounce Brooklyn Porterhouse, served on a sizzling platter for $145, and lobster with stuffed sole sauce Américaine and warm potato salad for $54. Link here to book reservations.
CAFE BIZOU, 30315 Canwood St., Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Celebrate Valentine's weekend on Friday and Saturday with a prix-fixe menu, with entree options of lobster scallop and shrimp pasta, shrimp and lobster risotto, salmon or a trio of filet mignon, short ribs and rack of lamb. $46 per person. Reservation and full menu here.
CAFE DEL REY, 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA
This romantic, harborside restaurant is offering a four-course, prix-fixe menu by Executive Chef Job Carder. Menu starters include Truffled Scallop Ravioli, Pickled Strawberry & Housemade Duck Speck Salad or Charred Salmon Crudo, with such entrée selections as Chilean Seabass, Grilled Ribeye Cap Steak or Grilled Roasted Sonoma Duck Breast. Finish the evening with a decadent dessert. The special is Feb. 14-Feb. 16. $110 per person, excluding tax & gratuity. Call 310-823-6395 for reservations, or book through Cafedelreymarina.com.
From Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 16, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., The CUISINE + CONNECTION menu is a Valentine's Day collaboration between Café Gratitude and Jessica Encell Coleman, founder of The Magic of Human Connection. Each course will be paired with a "Connection Course," a heart-centered activity that you and your partner can incorporate into your dinner to amplify the connection experience throughout the evening. $45 per person. Link to Menu.
CAFE SEVILLA, 140 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA, 90802
Enjoy a special, four-course, prix fixe Valentine’s Day Menu at $59 per person. Or select the meal and the Flamenco Dinner Show Experience for $69 per person. The offer is available Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15. For reservations, call 562-495-1111. To purchase tickets to the dinner-show combo and see the menu, follow this link.
CASSIA, 1314 7th St. Santa Monica, Calif. 90401
The acclaimed Vietnamese restaurant is cooking up a $95-per-person Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menu, with such entrees as Beef Cheek Rendang and Whole Grilled Sea Bass. The dinner is served family-style — perfect for couples or groups — with other specialties like: Vietnamese-Cajun Boudin Balls made with fried pork, rice, pepper jack cheese, remoulade and pickled cabbage; Grilled Honey Lemongrass Pork Ribs; and “Spinach Artichoke Dip” with clay-oven bread. A half-bottle wine pairing, ideal for two, and fun cocktails also planned. Details here. The patio will be open for walk-ins with a limited, à la carte menu.Visit this link to book seats.
Cassia's Whole Grilled Sea Bass: Photo credit Rick Poon
CASTAWAY, 1250 East Harvard Road, Burbank, CA 91501
This romantic restaurant with stunner views is serving a Valentine's Day custom, three-course menu featuring Dungeness Crab Salad, Cape Grim Filet and King Crab Surf & Turf and Alaskan Halibut. A special vegetarian menu including Market Vegetable “Tartare” and Vegan “Scallops” also available. Prices vary by seat selection: patio; window; or inside. Details here.
CATTLE & CLAW, 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
"This Valentine’s Day, the SoCal-cool eatery is shaking up its typical burger and lobster roll offerings in celebration of the year’s most romantic dinner with a five-course, prix fixe menu featuring dishes that eloquently fuse the crustacean and beef love affair. Mango mousse and our Napoléon cake are the perfect endings to our delicious dinner." $69 per person. Details here.
A delightful Chocolate-Inspired Afternoon Tea Service will be served with wine-inspired tea and delicious tea-infused chocolates, followed by the signature Celebration Afternoon Tea Service with soup or salad, tea sandwiches, scones and pastries. The holiday service runs 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14 through Feb. 16. $35 per person. Tickets through Eventbrite. Choose your location: Chado Tea Room South Bay; Chado Tea Room Downtown LA; Chado Tea Room Hollywood or Chado Tea Room Pasadena.
CLEO HOLLYWOOD, 1717 Vine St., Hollywood CA 90028
Indulge in a Valentine's Day special, offering a $75-per-person, prix-fixe menu, that includes warm Jou Jou pita bread with signature dips, a shared appetizer platter with a selection of Cleo Mezze, salad choices of Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese or Mediterranean Lobster Salad, and entree options of Rack of Lamb, Pan-Seared Scallops or Braised Beef Shortrib. For dessert: Angel Heart Food Cake Roulade to share. Details here for menu and reservations.
CLEO THIRD STREET, 8384 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles CA
Dine on Mediterranean cuisine on Valentine's Day at Cleo Third Street, in the Orlando Hotel near West Hollywood. For $75 per person, the restaurant will offer a set menu including a Moet & Chandon Brut Champagne toast, starter choices of Crispy Eggplant & Ricotta Ravioli or Beet & Avocado Salad, and main entree selections of Lobster Risotto or New Zealand Rack of Lamb. Dessert is Pistachio & White Chocolate Souffle. Follow this link for menu and booking details.
CROSSROADS KITCHEN, 8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Vegan-lovers alert! Indulge in a $75 five-course, prix-fixe, vegan Valentine’s menu compliments of Chefs Tal Ronnen and Scot Jones. Begin with complimentary glass of bubbly and choice of “foie gras” with cabernet demi or almond milk burrata with poached pear and fried basil. This is followed by a salad course, and then main course offers of pasta, including black risotto with braised leeks, lemon cream and toasted pine nuts; sun-dried tortelloni alla vodka; or fettuccine with black truffles for an additional $55. For a sweet finish, select passion fruit creme brulee or chocolate brownie ice cream sundae with coconut whip and brandied cherries. Reservations via Yelp for seating at 5 p.m., 7 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.
Beet Salad. Photo credit Lisa Romerein
DELPHINE EATERY & BAR, W Hollywood Hotel, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028
On Friday, Feb. 14, this warm and cozy bistro will serve a four-course menu featuring Salmon Shots with Fresno Chili, Truffle Ponzu, Avocado and Micro Wasabi, Lobster Tail with Asparagus, Watercress and Nori Buerre Blanc and Oreo Cookie Cheesecake. $85 per person. An additional wine pairing will be offered with each course. Follow this link to make reservations.
How sweet is this? The Dolly Llama, a waffle and ice cream shop, has introduced a Valentine’s Day-themed treat perfect for this holiday. The chef-curated, waffle-and-ice-cream dessert starts with a choice of a light and crispy bubble waffle or OG Liefe waffle and is then loaded with a massive scoop of ice cream and topped with heart candies and a generous drizzle of chocolate sauce ($11).
--Photos via The Dolly Llama
DISTRICT DTLA, Plaza Level inside The Bloc, 700 W. 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90017
The modern restaurant, on courtyard level of The Bloc, is offering a three-course, prix-fixe menu Friday, Feb. 14 for $48 per person, with selections featuring a Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Lolla Rossa lettuce, watercress, heirloom tomatoes and a mango-passion fruit vinaigrette; Herb Grilled Beef Filet with truffle potato gratin, roasted baby tomatoes, root vegetables and pommery-red wine jus; and a warm Apple Crostata with French Vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle. Guests also can choose a 24-ounce, Bone-in New York Strip Steak with four side dishes for $85, which serves two people. Link to menu.
DOMINIQUE'S KITCHEN, 522 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach, CA
Begin your Valentine's Day meal with French pink bubbly and end with a dessert trio. In between, the prix-fixe menu includes choices of organic pasta with black truffles, lobster risotto or a three-meat platter with filet mignon, lamb chops and pork filet. $99.99 per person. Details here.
DOUBLETREE CLAREMONT, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont, CA
Valentine's Day Detective Dinner & Murder-Mystery Show: Book seats for a fantastic dinner, where "the criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!" Reservations are going fast. Details & ticket info here.
ESTERS WINE SHOP & BAR, 1314 7th St., Santa Monica, California 90401
Celebrating Galentine’s Day? Meet up at Esters Saturday, Feb. 15 for a day of fun and friendship. Start with brunch, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., with Croque Madames and Brunchy Avocado Toast, a Galentine’s Sparkling Cocktail, Giffard’s Lichi-Li or Pinot Noir float. Follow that with local florist Krystal Chang's “The Language of Flowers – A Val/Gal-entine’s Workshop” from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Learn significant meanings behind various, seasonal flowers and how to build a loose, garden-inspired vase arrangement. Flowers, vases, tools and a glass of sparkling rosé provided. Limited spots available, and tickets can be purchased via Chang’s website.
From Thursday, Feb. 6 through Sunday, Feb. 16, the all-American restaurant will serve a special "Love Potion" cocktail, made with gin, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, Eureka!'s Signature Lavender Iced Tea, Grand Poppy Liqueur, rose water bitters, lemon bitters, rimmed with rose sugar and garnished with a cosmo flower. Adding to the "love is in the air" season, Eureka! is hosting "Love Potion Cocktail Classes," an interactive dining experience — perfect for couples or a girl's night out. Participants create the specialty cocktail, enjoy appetizers and leave with Valentine's Day treats and swag. Tickets are $25 through Eventbrite links below.
Tuesday, Feb. 11 -6:30 p.m: Love Potion Cocktail Class at Eureka! Woodland Hills (ticket link here); Hawthorne (ticket link here ); Claremont (ticket link here); and Cerritos (ticket link here).
EVER BAR, 1800 Argyle Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
If Cupid is not your thing this year, consider this “Anti” Valentine’s Day Party Friday, Feb. 14 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Embrace your single self, and enjoy live music, great cocktails, and celebrate with #SinglesForLife. Bring a photo of your ex, and shred it for a complimentary shot. See the flyer.
FUEGO, Hotel Maya 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, CA 90802
A weekend of Valentine's specials awaits beginning with a four-course, prix-fixe Valentine’s Day dinner Friday, Feb. 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with live acoustic guitar music by Andy Abad from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. On Saturday, Feb. 15, Fuego will present its full menu including unique Valentine’s specials a la carte, along with live acoustic guitar music by Omar Torrez from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fuego also is planning a sweet Cupid Sunday Brunch Sunday, Feb. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., along with live Latin jazz music featuring Francisco Reyes with vocalist Rain Bisou. A “Love Struck” specialty drink will be served throughout the weekend. See details here.
--Image courtesy of Hotel Maya – a DoubleTree by Hilton
Whether you're cooking to impress or adding some romance with hand-dipped chocolate strawberries and long-stemmed red roses, Gelson's has you covered. Keep it simple and shop for Certified Angus Beef® Choice Boneless New York Strip Steak & Lobster Tail "Surf n Turf" or Certified Angus Beef® Prime Porterhouse or T-Bone "Steak for Two." Or place an order for hand-dipped chocolate strawberries. Last day to order is Feb. 12. Also available to complete the evening: Pick up roses and tulips or choose from a selection of Rosés and Champagnes.
GEOFFREY'S MALIBU, 27400 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA
Celebrate at an oceanfront icon, with Executive Chef Bijan Shokatfard's three-course, prix-fixe menus for brunch and dinner on Feb. 14. Brunch, at $68 per person or $48 for children 12 and younger, offers four starter selections including, Mixed Green Salad with fresh Raspberries or Lobster Spring Roll. Among entree choices: Lobster Cake Benedict; Herb Crusted Salmon; or Grilled Filet Mignon. The dinner, $125 per person, features such options as Miso Braised Tofu, Fresh Maine Lobster and Braised Kobe Beef. Decadent desserts for both. See menu details here. A "Day After Valentine’s Day Menu," on Feb. 15, also is available with three courses for $85 per person. Details on that here.
GRACIAS MADRE WEST HOLLYWOOD, 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
From Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16, guests can celebrate with Valentine’s Day specials, including Gracias Madre’s signature So Fresa So Clean for two, as well as the Elegance cocktail by Vincent Couche, Smoked Bok Choy Salad, Taquero Mucho Tacos and a delicious Chocolate Pound Cake to end the night on a sweet note. Follow Gracias Madre WeHo here on Facebook.
GWEN BUTCHER SHOP & RESTAURANT, 6600 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Dine in grand style Valentine’s Day with a $135, six-course, prix-fixe menu from Chef de Cuisine Juan Rendon. Offerings include: Gwen’s signature stecca bread and beurre de baratte; pear salad; and potato tortellini with clams, saffron and leeks; followed by a choice of grilled pork tenderloin or Jack’s Creek New York Strip with beef jus, marinated beets and jasper roasted carrots. A red velvet cake is served to finish. Add caviar supplement for $75 or black truffles at market price. The menu will be offered 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. Reservations available via OpenTable. Cooking at home? Consider Gwen’s special Black Truffle Lined Gallus Brun Chicken (pre-order only), as well as Wagyu Tallow Candles that can be burned and used as a dip for bread.
--Photo credit: Wonho Frank Lee
HERE AND NOW, 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Spend Friday, Feb. 14 at a "big, fun, inclusive love party for everyone": couples, friends, lovers and even Valentine's Day haters. Themed cocktails include the Apple Of My Eye, Met Your Matcha, That’s Amaro, Let’s Smash and Lube-elation. For those looking to meet someone new, the bar will be serving the Cupid’s Arrow, a shot you can buy for someone you find attractive and would like to chat with further. Also on tap will be food and drink specials, plus tunes from DJ Couples Therapy. No cover charge. Follow Here and Now here on Facebook.
HUCKLEBERRY BAKERY & CAFE, 1014 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica CA 90401
Huckleberry Bakery & Café is offering Valentine’s Day sweets that can be ordered in advance, with some available in the pastry case that day. Highlights include Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries in boxes of six for $12, Heart-Shaped Shortbread Cookies with strawberry glaze and Valentine’s icing messages for $3 each, a Heart-Shaped Chocolate Caramel Tart with ganache, whipped cream and cocoa nibs in individual sizes for $7.50 or large (feeds 10-12 people) for $45. Catering orders must be placed by Feb. 11 at 5 p.m. by calling 310-451-2311 or ordering online, with the full menu available here.
--Huckleberry's Chocolate Caramel Tart. Photo Credit Lindsey Huttrer
INKO NITO Arts District, 225-227 Garey St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Dine at the unconventional robatayaki outpost in the Arts District and enjoy a four-course Omakase menu and a festive cocktail for $65 per person (minimum two people). The Japanese dinner features Dungeness crab maki with wasabi tobiko and yuzu mayo; U10 Scallops with sweet soy and shichimi yogurt slaw; 10-ounce Black Angus Ribeye with wasabi, brown butter and ponzu; Maitake mushrooms with white sesame, daikon cress and black truffle; and Crème Brulee with soy caramel cream, Asian pear salad and roasted rice. Details and booking info here.
JANE Q, 1800 Argyle Ave., Hollywood, CA 90028
Spend Valentine’s date night, Friday, Feb. 14, at Jane Q with a special prix-fixe menu, decadent desserts and festive cocktails, including the “Q-Pid Rose” cocktail – perfect for that special someone, who loves roses and cocktails. Menu includes such app and entree options as Beets and Buratta, Eggplant Parmigiani and Flank Steak with Confit marble potatoes, mushroom ragout and truffle butter. $45 per person. Details on menu and reservations here.
KASIH LA, 200 Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
The restaurant in Little Tokyo will host a romantic, one-of-a-kind, modern Indonesian cuisine experience on Feb. 14 with a five-course Valentine’s dinner featuring pescatarian, vegetarian or meat options paired with a glass of Champagne. $45 per person. See the special menu here. Book reservations here.
KATANA, 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA
Dine on an Izakaya Feast for Two for $180, served with complimentary glasses of champagne for each guest. Menu includes such appetizers as Hanabi, Hamachi Diced and Maguro Carpaccio, Robata including Kobe Pepper, Lamb Chops, Chilean Seabass, an assortment of Sushi and Rolls, and a Creme Brûlée Heart Cheesecake with red velvet tuile for dessert. Follow this linkto book a table for Feb. 14.
KATSUYA L.A. LIVE, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles CA
The special Valentine’s Day menu includes fabulous, a la carte selections of Lobster Tacos, Glacier 51 Patagonian Toothfish, Japanese A5 Wagyu Striploin and chocolate-covered strawberries. Follow this link for menu details and reservation information.
-Photo credit: Katsuya L.A. Live
KLATCH COFFEE, 306 S. Pacific Coast Hwy ., Redondo Beach, CA 90277
If you and your significant other are java fans, enroll in this Valentine’s Day Latte Art Class Feb. 14 from 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Couples can work together to perfect their skills with instruction from one of Klatch’s competition-winning baristas. The event is at Klatch’s Redondo Beach location. Tickets are on sale here for $125 per person.
The luxury cake boutique is offering its six-inch ($50) and individual ($9.50) chocolate heart cakes from Feb. 12 through Feb. 16. Available in such varieties as: Framboise au Chocolat: chocolate mousse, raspberry compote, chocolate sponge, chocolate ganache, raspberry gelee; Gateau au Chocolat: dark chocolate sponge, crushed walnuts, chocolate mousse, dark chocolate ganache, gold dust; Couronne du Chocolat: alternating layers of chocolate sponge cake and dark chocolate mousse, finished with a chocolate ganache, chocolate crumbs and white chocolate shavings. See details here.
LAWRY'S THE PRIME RIB, 100 La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Dine on a four-course feast for two that includes a crab and avocado "amuse bouche" to share, the Original Spinning Bowl Salad, prime rib carved tableside and accompaniments including mashed potatoes and a choice of creamed corn or creamed spinach. Additional entree options — Skuna Bay salmon with lobster mash, Beef Wellington and marinated portobello steak— will be available, as well. At the meal's end, enjoy a C.C. Brown’s hot fudge sundae. The Valentine’s Day menu will be offered Thurs., Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16. Reservations via OpenTable here. $129 for two guests, not including tax and gratuity.
--Photo credit: Andrea D’Agosto
LIDO DI MANHATTAN, 1550 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA
Choose from indoor or patio seating, and dine on a special Valentine's menu Feb. 14, offering such themed dishes as "Burning Up For Your Love Chicken Marsala," "Love Me Tender Chilean Sea Bass," "Cupid's Grilled Sea Scallop Salad" or "Love Of Don Juan Prime Filet Mignon & Lobster." Wine pairing available at $38 per person. See menu and reservation details here.
LITTLE DOM'S, 2128 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Anti-Cupid types will appreciate this! Little Dom’s Pastry Chef Ann Kirk is offering her signature snarky Anti-Valentine’s cookies, with such sayings as “I Love Wine,” “F.O.,” and “NO.” Available through Feb. 14. See Little Dom's on Facebook.
Show someone you care with a heart-shaped pizza from Lucifer’s Pizza, known for its signature spice levels, ranging from "zero" to "blazing." The offer will be Friday, Feb. 14 for four hours — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All specialty combinations pizzas, or those with chosen toppings, can be turned into the symbol of love, for any large, regular crust pizza at no additional charge. Personal-size pizzas and gluten-free dough are not included in the offer. See company web site for phone numbers and details.
LUMINARIAS, 3500 Ramona Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Celebrate Valentine's Day Feb. 14 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Spanish-style hacienda on the hill with a four-course, prix-fixe menu featuring: Aguachile de Callitos with scallops, spicy tomatillo lime broth, avocado, red onion, cucumber, radish, cilantro; Sopa Cremosa de Salmon y Eneldo (Salmon Dill Bisque); Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass with caviar, sautéed broccolini, golden saffron mashed potatoes; Braised Pork Shanks with mushroom rice and medley seasonal vegetables; or Sautéed Skirt Steak with rosemary garlic sauce, Oaxaca leeks potato gratin, grilled asparagus. See details and reservation info here.
MARGOT, 8820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA
With indoor and outdoor dining spaces, with 360-degree views, Margot serves coastal Mediterranean cuisine, plus has planned a Valentine's Day offering of a whole lobster for two and a dessert sampler for two —a tasting-sized portion of four decadent desserts: flourless chocolate torte, tiramisu tres leches, vegan almond sorbet, and a seasonal fruit panna cotta. Follow this link to book reservations.
MICHAEL'S SANTA MONICA, 1147 3rd St., Santa Monica, CA 90403
Enjoy a romantic, four-course, prix-fixe menu in a gorgeous setting on Friday, Feb. 14, courtesy of Executive Chef Brian Bornemann. Dinner begins with two plates to share, including a yellowtail aguachile and flowering pea tendril salad, with an option to add roe-adorned oysters for an additional $15 per person. Pasta and main courses follow with choices ranging from black truffle risotto and Bornemann’s signature caviar cappelletti, to dry-aged prime rib with Barolo jus and slow local polenta with blistered mushrooms. End the night with passion fruit pavlova or dark chocolate Averna mousse with candied hazelnuts. $99 per person with optional wine pairing for $55 per person. Reservations here.
MICKEYS DELI, 101 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA
A heart-shaped pizza perfect for hopeless romantics! Doordash and Mickeys are partnering for a .99 cent delivery on Feb. 14. for the pizza, which sells for $15.99, with additional toppings at $1.99 each. The pizzas can be pre-ordered for Friday delivery. Details here.
MINIBAR HOLLYWOOD, 6141 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068
The Franklin Village-Village People Valentine's Party! MiniBar Hollywood is partnering with Compass Box Whisky for Valentine’s Day. Starting at 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, MiniBar will have some HOT COPS (male go-go dancers) passing out drinks and citations. Late-night drink specials will be available on Compass Box Penicillin cocktails, Scotch cocktails and Compass Box highballs. (323) 798-4939.
MILO & OLIVE, 2723 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403
The Milo & Olive team is prepping for some awesome Valentine’s Day specials like: Black Truffle Risotto with crispy king trumpet mushrooms, pecorino and micro chervil; Crispy Braised Pork Belly with celery root & sunchoke purée, apple cider vinegar jus and crispy Brussels sprouts; and Blood Orange Galette with einkorn sucrée, vanilla bean pastry cream & citrus curd. Optional wine pairings available, too. See website here.
Milo & Olive's Blood Orange Galette. Photo credit Lindsey Huttrer
MOONSHADOWS, 20356 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu CA
Enjoy this "world Famous" Valentine's prix-fixe dinner featuring three courses. Multiple selections per course, and three seating options: 4 p.m.; 6 p.m; 8:15 p.m $89. per person. Reservations recommended. More info here.
NELSON'S, Terranea, Resort, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
A Valentine's Weekend special runs Feb. 14-Feb. 16 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. with rib-eye steaks and lobster tails on the menu, along with "The Passion" and "zesty 'Kiss' cocktails.'" Details here.
94TH AERO SQUADRON, 16320 Raymer St., Van Nuys, CA 91406
Celebrate the holiday with a la carte options or a signature, four-course, prix-fixe menu, as well as a specialty Valentine’s Day cocktail "Cupid." A la carte items include: Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail; Lump Crab and Lobster Bisque; Crab Stuffed Salmon; Lobster Tail; or 12-ounce Herb Crusted Prime Rib Au Jus. The prix-fixe menu features: Mini Beef Wellington and Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail; Pan-Seared Scallops; 8-ounce Charbroiled Filet Mignon; or 18-ounce Roasted Rack of Lamb. Reservation and menu details here.
--Photo credit: 94th Aero Squadron
NORAH, 8279 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA
Make it the perfect, romantic night out with Norah's seven-course chef's tasting menu. $75 per person. Dine on black truffles, seafood, wagyu beef and more. The cap the night with a shareable Chocolate Passion Cake, a rich chocolate layer cake with chocolate-cream cheese frosting, salted caramel, passion fruit curd and candied pecans. Link is here for reservations.
OCEAN PRIME BEVERLY HILLS, 9595 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Dine on Roasted Sea Bass over Alaskan King Crab Gnocchi with champagne cream, topped with baby carrot salad in a preserved lemon pepper vinaigrette for $65. Cap off the night with a selection of fan-favorite desserts, including the Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Ten Layer Carrot Cake or the Warm Butter Cake. Reservations are recommended and can be made at (310) 859-4818 or online.
ODYSSEY, 15600 Odyssey Drive, Granada Hills, CA 91344
Choose from two events: Love Is In The Air Dinner and Dance from 7 p.m. to midnight; or a romantic, three-course dinner from 4 p.m.-10 p.m. The three-course Valentine's menus range from $65 to $99, featuring such specialties as: Kampachi Crudo; Center Cut Filet Mignon; North Atlantic Lobster Tail: Poach Scottish Salmon; Red Beet Risotto with Arborio rice; and a Banana Brûlée Tart. Full menu available here. More details here.
OLIVE GARDEN: Find your nearest location here.
If your love loves Olive Garden, the "Olive Garden Breadstick Bouquet" may be the way to go! The one-of-a-kind gift is available in-restaurant for the first time starting Feb. 13. The bouquet pairs perfectly with never-before-seen Chocolate Mint Boxes for your after-dinner mints. The bouquet wrappers and chocolate boxes will be included in Olive Garden's special Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two: three courses starting at $35. The wrappers are available in-restaurant while supplies last as part of the Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two, so hurry in! If you want to snag the wrappers in advance, the Breadstick Bouquet wrappers are also available for download on Olive Garden's website.
PACIFIC PARK, 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA
Make it a night to remember with a whirl on the Ferris wheel, lit up for Valentine's Day, while being serenaded by renowned viola player Daniel Morris. Performing Valentine's Day from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., he will set the romantic mood under the moonlight. Through Sunday, Feb. 16 from sunset to midnight, the Ferris wheel will be illuminated in red, pink and white. After the ride, follow up with dinner at one of the restaurants or grab such light-bites and treats from various carts or food stalls as churros, Whac-a-mole Tacos, funnel cakes or pizza. Sounds like a date! Find the park's website here.
Aww — heart-shaped ravioli! Available in-house and for pickup at both locations through Feb. 14, this special menu offer comes in two varieties: Spinach and Ricotta, served with the choice of Butter & Sage or Tomato & Basil sauce; and Porcini Mushroom (imported from Italy) in butter and parmiagiano cheese. Mid City: 323-870-5271 . Culver City: 424-603-4503 .
A special three-course Valentine’s Dinner for Two is on the menu, featuring Nova Scotia Lobster paired with Prime New York Strip or Filet Mignon for $195 per couple from Feb. 13-Feb. 16. Add two glasses of Piper-Heidsieck Champagne for an additional $25. The Valentine’s weekend menu includes: First Course (choice of): Pear Salad; Jumbo Shrimp Bruno; or Lobster Bisque. Second Course (shared): “Palm Classic” Surf ‘N’ Turf – Four-pound Jumbo Nova Scotia Lobster served with either an 18-ounce Prime New York Strip or 12-ounce Filet Mignon. Third Course (choice of): New York Cheesecake; or Flourless Chocolate Cake (GF). Pricing does not include tax or gratuity. For more information and to make a reservation, visit ThePalm.com.
--Photo credit: The Palm Restaurant Group
QUEEN MARY, 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802
Be wined and dined Feb. 14 on The Queen Mary, offering pre-fixe Valentine's Day menus at its restaurants Sir Winston’s Restaurant and Lounge (5 p.m. to 10 p.m.) and Chelsea Chowder House (5 p.m. to 11 p.m.). Sir Winston’s menu ($105): First course: Queenies with applewood bacon wrapped scallops; second course choice of Lobster Bisque or Tomato and Burrata. A mint berry sorbet intermezzo will be served to cleanse the palate. Main course is choice of His and Hers Surf n’ Turf with filet mignon and lobster tail; or Trio of Scallop, Shrimp and Moules Mariniere with cheese ravioli; or Herb Roasted Lamb Chop. Dessert is Chocolate Trilogy Cake or Berry Panna Cotta. Chelsea Chowder House menu ($75): Amuse Bouche includes Oysters Rockefeller; first course choice of Crab & Tomato Soup or Roasted Baby Beets & Goat Cheese Salad. Main course: Grilled Beef Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail; or Saffron Seafood Fettuccini; or Jidori Roasted Chicken. Dessert: Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Kiss or creamy Red Velvet Heart Cake. For reservations, call 877-600-4313 or visit Queenmary.com .
--Image courtesy of the Queen Mary
QUEEN MARY, 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, California 90802
The Queen Mary's Vintage Valentine Dinner Show, on Friday, Feb. 14, will be an evening of romance and old-world glamour with a four-course dinner and special show featuring burlesque beauties, French can-can dancers, acrobats and more. Two seatings: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Menu details and ticket info here.
Photo courtesy of the Queen Mary
Stop by the locales on Feb. 14 with the one you love, share a kiss and you'll receive a free entree with one entree purchase. Plus, it's free guac and queso all the time at QDOBA. Details here.
THE RAYMOND 1886, 1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA
The atmosphere is pure charm, and the four-course, prix-fixe menu planned for Valentine's Day is $120 per person, beginning with a choice of lobster bisque or fennel, frisee salad. Main sections are filet mignon, chicken gnocchi or salmon. Finish the evening with a "Velours Noir" or "Hearts Desire" for dessert. View the menu here. Make reservations here.
REDBIRD, 114 East 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA
"Redbird | Vibiana Chef | Owner Neal Fraser will prepare a three-course dinner at Redbird on Valentine’s Day, alongside an optional wine pairing curated by Wine Director Josh Wibbenmeyer featuring pours from California, Spain, France, and Portugal. Pricing: $125; Wine Pairing: $65." Details here.
ROKU, 9201 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA
Order from an a la carte menu, and enjoy complimentary bubbly and take-home macaroons for your Valentine's Day evening. Reservations can be made here.
--Tako Roll. Photo credit: Roku.
ROSALINE, 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Chef Ricardo Zarate has created a Peruvian, four-course experience available on Friday, Feb. 14. Begin your Valentine's culinary adventure with “Chef's Welcome Amuse” appetizer course of a choice between two ceviches – Kampachi Tiradito or Ceviche de Hongos (vegan). Follow that with main course options: Carapulcra a la Nortena, a sun-dried potato stew with braised cape grim beef short ribs and mint chimichurri; Sudado de Branzino Parrillero, wood-grilled loup de mer filet with crispy seafood sudad, crispy pewees and yuzu; or Zarate’s famous Chaufa Paella to share. $85 per person. See full menu and reservation info here.
--Chaufa Paella. Photo credit: Rosaliné
RUSTIC CANYON, 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
It's a family-style Valentine's Day at Rustic Canyon with a four-course dinner at $85 per person, where couples or friends order as a table from eight different dishes. Entrees will be hyper-seasonal, with a lot of "naturally red" dishes to mark the day, alongside the eatery's famous “Peas & White Chocolate.” Wine pairings and specialty cocktails round out the experience, and there’s a “Stag Menu” at the bar for anyone without a date. Details here. Reservations available now via Resy.
--Rustic Canyon's Peas & White Chocolate dish. Photo credit: Lindsey Huttrer
SAINT & SECOND, 4828 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, CA 90803 This relaxed, Belmont Shore-area restaurant, with chef-inspired offerings, has a prix-fixe menu planned for Valentine's Day with such selections as Red Gem Salad, Wagyu Steak Tartare, Truffle Risotto and Lamb Osso Buco. $75 per person. $30 per person for wine pairing. Rooftop lunge menu also available. See details here under MENU link.
SALT, Marina Del Rey Hotel, 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey, CA
Combine a romantic evening with delectable dining on Feb. 14 with a three-course meal featuring Hama Hama oysters with grilled rose and champagne mignonette, Watermelon Carpaccio and Dark Chocolate Pot De Creme. $95 per person. Menu and reservation details here.
For the sweetheart with a sweet tooth: Salt & Straw head ice cream maker Tyler Malek worked with local chocolatiers to create a February flavor showcase. For the limited-time menu, Malek collaborated with Twenty-Four Blackbirds, Milla, Ococoa, Compartés and Nibble for flavors such as Milla Chocolate Hazelnut Praline and Compartés Caramelized Popcorn Milk Chocolate. The five flavors are at LA shops by the scoop and pint through Friday, Feb. 28, as well as through Postmates. Details here.
--Chocolatier Series. Credit Salt & Straw
THE SALTNER WINE and CICCHETTI, 108 E. Colorado Blvd., Monrovia, CA
On Feb. 14, enjoy dinner and wine with two seatings , 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and a special Valentine's Day set menu event. Each course paired with wine. $60 per person. And on Feb. 16, bring your pals to a Galentine Event, where you'll l learn how to make your own pillow spray, hair mist, oil roller or bath salts ... And enjoy a glass of wine. Reservations for both: 626-775-4025. Details here.
SHIRO, 1505 Mission St., South Pasadena, CA
Combining fine dining and live jazz, love is in the air Feb. 14 at Shiro. Two seatings: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., with $125-per-person, prix-fixe menu and an optional $45 per-person wine pairing. Menu options include oysters on the half shell, truffle ravioli, Chilean sea bass, lobster medallions, scallops and shrimp. Tiramisu for dessert. Menu and booking details here.
STATION HOLLYWOOD and THE LIVING ROOM, W Hollywood Hotel, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028
In honor of Valentine’s Day, Station Hollywood and The Living Room are offering a special “Love is Love”-inspired cocktail to raise money for the LGBT Center. Adorned with a rainbow candy garnish, the Pride Lemon Drop will be available all February long, with $1 from each cocktail donated to the LGBT Center.
--Image via Living Room & Station Hollywood
SUSHI ROKU PASADENA, 33 Miller Alley, Pasdena, CA 91103
Celebrate on Feb. 14 with an Izakaya Feast for two. $75 per person. The menu includes: Salmon Carpaccio; Shrimp Fuji Apple Salad; King Crab Cakes; A-5 Japanese Wagyu Lobster Skewer; an assortment of Sushi; Strawberry Short Cake for dessert; and a red roses Valentine’s Day special cocktail for $14. Follow this link for reservations.
SUSHI ROKU SANTA MONICA, 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Valentine's Day festivities at this locale include an Izakaya Feast for two for $140, including an optional wine/sake pairing for $35 per person. On the menu: Oysters; Santen Mori; Sesame Shrimp Noodles. And Roku Hanabi for the Table, Entree Choice of a Valentine’s Special Sushi Selection, Filet Mignon “Japonais,” or Baked Barramundi and a Red Velvet Cheesecake for dessert. Reservations can be made here.
Sweet Rose Creamery is whipping up heart-shaped Valentine’s Day Ice Cream Sandwiches featuring its fresh strawberry ice cream and housemade chocolate wafer cookies. Pop into any of the three shops with your date or pals for a sweet treat.
--Sweet Rose Creamery's Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich. Photo credit: Lindsey Huttrer
TAM O' SHANTER, 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Treat your loved one to a romantic, four-course Valentine's feast with grilled shrimp with chimichurri and a second-course choice of roasted celery root soup or a winter salad. Entree options include roasted California-cut prime rib with mashed potatoes and Yorkshire pudding, roasted salmon or Beef Wellington. Finish the evening with sticky toffee pudding or a C.C. Brown’s hot fudge sundae to share. The Valentine’s Day menu will be offered Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16. Reservations can be made via OpenTable here. $129 for two guests, not including tax and gratuity.
--Photo credit: Tam O' Shanter
TERRA at Eataly L.A., Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90067
Treat your Valentine to stunning views from the rooftop locale, along with sharing such La Festa di San Valentino dishes as Bucatini al Astice (poached lobster bucatini with roasted tomato) and a Dry-Aged Wagyu Tomahawk, plus vino from Tuscany & Sicily regions. Finish the evening with dessert from the roaming Gelato Cart, offering housemade fior di latte gelato and toppings. Terra details here.
TEXAS DE BRAZIL, 2770 Seaglass Way, Oxnard, CA 93036
On Friday, Feb. 14, the traditional Brazilian-style restaurant will serve its full rodizio-style menu and abundant salad area, along with a $9 special holiday dessert, the Red Velvet Fusion Cake. Available for the entire month of February, the cake features a layer of creamy white chocolate cheesecake batter baked on top of a moist red velvet cake with sweet chocolate chips, cream cheese icing and a drizzle of chocolate ganache. Reservations recommended and can be made here.
-Red Velvet Fusion Cake: Photo via Texas de Brazil
TURF TERRACE RESTAURANT, Santa Anita Park, 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA
Choose from two afternoons, Feb. 14 or Feb. 15, to celebrate at Turf Terrace, with racing accompanied by a special, Valentine’s Day menu. Begin with a complimentary glass of Rosé and a mini flower arrangement for each couple, followed by a three-course, plated lunch, plus a table in Turf Terrace restaurant for the entire race day, Club admission and a race program. $70 per adult; $35 for children 12 and younger. Details and menu here.
VINTAGE WINE + EATS, 12023 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA
"Enjoy Tuna Tartare with Toasted Pink Peppercorns; Grilled Caesar Salad with Brussel Sprouts, Toasted Croutons & Anchovy; Cherry Braised Pork with Mustard Spätzle and London Fog Creme Brulée. This isn’t a pick-and-choose menu either, the prix-fixe menu includes all items! ($49) The only choice love birds and anti- Valentiners alike will have to make is whether to pair their delicious feast with Vintage Wine + Eat’s unique wine offerings, which can be added on for an additional $30. With trained Sommeliers on hand, this meal will pair with vino way better than Romeo and Juliet ever did." Details here.
VITELLO'S, 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City, CA 91604
On Valentine’s Day, enjoy a special, one-night-only menu featuring Lobster Pappardelle, Chicken Rollatini, Petite Fillet Skewers or Oven Roasted Arctic Char. Pair your dinner with a signature cocktail or a bottle of wine, and end your night with either a Chocolate Truffle Delight or Lemoncello Raspberry Cake. Add entertainment to your evening, and check out Feinstein’s at Vitello’s schedule here. See restaurant menu and booking info here.
--Arctic Char. Photo credit: Vitello's
WP24 by WOLFGANG PUCK, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Dine sky-high and enjoy a three-course menu with optional wine pairing on Friday, Feb. 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music will fill the 24th floor restaurant, and ladies will receive a giveaway rose. The specialty menu also will be available Feb. 13, 15 and 16. $89 per person, with tax and 20 percent service charge not included. Details here.
--Photo credit: WP24 by Wolfgang Puck
WHISKEY RED'S, 13813 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Celebrate love on the waterfront with a delicious, Valentine's menu from Friday, Feb. 14 through Feb. 16 from 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Special selections include: Oysters Rockefeller; Seafood Paella for Two; Filet Mignon; Pan-Seared Local Halibut; Luxardo Cherry Crème Brûlée; and Sea Salted Caramel Apple Sorbet. Reservation info here.
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