Valentine's Day 2020 - Dinner Specials and Things to Do to Celebrate the Ones You Love
For all you lovers and friends looking where to go and what to do this Valentine’s Day 😉♥️
This round up includes dinner specials throughout South Florida as well as some events for the holiday.
- Alejandra
Dinner Specials (priced per person)
BROWARD
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eater ($49) - Nestle under the stars at SKY Bar, located on the 5th Floor Oceanfront Terrace at The Atlantic Hotel & Spa for a special four-course prix-fixe Valentine’s Day Dinner Under the Stars on Friday, February 14th, or Saturday, February 15th, provided by the hotel’s signature restaurant, Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery. The Valentine’s Day Dinner Under the Stars has 2 dining options on both Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. or 8:15 p.m. with limited seating (book reservations in advance). Valentine’s Day Dinner Under the Stars costs $49 per person (plus tax and gratuity).
Additionally, a special three-course Valentine’s Day Lunch can be added to any Spa Atlantic package or service. Wild Thyme will provide Spa guests with three-course Valentine’s Day lunch package on The Atlantic Hotel & Spa’s 5th Floor Oceanfront Terrace for $29 per person (plus tax and gratuity) during Valentine’s Day weekend (Friday 2/14 – Sunday 2/16). Reservations can be booked exclusively through Spa Atlantic (954) 567-8086.
TooJays Deli ($25.99) - Love is all around as TooJay’s Deli celebrates Valentine’s Day from Monday, February 3 through Sunday, February 16 with a delicious $25.99 “Dinner for Too” and TooJay’s luscious, made-from-scratch Red Velvet Cake. This sweetheart special includes a choice of two soups or salads, two entrées from TooJay’s Dinner for Too menu, two non-alcoholic beverages which can be upgraded to wine or beer for an additional $3 each, and a choice of one dessert to share. With its delicious combination of rich cocoa-flavored cake and cream cheese icing, it’s no wonder that TooJay’s famous Red Velvet Cake keeps fans coming back to conquer their craving. Guests are required to present this coupon before ordering.
Tsukuro on Fort Lauderdale Beach ($50) - Lover's for a lifetime or those sailing into a new romance will want to jump on Tsukuro's three-day special (available Fri-Sun, Valentine’s day weekend) Valentine's LOVE BOAT, which features a complimentary split of TY'KU Sake [value $22] with any Sushi Boat for two, composed of your choice of any three-rolls of your liking, one for him, one for her and one for you two. $50 for two. Tsukuro is located at 225 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, 1/2 block north of Las Olas on Fort Lauderdale Beach. To view menus, nightly specials and reservation options, visit www.TsukuroFLB.com
Lona ($55) - Chef Pablo Salas and Chef Jorge Gutierrez bring Mexico’s soulful cuisine to Lona with a delicious Valentine’s Day menu devoted to love. For $55 per person (plus tax and gratuity) from 6PM – 11PM, guests will fall in love all over again with a 4-course tasting menu. Courses include a Lobster Tostada; Grilled Caesar Salad with grilled romaine lettuce, chipotle Caesar dressing and pepitas; and a choice of Mole – choose from a salmon filet, roasted chicken breast or filet and petalos (rose petal base), mole negro (chocolate base) or seasonal fruit mole (dried seasonal fruits). Dessert will be a surprise! Lona is located at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort at 321 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Telephone (954) 245-3069; lonarestaurant.com.
Rivertail ($69) - This Valentine's Day, Rivertail will be offering a five-course dinner tasting menu for only $69 per person. Chef Jose Mendin's first seafood-focused restaurant will serve up starter options like yellowtail ceviche taquitos, lobster rolls, crab donuts, and a chioggia heirloom beet salad. For larger dishes, guests can indulge in the Lobster Ravioli with sea urchin bisque and roasted maitake mushrooms, and Filet Mignon & Maine Scallops with pomme Robuchon and charred asparagus. End the meal on a sweet note with the Rivertail Chocolate Fondue. Reservations: here
Talento - Talento Restaurant, a contemporary Southern Italian restaurant nestled along the heart of the Las Olas Boulevard strip in Fort Lauderdale, invites couples to indulge in a special Valentine’s Day Italian three-course prix-fixe menu for two people which features favorite Talento dishes and special decadent offerings only available that day. The restaurant offers a romantic setting and impressive wine selection perfect for the occasion. The Valentine’s Day three-course menu includes items such as Gnocchi with lobster, Salmone, Tiramisu for dessert and more! The menu will be available from 4pm – 10pm for just $100 per couple (plus tax and gratuity).
TRP Taste ($198)- TRP Taste offers an intimate 26-seat venue dinner experience with the chef creating your meals. For Valentine’s Day, TRP Taste will be offering dinners on February 15th and 15th with an extensive menu that includes an Oyster Duo, Tuna Crudo, Stone Crab Ceviche, Mushroom Farro Risotto, Grilled Lamb Loin and more. Guests can add a $49 wine pairing to their dinner experience. For more details on the menu and times, and to reserve your spot, please see HERE.
Beach House Pompano ($150 for two) - Celebrate Valentine’s Day overlooking the Atlantic at Beach House Pompano. For $150 per couple, guests can enjoy a prix fixe dinner menu on the rooftop in either a booth or table. The three-course menu will feature favorites like the Tuna Surf Stack, Beach House Salad, Vegan Lentil Pasta, Surf and Turf. Couples can end the evening with the Macadamia Nut Brownie or Key Lime Pie. Reservations: To make reservations, please call (954) 607-6530
Brimstone Woodfire Grille ($150 per couple) - Come experience a new way of dining with our Couple's Game Night. Executive Chef Julio Martinez has created a special three-course menu just for the occasion paired with organic wines. Following this decadent dinner, a game show host will lead you in a hilarious couple's game that is sure to bring fun, laughs, and high spirits. The cost is $150 per couple, and the fun starts at 7pm. Reservations: Reservations and tickets are available by calling (954) 430-2333
MIAMI
Traymore by Michael Schwartz ($55) - Traymore by Michael Schwartz is offering lovebirds a Friday Valentines Day they are sure not to forget. Starting at 6pm on Friday, February 14 Traymore is offering an exclusive three course menu featuring specialty menu items with love in mind. Alongside their fresh Floridian and Asian inspired menu special priced bottles of Tattinger will be available as well as a Valentines Day Cocktail. The dinner includes Pan Seared Lambs, Scallops and Coffee Ganache for dessert and more.
CORSAIR kitchen & bar ($65) - Enjoy a 3-course meal this Valentine's Day at Turnberry's American-inspired kitchen and bar, offering contemporary cuisine that attracts those looking for lighter comfort food with a beautiful view of the resorts acclaimed championship golf courses. Start off with an Amuse Bouche of a chilled tomato shooter with basil foam and balsamic sea salt. The first course offers guests a choice of a half dozen oysters on the half shell; seafood and avocado salad or short-rib ravioli. The second course is a choice of seared ahi tuna with wasabi Israeli couscous, grilled lamb chop with twice baked potato or a 'surf and turf' of pan-roasted filet mignon and butter-poached lobster (an additional $12). End the meal with a satisfying holiday dessert buffet. Dinner is priced at $65/person++ For reservations, please call (786) 279-6800 or book through OpenTable.
Ariete ($65) - For couples in search of a romantic evening, Chef Michael Beltran is preparing an elegant, three-course Valentine’s Day tasting menu priced at $65 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The meal will begin with an amuse bouche of foie gras stuffed cherries; first course choice of Beet Salad or Scallop Crudo; Entrée Choice of Venison or Potato Crusted Local Fish. For a sweet ending, guests can opt for a Red Wine Red Velvet Cake or Crème Fraiche Panna Cotta with strawberry. All guests will be presented with a homemade chocolate cherry truffle. They will also offer a condensed a la carte menu. Ariete is located at 3540 Main Highway in Coconut Grove. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (305) 640-5862 or on Open Table. https://arietemiami.com/.
Scarpetta by Scott Conant, Fountainbleu ($85) - Valentine’s Day at this romantic AAA Four Diamond Award-winning restaurant will be celebrated with three-course prix-fixe menu in the elegant dining room offering ocean views. For $85 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, guests can choose from a variety of dishes including Conant’s signature Spaghetti with tomato and basil; Branzino served with corn, zucchini, olives and salmoriglio; Ricotta Gnocchi with shrimp, fava beans and broccolini pesto and more. For dessert, diners will be able to choose from three delectable options including an Amedei Chocolate Bar with amedei ganache, raspberry gel & praline gelato.
StripSteak by Michael Mina ($95) - Celebrate the holiday with your special someone at Fontainebleau’s modern American steakhouse by celebrity chef Michael Mina offering luxurious three-course prix-fixe menu priced at $95 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Diners will be able to choose from a variety of appetizers including the signature Instant Bacon made with glazed pork belly, rum-soaked pineapple, radish salad; a variety of Signature Steaks are available to choose from including a Filet Mignon, Prime Boneless Rib Eye, Wagyu Australian Skirt Steak, Dry-Aged NY StripSteak and a Miyazaki A5 Striploin ($110 supplement). Sides are available for a surcharge and include the beloved Truffled Mac & Cheese, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and more. For dessert, an indulgent Strawberry Cheescake and #Cookies&Milk for Two are available.
THINGS TO DO:
Tarpon River Brewing - If you’re single and ready to mingle, Tarpon River Brewing will be hosting a Speed Dating Event with South Florida Speed Dating on Friday, February 14th from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Spend the evening mingling with other singles this Valentine’s Day and make new connections. Guests can purchase tickets at the Facebook link below for $10 per person. Reservations: here
The Wharf Fort Lauderdale - The Wharf Fort Lauderdale is celebrating Valentine's Day with the Swipe Right Happy Hour, with on the clock specials starting at $4 featuring Moscow Mules, Margaritas and Mojitos from 4 to 7 p.m. Indulge on bites including Nutella and Strawberry heart-shaped pizzas by The Piefather, assorted themed donuts by Mojo Donuts, and signature bites from Even Keel and Hou Mei Lunchroom.
An Evening with Alex Fox at Cafe Ibiza -
Internationally renowned, composer, showman, and independent recording artist, Alex Fox, provides the soundtrack to a romantic Valentine’s Day at Café Ibiza, with a rare appearance from 7 pm – 11 pm, on Friday, February 14. Performing a range of classical rumba and flamenco rhythms to unique spins on modern pop, An Evening with Alex Fox will take guests on a musical journey of genres from his latest self-produced CD “After All These Years” to favorites from his 30+ year professional career. Reservations for An Evening with Alex Fox on Friday, February 14, are highly recommended, limited, and available through open table.
LOCAL GIFTS:
What better way to say "I Love You" than with Night Owl Cookie this Valentine's day? Send the message of love with either limited edition hear shaped cookie, or a round cookie with a message. Snag these limited edition cookies by placing an order online by February 11, 2020, for those who procrastinate each store will have limited quantities available (Pre-Orders are encouraged). Stores: FIU: 10534 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33174, Phone: (786) 360-5011 DESIGN DISTRICT: 164 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137, Phone: (305) 530-8951
Hoffman’s Chocolates - Love and Chocolate are in the air! South Florida-based gourmet chocolatier Hoffman’s Chocolates is once again offering its delectable handmade chocolates, confections, customizable heart-shaped boxes and famous mouth-watering chocolate-covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day. Fun Fact: Hoffman’s Chocolates plans to use 50,000 locally sourced strawberries to produce its famous chocolate covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day! The chocolate covered strawberries are available for purchase in all seven of Hoffman’s Chocolates retail locations. They can be purchased on Valentine’s Day or can be pre-ordered online in one-pound boxes (approximately 8-12 strawberries per box, $29.95) at www.hoffmans.com. Pre-orders must be placed before 3 p.m. two days prior to pick-up date and can be picked-up in person at the customer’s preferred store location.
