50+ Things to Do for Valentine’s Day 2022
Looking for a romantic dining destination for the two of you? Or a Galentine’s Day hangout? Here are ideas for all budgets. Prices listed don’t include tax or gratuity.
RESTAURANTS
MIAMI-DADE
Ambersweet at The Confidante Miami Beach
WHAT: Surf-and-turf Valentine’s Day special, plus strawberries, champagne and Red Velvet Smash, from $72.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 4041 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Ambersweet
Ariete, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Elegant tasting menu ($90 per person) with chef Michael Beltran’s contemporary American cuisine and dessert by Devin Braddock.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3540 Main Highway
MORE INFO: Ariete
Back Door Monkey, Wynwood
WHAT: Galentine’s Day ladies-only three-course dinner ($29.99 per person) of an app, sushi, special dessert and DJ tunes.
WHEN: Feb. 13
WHERE: 2328 N. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Back Door Monkey
Boia De, Little Haiti
WHAT: Tasting menu from chefs Alex Meyer and Luciana Giangrandi ($115 per person) includes canape plate, three pasta dishes and chocolate raspberry tart with an optional wine pairing.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 5205 NE 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Boia De
Bulla Gastrobar, Doral, Coral Gables and The Falls
WHAT: Four-course prix-fixe dinner with sparkling wine toast for two ($120) includes chef’s board, pintxos, grilled steak or lobster, dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: Doral – 5335 NW 87 Ave.; Coral Gables – 2500 Ponce de Leon; The Falls – 8870 SW 136 St.
MORE INFO: Bulla Gastrobar
Byblos, Miami Beach
WHAT: Tasting menu, welcome cocktail and bouquet of roses at the table ($300 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1545 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Byblos
Calle 23, Coral Gables
WHAT: Seafood paella for two ($48) and a bottle of Moet Brut or Imperial Ice Champagne ($75) with a special live band.
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: 230 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Calle 23
Cantina Beach, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Three-course Noche de Amore dinner under the stars ($105 per person) with choices like Lobster Chilled Avocado Cream and Banana Tres Leches Heart-Shaped Genoise.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, 455 Grand Bay Drive.
MORE INFO: Cantina Beach
Gianni’s at The Villa Casa Casuarina, South Beach
WHAT: Four-course special menu ($195 per person) features selections like stone crab, ravioli ossobuco, Wagyu beef and Valrhona Triple Chocolate Mousse Red Heart plus a glass of champagne in the former Versace Mansion.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1116 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Gianni's
Glass and Vine, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Dine al fresco with choices from a prix-fixe menu ($65 per person) that includes hamachi tiradito, local pan-seared snapper and coconut flan.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2820 McFarlane Rd.
MORE INFO: Glass and Vine
Isabelle’s Grill Room and Garden, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Four-course dinner, live music and a glass of bubbly ($145 per adult) includes roasted beet carpaccio, grilled lobster and a pistachio rose panna cotta tart.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27 Ave.
MORE INFO: Isabelle’s
Joia Beach, Jungle Island
WHAT: Special fixed-price menu ($150 per person) with one bottle of wine or Champagne includes choices like Alaskan King Crab legs and black truffle risotto.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
MORE INFO: Joia Beach
Juvia, South Beach
WHAT: Champagne dinner experience with a prix-fixe menu and a half-bottle of champagne with indoor seating ($180 per person) or outdoor seating ($240 per person).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1111 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Juvia
Komodo, Brickell
WHAT: Valentine’s Day menu for two ($250 per couple) includes Southeast Asian dishes like clams udon hot stone pot and roasted lobster.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 801 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Komodo
Korner 67, Miami Lakes, and Reunion Ktchn Bar, Aventura
WHAT: Celebrate Galentine’s Day at these sister restaurants with tapas-style dishes, dessert, wine and live music.
WHEN: Feb 13
WHERE: Korner 67, 6769 Main St., Miami Lakes; Reunion Ktchn Bar, 18167 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Korner 67 and Reunion Ktchn Bar
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Design District
WHAT: Six-course Menu de la Saint-Valentin ($235 per person) features foie gras royale, wild-caught turbot, black truffle risotto and Passionate Red Heart for dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Paradise Plaza, 151 NE 41st St.
MORE INFO: L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
Le Jardinier, Design District
WHAT: Three-course vegetable-forward menu ($120 per person) features golden beets, sunchoke velouté and chips, roasted salmon and raspberry linzer tart.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Paradise Plaza, 151 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: Le Jardinier
LPM Restaurant and Bar, Brickell
WHAT: Romance in Provence, a prix-fixe menu ($195 per person), includes choices like risotto aux champignons et creme fraiche, marinated lamb cutlets and warm chocolate mousse with malt ice cream.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1300 Brickell Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: LPM Restaurant
Lightkeepers, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Bottomless buffet brunch on Sun. ($145 per adult and $49 per child) and three-course menu on Feb. 14 ($175 per person) that includes seafood, a complimentary glass of champagne, live music and ocean views.
WHEN: Brunch – Feb. 13; dinner – Feb. 14
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, 455 Grand Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: Reservations: 305-365-4186
Luke’s Lobster, Brickell
WHAT: Date Night Duo includes two lobster rolls, two small New England chowders and two Red Velvet Whoopie Pies plus two bags of kettle chips ($65).
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: Brickell City Centre, 701 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Luke’s Lobster
Macchialina, Miami Beach
WHAT: Four-course family-style tasting menu ($125 per person) from chef Michael Pirolo includes culatello di Zibello, fresh greens, housemade pasta, aged New York strip steak and a special dessert. Wine pairing ($75 per person) available by Jacqueline Pirolo.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 820 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Macchialina
Maü Miami, Midtown Miami
WHAT: Modern bohemian Mediterranean restaurant offers five-course menu ($125 per person) inside or outdoors, featuring live DJ entertainment.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3252 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Maü Miami
Mayami Mexicantina & Bar, Wynwood
WHAT: Special prix-fixe menu ($65 per person) with free Mayamiga cocktail for women.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 127 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: Mayami Mexicantina & Bar
Meraki Greek Bistro, Downtown Miami and Coconut Grove
WHAT: Prix-fixe Mediterranean menu ($200 for two) features choices like velvet carrot suice, grilled veggies, lobster tail or lamb and orange cake with ice cream, plus a bottle of biodynamic natural wine.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Miami – 142 SW 1 Ave.; Coconut Grove – 3462 Main Hwy.
MORE INFO: Meraki Greek Bistro
Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Design District
WHAT: Fixed-price menu ($125 per person) with additional wine pairing ($45), including selections like steak tartare with truffle aioli and char-grilled cobia.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 130 NE 40 St.
MORE INFO: Michael’s Genuine
Ocean Social, Miami Beach
WHAT: Romantic oceanfront dinner with live saxophonist and three-course menu ($125 per person) that includes beet risotto, braised Wagyu short rib and winter berry pavlova.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Eden Roc Miami Beach, 4525 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Eden Roc Hotel Miami
Orno, Coral Gables
WHAT: Three-course prix-fixe menu ($90) with specialty wine pairing add-on ($45) from chef Niven Patel, sourced from his Homestead farm.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1350 S. Dixie Highway
MORE INFO: Orno Miami
Osteria Morini, Miami Beach
WHAT: Valentine’s Day specials include Rose Regale cocktail, filetto with endive and panna cotta with vanilla cream and raspberry lambrusco granita.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1750 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Osteria Morini
Papi Steak, Miami Beach
WHAT: Special four-course dinner ($350 per person) includes Glatt Kosher tomahawk and two glasses of brut Champagne.
WHEN: Feb. 14, two seatings (6-7:30pm and 9-10:30pm)
WHERE: 736 1st St.
MORE INFO: Papi Steak
Plant Miami, Wynwood
WHAT: Romantic five-course plant-based menu created by chefs Horacio Rivadero and Veronica Manolizi ($155 per person) includes dishes like oysters and pearls with oyster mushrooms, kimchi dumplings, melon ceviche, sea veggies salad, risotto di funghi, tempeh curry and passion fruit flan.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 105 NE 24 St.
MORE INFO: Reserve: 305-814-5365
PLANTA South Beach
WHAT: All vegan fixed-price menu starts at $75 a person, or takeout for $100.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 850 Commerce St.
MORE INFO: PLANTA South Beach
PLANTA Queen, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Fixed-price plant-based meal with new dishes for dine-in ($75 per person) or take out ($100, feeds two).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Ave.
MORE INFO: PLANTA Queen
Red Rooster Overtown
WHAT: Special prix-fixe menu available all weekend ($85 per person), including black bass, dry-aged duck breast or Wagyu beef cheek, passion for chocolate dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 920 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Red Rooster Overtown
Rusty Pelican, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Four-course fixed-price dinner ($95 per person) overlooking Biscayne Bay. Choices include oyster, truffle braised short rib, crispy whole lionfish, dessert platter.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
MORE INFO: The Rusty Pelican
The Standard, Miami Beach
WHAT: Special menu includes oysters, grilled New York Strip, local strawberries with meringue and hibiscus cream.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Standard, 40 Island Ave.
MORE INFO: The Standard
Strawberry Moon, Miami Beach
WHAT: Enjoy a romantic evening under the stars with a four-course meal ($125 per person) on the deck.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 601 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Strawberry Moon
Sushi Fly Chicken, South Beach
WHAT: Chef Omakase dinner and singles party ($300 per person) that includes Wagyu filet, matcha lava cake and sounds by Sachi.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 1575 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Sushi Fly Chicken
Tobacco Road by Kush, Brickell
WHAT: Specials include chicken wings in a heart-shaped box, pink key lime pie and discounted Prosecco and Champagne.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 650 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Kush Hospitality
Toro Toro, Downtown Miami
WHAT: Amor at Toro Toro includes live saxophone entertainment and a three-course prix-fixe menu ($99 per person) that includes oysters, toro tuna tartare, smoked duck breast, Australian Wagyu ribeye and duo chocolate hearts.
WHEN: Feb. 12-14
WHERE: InterContinental, 100 Chopin Plaza
MORE INFO: Toro Toro
WATR at 1 Hotel South Beach
WHAT: Dessert and Champagne tasting in a private cabana at WTR Rooftop, including desserts and a bottle of Mumm Rose Champagne.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 2341 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: WATR
BROWARD
Burlock Coast, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Fresh seafood and stunning ocean views in a three-course menu ($199 per person) that includes a bottle of champagne.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton, 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
MORE INFO: Make reservations at 954-302-6430
Casa Sensei, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Three dinner seating options on Valentine’s Day include complimentary champagne toast and one red rose per couple.
WHEN: Feb. 14 at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm
WHERE: 1200 E. Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Casa Sensei
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: "Blinded by Love" experience includes weekend specials and chocolate truffles for couples while supplies last.
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: 800 E Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Cuba Libre Fort Lauderdale
Marky’s Caviar Lounge, Hollywood
WHAT: Chef Buddha Lo’s five-course dinner ($110 per person) includes caviar, black truffle arancini, Maine lobster and dark chocolate cake with warm butterscotch sauce.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Seminole Hard Rock, Hollywood
MORE INFO: Marky's Caviar Lounge
NYY Steak, Coconut Creek
WHAT: Valentine's Day dinner special includes surf and turf for two ($214) and a sweet goodbye mirror glazed chocolate cake with strawberry mousse for dessert.
WHEN: Feb. 12-14
WHERE: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, US 441 and Sample Road
MORE INFO: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Oceans 234, Deerfield Beach
WHAT: Special a la carte menu from chef Nicole Fey includes dry-aged ribeye, A5 Wagyu carpaccio and a dessert trio for two.
WHEN: Feb. 10-16
WHERE: 234 N. Ocean Blvd.
MORE INFO: Oceans 234
Vale
Vale Food Co., Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Healthy Valentine’s açai bowls with strawberries, Nutella and chocolate chips ranging from $8.99-$11.99 based on size. Vale Signature Acai Banana Split, a split banana with granola layer under two scoops of açai topped with a choice of two toppings and a drizzle of honey.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 420 N Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Vale Food Co.
EVENTS
Galentine’s Day on Brightline
WHAT: Celebrate friendships with your BFFs on a Brightline trip! Each ticket booked through their app on Feb. 12 or Feb. 13 will include a Galentine’s Day goody bag that can be claimed at Mary Mary, their in-station bar at MiamiCentral. Citizens MiamiCentral is hosting a two-day vendor pop-up market Feb. 11-12 from noon-8pm. On Valentine’s Day, Brightline will give free roses to everyone traveling to a romantic dinner.
WHEN: Feb. 11-14
WHERE: Brightline, 600 NW 1st Ave, Miami
MORE INFO: Go Brightline
Deering Estate Concert
WHAT: Moonlight and Music Valentine’s Day Concert under the stars features Keba and The French Horn Collective. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic or buy food when you get there. From $60 per person.
WHEN: Feb. 14, 8pm
WHERE: 16701 SW 72 Ave.
MORE INFO: Deering Estate
OTHER IDEAS
Desserts at Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop
WHAT: Romantic treats like Red Velvet Cheesecake ($7.50 slice/$65 cheesecake) or Nutella Red Velvet Cake ($8.25 slice/$75 cake).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: Wynwood – 2545 N Miami Ave.; Coconut Grove, 3435 Main Hwy.
MORE INFO: Fireman Derek's
FroYo Pop Trio, g.l.o.w., Wynwood
WHAT: Three pops with flavors like passionfruit and vanilla ($18), with net profits donated to charities that support girls’ empowerment.
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 97 NW 25 St., Wynwood
MORE INFO: g.l.o.w.
Mixology Mixer, Miami
WHAT: Virtual hands-on cocktail classes via romantic Valentine’s Day themed boxes and culinary kits. All themed cocktail kits include everything you need to craft world-class cocktails, including spirits, mixers, garnishes and instructions.
WHEN: Order online
MORE INFO: Mixology Mixer
Pink Love Donuts, Oakland Park
WHAT: Custom box of donuts. Choose from more than 80 varieties in rotation, from classic donuts, vegan donuts and special flavors, like strawberry frosting and raspberry jelly, plus letter-shaped donuts that can be customized to spell out messages like “I love you.”
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 827 E Oakland Park Blvd.
MORE INFO: Pink Love Donuts
Sugar Factory American Brasserie, South Beach
WHAT: Crazy For You Insane Milkshake for two – strawberry ice cream and New York cheesecake served in a red chocolate mug ($21) and Sweetheart Basked filled with candy and chocolate ($39).
WHEN: Feb. 1-28
WHERE: 1060 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Sugar Factory American Brasserie
Yonutz! Sunrise
WHAT: "Valentine Minis" donut assortment ($5.95-$59.95) and "Valentine Deluxe" Donut assortment ($29.95 for a half-dozen).
WHEN: Feb. 14
WHERE: 121 NW 136 Ave.
MORE INFO: Yonutz!
SHOP
Pop-Up Sunday, Mima Market, Miami Shores
WHAT: This Valentine's Eve is a love fest of body butters and scrubs by Gifted by Nature, La Gringuita cookie dough, and natural, hand-poured candles by Le Coco Candles. Find other all-local curated sets and goodies made in and around Miami with love.
WHEN: Feb. 13
WHERE: 9725 NE 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Mima Market
