Features Restaurant Valentine's Day Holiday 100+ Spots To Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Connecticut 2023 Carly Terzigni February 07, 2023 Whether you are celebrating a special someone in your life, or you want to get together with your best friends and raise a glass to Galentine’s Day, there are a ton of special menus and dinners taking place across Connecticut over the next several days for Valentine’s Day. That’s right, love is in the air and so are amazing eats and sips in each county around the state. Heart-shaped food and red-dyed cocktails are plentiful this time of year, so why not treat your loved one (or yourself!) to a special meal in celebration of all things love. Many of these restaurants have limited availability, so be sure to book your reservations ahead of time to guarantee a table.To make navigating this extensive guide as easy as possible, we have divided the restaurants up based on the county in which they are located. Simply scroll to your local county and see what your region has to offer (or, if you want to take a small road trip for Valentine’s Day, see what is happening all around the state!).Fairfield CountyEvarito's-Norwalk https://www.evaritos.com/Whether you are looking for romance by the fireplace with that special someone or fun with a group at the bar……Come celebrate Valentine’s Day at Evarito’s -- Chef Luis’ menu specials will bring love to all. Evarito's is also hosting a Singles Mix & Mingle at the Bar for you to find that special one. Details of the event are on their IG @evaritos. You can call for more information or go online to make your reservations today.Evarito’s is a fresh and visually dazzling restaurant where an elevated, modern take on Mexican cuisine and well-crafted margaritas are just the starter. Evarito’s reimagined Mexican cuisine offers options for all, as well as vegetarians and vegans. When the warm weather returns diners can also hop an elevator to Bar Zorro, Evarito’s stunning rooftop lounge with its sweeping views of the LI Sound. There’s just nothing typical about it. It’s hot. It’s sexy downtown chic mixed with California cool.Graze & Co.-Newtown https://www.grazeandco.com/Everyone loves a cheesy love story – so keep the cheesiness going with Graze & Co. this Valentine’s Day! Graze & Co. offers artful cheese and charcuterie boards for pickup or delivery in Connecticut, NYC & Westchester. Not only does Graze & Co. make beautiful boards, tables and boxes, but they will teach you how to make them yourself! Join in a Galentine’s Workshop at Perfusion Bar in Newtown on Monday, February 13th. Enjoy food and champagne at Newtown’s newest cocktail lounge. Tickets are available at their website - grazeandco.com.WECO Hospitality-Fairfield County https://wecohospitality.com/fairfield-county/Celebrate Valentine’s Day at home with WECO Hospitality’s gourmet, chef-prepared Valentine’s Day menu. No babysitters, reservations, or getting dressed up required! WECO’s heart-studded Valentine’s Day menu lineup features beef tenderloin, lobster ravioli, heart “beet” salad, and their Be Mine Burrata flatbread. If dessert is the way to your heart, finish your meal off with their legendary flourless chocolate cake or cherry crostata. Each meal is made locally by WECO’s team of gourmet chefs and hand-delivered in time for dinner.Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with yourself, your partner, your kids, or just with Netflix, WECO makes it easy to celebrate with their locally-prepared, hand delivered meals. Got commitment issues? Their “no subscriptions, no minimums” model makes it easy for you to order exactly what you want, whenever you want it. WECO delivers daily throughout the NYC Tri-State Area and offers pickup at its Westport, CT location. WECO’s Valentine’s Day Menu launches February 8th! Sign up here to get the menu!Bridgewater Chocolate-Brookfield, Westport, West Hartford https://www.bridgewaterchocolate.com/Give Love, Get Love this Valentine’s Day with the perfect pairing - chocolate and flowers! Shop at one of four Bridgewater Chocolate locations, spend $125 or more, and enjoy a complimentary bouquet from your choice of three Connecticut partner florists.Shopping for flowers? Shop one of Bridgewater Chocolate’s partner florists, spend $125 or more, and enjoy a complimentary Bridgewater Assortment box. For partners and redemption details visit Give Love, Get Love. Dave's Planet Pizza-Norwalk https://www.planetpizza.com/norwalk-ct/l5Pizza is good any time, but when it’s *heart-shaped* then it’s something to really love. Dave’s Planet Pizza is making heart-shaped regular pizzas once again with any flavor or toppings to help you show your pizza-loving lovies how much you dig them. Then, just to take this theme a step further, order one of their Dessert Pizzas, slathered with creamy, chocolatey Nutella, fresh strawberries and pillowy whipped cream. It’s hard to not love heart-shaped food, isn’t it? Pre-orders are encouraged (especially since last year more than 600 were ordered!). Delivery available to Weston, Westport, Norwalk, Wilton, New Canaan and Darien.DeTAPAS-Westport https://detapasrestaurant.com/Celebrate Valentine’s Day, or San Valentin, as they do in Spain at DeTAPAS Spanish Gastrobar. On February 14th DeTAPAS will be offering a special 3 course dinner that will include a choice of Tapa, Paella and Dessert as well as a special Valentine Cocktail. Guests will also enjoy live music by a Spanish guitarist. This magical night is just $65 per person. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at 203-557-0257 or through Open Table via their website www.detapasrestaurant.com.Little Pub-Fairfield, Greenwich, Stratford, Wilton http://littlepub.com/All Little Pub locations will be open both Monday and Tuesday with a special Valentine’s Day Menu so you and your Valentine can enjoy your favorite comfort food along with some delicious drinks. Contact your friendly neighborhood Little Pub to make reservations. Details on www.littepub.com. Or, get super romantic and enjoy a private Little Pub in room dinner at their Surfside Hotel. Select from a special Valentine’s Day getaway menu curated by Little Pub, add some bubbly, and you’re good to go! Please email stratford@littlepub.com for reservations.Villa Italia-Stamford http://www.villaitaliastamford.com/This family-owned gem is known for its Italian fare made from scratch in an ambiance that “feels like home,” as their loyal guests say. Love goes into every aspect of Villa Italia, as it has for the last 40 years! So, bring your loved one and treat yourselves to a delightful Valentine’s Day experience. Chef Neil Vitiello has designed a special menu showcasing his favorite dishes from Crab Cakes and Escargots Provençal to Filet of Sole, Spaghetti alla Chitarra with Lobster, a Petit Beef Filet and Roasted Leg of Lamb. Do not miss out on his desserts like decadent Chocolate Mousse and a delicate Pear Tart. Every Tuesday is Tuesday Night Live Jazz, and this Valentine’s Day the fabulous guitarist Bob Curiano will be serenading you in the dining room with his soft, lilting renditions of songs you are sure to recognize and reminisce over. Takeout and delivery are also available. www.VillaItaliaStamford.com.109 Cheese and Wine-Ridgefieldhttp://109cheeseandwine.com/Their truffle grilled cheese hearts will be back for Valentines Day! Pair with any of their other cheeses, chocolates, appetizers, or dinners to go. Order online for easy pickup and delivery. Allium Eatery-Westport@alliumeatery, FB @alliumeateryJoin Allium Eatery for two nights of celebrating your special someone. Enjoy a 5-course prix fixe tasting menu on Saturday Feb 11 at the tables, a 3-course prix fixe menu on Saturday Feb 11 at the bar, and all night Tuesday February 14. Reservations and deposits required via phone only (203) 557-3060.Amazing Graze NYC-Westonwww.amazinggrazenyc.comAmazing Graze NYC is offering Valentine and Valentine themed grazing boxes and boards for your loved ones or just to enjoy with your friends! Head to their shop to find out more! https://www.amazinggrazenyc.com/valentinesday.Ambler Farm-Wiltonwww.amblerfarm.orgOn Friday, Feb. 10th spend time with your favorite Valentines with the Ambler Farm Valentine Party for Two kit. Register online. Their Valentine’s Day Tea Party at the Farm will take place Sat Feb 11th from 2PM-4PM.Arden’s Rowayton-Norwalkhttps://www.ardensrowayton.com/Arden’s invites you and your loved one to an intimate experiential Valentine’s celebration on Feb 14 at 7PM. Join them for an indulgent fête of oyster shucking, wine and cheese tasting with Rowayton Wine Shop, espresso martini making, spicy snacks, custom bouquet arranging, tarot card reading, decadent desserts and more.Artisan-Southporthttps://www.artisansouthport.com/Artisan in West Hartford and Southport, CT will be offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu for Valentine's Day on February 14. Guests will enjoy dishes artfully created especially for the occasion in an elegant setting that is both refined and relaxed. The dinner takes place Tuesday Feb 14 from 5PM-10PM, $85 per person.Aquila's Nest Vineyards-Newtownhttps://www.aquilasnestvineyards.com/Celebrate an entire week of events at Aquila’s this Valentine’s Day. Wine pairing events all weekend long, and on Feb 14 choose from their Grazing Board Workshop or Wine and Chocolate Lovers Celebration. Aux Delices-Darien, Greenwich, Riverside, Westportwww.auxdelicesfoods.coPre order a prix fixe meal for 2, including their Bouillabaisse, Beef Bourguignon, and Wild Mushroom Chicken meals. Also available for dessert is their Chocolate Heart Cake, Valentine's Cupcakes, and Chocolate Ganache Cake. Order by Sun 2/12.Basso Restaurant and Wine Bar-Westporthttps://www.bassobistrocafe.com/What does your perfect Valentine’s Day date night sound like? How about quality time with your loved one, champagne, an A la Carte menu, and dessert? At Basso, you can enjoy all of these details and more. Make your reservation today and let them know any special requests you may have to make your dream date night happen. BE Chocolate-Fairfieldhttps://www.bechocolat.com/Valentine's Day is around the corner. Don't keep on searching for the perfect gift - they’ve got it! BE the best Valentine, order your delicious handcrafted Belgian chocolates from their expanded Love Collection.The Boathouse at Saugatuck-Westportwww.boathouseatsaugatuck.comJoin The Boathouse on Valentine’s Day! Book reservations through Open Table, or call 203.227.3399. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Their Tea Dance Party will also take place on Feb 14th with DJ Lady Tito from 4:30-9:30PM. $10 donation at the door.Brasitas-Norwalk, Stamfordhttps://www.brasitas.com/Join Brasitas on Valentine’s Day for a special three course prix-fixe dinner. Cost is $70 per person, plus tax and gratuity. A special cocktail menu will also be available, including Rosé Sangria and Chocolate Martinis. Reservations are required. The Cheesecake Collection-Westportwww.thecheesecakecollection.comForks up for these 4-inch mini cheesecakes, perfect to share with your sweetie who loves cheesecake as much as you do: Red Velvet, Oreo, Fab Ferrero. They also have boxes of sweets for pre-order as well.Chef Prasad-New Canaanhttps://www.chefprasad.com/Join Chef Prasad for its couples-only Valentine’s Day Cooking Class Dinner Party. Will take place February 12th at 7PM and February 19th at 12:30PM. Space is limited; book reservation via Resy.The Cottage-Greenwichhttps://www.thecottage.kitchen/greenwichThe Cottage will be celebrating Valentine’s Day during lunch 11:30-2:30, and offering celebratory specials in addition to its a la carte menu on February 14 for dinner with seating 5pm-close. Visit https://www.thecottage.kitchen/greenwich or call 203.769.1220 for reservations. The Cottage-Westportwww.thecottagewestport.comThe Cottage will be offering celebratory specials in addition to its a la carte menu on February 14 with seatings 5pm-close. Visit https://www.thecottage.kitchen/westport or call 203.557.3701 for reservations. Culinary Works-Stamford, New Canaanhttps://culinaryworks.com/What’s on the menu for Culinary Works’ Valentine’s Day cooking class: Roasted shrimp with Italian salsa verde; mixed salad greens with roasted beets and goat cheese coins; braised beef ragu; rosemary scallion crusted salmon; baked cheddar cheese mashed potatoes; roasted carrots with honey and thyme; molten chocolate cakes with vanilla ice cream.Custom Cookies by Marina-FairfieldFB:Custom Cookies by MarinaGet your Valentine’s Day cookie kits, which include a dozen sugar cookies (cupids, hearts, smoochy lips, “love”), sprinkles, icing, and icing utensils. DM on Facebook to place your orders or order via email at mchrysadakis@gmail.comDelamar Hotels-Greenwich Harbor, Southporthttps://delamar.com/Special Valentine’s packages for the month of February are available at Delamar Hotels. Package includes accommodations for two, bottle of champagne on ice, chocolate truffles in room upon arrival, buffet breakfast, a $100 hotel credit towards a dining experience at Artisan or luxurious treatments at the Spa, and 1:00pm late departure.The First Bite Catering-Brookfieldhttps://www.thefirstbite.us/Spots are filling up quickly for their Valentine's Day events on February 11th & 14! Bring your sweetheart, BFF, gal pal or special someone to their intimate space and learn about the dishes being made! Visit www.thefirstbite.us for all details and reservations!Fortuna’s Catering-Bridgeporthttps://www.fortunascatering.com/From brunch to dinner to desserts, Fortuna Catering will have food delivered to your door by one of Cupid’s helpers. They also have a Galentine’s brunch menu for you and your besties.Foundry Kitchen and Tavern-Sandy Hookwww.foundrykitchenandtavern.comCelebrate Valentine’s Day at the Foundry on Feb 11, 12, and 14 with live music, great specials, and a complimentary Prosecco toast. Call (203)491-2030 or book on Opentable to lock in your special plans.Gabriele’s Steakhouse-Westportwww.gabrielesofwestportct.comGabriele’s Steakhouse will offer a 3-course Valentine’s Day dinner for $89 per person. Course options include a seafood platter for two, filet mignon, jumbo seared scallops, and your choice of dessert.Goni’s Gourmet-Eastonhttps://gonisgourmet.com/It’s a Rollin’ Lobsta Valentine’s Day Special! Gourmet chocolate-covered strawberries are available in dozen and half-dozen orders for delivery. Call (203) 772-7084.Greiser’s Coffee & Market-Eastonhttps://www.greisers.com/At 6:30pm on Friday Feb 10, there's a private Valentine's succulent workshop. Register on Instagram at the link in the bio @imaginariumsbyelissa. And on Sunday, Feb 12, all their lovely lady customers are invited for a Greiser's Galentine's celebration from 2pm - 4pm. Food, a performance, poetry, and sweet & savory treats. Registration is on their website!Hinoki-Greenwichhttps://hinokigreenwich.com/Enjoy a prix-fixe dinner (choose cold and hot appetizer, entree, and dessert) with live jazz music and special performance by Isabel Stein from 6PM-9PM on February 14. The $95 per person menu includes a complimentary rosé champagne. J Bagels & Cafe-Trumbullwww.jbagelstrumbull.comScratch made, fresh, and *heart-shaped* bagels for the holiday! Must be pre-ordered, so don’t delay. They will not have any stocked on shelves. Regular-shaped pink and red bagels will be stocked in store, so you can still be festive. Email your order to jbagelstrumbull@gmail.com.La Plage-Westportwww.laplagewestport.comOn Tuesday, Feb 14th from 4PM to 10PM La Plage will showcase their limited-time Valentine’s Day menu. Don’t miss out; book your reservation today to get a table.L’escale-Greenwichwww.lescalerestaurant.comValentine’s Dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 14th from 5pm-10pm will feature a 3-course prix fixe menu with live acoustic flamenco guitar music by Jimmy V. Reservations are required, call (203) 661-4600 to book.LeRouge By Aarti-Westportwww.lerougebyaarti.comHandcrafted and painted artisanal chocolates for your love! Mini heart tins filled with raspberry and coffee truffles, a chocolate heart “puzzle”, and solid hearts that are part of their Give a Little Love campaign. Can’t decide on a chocolate? Treat your Valentine to a Chocolate Making Class! Details online.Maple Craft Foods-Newtownwww.maplecraftfoods.comChocolate covered strawberries are fine, but why not go au naturel this Valentine's Day! Our Strawberry Lovers Gift Box is the perfect way to get Valentine's Day started because everyone knows that the shortest path to their heart is through their stomach! On sale now at their website - Order before 2/9 to Make Valentine's Day Sweet. Naturally. Match-Norwalkhttps://matchsono.com/Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Match from Friday to Wednesday – they still have a few tables available! Match will be closed on Super Bowl Sunday. Make your reservations online. Melting Pot-Darienhttps://www.meltingpot.com/darien-ct/They will be offering their Valentine's Menu exclusively from 2/10-2/14. Four Course options start at $74.95 per person. All dinners include a Champagne Toast and a Special Gift for each couple. Looking to do something extra special? Please inquire about our Lovers Lane Premium Seating options.Nordic Sushi (Nordic Fish)-Fairfieldwww.nordicfishfairfield.comCelebrate this Valentine's Day with an exquisite sushi platter! Treat yourself or enjoy with your special someone to an unforgettable night of great flavors and delicious seafood. Platters will be sold only on February 13th and 14th. Call today and place your order. They are limited to 100 orders!Ola Latin Kitchen-Bridgeporthttps://www.olalatinkitchen.com/They are offering a special Valentine’s Day menu from Feb 10-14. Special holiday drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts are available to choose from. Call 203-296-4884 to book your reservation.Palmer’s Market-Darienwww.palmersdarien.comThe Valentine’s Day bakery is open at Palmer’s Market! Chocolate covered strawberries and mini cupcakes are just a few of the things you can expect to order. Floral arrangements are available to order as well. Pier 131 Kitchen & Bar-Sheltonwww.pier131.comReserve a romantic table in the dining room by a fireplace or in the expansive bar area with stunning views of the Housatonic River lit up at night. Specials include Lobster Lollipops, Twin Lobster Tails, a specially prepared Halibut and Pan Seared Scallops. Reservations strongly recommended. 203-513-2935.Prime Stamford-Stamfordhttps://stamford.restaurantprime.com/Love is in the air at Prime. Spend a little quality time with the one you love this Valentine's Day Weekend, as they will serve all of your favorite Prime dishes, plus delicious holiday specials! Reservations are strongly encouraged.The Smithy-Monroewww.smithyrestaurantct.comBring your Valentine to The Smithy! Their special Valentine’s dinner for two will be available February 14th-19th for $119 per couple. Includes one (1) porterhouse steak, one (1) lobster tail with rice or potato, salads, rolls, crackers, and a bottle of champagne.SoNo 1420-Norwalkwww.sono1420.comNothing says "I love you" like a bottle of Vo Vodka with art by M.C. Helwett. Spread the LOVE for Valentine's Day. Also, take part in a pizza and craft cocktail class with Pieology and SoNo1420 on Thu. Feb 9 from 6pm-8pm.Sorrento Importing-Bridgeportwww.sorrentoimporting.comHeart-shaped fresh ravioli for your Italian-loving Valentine! Snag some of their Besciamella sauce to drizzle on top. Buon appetito, amore mio!Townhouse-Greenwichwww.townhousegreenwich.comAny day can be Valentine’s Day, but only on the 14th of February will you be able to enjoy our prix fixe menu with your loved ones. Call or book online to reserve your table. Reservations available for 3- and 4-course prix fixe dinners.The Wheel-Stamfordwww.thevillagewheel.comBook a reservation on OpenTable for their Valentine’s prix fixe menu, lovely libations, live music and some lovely takeaway treats.Wildacre Rotisserie-Cos Cobhttps://www.wildacrerotisserie.com/Wildacre Rotisserie will be hosting a chocolate-making class on Valentine's Day from 6PM - 7:30PM, taught by Dani LeBlanc from Cloudy Lane Bakery. Tickets are $40 and include a Wildacre meal (quarter chicken meal, salad or wrap), a glass of wine, a custom chocolate bar and a Cloudy Lane Chocolate Cloud Bar for dessert! Tickets available at www.wildacrerotisserie.com/events.New Haven CountySherkaan Indian Street Food-New Haven https://www.sherkaan.com/Looking for a bindaas date night this Valentine's Day? Book an evening making cocktails with Sherkaan Indian Street Food! Each couple will build a shaken cocktail, a stirred cocktail and a cocktail of their creation. Learn the history of the cocktails being made while following demonstrations on the proper way to shake, stir and pour. Sherkaan will supply all of the equipment you need to become bindaas cocktail experts. They will also send you home with all the tools you will need to make drinks at home and impress your friends (shaker tins, strainer, jigger, mixing glass, bar spoon)! Light snacks will be served throughout the evening. Sign up by Feb. 7th. Limited to 25 couples, so don't wait! Make your reservation via Resy.Hachiroku Shokudo & Sake Bar-New HavenIG @hachiroku_newhavenThey will be open for dinner on Tuesday Feb 14 for a prix-fixe menu including Japanese A5 Wagyu, Uni, and Bluefin Tuna. Please DM on Instagram or check them out on Resy to book your reservation. Il Gabbiano-New Havenhttps://www.ilgabbianonewhaven.com/Enjoy three courses with a complimentary glass of prosecco for $45.95 per person. Promo valid for February 14 only. Guests will have the option to choose each course. Dinner reservations are prepaid; call ahead for reservations. Madeline's Empanaderia-New Havenhttps://www.madelinesempanadas.com/On February 14th, they will offer a three-course dinner, craft cocktails, and live music. Seatings at 6pm & 8pm. Rose buckets and an intimate setting await you and your Valentine. On Saturday Feb 18th, join them for Silky's Flower Shop present the Secret Garden. Join us for an evening of Gastronomy, Flower, & an immersive experience.Madison Beach Hotel-Madisonhttps://thewharfmadison.com/A spectacular Prix Fixe Menu is available alongside regular menu offerings. February 10, 11, 12 and February 16-19. Visit https://www.opentable.com/the-wharf-madison-beach-hotel Oak Haven Table & Bar-New Havenhttps://www.oakhaventableandbar.com/They are doing an optional Prix Fixe menu in addition to their regular menu Friday Feb 10 - Monday Feb 13. The 3 course dinner is $60PP and is the only menu they will be offering on Tuesday Feb 14th. In addition, they are throwing a big party on Saturday for singles!Shell and Bones-New Havenwww.shellandbones.comShell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill will be celebrating “Five Days of Valentine’s,” offering specials in addition to its regular a la carte menu from Friday, February 10 – Tuesday, February 14. Specials include Lonely Hearts Club cocktail, Country Fried Chicken (of the woods), Wagyu Sirloin, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Red Velvet Lava Cake, Red Miso Carrot Cake and more. Reservations may be made via shellandbones.com or by calling 203.787.3466. Wood-N-Tap-Hamden, Wallingfordhttps://www.woodntap.com/See Hartford County section for detailsMiddlesex CountyGrano Arso-Chester https://www.granoct.com/Celebrate Valentine's Day at Grano Arso Restaurant located in the charming town of Chester. Grano Arso will be offering a 4 course prix-fixe menu for $70 per person with an optional wine pairing of $35 per person. Guests will have the option to choose each course! For appetizers, choose between Mussel Insalata, Roasted Carrots, or Misticanza. For the second course, choose either Ricotta Agnolotti or Spaghetti al Limone. Third course includes your choice of Duck Breast or Seared Scallops. And for dessert, choose between their Chocolate Torta or their Affogato Sundae. Dinner reservations are prepaid. Visit OpenTable to reserve your special night! Brushmill by the Waterfall-Chesterhttps://thebrushmill.com/Brushmill by the Waterfall will offer a special three course prix-fixe menu for Valentine’s Day. Cost is $75 per person and includes a complimentary champagne toast. Make your reservation on OpenTable today!Carlson’s Landing-Essexwww.carlsonslanding.comCarlson’s Landing is offering up a four-course dinner with options including Mussel Insalata, Ricotta Agnolotti, Duck Breast, Seared Scallops, and an Affogato Sundae. Valentine’s Dinner costs $70 per person, $35 optional wine pairing excluding tax & gratuity.The Essex-Old Saybrookhttps://www.theessex.com/They have a few seats remaining for Valentine’s Day, remember, tasting menu ONLY (a la carte is not available on the 14th!) Their Valentine’s special tasting menu is also available the rest of the week as their tasting menu option!! Please be sure to check out their website for the special holiday menus! They are offering a 7 course tasting and a 7 course vegetarian tasting option!Little Pub-Old Saybrookhttp://littlepub.com/See Fairfield County section for detailsLyman Orchards-Middlefieldhttps://lymanorchards.com/Bring the kiddos to their Valentine’s Heart Cake Decorating Workshop on Sat Feb 11 (10AM, 1PM, or 3PM) or Sun Feb 12 (10AM or 1PM) at the Apple Barrel Farm Market Bakery. Also visit their hot cocoa bar and free Valentine card making station.Wild Orchid Supper Club-Middletownwww.thewildorchidsupperclub.comGather your gowns and black ties and head to Wadsworth Mansion this Valentine’s Day for a unique sensory dining experience! This unforgettable night features 5 aphrodisiac filled courses, sensory activities for you and your sweetheart, a candlelight concert with Dr. Violin, and special dance performances by Middletown Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Sweetheart and V.I.P. tables available at www.thewildorchidsupperclub.com.Hartford CountyWood-N-Tap-Enfield, Hartford, Farmington, Newington, Rocky Hill, Southington https://www.woodntap.com/All Wood-n-Tap restaurants will be making Valentine’s Day and that whole weekend something special with a three-course meal special made for romance. The $38 per person, in-house, holiday dining meal is being offered Feb. 10 to 14. The fixed-price special includes a choice of several soups or salads, entrees including filet medallions, stuffed sole, penne a la vodka with grilled shrimp or blackened shrimp and choice of desserts including crème brulee and chocolate cake with Amarena rum sauce.Wood-n-Tap restaurants are located in Hartford, Enfield, Vernon, Newington, Rocky Hill, Farmington, Southington, Hamden and Wallingford. For more information and reservations go to woodntap.com.Artisan-West Hartfordhttps://www.artisanwesthartford.com/Artisan in West Hartford and Southport, CT will be offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu for Valentine's Day on February 14. Guests will enjoy dishes artfully created especially for the occasion in an elegant setting that is both refined and relaxed. The dinner takes place Tuesday Feb 14 from 5PM-10PM.Cafe Aura-Manchesterwww.cafeaura.comGet out of the kitchen, mix things up, and make this a Valentine’s Day to remember! Join Cafe Aura and enjoy signature Italian dishes, Prime Steaks, creative cocktails, and celebratory specials. Call for reservations: (860) 643-2751Cafe Louise-West Hartfordwww.cafelouise.comAre you team Chocolate Torte or team Panna Cotta? Make Valentine’s Day extra special with their holiday takeout menu! Find the full menu at this link and give them a call to place your orders today!The Cake Gypsy-Avonwww.cakegypsy.comCelebrate Valentine’s Day at Cake Gypsy. Join them for a fun-filled Valentine’s decorating class. Refreshments and snacks provided. You will also be bringing home everything you make! Class is held at our Avon location on February 14th from 7-9 pm. $55 includes everything and aprons will be provided. Call 860-678-2500 to preregister. The Charles-Wethersfieldwww.thecharlesct.comChef Tom Kaldy and his award-winning team will be putting on a weekend full of love and delicious food that’s sure to be love at first bite—start with their Homemade Ricotta featuring lovely and local Wethersfield honey and end with their Passion Fruit Tira-Misu Trifle. Make a reservation and try their Valentine's Day Specials all weekend long and on Valentine's Day! Delamar Hotels-West Hartfordhttps://delamar.com/Special Valentine’s packages for the month of February are available at Delamar Hotels. Package includes accommodations for two, bottle of champagne on ice, chocolate truffles in room upon arrival, buffet breakfast, a $100 hotel credit towards a dining experience at Artisan or luxurious treatments at the Spa, and 1:00pm late departure.Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar-West Hartfordhttps://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/Whether you're celebrating romance, friendship or mutual admiration, their 3-Course Menu is guaranteed to impress. Reservations are currently available February 10 – 13.The Gastropark-West Hartfordhttps://www.thegastropark.com/LIGHT UP your Valentine's Day this year by handcrafting a candle with All Love Candles at the GastroPark on Thursday, 2/9. The Vulgar Chef will be hosting a ‘glizzburger’ pop-up on February 14 from 6pm-9pm for a Very Vulgar Valentine’s event.The Hollow at Manchester Country Club-Manchesterwww.thehollowatmcc.comEnjoy a romantic evening at The Hollow for Valentine's Day! Whether you choose something from our regular menu or one of our delicious specials, it's a dinner you and your love won't forget. Reservations are available from 4 to 8:30PM on Tuesday, February 14th. Call for reservations: (860) 646-0104Millwright’s-Simsburywww.millwrightsrestaurant.comCelebrate your Valentine at one of Connecticut’s most romantic restaurants. Their 4-course prix fixe Valentine's menu will be available February 10th-14th. View their menu and make your reservations online.The Olive Bar & George’s Pizza-Unionvillewww.olivebarct.comOlive Bar + George's Pizza & Restaurant will be offering Valentine's Day cocktail specials and heart-shaped pizza to celebrate.Seasons Restaurant at Avon Old Farms Hotel-Avonhttps://www.avonoldfarmshotel.com/dineSeasons Restaurant at Avon Old Farms Hotel is offering Valentine’s Day dinner specials on February 9th, 10th and 11th or join them for a special Sweetheart Brunch on February 12th from 10am-2pm. For more information or to make a reservation call: (860) 269-0240.New London CountyThe Port of Call-Mystichttps://theportofcallct.com/Make a full weekend out of your Valentine’s Day with "The Sleepover," a Valentine's Day Overnight Package at The Port of Call. Reservations are available on Resy.The Shipwright’s Daughter-Mysticwww.shipwrightsdaughter.comFrom February 11 - 14th, there is a romantic 5-course chef's tasting menu available that's been expertly curated by Chef David Standridge for $100 per person with optional sommelier-selected wine pairings available for $50 per person. An à la carte menu will also be available. Reservations can be made via OpenTable. Sift Bake Shop-Mysticwww.siftbakeshopmystic.comOrder all manner of sweets for your sweet this Valentine’s Day-Chocolate Bavarian Mousse, Strawberry Champagne Tart, heart-shaped macarons and croissants, gift-boxes of their beautiful macarons and artisan chocolate confections, shortbread or festive to-go cocktails.The Spice Paletteus-New Londonhttps://thespicepaletteus.com/They are open for dinner on Valentine’s Day with a special menu for the holiday! Please make reservations ahead of time online or by calling (959) 201-6913. Windham CountyStone Row Kitchen & Bar-Willimanticwww.stonerowkb.comFeb 11, 12, and 14 will feature their Valentine’s Menu of 4 courses, from starter to dessert, with such delicious dishes as Big Rock Oysters, Butternut Bisque, Crispy Pork Belly, Monkfish and Vanilla Creme Brulee.Tolland CountyCamille’s Wood Fired Pizza-Tollandhttp://camillespizza.comEnjoy a four-course Valentine’s Day dinner by Chef Stephen at Camille’s Wood Fired Pizza in Tolland on Feb 14th from 6PM-9PM. Cost is $77 per person.JRego's Gathering Place-Ellingtonhttps://www.jregosgatheringplace.com/Join them on Sat Feb 11 or Tue Feb 14 for a special Valentine’s Day celebration. Chefs dinner specials, signature cocktails, and dessert wine and chocolates for each table. And on Saturday evening from 6PM-9PM, enjoy live saxophone music from Saxy Patience. Wood-N-Tap-Vernonhttps://www.woodntap.com/See Hartford County section for detailsLitchfield CountyCommunity Table-New Prestonhttps://www.communitytablect.comCommunity Table will be open on Valentine’s Day! The three-course dinner will be available Feb 14 from 4:30PM-9:30PM. Choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert.Ore Hill-Kenthttps://orehillandswyft.comCelebrate Valentine's Day in Ore Hill. On Tuesday, February 14th from 5 pm - 8 pm, enjoy a prix fixe multi-course tasting menu with a wine pairing option or specialty cocktails from their bar. Cost is $110 per person plus tax & tip, and includes a glass of bubbly by the fireplace. Book your table here.
