Northern Virginia’s Valentine’s Day Hot Spots!

Hey foodies, get ready for a Valentine's Day celebration like no other! What better way to spend Valentine’s Day than enjoying a delicious meal together. These Northern Virginia hot spots will offer special menus and experiences for the holiday! Be sure to make your reservations as soon as possible.

Let's start our list with Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse, where a delightful three-course prix fixe menu awaits at just $95 per person. Picture this: Kobe beef carpaccio, egg fettuccine with scallops, Chilean sea bass with saffron risotto, and a tempting dessert sampler featuring warm chocolate cake – it's a feast for the senses! This special menu is available from February 14 to 17, and if you're feeling a bit more traditional, their regular menu is also up for grabs. Head over to 1902 Reston Metro Plz., Reston, for a romantic culinary experience.

Next up is L’Auberge Chez Francois, offering a seven-course Valentine’s Day Culinary Musical Celebration Experience. Tuna tartare martini, chateaubriand for two, beef Wellington, and Le Homard du Maine – this menu is a symphony of flavors accompanied by guitarist Jarett Laskey's romantic tunes. Choose from seatings at 11:30 a.m., 3 p.m., or 6 p.m., and don't forget to check out the special menu at Jacques’ Brasserie. Find this culinary haven at 332 Springvale Rd., Great Falls.

Palette 22 is serving up a Palette Passport special that lets you choose any three items from their à la carte or specials menus for just $22.22 per person. Dive into unique dishes like smoked carrot dip, steak tartare causa, rock shrimp and port siu mai, and Vindaloo duck at this art-focused spot in Shirlington, located at 4053 Campbell Ave., Arlington.

Roberto’s Ristorante Italiano, situated on Vienna’s Church Street, offers a four-course Italian feast crafted by chef Roberto Donna for $129 per person. Thinly sliced roasted veal with tuna, housemade duck ravioli, lamb tenderloin, and Nutella semifreddo with banana mousse and chocolate hazelnuts are just some of the highlights. Join the celebration at 144 Church St. NW, Vienna.

For chocolate lovers, The Conche is your go-to spot. Indulge in a five-course prix fixe menu for $140 per person featuring delights like charred octopus, potato gnocchi, scallops or beef tenderloin, and decadent desserts such as Cupid’s Kiss or Match Made in Heaven. Find this chocolate haven at 1605 Village Market Blvd. SE, Ste. J108, Leesburg.

Trummer’s in charming Clifton is hosting a Valentine’s Day celebration on February 10, 13, or 14. For $98 per person, savor a three-course dinner with options like baked oysters, braised short ribs, and delightful desserts including strawberry Bundt cake. Visit 7134 Main St., Clifton, for a cozy bistro experience.

Vola’s Dockside Grill in Old Town Alexandria has a special Valentine's Day menu featuring surf and turf, pan-seared Chilean sea bass, and a seafood tower for two. The tower includes oysters Rockefeller, ceviche-style oysters, Alaskan crab legs, mussels, and shrimp cocktail. You can also explore their à la carte menu with tacos and American cuisine at 101 N. Union St., Alexandria.

2941 Northern Virginia Magazine’s No. 1 restaurant for 2023 will offer a three-course prix fixe Valentine’s Day menu on February 14 for $105. The menu is also available February 13 and 15–17, and a five-course tasting menu for $135 per person is also available on those dates. 2941 Fairview Park Dr., Falls Church 

Ada’s on the River This waterfront restaurant will offer specials including the A5 Japanese wagyu New York strip steak, a 24-ounce prime 30-day dry-aged bone-in New York strip, and a cold-water lobster tail with lemon-garlic butter, in addition to its signature à la carte menu, 3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria 

Ambar Clarendon  Try unlimited small plates of cuisine from the Balkan Peninsula with a modern twist for $94.99 per person. Dishes available only on Valentine’s Day from 4 to 11 p.m. include grilled oyster mushrooms, oxtail potato gnocchi, bacon-wrapped dates with tomato sauce, zucchini cake with cucumber yogurt, and Forrest gnocchi to share. Select cocktails will be priced at 99 cents per drink. 2901 Wilson Blvd., Arlington 

Last but not least, Yume Sushi in Arlington invites you to celebrate Valentine’s Day from February 12 to 18 with a six-course chef tasting menu based on seasonal ingredients. This special menu is available for dinner during the week and for both lunch and brunch on Saturday, February 17. Visit 2121 N. Westmoreland St., A-2, Arlington, for a sushi-filled celebration!

With so many delightful options, your Valentine's Day is sure to be a great time. Cheers to love and great food! ❤️ 🥂