Planning a Valentine’s Day dinner? Here are 30+ romantic Charlotte-area restaurants.
By Chyna Blackmon
North Corner Haven is a 600-acre working farm and wedding venue in Lancaster, S.C. Celebrate Valentine’s Day early with a special four-course dinner and live music.
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It’s almost time for one of the most romantic and expensive days of the year, Valentine’s Day.
Whether you want to dine in or dine out, many local restaurants and businesses are serving up special Valentine’s Day dinners to help you celebrate.
If you don’t want to try one of the best new restaurants in town, here’s a list of spots in and around Charlotte you can visit with your valentine.
Bar One Lounge is kicking off the grand opening of its newly expanded space this Valentine’s Day. There will be a special three-course dinner with champagne, beer or wine, along with performances from The Charlotte Youth Symphony. Reservations are required and can be made online.
If you want to celebrate with your girl gang, Billy Sunday is hosting a special Galentine’s Day brunch with special food and cocktails. This isn’t the only way you can celebrate with your girl friends. The cocktail bar is also hosting a Galentine’s movie night on Feb. 13 and a Galentine’s cocktail class on Feb. 16. You can find more information on all of the holiday events here.
Learn the tools of the mixology trade at Billy Sunday’s cocktail 101 class. Billy Sunday Charlotte
You can celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend enjoying dinner, drinks and dessert from The Capital Grille’s full dinner menu. From seared tenderloin to butter poached lobster tails and more than 350 wine and champagne selections, you and your special someone will have a lot to choose from. To make a Valentine’s Day reservation, visit thecapitalgrille.com.
If you want to skip the reservation and dine in at home, you can order a Take-Home Dinner special from Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen. You can get individual entrees paired with salad, sides and chocolate strawberry gateau for dessert. Pick up and delivery is available to almost everywhere in the greater Charlotte area. You can pre-order online here.
If you’re looking for a last minute reservation, Customshop Handcrafted Food has expanded spots for Valentine’s Day. You and your VIP can enjoy dinner paired with cocktails and desserts specially crafted for the holiday. Book your reservation online.
Set the mood this Valentine’s Day at Eddie V’s with dinner, champagne and live music. You can order your choice of seafood or steaks from the full dinner menu and end your evening with one of the many sweets on the restaurant dessert menu. Reservations are recommended. You can reserve a table at eddiev.com.
Wine and dine with classic Italian dishes for your Valentine’s Day dinner. Reservations can be made online, and Figo36 is also hosting an Instagram giveaway to win a dinner for two. (Make sure to enter before Feb. 1!)
You can wine and dine with your Valentine over a special three-course dinner. Fleming’s is offering two menus exclusively for the holiday. Both menus offer salad to start and dessert after dinner. You can reserve a table online at flemingssteakhouse.com.
The Gallery Restaurant is offering a four-course menu and an optional sommelier selected wine pairing. If you want to celebrate early with your friends, the Gallery is also offering a Galentine’s Afternoon Tea on Feb. 11-12 with sweets and live music. Reservations are required for both events. You book one here.
Tucked inside the UNC Charlotte Marriott, Golden Owl Tavern is serving up a special Valentine’s Day menu this year. You and your special someone can enjoy a four course meal featuring jalapeno cornbread, braised pork belly, chocolate molten cake and more. You can make reservations online.
Celebrating at home? Harper’s has you covered on a special meal to wine and dine takeout style. This year, the restaurant is offering a “take and bake” heart-shaped pizza and wine dinner for carryout orders. You can call (704) 366-6688 to order.
Spend your evening with a special Valentine’s Day menu full of appetizers, entrees and desserts from Haymaker. From crispy oysters to roasted duck breast, there’s a wide variety of food to choose from. Space is limited, so it’s best to reserve a spot sooner rather than later.
Want to skip dinner and just go for beer and sweets? No problem. All three Link & Pin locations will be tapping a cocoa-infused Russian Imperial Stout and providing a one-day-only chocolate dessert to pair with the special beer. Make your reservations here.
If you’re in the mood for Italian food, you might want to grab dinner at Little Mama’s. The restaurant is offering a Valentine’s Day special: saffron and shellfish risotto with scallops, shrimp, mussels, & calamari. There will also be specials Feb. 13-15 if you’re not celebrating on the actual holiday. Reservations can be made online here.
Get an early taste of a new Southern restaurant slated to open this year with a Valentine’s Day Dinner to-go box. Loretta’s is offering a special four-course dinner for two with drinks and gourmet strawberry and chocolate marshmallows for dessert. Pre-sales are open until Feb. 12. Call (704) 891-6233 to reserve your dinner box.
Loretta’s isn’t open for service yet, but it’s offering to-go boxes for a Valentine’s Day dinner that can offer you a sneak peak. Loretta's
Get a taste of love at the Melting Pot before, during, and after Valentine’s Day. Aside from the actual holiday, the restaurant is also offering special deals for their Cupid’s Celebration event Feb. 11-15. You can get an exclusive four-course meal with champagne. If you want to bring the whole family, the Melting Pot is also offering a young adult and kids menu. The Valentine’s Day special includes dinner and a keepsake for couples. Space is limited, so be sure to call (704) 334-4400 for reservations.
Napa at Kingsley is offering a special three-course meal for couples this Valentine’s Day. From lump crab cakes and salmon pastrami avocado toast to caramelized redfish and grilled heritage porkchop, there’s a wide selection to choose from. Plus, you’ll have your choice of raspberry cheesecake or strawberry rose tart for dessert. Reservations can be made online.
North Corner Haven is offering an early Valentine’s Day celebration with a four-course dinner and live music. Tickets include dinner, appetizers and a three-hour open bar service. You can buy tickets to the event online.
Whether you want an intimate dinner out or cozy night at home, you can order a special Valentine’s Day dinner from North Italia this year. The restaurant is offering an exclusive three-course meal featuring wild shrimp scampi, roasted porchetta, and dessert. Reservations can be made online.
You can get a special dinner for two on the lake this Valentine’s Day. Papa Doc’s is offering dinner and dessert topped with champagne for couples celebrating at their restaurant over the holiday weekend. Call (803) 831-0043 to make a reservation.
Peninsula Prime is offering steak and seafood with a romantic twist this year. Aside from the normal dinner menu, the restaurant will also be serving seafood towers for two along with complimentary champagne and amuse bouche on Valentine’s Day. Reservations are strongly encouraged..
Primal Brewery is offering a Valentine’s Day date night dinner special with a special menu available for one night only. The $90 value deal for two includes drinks, appetizers, dinner and dessert. Reservations must be made by Feb. 7. You can book a table here.
Red Salt by David Burke is serving up a special three-course meal for Valentine’s Day this year. From lobster dumplings and seared sea scallops to cheesecake lollipops and crème brûlée, there’s a wide selection to choose from for your celebration. Reservations can be made here.
Restaurant X Bistro is planning a four-course prix fixe meal for you and your valentine to enjoy. Expect an international take on cuisine at the cozy spot, which offers a curated list of wines and beers from around the world. Reservations are recommended.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone Euro-pub style. If you’re looking for a late-night option, swing by for Irish Coffee after a dinner date or with friends. Reservations can be made here.
Whether you’re celebrating on Valentine’s Day or before, Sante is offering a special French-influenced dinner and dessert menu with a wide selection to choose from. You must call 704-845-1899 to make a reservation.
If you want to have a special pop-up indoor or outdoor picnic for Valentine’s Day, you can order a charcuterie boxed for two from Charlotte-based Soulshine Soiree. Aside from your selected meats and cheeses, orders also come with a rose or floral arrangement with a personalized note. You can also add chocolates and other sweets of your choice. Soulshine Soiree is offering free delivery for any orders within the Charlotte area. You can place an order or book a picnic pop up here.
Want to celebrate over craft cocktails and oysters? Stir may be the perfect date night spot. Enjoy spirited drinks and seasonal seafood made from scratch. Reservations can be made here.
If you want to skip the reservation and enjoy dinner at home, Table & Twine is offering a chef-prepared meal kit that can be picked up or delivered. Choose from a dinner for two, a family pizza kit, Valentine’s cookie kit, cocktail mix and hand-rolled truffles. You can pre-order your meal kit online.
If you’re single and still want to celebrate with your friends, Wooden Robot is hosting its fifth annual “Single AF” Anti-Valentine’s Day Party. There will be drinks, food, trivia and a guided run to check out the Rail Trail lights.
Are there Valentine’s Day special meals we missed? Let us know.
