Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and romantic dinner plans are a must. Check out these amazing restaurants in the Phoenix area that will be perfect for your romantic Valentine’s Day (and weekend) dinner this year.
Prado
Prado at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa in Scottsdale is offering a special Valentine’s Day dinner, Saturday and Sunday, February 13 and 14, with reservations between 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. With its romantic ambiance and iconic backdrop, Prado is the perfect place to celebrate the most romantic night of the year. Indulge in a three-course prix fixe menu for two for $79 per person, with wine pairings for an additional $35 pp.
See the menu at omnihotels.com and for reservations, call 480.627.3020.
elements
Executive Chef Beau MacMillan will turn up the heat with a celebratory Valentine’s Day dinner four-course prix fixe menu, available in elements on Sunday, February 14. Menu highlights include Maine Lobster and Artichoke Tart; Bison Steak Tartare; Miso-Glazed Chilean Sea Bass; Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast; Roasted Vegetable and Green Curry Hot Pot; and Dark Chocolate and Gianduja Profiteroles. Dinner is $125 per person, including a Chef’s amuse and glass of Brut Etoile Rosé and will be served from 5:30-10:30 p.m. Prices exclude tax and gratuity.
For more information or to make a reservation, visit sanctuaryaz.com or call 855.245.2051.
Flourish
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a weekend of dining at Flourish, the sustainably sourced all-new restaurant located on the grounds of the boutique CopperWynd Resort in the mountains above Fountain Hills and North Scottsdale, where they will be hosting a romantic dinner on February 13-14 and brunch on February 14. Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 (5 pm) enjoy a spectacular three-course dinner showcasing chef Mike Winneker’s fresh, sustainably source ingredients and imaginative dishes, along with a bottle of red wine, white wine, or champagne and live music for $240 per couple.
For more information and reservations, call 480.333.1880 or visit flourishaz.com.
ZuZu
ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale is offering a romantic dinner from 3pm to 11pm, Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14. Order off the seasonal dinner menu or choose from Valentine’s specials including Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin with crispy blue crab, a Strawberry Trifle for Two and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Vintage 2004 Rosé Champagne for only $85. If brunch is more your speed, the Bloody Mary + Mimosa Bar is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with live music Sunday by Jim Lugo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. From 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days, order off the seasonal menu or choose the Valentine’s special, a Southwest Benedict on jalapeño cornbread with spinach, poached eggs and smoked-chile hollandaise.
Reservations for inside or the shaded patio are recommended and can be made at 877.671.1770 or HotelValleyHo.com.
Gertrude’s
Gertrude’s at Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix is offering a special Valentine’s Day meni Friday, February 12 – Sunday, February 14, 4 – 9 p.m. The menu includes Oysters, Dry Aged Ribeye for Two, Bouillabaisse For Two and a “Candy Bar” for dessert.
Call 480.719.8600 to make a reservation.
Palo Verde Restaurant
At the Boulders Resort & Spa, Palo Verde Restaurant is offering a special three course menu on Sunday, February 14. The menu will feature a champagne toast, Prawns, King Crab, Lamb, Bacon wrapped beef tenderloin, truffles and more. The cost is $180.00 per couple.
For more information or to make a reservation, call the concierge at 480.488.9009.
T. Cook’s
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day Sunday, February 14, 4:30pm – 10pm at the legendary T. Cook’s restaurant at Royal Palms Resort and Spa, A Destination Hotel. Enjoy a prix-fixe menu with your choice of three courses including Forest Mushroom Risotto, T. Cook’s Lobster Bisque, Ratatouille Nicoise, Grilled Filet Mignon, Pan Sautéed John Dory, Chocolate Panna Cotta S’mores and more. The cost is $125++ per person, children’s items will be available a la carte upon request. Reservations are required.
To book a reservation, visit www.royalpalmshotel.com or call 602.808.0766.
LON’s
LON’s at The Hermosa Inn is celebrating Valentine’s Day week Friday, February 12 – Sunday, February 14 from 5 – 10 p.m. Toast to the love you share with that special someone while enjoying an indulgent multi-course menu prepared by Executive Chef Jeremy Pacheco and the LON’s culinary team, paired with one of the 500+ wines featured in LON’s award-winning wine list. The cost is $75++/person.
Reservations are required: LONs.com or 602.955.7878.
Taggia
This Valentine’s Day, couples can celebrate with a romantic, fireside dinner under the stars with a three-course, prix-fixe menu at Taggia at FireSky Resort & Spa, available Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 from 5:30 to 10:00pm. A slightly reduced a la carte menu will also be available. First course offerings include Espresso pork belly tartine, Lollo rossa salad and Tuscan ribollitta; entrees are Seared diver scallops, Lamb ragu tagliatelle and Grilled rib-eye steak; dessert options are Glazed chocolate napoleon or Pear tart. The cost is $65/ person ++, $35/person wine pairing also available.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 480.424.6095 or visiting taggiascottsdale.com.
Sierra Bonita Grill
On Valentine’s Day, celebrate the occasion with dinner at Sierra Bonita Grill. Sierra Bonita Grill be serving its regular dinner menu from 3 to 9 p.m., as well as Valentine’s specials, such as Slow Braised Short Ribs and Wood Grilled Shrimp and Butter Poached Lobster. Pair dinner with the French 77, a bubbly cocktail shaken with Arizona Distilling Company’s Commerce Gin, lemon, and St. Germain, then topped with champagne.
For more information, call 602.264.0700 or visit www.sierrabonitagrill.com.
Paul Martin’s American Grill
Enjoy a romantic meal at Paul Martin’s American Grill during Valentine’s weekend. In addition to the regular dinner menu, from Thursday, Feb. 11 to Monday, Feb. 15, Paul Martin’s will be serving a variety of decadent appetizers and entrees. To make the meal even more special, Paul Martin’s has hand selected the ideal wine to complement each dish. For those wishing to extend the holiday weekend, on Monday Feb. 15, enjoy a $50 Wine Dinner for Two. The meal comes with an organic green salad and entree for each guest (from select entrees), plus one bottle of wine to share from a menu of 25 different wines. A dozen different entrees are included in the Monday Wine Dinner for Two, including Steak Frites, BBQ Pork Ribs, Chimichurri Chicken, Linguini and Shrimp and Mesquite Grilled Salmon.
For more information, call 480.991.9342 or visit www.paulmartinsamericangrill.com.