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Toronto's Best Spots for a Valentine's Day Date
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Toronto's Best Spots for a Valentine's Day Date
Toronto's best spots for Valentine's Day are a heady mix — from places that overload the senses with a surfeit of stunning details to others that can best be described as intimate and serene.
Whether you and your plus one like to go all out when professing your mutual admiration or prefer a more private display of affection, you'll find a restaurant here to suit your mood. Indulge in menus that push luxury at every turn, and toast to love this Valentine's Day with the one that matters most.
King West
90 Portland Street
VELA
With five courses to acquaint yourself with, you'll have plenty of time to gaze into your boo's eyes over dinner at Vela this Valentine's Day. A menu that promises leisure, luxury and sparks of love, this one includes Hokkaido Scallops, Crispy Madai and silky White Chocolate Mousse.
VELA
King West
90 Portland Street
With five courses to acquaint yourself with, you'll have plenty of time to gaze into your boo's eyes over dinner at Vela this Valentine's Day. A menu that promises leisure, luxury and sparks of love, this one includes Hokkaido Scallops, Crispy Madai and silky White Chocolate Mousse.
Harbourfront
111 Princes' Blvd
Valerie
Few things pair as well with Valerie's breathtaking city views as the choice of luxe dishes on its Valentine's Day menu. Available for one night only, the list flits from Ebi Fritter and Striploin to Truffle Mushroom Udon and assorted mochi.
Valerie
Harbourfront
111 Princes' Blvd
Few things pair as well with Valerie's breathtaking city views as the choice of luxe dishes on its Valentine's Day menu. Available for one night only, the list flits from Ebi Fritter and Striploin to Truffle Mushroom Udon and assorted mochi.
The Cottage Cheese
For couples looking to focus on each other (rather than on the spectacle surrounding them), The Cottage Cheese is a cozy retreat serving killer Indian food. On February 14th, pair signature dishes — think Butter Chicken, Chicken 65 and delicate Ricotta Kofta — with sparkling wine and your one true love.
The Cottage Cheese
For couples looking to focus on each other (rather than on the spectacle surrounding them), The Cottage Cheese is a cozy retreat serving killer Indian food. On February 14th, pair signature dishes — think Butter Chicken, Chicken 65 and delicate Ricotta Kofta — with sparkling wine and your one true love.
Skylight
A three-course menu peppered with showstoppers, Skylight's Valentine's prix fixe is the only thing that can best the restaurant's rooftop oasis vibe. If you can imagine yourself and your sweetie dining on Truffle Labneh with Mushroom Shawarma, Wagyu Coulotte and Dark Chocolate Cake with amarena cherries between February 9th and 12th, act fast to secure your spot.
Skylight
A three-course menu peppered with showstoppers, Skylight's Valentine's prix fixe is the only thing that can best the restaurant's rooftop oasis vibe. If you can imagine yourself and your sweetie dining on Truffle Labneh with Mushroom Shawarma, Wagyu Coulotte and Dark Chocolate Cake with amarena cherries between February 9th and 12th, act fast to secure your spot.
Fashion District
98 Portland St
SARA Restaurant
Fine Dining
Elegant and unconventional, Sara's style and lack of ego are as attractive as your true love's. Settle into a cozy corner and reconnect over Ikuri Latkes, Wagyu Reubens, Chocolate Pavolva, and more.
SARA Restaurant
Fashion District
98 Portland St
Elegant and unconventional, Sara's style and lack of ego are as attractive as your true love's. Settle into a cozy corner and reconnect over Ikuri Latkes, Wagyu Reubens, Chocolate Pavolva, and more.
Fine Dining
Downtown
100 Front St W
REIGN
Polished and posh, few spots feel as worthy of your special occasions as Reign, at The Fairmont Royal York. Dress to impress and guide your better half to a four-course menu crafted with indulgence in mind. From Truffled Gougères and Venison Tartare to Seabass Fillet and the Rose Heart, this is the type of meal that memories are made of.
REIGN
Downtown
100 Front St W
Polished and posh, few spots feel as worthy of your special occasions as Reign, at The Fairmont Royal York. Dress to impress and guide your better half to a four-course menu crafted with indulgence in mind. From Truffled Gougères and Venison Tartare to Seabass Fillet and the Rose Heart, this is the type of meal that memories are made of.
Trinity-Bellwoods
794 Dundas St W
Patois
Jamaican
If one day of love won't do, celebrate Valentine's Day between February 9th and 18th with the team at Patois. Whether you opt for the Lovers Lane or the One Love menu — each of which features patties, jerk chicken, drinks and Heart Shaped Cookie Butter French Toast — the love you'll feel will be undeniable.
Patois
Trinity-Bellwoods
794 Dundas St W
If one day of love won't do, celebrate Valentine's Day between February 9th and 18th with the team at Patois. Whether you opt for the Lovers Lane or the One Love menu — each of which features patties, jerk chicken, drinks and Heart Shaped Cookie Butter French Toast — the love you'll feel will be undeniable.
Jamaican
Mother Tongue
A flood of Asian and Filipino flavours invigorate every morsel at this spot on Adelaide Street West. For Valentine's Day, the team has created a tasting menu to thrill — from Duck Dumplings and Lumpia to Sweet Crispy Baozi.
Mother Tongue
A flood of Asian and Filipino flavours invigorate every morsel at this spot on Adelaide Street West. For Valentine's Day, the team has created a tasting menu to thrill — from Duck Dumplings and Lumpia to Sweet Crispy Baozi.
Roncesvalles
413 Roncesvalles Ave
Miss Aida
Roncesvalles' go-to spot for Levantine cuisine, Miss Aida lures diners looking to share deeply flavoured bites with friends. For Valentine's Day, chef's seven-course feast for two invites couples to get frisky as they feed each other a parade of delectable morsels.
Miss Aida
Roncesvalles
413 Roncesvalles Ave
Roncesvalles' go-to spot for Levantine cuisine, Miss Aida lures diners looking to share deeply flavoured bites with friends. For Valentine's Day, chef's seven-course feast for two invites couples to get frisky as they feed each other a parade of delectable morsels.
Harbourfront
10 Bay St # 105
Miku Toronto
Japanese
From February 9th to 14th, love will be in the air at Miku. If your partner swoons for sashimi, striploin, sushi, and more, the team's kaiseki menu is sure to make their heart flutter. Add the optional wine and sake pairing if making a grand impression is high on your list.
Miku Toronto
Harbourfront
10 Bay St # 105
From February 9th to 14th, love will be in the air at Miku. If your partner swoons for sashimi, striploin, sushi, and more, the team's kaiseki menu is sure to make their heart flutter. Add the optional wine and sake pairing if making a grand impression is high on your list.
Japanese
Financial District
325 Bay St
Louix Louis
French
Inspired by one of the world's most romantic spots, the French Valentine's Day menu at Louix Louis includes delights like Kabocha Bisque and Tarte Tropezienne. Are you obligated to upgrade your dinner with the hotel's exclusive overnight package? Only if you'd like the party to continue well after the dessert course has been cleared.
Louix Louis
Financial District
325 Bay St
Inspired by one of the world's most romantic spots, the French Valentine's Day menu at Louix Louis includes delights like Kabocha Bisque and Tarte Tropezienne. Are you obligated to upgrade your dinner with the hotel's exclusive overnight package? Only if you'd like the party to continue well after the dessert course has been cleared.
French
Ossington
141 Ossington Ave
Favorites Thai BBQ
Thai
This Valentine's Day, head to the Ossington strip with your sweetie for an eight-course dinner and glass of bubbles at Favorites Thai BBQ. A chef's choice of temptations, this one is likely to include everyone's faves — from Fried Chicken Wings to House-Made Thai Sausage.
Favorites Thai BBQ
Ossington
141 Ossington Ave
This Valentine's Day, head to the Ossington strip with your sweetie for an eight-course dinner and glass of bubbles at Favorites Thai BBQ. A chef's choice of temptations, this one is likely to include everyone's faves — from Fried Chicken Wings to House-Made Thai Sausage.
Thai
Yorkville
Manulife Centre
Eataly Toronto
Italian
Raise a glass to l'amore at Eataly Toronto's Trattoria Milano. Mull over choices ranging from a Crudo Trio and Robiola al Forno to Ravioli di Barbietole and Tajarin, with veal ragù. Then sweeten things up with Lettera D'Amore — a dessert that says everything you're already thinking.
Eataly Toronto
Yorkville
Manulife Centre
Raise a glass to l'amore at Eataly Toronto's Trattoria Milano. Mull over choices ranging from a Crudo Trio and Robiola al Forno to Ravioli di Barbietole and Tajarin, with veal ragù. Then sweeten things up with Lettera D'Amore — a dessert that says everything you're already thinking.
Italian
Junction Triangle
827 Lansdowne Ave
Donna’s
A place that comforts whether you're on your first or hundredth date, Donna's envelops guests with its warm hug of hospitality. With Kanpachi Crudo, Housemade Bucatini, and more, the team's three-course Valentine's Day dinner proves you don't need bells and whistles to have a crackerjack celebration.
Donna’s
Junction Triangle
827 Lansdowne Ave
A place that comforts whether you're on your first or hundredth date, Donna's envelops guests with its warm hug of hospitality. With Kanpachi Crudo, Housemade Bucatini, and more, the team's three-course Valentine's Day dinner proves you don't need bells and whistles to have a crackerjack celebration.
Chinatown
431 Spadina Ave.
Bitter Melon
The gift of a five-course dinner (preferably with wine pairings), never falls flat. Make the destination Bitter Melon — a place where industrial chic meets a menu inspired by the city itself — and don't be surprised by the fireworks that follow. The team's Valentine's Day menu is available on February 14th, beginning at 5 pm.
Bitter Melon
Chinatown
431 Spadina Ave.
The gift of a five-course dinner (preferably with wine pairings), never falls flat. Make the destination Bitter Melon — a place where industrial chic meets a menu inspired by the city itself — and don't be surprised by the fireworks that follow. The team's Valentine's Day menu is available on February 14th, beginning at 5 pm.
Bar Chica
Spend an unforgettable February night nibbling on a variety of tapas at Bar Chica. From Croquettas de Jamon Con Trufas to Costillas Horneadas and Persimmon Crema Catalana, every bite will have you dreaming of a sojourn with your sweetie on Spanish soil.
Bar Chica
Spend an unforgettable February night nibbling on a variety of tapas at Bar Chica. From Croquettas de Jamon Con Trufas to Costillas Horneadas and Persimmon Crema Catalana, every bite will have you dreaming of a sojourn with your sweetie on Spanish soil.
York Mills
4150 Yonge St
Auberge du Pommier
French
Following a light refresh, this North York gem is primed to be the perfect backdrop to your romantic Valentine's Day rendez-vous. Whether you opt for a midday or dinner date, Homard Thermidor, Boeuf Braisé, Gâteau au Chocolat and more are guaranteed to taste magnifique.
Auberge du Pommier
York Mills
4150 Yonge St
Following a light refresh, this North York gem is primed to be the perfect backdrop to your romantic Valentine's Day rendez-vous. Whether you opt for a midday or dinner date, Homard Thermidor, Boeuf Braisé, Gâteau au Chocolat and more are guaranteed to taste magnifique.
French
Downtown
150 York St
Alobar Downtown
Join a well-heeled crew at Alobar Downtown for a 4-course dinner this Valentine's Day. Will the East Coast Oysters, Lobster & White Truffle Pasta and Tiramisu Chocolate Tart distract you from your love? If they do, nobody will blame you.
Alobar Downtown
Downtown
150 York St
Join a well-heeled crew at Alobar Downtown for a 4-course dinner this Valentine's Day. Will the East Coast Oysters, Lobster & White Truffle Pasta and Tiramisu Chocolate Tart distract you from your love? If they do, nobody will blame you.
Fashion District
51 Camden St
Alder
With its smouldering aura, menu by Patrick Kriss, and location inside the Ace Hotel, Alder needs little more recommendation come Valentine's Day. Still, specials like Beet & Hamachi Carpaccio and Pistachio Mille Feuille (offered between February 10th and 14th) can't hurt.
Alder
Fashion District
51 Camden St
With its smouldering aura, menu by Patrick Kriss, and location inside the Ace Hotel, Alder needs little more recommendation come Valentine's Day. Still, specials like Beet & Hamachi Carpaccio and Pistachio Mille Feuille (offered between February 10th and 14th) can't hurt.
Aera
The city's swankiest new room with a view, Aera invites Valentine's Day celebrants to dine on a prix-fixe menu, 38 stories high. Each four-course dinner begins with bubbles, before moving onto an amuse-bouche, a choice of appetizer, main and Paris Brest Gâteau with silky almond mousseline.
Aera
The city's swankiest new room with a view, Aera invites Valentine's Day celebrants to dine on a prix-fixe menu, 38 stories high. Each four-course dinner begins with bubbles, before moving onto an amuse-bouche, a choice of appetizer, main and Paris Brest Gâteau with silky almond mousseline.