With Valentine’s Day around the corner and love in the air, it’s time to plan a special night with your sweetheart.
If you're in the mood to wine and dine, why not let some of Washington D.C.'s fabulously-talented chefs do all the work? We've highlighted six top-tier restaurants offering romantic Valentine’s Day specials sure to impress. Just make sure you book your reservation in advance.
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1330 Maryland Ave. SW / Website
If you are looking for a romantic get-away with delicious sweets, book a Valentine’s Day weekend at the Mandarin Oriental. Spoil yourself and your partner with the Valentine’s Romance package. Starting at $898 a night from Friday to Monday, Feb. 11 to 14, this deal has everything you need for a romantic weekend. You'll be greeted with a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne upon your arrival and enjoy an extravagant four-course Valentine’s dinner in your lavish suite. Want to sleep in the morning after a romantic dinner date? The package guarantees a 2:00 p.m. check out, so you can cuddle those extra few hours.
Not ready for a full stay? The Mandarin also offers a Lover’s Tower, A Sweet Night Cap special, prepared by Executive Pastry Chef Claus Olsen. Indulge in some delicious treats paired with scotch or a glass of champagne in the Mandarin's Empress lounge. The Lover's Tower runs $89 per person, and reservations are available from Friday to Monday , Feb. 11 to 14, between from 9 and 11 p.m.
Bresca
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1906 14th Street NW / Website
Searching for a spot to spend your Valentine’s dinner? Chef Ryan Ratino and his team invite you and your sweetheart to the Bresca for a six-course menu, available Friday to Monday, Feb. 11 to 14. It starts at $185 per person, and you can complement the experience with additional caviar and wine pairings. Enjoy starters of squash tart and romanesco, wagyu beef entrees or Bresca's duck a la presse, and finish with a variety of passionate desserts. Find the full menu on Bresca’s website, and book your reservation via Tock.
Jônt
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1904 14th Street NW / Website
Interested in international flavors? The Jônt offers a “Love and Luxury” menu that will feature some of the most luxurious ingredients from around the world. This unique experience is only available from Friday to Monday, Feb. 11 to 14. It starts off at $595 per person with optional “Luxury Bubbles” additions with wine pairing from global vineyards, starting off at $495 per person. Books your reservation via Tock.
Colada Shop
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1405 T Street NW / Website
Priced at $60, the Colada Shop’s Date Night Package with Heart-Shaped pastelitos includes one bottle of cava with strawberry reduction so you can make your own cocktails, two heart-shaped guava pastelitos, two empanadas, two croquetas, and two sandwiches. Orders for pick-up or local deliveries can be made through the company's website. If you’re just looking for a box of chocolates, Colada Shop and Arcay Chocolate Valentine’s Day Boxes are available for purchase at all Colada Shop locations. Flavors include pina colada, guava and ruby, café con leche, and dark chocolate churros con chocolate.
If you’re just looking for a fun activity, the Love Letters Coladas and Calligraphy Class at Colada Shop's Potomac Location is the perfect date. Priced at $75 per person, everyone is invited on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 5:30 p.m. to an evening filled with lovely lettering and Valentine’s Day celebration. Pros, hobbyists and total newbies are invited to the hour-and-a-half class complete with instruction, demonstration, a beginner’s calligraphy kit, and guidance as needed. Your ticket also includes a complimentary drink of your choosing. Register on Sip and Script.
Mita
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1280 4th Street NE / Website
If you’re vegan or vegetarian, finding a place to celebrate Valentine’s Day dinner can be difficult. Worry no more, because Mita's Chef Miguel Guerra and Tatiana Mora have created a plant-based Valentine's menu for $85 per person. From Friday to Monday, Feb. 11 to 14, guests can enjoy an eight-course meal with well-known Mita dishes such as watermelon crudo and arroz Mita. If you’re looking for a delicious plant-based brunch, visit Mita on Saturday or Sunday, Feb. 12 and 13, for a three-course plant-forward brunch menu. Book your reservations on Tock.
Serenata
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1280 4th Street NE / Website
Located at La Cosecha Market in Union Market District, Serenata will serve colorful Latin-American cocktails and bites for you and your valentine. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Serenata’s Love Bird Special, which includes two cocktails and one snack of choice for $35. You can choose classics such as the arandano and enviando mi amor, or select new menu items including the mamajuana, bramble negroni, paloma and corazon; the latter being Serenata’s version of a chocolate-raspberry martini. For more information or to book your reservation, be sure to visit the website.
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