The River North contemporary Greek restaurant will offer a special to-go option for two in honor of Valentine’s Day from Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14. For $89 per couple, guests will receive Hummus with pita bread, Greek-Style Mussels for two, choice of two entrees (options include Shrimp Souvlaki, Lamb Shoulder and more), a specialty dessert and a bottle of champagne. Orders will be available for pick-up and delivery via Tock.
Avli Taverna
From Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14, the modern Greek cuisine will offer individual prix fixe meal boxes for pick-up. Individual Valentine’s Day meal options include:
Lavraki Filet ($40): a filet of Mediterranean white fish, basmati rice, small tzatziki with cucumbers, Greek salad and yogurt mousse.
Taverna Steak ($40): ribeye steak with kalamata steak sauce, Greek potatoes, small spicy feta dip with pita chips, Diane salad and chocolate mousse.
Papoutsakia ($34): oven-roasted stuffed eggplant, grilled artichokes, basmati rice and sliced fruit and berries with mint.
Send an Avli Taverna “Cocktail-gram” to your valentine. Offered on Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14, all cocktails options are delivered in a 12.6-ounce sealed glass flask and include a box of housemade truffles and a kitschy Valentine Day card. Order available via Tock.
Chiya Chai
Chiya Chai will offer a special Valentine’s Day prix fixe dinner menu available for carryout from Friday, February 12 to Sunday, February 14. For $70 per couple, each person has the choice of the Bourbon Ginger Masala or Maharaja cocktail; choice of Chili Chicken or Samosa appetizer; choice of Coconut Spinach, Eggplant and Scallions or Creamy Masala Paneer curry; and choice of aphrodisiac Masala Chai or Pink Kashmiri Chai for dessert.
Order for pick-up or delivery may be made on their website.
La Josie
The West Loop restaurant will offer special to-go dinners for two from Friday, February 12 to Sunday, February 14. Option for two include:
Langosta ($60): Maine lobster tail, tiger shrimp, Spanish octopus, calamari, butter, lemon, roasted tomatillo and serrano salsa. Served with sides of mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus and garlic bread.
Tlacoyos ($30): Two heirloom blue corn tlacoyos, refried black beans, epazote, oyster mushrooms, grilled seasonal veggies, crema, sweet potato-roasted jalapeño salsa and queso cotija. Sides include mac y queso and elote mexicano.
Parrillada ($55): grilled skirt steak, chicken breast, chorizo, rajas poblanas and grilled veggies. Sides include tomato sauce rice, beans, salsa de arbol and hand-pressed tortillas.
Customers have the option to add on a dessert for two of Besito ($12), galleta, dulce de leche, chocolate, raspberry sauce, strawberries, coconut and guava helado.
Several cocktails to-go options will be available to mix and match, along with select bottles of wine. A cocktail four pack (10-ounce bottles, eight servings) is $60, and a two pack (10-ounces bottles, four servings) is $30.
Chiya Chai's, Pink Kashmiri Chai (Courtesy of Chiya Chai)
Andros Taverna
Celebrate like the Greeks do… wake up late and spend all day in bed drinking wine and eating galaktaboureko with pastry chef Hsing Chen’s pastry box. For dinner, wines with hand-stretched pitas, fresh grilled octopus and souvla of lamb off the grill. A chocolate halva tart completes the meal. Enhance your experience with additions including Acadian Pearl Oysters, Golden Kaluga Caviar and bottles of exceptional wine. Order on TOCK here.
Smyth
Two entree options prepared by Chef John Shields for Valentine’s Day: prime beef short rib or wild sole from the Gulf of Main. Or chose a sweet and savory pancakes: buttermilk pancakes with whipped brown butter and maple syrup served with 1oz of Kaluga Caviar. For an extra oomph to your night, they are offering a supplement of 10 grams of Pèrigord truffles to any meal for $40. Preorder on TOCK.
The Smith
The River North American brasserie is offering a Valentine's Day feast for two ready to heat & eat, available for pick up and delivery 2/12 or 2/13. The package includes items from the menu and new specials, such as: Tuna Tartare; Citrus Salad; Lobster Scampi with whole Maine lobster; Braised Short Ribs with red wine jus; Toasted Ricotta Gnocchi with white truffle cream; Broccolini and Roasted Beets; plus Dark Chocolate Mousse and Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles for dessert. Limited indoor dining and the heated, tented patio on Clark St. are available for reservations with a similar offering.
One Off at Home
The new national delivery service from One Off Hospitality offers an avec meal for two -- available for shipping straight to your door, whether you still live in Chicago or elsewhere. Revive One Off’s recently retired 22 year Randolph Street mainstay, Blackbird, by giving a taste of their truffles, chocolates, and bonbons here, or anyone who missed their opportunity to dine. Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two from avec includes avec's chorizo-stuffed medjool dates, deluxe focaccia, salad, paella with spanish bomba rice, confit chicken, shrimp, marinated artichokes and tangerine aioli and a paella pan to keep. Order by February 9th by 10 am CT. 2-day shipping will take place on February 10th. Additionally, order the Publican Quality Bread triple chocolate panettone for a sweet treat.
Gemini
Gemini is offering guests at-home Valentine’s Day dinner for two for takeout. All items come with cooking and reheating instructions. To start, guests will receive Roasted Alaskan Crab and Lobster Bisque, Followed by Beef Wellington served with Charred Cauliflower. As a dessert, guests will receive Millionaire Shortbread. Indoor dining is also available to a limited capacity.
Old Pueblo Cantina
This Valentine’s Day, takeout or dine-in is available. Guests can order Heart-Shaped Cheese Crisps that come in Queso, Carne Seca, Spicy Chorizo, or Green Chile flavorings. If guests order a Grande Taco Kit for 2, they will have the option to add a complimentary Heart-Shaped Queso Cheese Crisp or a Strawberry Margarita for two.
El Che Meat & Provisions
Chef John Manion offers a beefy Valentine this year: an Asador-style Creekstone Farms beef short rib that is bone-in, braised and grilled, served with Malbec jus, red chimichurri — the chimichurri of love — raised winter greens and parmesan polenta. The package includes a “welcome” cocktail for two, The Mendoza 54, a riff off of a French 75 made with Rose of Malbec, gin, lemon and sugar. To pair with dinner, guests receive two 8oz bottles of Malbec wine. Dessert is an al la carte chose-your-own-adventure, with optional add-ons such as Lucillla's Alfajores, red velvet cinnamon rolls, cookie, and pop-tarts, as well as a chocolate, cherry cheesecake. The pre-cooked takeout package is $90. Ordering is available on Tock and Toast. Pre-order by 2/10 for pick-up on 2/12 or 2/13 from 4-7pm.
Sepia
Sepia is offering a 3-course menu for two. Each menu includes: Multigrain Rolls with Herb Butter; a snack of Smoked Beet Tartare with Sheep's Milk Feta and Toast; Salad of Endive, Blood Orange, Fennel, Hazelnuts; Pot Pie of Braised Duck, King Trumpet Mushrooms, Foie Gras alongside Leeks in Vinaigrette, Walnuts, Tarragon; and a Chocolate Fondant Cake with Salted Raspberry and Caramel Sauce for dessert. The $175 package for two is available for pre-order on Tock by February 11, for pickup on February 13 or 14. Also available in-restaurant for limited reservations.
PROXI
Proxi is offering a multi-course menu for two from Chef Andrew Zimmerman. The starting snack is a Yellowtail Tartare, Ginger, Chili, Sesame; followed by Doenjang Stew with King Trumpet Mushrooms with Tofu and Yu Choy; Korean-Style Marinated Beef Short Ribs as the main; and a dessert of Dark Chocolate and Saffron Pot de Crème with Honey Whipped Cream and Salted Honey Crunch. The $150 package for two is available on Tock for pre-order by February 11, for pickup on February 13 or 14, as well as for in-restaurant dining. Also available in-restaurant for limited reservations.
Nonnina
This Valentine’s Day, is offering a four-course dinner from Nonnina. Available on February 12th & 13th, guests can choose from the following for their first course: Sambuca cured Salmon, Fennell, Watercress, Blood Orange, Citrus Dressing or Whipped Hand Dipped Ricotta, Speck, Fig-Cherry Mostarda, on a Crostini or Goat Cheese Truffles Three ways with Peperonata. For the second course, guests can choose from Nduja-Ricotta filled Pasta, Manilla Clams, Hubbard Squash, Lemon Brodetto or Bucatini Amatriciana. The following options are available for an entree course: Grilled 10oz. Pork Chop, Crispy Polenta, Rapini, Cippolini Onions, Apples, Saba or Roasted Bass with braised winter greens, Artichoke, San Marzano Tomatoes, Fregola, Pistachio Pesto. Guests can top off their meal with a Brown Butter Brioche Bread Pudding served with Dried Cherries, Vanilla Gelato, Crème Anglaise. Indoor dining is also available to a limited capacity and on the heated patio.
The Press Room
This Valentine’s Day, The Press Room is offering a to-go package. The package is priced at $100.00 for two and $85.00 for Wine Club members. Guests will receive a bottle of Louis Nicaise "Reserve" Brut Premier Cru Champagne, Charcuterie & Cheese Board that includes Cornichons, pickled vegetables, honey, 1/2 loaf seeded sourdough. Guests also have their choice of Tagliatelle Pork Sugo, Fettuccine Mushroom Ragu, or a Sourdough Trofie e Fagioli pasta kit. Served with Vanilla Panna Cotta, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and their choice of homemade greeting card.
Wood
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Wood at home for $65.00 per person. Guests can select a pickup time that begin at the top of each hour from 4pm-9pm on the 13th & 14th of February. Orders can be preordered on our website for takeout, and on Tock for takeout or delivery. Guests can choose from the following for their courses: Winter Citrus Salad or Smoked Beet Tartare; Ora King Salmon en Croute or Jumbo Lump Crab Cake “a la Perrier” or Prime Filet Beef Wellington; Decadent Chocolate Cake or Lemon Tart. Limited indoor seating and heated outdoor patio are also available to reserve.
FireLake
FireLake is offering a four course Valentine's Dinner indoors, on the heated patio or available for takeout. The pre-set dinner is $64 per person. Menu highlights feature Diver Sea Scallops with cauliflower and blood orange grenobloise and Winter Salad with radicchio leaves, enoki mushrooms, watermelon radish, organic rose petals. For the Main Course, choose from Cod with manila clams, savoy cabbage with bacon and parsley, yukon gold potatoes or Butter Poached Tenderloin with vegetable fricassee, lobster bread pudding, vanilla chive sauce. Sweeten up the evening with a Chocolate Bomb or Red Velvet Cake for dessert. The pre-set dinner is $64 per person. Available Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13 from 5 PM - 9 PM.
Stan's Donuts
Chicago's, Stan's Donuts, is kicking off Valentine’s Day with rose-colored glasses and offering Pink Hot Chocolate. Created from the same recipe as the white hot chocolate, Stan's is choosing to add a pop of color to the lineup. Stan’s Donuts is also offering Valentine’s Day themed enrobed donuts that come in birthday cake and red velvet covered in chocolate. Also on the lineup, Stan’s Donuts is offering their Valentine’s Day mini donuts.
Nobu Chicago
The “From Nobu with Love” dinner for two menu is available for takeout thorough Tock and features Edamame, Little Gem Salad, Kampachi Agave, Kauai Shrimp Cocktail, Lobster Maui Onion, King Crab Sweet Shisho, Seafood Ceviche, Seaweed & Cucumber Salad, Prime Filet Miso Ponzu, a a Nobu Sushi Mix featuring 6 Pieces Chef Choice Nigiri and Yellowtail Jalepeno Roll. “Love BItes” for dessert with a pastry assortment of chocolates, confections and Petit Fours. At $275 for two people, From Nobu with Love is available for pre-order through February 12 for pick-up on Valentine’s day. Add on Nobu Champagne, Sake, or hand-crafted cocktails for a special toast to love.
Sugar Rush pop-up at Recess
Candyland is coming to Chicago. The patio is transforming once again into their newest pop-up: Sugar Rush. Starting Feb. 4, adults and kids can book tickets via Eventbrite to visit the heated patio and receive a sweet package with rainbow twist lollipop, pixie sticks, caramels, Hersey’s Kisses, Rice Krispies and more. The cabanas on the patio will be decked out in various candy themes for photo opps.
PB&J
Join PB&J on January 29 through February 14 as we embrace the frigid temps for some fresh-air fun with an interactive, outdoor ice bar experience. PB&J: Pizza Beer & Jukebox is turning the neighborhood into an icy paradise, complete with a life-size igloo made from 400 lbs of fresh ice.
Proxi's multi-course menu for two. (Courtesy of Proxi)
Virtue
For Valentine’s Day, Chef Erick Williams’ feast for two offers several options for an evening in. Each order also includes a bottle of Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut Rosé:
Dinner for 2 ($200 / $150 for vegetarian entrees)
First Course
choice of
roasted oysters - herb butter & parmesan
or
pickled sugar beets - apples, midnight moon, walnuts, apple butter
mascarpone cheesecake for two - graham crust, strawberries
mignardise - chocolate truffles
Accompaniments to the three-course meal, or for while Mom and Dad dine, a variety of add-ons include:
-gumbo half gallon $38 / gallon $76
-mac and cheese $9
-cornbread $8
Virtue’s Valentine’s Day dinner package is now available for pre-order through Friday, February 12th, for carryout and delivery between 3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 14th. Virtue’s regular dinner menu will not be available on Valentine’s Day.
Tzuco
Chef Carlos Gaytán together with pastry chef, Jesus Escalera, will present a Valentine’s Day dinner for $125 per person on Tzuco’s all-season patio on Sunday, February 14th.
The three-course, prix fixe meal will showcase Tzuco’s French Mexican-cuisine, a welcome cocktail, and a dessert presented by Escalera. The “Chocolate and Roses” dessert, which is inspired by Pablo Neruda’s poem Maybe You’ll Remember, is designed to cap the diners’ experience and will be revealed tableside. Additional details and a full menu below:
Sunday, February 14th
Reservations are required, and are now available via Resy:
Chocolate and Roses
raspberry, rose-infused tapioca, pink peppercorn foam, lychee ice cream, rose petal powder
This special menu is available for dine-in only, on the Tzuco all-season, heated patio.
While the regular dinner menu will not be available on the 14th (for dine-in or carryout), those looking to get an early start to celebrating the holiday can join Tzuco for brunch. The menu, available from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday, will be available for dine-in (by reservation, for the patio), carryout, and delivery.
Pennyville Station
On Sunday, February 14th, customers can order Pennyville’s full menu of New-American fare, plus a selection of holiday-inspired specials – Dine in with a reservation in the restaurant’s socially-distanced, open-air garage, or order for carryout or delivery.
Valentine’s Day Menu Specials:
Soup & Salad Specials
- Lobster Bisque ($8.95)
- Mixed Greens Salad with Candied Walnuts, Blue Cheese, and Balsamic Dressing ($12.95)
Appetizer Special
- Pan-Seared Scallops with Bacon Jam, Baby Arugula, and Balsamic Drizzle ($17.95)
Entrée Specials
- 7 oz Filet Mignon with Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Shallots, and Red Wine Sauce ($34.95)
- Branzino “Greek Style” with Broccolini and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes ($34.95)
Dessert Special
- Housemade Red Velvet Cake ($8.95)
Reservations for 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7 p.m. seatings in the garage are now available, and pre-order for carryout is now available by calling 847-720-4841. Guests can order for carryout/delivery day-of as well.
Virtue's mascarpone cheesecake for two. (Courtesy of Lindsey Becker)
Miki's Park
Miki’s Park celebrates Valentine’s Day weekend with a Dinner for 2 to-go special. For $75, “The Love Package” features favorites from the Korean-inspired restaurant including:
Cherry Blossom Cocktail (Serves 2 drinks)
Bottle of Sparkling Wine
Omma's Dumplings
Seoul Sliders (Regular or Vegetarian)
Miki’s Bap (Bibimbap)
Nutella-stuffed Beignets
The meal offering is available from Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14, and can be ordered for pick-up or delivery via Tock.
The Goddess and Grocer
This Valentine’s Day, treat that special someone in your life to a customizable Valentine’s Day Room Service Brunch For Two ($75) or a special Date Night In ($95) from The Goddess and Grocer.
The Goddess and Grocer has also put together curated Gift Baskets featuring snacks, wine, liquor, and accessories for Galentine’s / Palentine’s Day, date night, and self-care gifting that are available in store or can be ordered online.
Brunch for Two Menu includes a choice of cocktails, starters & entrees.
Fresh Berry and Lemon Love Muffin
Frittata with sausage, asparagus, spinach, roasted red peppers, onions, and parmesan with breakfast potatoes
Smoked Salmon with an everything bagel, cream cheese, shaved red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, capers, and lemon
Pancake Dipped French Toast with blueberries, maple syrup, and bacon
Old Fashioned Kind of Love - FEW Bourbon Whiskey, Housemade Spiced Cranberry Simple, and Peychaud's Bitters
Love Potion - Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Galliano L'aperitivo, Agave, Lime
Cookie Gift Boxes
Hand decorated shortbread cookie gift boxes with themes like You Make My Heart Melt, I Think You’re Dino-mite, I Love You Latte, Bee-Mine, and more
Gift Baskets Highlights
Galentine’s Day ($50) - Spend a night with your best gal and two Perlage prosecco splits, two face masks, Torres true chips, Buttermilk fudge and Jealous Sweets friends gummies.
Self Love ($75) - Cottle of Belstar rose, Sweet Water candle, Mugsby mug, Turkish towel, and chocolate covered strawberries.
For the Mixologist ($75) - Cocktail Kit with Bulleit Rye 375ml, old fashioned bitters, Luxardo cherries, brass jigger, mason jar shaker and two rocks glasses.
Love Is In the Air ($85) - The gift basket with a bottle of Love You Bunches rose, a Sweet Water candle, chocolate covered strawberries, macarons, conversation hearts and six beautiful red roses.
Date Night ($95) - Serge Faust champagne, chocolate trues, assorted macarons, Tempesta salami, Barely Buzzed lavender espresso rubbed cheese, Rustic Bakery flatbread, Jealous Sweets love bears and classic conversation hearts.
Scratchboard Kitchen
Valentine’s Day Virtual Cooking Class with Scratchboard Kitchen
Saturday, February 13 at 7 p.m.
Cooking kit pickup between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
$110 5-course menu for two
On Saturday, February 13, guests will be offered a Valentine’s Day at home with a virtual couples cooking class hosted by Executive Chef Grace Goudie of Scratchboard Kitchen in Arlington Heights. For $110 per couple, participants will receive a cooking kit complete with all ingredients needed to make a decadent five-course dinner. The Surf n' Turf Menu features NY Striploin with caramelized shallot butter, Seared Scallops with blood orange, fennel and pistachio, Caramelized Broccolini with chimichurri, and Black Truffle Risotto. Dessert includes a Black Forest Pavlova (chocolate meringue) with cherry curd and whipped cream.
Couples will be guided through the cooking process with Chef Grace during a live virtual class at 7 p.m. where they will learn skills like how to season, sear and cook the striploin, how to make a caramelized shallot compound butter, how to sear scallops, how to segment blood oranges and make a blood orange sauce, how to blanch and caramelize broccolini, how to make chimichurri, how to make risotto and how to plate an upscale dessert.
Cooking kits can be picked up anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 13. To order, visit Tock.
Patrons can add-on themed cocktails for $25 (includes two drinks) like the “Beeting Heart” Old Fashioned with whiskey, honey, orange, rosemary, beet juice, and orange bitters, and the “Beeting Heart" Martini with apple vodka, lemon, lime, beet juice and cointreau. Additional drink specials include two splits of Chandon Sparkling wine for $20 and a $75 package featuring Regiis Ova Royal Caviar with house-made potato chips and two free splits of Chandon sparkling wine.
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two at Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14
$125 four course dinner for two; $25 add-on wine pairings
Guests can order a four-course dinner this Valentine's Day from Uvae in Andersonville. Dinner for two is $125 and and includes Black Garlic Caesar with crispy anchovies, preserved lemon, Grana Padano, Lobster Ravioli Saffron with white wine broth, a choice of Sous Vide Duck Breast or Cast Iron Seared Scallops with truffle risotto, wild berry gastrique, and crispy spinach, and a White Chocolate and Passion Fruit Cheesecake. Guests can add on four five-ounce wine pairings to their meal for $25.
Menu add-ons include Oysters with a trio of sauces ($3 each), Raclette Fondue with assorted fruit and sourdough croutons ($15), and Seared Foie Gras with pear compote, and toasted brioche ($22).
Uvae will also offer themed Valentine's Day Gift Baskets for $50 each. Available baskets include a Wine and Chocolate Basket with a bottle of red wine paired with assorted chocolates and truffles and a Wine and Cheese Basket with choice of bubbles or rosé, assorted cheeses and accoutrements. Basket add-ons for $15 each include Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs with peppermint schnapps and Andersonville Fine Foods Chocolate Bark with lavender and rose petals.
Sfera Sicilian Street Food
Valentine's Day Dinner for Two
A Celebratory Night for Two. Two Polpette, your choice of Salad, a pair of Arancini, and a special Citrus, Fennel and Pistachio Salad. Choose a heart branded Scaccia to share and finish your evening Cannoli and a signature Cocktail Base.
Available February 13 & 14. Pre-order available until 9pm on February 12.
Order via Tock for pick up or delivery.
DoorDash delivery
$59.50 per package (serves 2)
More on the menu:
Scaccia "Ska-Cha" - A folded semolina "pizza", crisp on the outside and lasagna like in the center. A Sicilian Street Food experience.
Ragusana - Sfera Marinara, Mozzarella Parmesan and Wild Garlic Ricotta with Fresh Basil Leaf Served with a side of house marinara
Funghi - Garlic sautéed mushroom, porcini mushroom mix, parmesan sauce and ricotta cheese. Served with a side of house marinara.
Alla Norma - Sfera Marinara, grilled roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant and tomatoes with mozzarella cheese. Served with a side of house marinara
Chicago Style - Sfera Mariana, mild Italian sausage, green pepper and mushrooms with mozzarella cheese.
Arancini "Are-an-chee-knee” - Stuffed risotto balls with signature fillings and cheese. Served with dipping sauces. A Sicilian street food and their specialty. Two per order.
Wild Garlic Ricotta - Vegetarian Risotto filled with Young Garlic, Ricotta and Mozzarella Cheese. Served with House Marinara.
Classico - Saffron Risotto filled with Sicilian Beef Ragu, Peas and Mozzarella. Served with a side of House Marinara.
Porcini - Vegetarian Risotto filled with Imported Porcini and Local Mushroom Ragu and Fontina Cheese. Served with Truffle Aioli
Dessert
Pistachio Cannoli - Two classic cannoli filled with local ricotta stuffed with fresh roasted pistachios in a Belgium chocolate dipped shell
Door County Cherry and Chocolate Cannoli - Two cannoli filled with local ricotta, house Door County Cherry jam and mini dark chocolate chips in a Belgium chocolate dipped shell with a big Door County candied cherry on the end
Beverages
Pomegranate Mint Refresher - Bright and Lively. Mix equal parts base with your preferred spirit. Especially delicious with Vodka, Bourbon (think Julep) and Rum (think Mojito) OR mix 1 part base to 2 parks sparkling wine or water. Makes about 3 drinks
Saffron Sour - Signature cocktail base, meant for the full spectrum of the bar. From Whiskys and Bourbons to Vodka and Gin. Fresh pressed lemon juice, infused with Saffron and balanced with cane syrup. Blend equal parts or greater with your favorite spirit. Try as a non-alcoholic spritz, just blend with sparkling water. Makes up to 3 cocktails.
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
Boy Band Valentine’s Day Weekend at The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14
$20 bottomless mimosas; $11 to $13 brunch items; free trivia
The Rambler will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a weekend of themed events. On Saturday, February 13, The Rambler will host a “Galentine's Day” Boy Band Boozy Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring a $20 bottomless mimosa package. Patrons can pair their drinks with new brunch items like The Rambler Scrambler ($12), Turtle French Toast ($13), Build-Your-Own Biscuits ($11) and more. Boy band hits will be playing all day including New Kids on the Block, NSYNC, One Direction, Backstreet Boys, Boyz II Men, LFO and many more.
On Sunday, February 14, The Rambler will host Boy Band-themed trivia at 7 p.m. hosted by Whaddayaknow Trivia. The best boy band hits will rock the stereo, and boy band coloring sheets will also be available. The winning team will receive a Valentine’s Day prize pack with roses, chocolate, champagne, rosé wine, boy band merchandise and more.
One of the fun Cookie Gift Boxes from The Goddess and Grocer (Courtesy of The Goddess and Grocer)
Kinzie Chophouse
Love isn’t cancelled in 2021 at Kinzie Chophouse. The team has put together a four-course available on Sunday, Feb. 14 for carryout, delivery or dine-in.
VALENTINE'S DAY 2021 MENU $80 PER PERSON
Kinzie has you covered for Valentine's Day 2021. Order by February 12th for Pick up or Delivery by 4 pm on February 14th via our website. Items available for reheat at home.
FIRST COURSE - Smoked & Fresh Salmon Tartar with Quinoa Salad, Fresh Buratta Cheese & the finest Greek Bottarga
SECOND COURSE - Fresh Oysters Gratin, with Prosecco, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese & Spinach
ENTREE (CHOOSE ONE)
- Surf & Turf. Beef Tenderloin Paillard, Stuffed with Shrimp & Crab Ragout, Served with Avocado Hollandaise Sauce
- North Atlantic Black Grouper Filet cooked in Vegetable Broth with Basil & Lime
- 14 oz Delmonico Ribeye Steak
SIDE DISH - Vegetable Au Gratin with Prosciutto & Guanciale
DESSERT - Milk Chocolate Mousse & Strawberry Flan served on Crispy Feulletine with Fresh Berry Compote
Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
Show a little local love this Valentine’s Day with a date night bundle supporting businesses within the Ravenswood community. With help from local shops and restaurants, the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) has curated a night-in for your Valentine’s Day weekend.
“The Holiday Gift Boxes we launched before the holidays last year were such a great success that we couldn’t resist putting something together again for Valentine’s Day,” says GRCC Associate Director Gene Wagendorf III. “We know that with Valentine’s Day looking a little different this year, having another creative option that brings together some of our favorite local Ravenwood businesses would be a hit in the community.”
The Valentine’s Date Night Bundle is the most recent of the Chamber’s fundraising efforts since the COVID-19 pandemic began. In 2020, the chamber released All Together Now, a collaborative beer by the members of Malt Row, which sold out. The collaborative brew was meant to be for the 5th Annual Ravenswood on Tap festival which was canceled due to the pandemic.
“Our events and festivals provide critical revenue for the chamber,” says Wagendorf III. “Being unable to host them for the past year has been difficult, but our members are as supportive of us as we are of them. We hope to continue bringing more creative ideas to the community, so they can continue to support us as well as local businesses.”
The Ravenswood Valentine’s Date Night Bundle includes:
· 1 bottle of Cabernet from VIN312 Winery
· A $40 gift card to Tuscan Hen Market
· Link to the virtual Valentine’s Date Night At-Home Comedy Show
· A 6-pack of dark and white chocolate-covered mini Alfajores from Lucila’s Alfajores
· Valentine’s Day print from Starshaped Press
· A bag of locally roasted coffee from Groundswell Coffee Roasters
· A special gift from the Chicago School of Shoemaking and Leather Arts
· and a promotional offer from Redline Virtual Reality
The bundle is $95 (typically a $110 value) and available for pick-up only.
Las Locas Comedy presents an evening of performances from a lineup of Chicago comics for a virtual Valentine’s Date Night At-Home Comedy Show. The show will be live on Saturday, February 13th at 8pm and available to stream after. Host Janice Rodriguez will be joined by Jake Noll (Chicago Reader’s Best Chicago Stand Up, 2019), Dario Durham (B Posi+ive: The Chicago Stories), Tyler Fowler (recently named Best of the Fest, Cleveland Comedy Festival), and Sonal Aggarwal (The Alchemy of Bliss, Netflix’s Easy).
The Ravenswood Valentine’s Date Night Bundle is available for purchase now via the GRCC’s website. The bundle will be available for pick-up only at the GRCC Office (1770 West Berteau Avenue) Thursday, February 11th from 9am – 5pm and Friday, February 12th from 9am – 5:30pm.
Proceeds from this package support each participating business, as well as the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC). The GRCC is a non-profit organization that relies heavily on special events to fund their work supporting local small businesses. When festivals like Ravenswood on Tap and Ravenswood ArtWalk were canceled in 2020, the GRCC lost vital revenue.
Chez Moi
Chez Moi will be offering a special Gourmet Valentine's Box Dinner for Two To-Go($150) featuring a Surf & Turf meal. The box features Oven Roasted Carrot Soup with Cumin, Surf & Turf - 12oz. Beef tenderloin (medium-rare) and Whole Split Lobster, Whole Coeur de Bray Cheese, and Raspberry Crème Brûlée. Add a bottle of Varicon et Clerc Brut Rosé for $30. The Gourmet Valentine's Box can be picked up from Chez Moi on February 12-14 from 4pm - 8pm.
With indoor dining now open in Chicago, reservations for dine-in are also available at Chez Moi. Valentine's Day Specials for indoor dining include Smoked Salmon & Arugula Tart ($14), Oven Roasted Carrot Soup ($8), Surf & Turf with 8oz. beef tenderloin, half lobster, mashed potatoes, broccoli, red wine sauce, and Maître’d butter ($45), Whole Roasted Branzino ($35), Beef Wellington ($38), and Raspberry Crème Brûlée($10). Reservations for Valentine's Day can be placed February 12-14 from 4pm - 8pm.
French Quiche
French Quiche will be offering a special Qupid Box ($55) for two featuring a light quiche meal with a wealth of sweet treats to mark the occasion. The box features Quiche Me - a heart-shaped quiche for two with asparagus, smoked salmon, and Swiss cheese, Two Raspberry Croissants, Two Raspberry Crème Brûlée, Coeur de Bray Cheese wit dry fruit, jam, and bread, and Two Chocolate Covered Strawberries. The Qupid Box for Two can be picked up at French Quiche on February 12-14 from 7am - 5pm.
All items in the Qupid Box are also available to order a la carte as a part of the "Qupid Specials" menu including additional items like Heart-Shaped Chocolates, Individual Roses, and a special-edition "Voulez-Vous Quicher Avec Moi" T-Shirt.
KOVAL
Join KOVAL for a Virtual Valentine's Day Brunch Cocktails & Treats Class, featuring bubbly cocktails and truffles. Resident Mixologist Zach Overstreet will teach you to shake and stir cocktails that have been designed to pair with your treats, courtesy of guest pastry chef and owner of Yolk & White, Paul Yochum.
Hazel has brought together local performers and entertainers to create a special socially distant event on Friday, February 12th and Saturday, February 13th from 5pm - 7pm.
The windows at Hazel's gift store (1835 West Montrose Ave) will transform into a stage for performances by Hazel employees and special guests from the Chicago nightlife scene. Expect go-go dancing, living art, and more. Hazel will also be hosting two Chicago vendors to satisfy that sweet tooth while you visit. New local shop, Sweet Spot, will be selling Valentine's themed hot chocolate bombs and cotton candy on Friday. Neighborhood favorite, Amy's Candy Bar, will be popping up with Valentine's items on Saturday night.
Tickets are not necessary but tipping the performers is encouraged.
Lucila's Alfajores
Valentine’s Day gift box are available from Lucila’s Alfajores. Alfajores are a sweet treat and Lucila’s gift boxes offer variety – both large and mini. Gift boxes range from $15 - $54 to accommodate budgets large and small.
Tuscan Hen Market
Tuscan Hen will provide all the ingredients for a dinner for two people, prepped and ready to go. Dinner kits are pre-order only and can be picked up at the store or delivered. The kit includes a zoom link to attend their cooking class which will teach you all you need to prepare this special meal.
The menu features: - Bruschetta with goat cheese spread and slow-roasted cherry tomatoes - Ricotta gnocchi with pesto and shrimp - Dolce: Mini chocolate raspberry cake and Chambord whipped cream
Kits are available for pick-up or delivery. Pick-up orders can be collected between 11am and 3pm on February 14th.
Or...
Those looking for a Valentine's Dinner for One are in luck. Tuscan Hen has put together a special meal for those spending the holiday solo. Choose from Braised Short Rib or Gnocchi with Pesto paired with Bruschetta, home-made Focaccia, a Side Salad, and an individual Chocolate Raspberry Cake with Chambord Whipped Cream. The Valentine's Dinner for One is $30.95.
360 CHICAGO
TILT Your Heart Out at 360 CHICAGO this Valentine’s Day.
The package is cupid-worthy and includes:
2 admission tickets
2 signature Valentine’s Day cocktails
2 rides on TILT
1 digital souvenir photo
Price: $85 (Retail Value: $106)
The specialty cocktails include:
* Valentine Mimosa, a concoction of La Marca Prosecco, peach liqueur, white rum, with a splash of cranberry juice and garnished with a cherry
* Love Martini which includes coconut rum, peach liqueur, fresh orange, and cranberry juice
Courtesy of Kinzie Chophouse
The Stay-In Steakhouse
The Stay-In Steakhouse will bring the pop-up restaurant experience home to guests with its Goodfellas movie themed Valentine’s dinner that includes a six-course feast for two, movie-themed memorabilia, wine pairings, and more for a stay-in date night experience.
The Stay-In Steakhouse is the virtual kitchen run out of Kitchfix – the 8-year-old West Town company founded by executive chef Josh Katt that delivers fresh same-day meals.
Katt and The Stay-In Steakhouse chef de cuisine Ian Exline (a former sous chef at Chicago steakhouse staples Maple & Ash and GT Prime) were inspired by the cooking scenes from Goodfellas -- the 1990 movie from director Martin Scorcese that starred Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Lorraine Bracco -- to create a robust Italian-American steakhouse dining experience for two for Valentine’s.
The Goodfellas Valentine’s dinner for two is available from February 10 thru February 14 and February 17 thru February 20 for delivery (or pick-up at Kitchfix). All of the food will be hot and ready for guests to eat at home due to insulated packaging – no cooking or prep needed. Guests pre-order or order same day of their choosing via Tock. The entire six-course meal for two costs $165.
In order to bring the pop-up restaurant experience home for Valentine’s for date night, all orders include the following:
* Two interactive Goodfellas themed placemats that include a QR code leading to a Spotify playlist, movie trivia, wine pairing options from Foxtrot’s sommelier, and memes.
* A themed refrigerator magnet
* A themed Valentine’s card
* Two candles and a branded matchbook
Also, the first 25 guests who order the Goodfellas package will receive Valentine’s flowers with their orders.
Six-Course Goodfellas Valentine’s Dinner For Two Menu
First course Antipasti Plate with Prosciutto; Salami; Midnight Moon Goat Cheese; Black Pepper Cow’s Milk Cheese; Demi Baguette; Marinated Bell Peppers, Onions, & Mozzarella Balls
Second course Red Wine Braised Beef, Veal, & Pork “Sunday Gravy” with Beef Meatballs over Ziti Pasta with Parmigiano-Reggiano
Third course Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic & Olive Oil
Fourth course Grilled Maine Lobster Tail
Fifth course 100% Grass-Fed 16oz Ribeye Steak For Two with Roasted Garlic and Steak Sauce Trio (“Old Fashioned” Steak Sauce, Chimichurri, Horseradish Cream)
Sixth course Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Strawberry Coulis, Fresh Berries, & Mint
West Town Bakery
“Love”, “Lust”, and “Infatuation” Valentine’s cakeball pops offerings from CakeBallPops.com by West Town Bakery are now available to ship nationwide via https://www.cakeballpops.com.
The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group’s executive pastry chef and partner Chris Teixeira’s Valentine’s cakeball pops are available individually and in various multi-packs.
“Love”is raspberry cake mixed with raspberry jam and vanilla frosting with a dark chocolate shell rolled in Chocolate Pop Rocks and freeze dried-raspberries.
“Lust” is strawberry cake and freeze-dried strawberries mixed champagne and pink frosting with a milk chocolate shell rolled in pink peppercorns.
“Infatuation” is Devil's food cake and chocolate frosting mixed with Abuelita chocolate and marshmallows with a dark chocolate shell sprinkled with cayenne pepper and a red chocolate drizzle.
All Valentine’s Day cakeball pops offerings are available for $2.95 each. The "Valentine's Day 4-Pack" includes two Loves, one Lust, and one Infatuation for $12. The "Valentine's Day 9-Pack" includes three of each flavor for $26.
A “Valentine’s Day 4-Pack” is also included in the “Every Flavor Pack” that is 16 cakeball pops total and also includes 4-packs of the “Cereal Bowl Pack" (Fruity Pebbles, Cap'n Crunch, Special K, Cinnamon Toast Crunch), "Candy Blast Pack" (M&M's, Reese's Pieces, Butterfinger, Snickers), and "Greatest Hits Pack" (Vanilla Sprinkles, Triple Chocolate, Red Velvet, French Toast) for $49.
Flat-rate shipping is $12 to the continental United States. Local ordering and a la carte pickup for all flavors and themed multi-packs are also available at the West Town Bakery locations in West Town (1916 W Chicago Ave) and Wrigleyville (3626 N Clark St).
Homestead On The Roof
Four and six course Valentine’s carryout dinners for two from Homestead On The Roof and sweet Valentine’s treats from West Town Bakery now available for pre-order online.
Both the Homestead and West Town Bakery options must be ordered via https://www.westtownbakery.com/valentine-s-day and all can be picked up at either West Town Bakery location (1916 W Chicago Ave in West Town or 3626 N Clark St in Wrigleyville).
All West Town Bakery orders require 72 hours before pickup. The Homestead four and six course Valentine’s dinner orders must be placed by noon on February 7th and can be picked up between 7am and 3pm on February 12th thru February 14th.
West Town Bakery
West Town Bakery Valentine’s treats from executive pastry chef Chris Teixeira include:
* “Love Bug” Cakes
* Dark Chocolate “Smash Heart” filled with mini Butterfinger Cakeballs ~ mini hammer included
* Strawberry & Milk Chocolate “Smash Heart” filled with mini Strawberry Crunch Cakeballs ~ mini hammer included
* Wonder Woman Hot Cocoa Love Bombs
* Gold Leaf Hot Cocoa Love Bombs
* “Naughty,” “Funny,” and “Cute” Mini Cheesecake Conversation Hearts
* Heart Donut 6-Packs
* Heart Pop Tarts 6-Packs
* “Love,” Lust,” and “Infatuation” Cakeballs
Homestead chef de cuisine Bryan Collante’s four and six course Italian-inspired Valentine’s dinners for two people are:
* Surf & Turf ~ Maine Lobster Tail with Lemon-Tarragon Beurre Blanc and Red-Wine Braised Short Rib with Wild Mushroom Bordelaise, Dauphinoise Potato, & Asparagus
* Surf & Turf ~ Maine Lobster Tail with Lemon-Tarragon Beurre Blanc and Red-Wine Braised Short Rib with Wild Mushroom Bordelaise, Dauphinoise Potato, & Asparagus
Roots Handmade Pizza is offering specialty heart-shaped shaped food items – pizza, mozzarella sticks, and cheesecake – for Valentine’s that are available for dine-in, carryout, and delivery from February 12-14.
The Roots Valentine’s offerings are:
* Heart-shaped Quad Cities style 16” malt curst pizza covered with pepperoni and topped with handmade mozzarella shaped hearts ~ $22
* One heart shaped mozzarella “stick” with four regular mozzarella sticks with marinara sauce on the side ~ $12
* Heart-shaped vanilla bean cheesecake topped with raspberry jam ~ $6
Guests can order all three Roots Valentine’s food items in a “Be Mine” package for $35 (which is a $5 savings if all three items were ordered individually).
Pre-order for the all three individual Valentine’s items and the “Be Mine” package will go live via the Roots app and Roots website on Monday, February 8th for carryout and delivery.
Guests can also order during operating hours via delivery and carryout thru the Roots app and Roots website from February 12th thru February 14th while supplies last.
Dine-in for the Valentine’s offerings while supplies are available at the following Roots locations from February 12th thru February 14th: West Town (1924 W Chicago Ave), Lincoln Square (2200 W Lawrence Ave), and South Loop (744 S Dearborn St).
The Goodfellas Spread (Courtesy of Guga Photography/Cecy Flores)
LondonHouse Chicago
LondonHouse Chicago (85 E. Upper Wacker Dr.) invites Chicagoans atop the hotel’s 22nd level terrace, LH Rooftop, with special Valentine’s Day themed igloos. Guests can secure a private heated space complemented by cocktails, dishes from Executive Chef Liz Sweeney, and a panoramic city views and photo ops. Igloo reservations are $500 for up to six guests; to make a reservation, please contact rsvp@londonhouse.com. The igloos will run between 2/5 and 2/21.
Additionally, the hotel offers a Valentine’s Day Home Package($125) for order and pick-up at LH Rooftop, including: Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne; John Kelly chocolates; and Veuve Clicquot Flutes. Orders for the packages can be placed by calling (312) 357-1200 and can be picked up between 2/5 and 2/21.
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago (127 W Huron St.), located in River North, features its ‘All You Need is Love’ hotel package, including chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of Champagne upon arrival. Duos who order dinner at Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse nearby will receive complimentary Champagne upon showing their room key. For upping the sweetness, guests can also add a special PHS Dessert Bar amenity to their overnight stay ($125), including three cake jars with themed varieties, French chocolate macarons, housemade chocolate chip cookies, prosecco, and champagne glasses.
Athemed Valentine’s Day cocktail flight at the hotel’s indoor|outdoor rooftop, I|O Godfrey, including a tasting of the venue’s Chef Cocktails: I|O Cosmo, Bourbonberry Lemonade, Chef's Margarita, Amethyst Destiny, and Burnin' For You. The flight also comes with two cake pops (choices of vanilla, red velvet, and chocolate). The flight is available to I|O Godfrey guests from 2/12 through 2/14 and is priced at $50 per guest.
Café Press Chicago
Café Press Chicago (800 S Clark St), Good Eats Group’s micro-roasting coffeehouse located in the city’s Printer’s Row neighborhood, is offering special brunch packages to-go for a celebration at home. Priced at $99.95, pre-orders will begin on 2/1 and close on 2/10. The packages will be available for pickup or delivery on 2/13 and 2/14. An addition to girls’ brunch or a romantic day for two, each package includes:
Choice of Domaine “Taittinger” Brut or Rosé Champagne and orange juice for mimosas
Charcuterie board complete with various meats, cheeses, smoked salmon, chopped egg,
red onion, capers, cornichons, 1837 red mustard, jam, candied pecan, and giardiniera
Baked goods including bagels (plain or “everything”), cream cheese, breads, and chocolate croissants
Sociale Chicago
Sociale Chicago (800 S Clark St), Good Eats Group’s globally-influenced eatery in Printer’s Row, will feature a three-course dinner menu including:
Course One: Trio Plate
Maryland Blue Crab Cake with housemade remoulade & roasted garlic lemon aioli
topped with diced red pepper;
Mixed Greens with dried cherries, cave aged blue cheese, candied walnuts, crispy pancetta,
sun choke chips, onion drizzled with chef’s white balsamic vinaigrette;
Honey Soy Pork Belly with baby bok choy kimchi, gochujang glaze, cilantro vinaigrette,
and fresh arugula
Course Two
Australian Wagyu Rib Eye with housemade chimichurri sauce
or
Seared Salmon with braised fennel, shallots, fennel cream, celery,
and preserved lemon salsa verde
(Includes side selection of Wood Roasted Wild Mushroom & Leek Confit,
Crispy Gratin Potatoes, Sauteed Garlic Spinach, Roasted Butternut Squash,
or Wood Roasted Brussel Sprouts)
Course Three
Chocolate Panna Cotta with mango puree, ginger crumble,
and sweet mascarpone
Sociale Chicago offers an outdoor Winter Lounge with fire tables and guests are welcome to bring a blanket; indoor seating will become available pending city restrictions. Early reservations are recommended due to lowered capacity, with weekend-long seating availability beginning at 5:30 p.m. on 2/12, 2/13, and 2/14. The menu is priced at $99.95 per guest. For questions or to make a reservation, please contact Sociale Chicago at (312) 588-1100.
The first course Trio Plate at Sociale (Courtesy of Sociale)
Sugargoat
Sugargoat is offering all sorts of Valentine’s Day sweets for your sweetie that can be picked up or delivered locally (link here) - or shipped nationally via Goldbelly (link here) for long distance loves:
Assortment of Sugargoat cookies - including seasonal decorated sugar cookies, chocolate chip, chocolate crinkle, brown butter pecan or oatmeal raisin. $15 for 6, $30 for 12
Be Mine chocolate chip cookie cake, $32
Valentine's Day Cake: vanilla sponge with caramel and strawberry frosting, $40
Valentine’s Day Cupcakes Pre-mixed assortment of 1 All the Chocolate, 1 Spiced Latte, 1 Lemon Soaked Vanilla, and 1 Hazelnut S'mores cupcake, decorated in the spirit of Valentine's Day! $20
Meal Kits by Stephanie Izard
Meal Kits by Stephanie Izard offers an assortment of meals for 2 (or more), including:
Girl & the Goat Diver Scallops with greens beans, hummus dip, and pull apart rolls
Duck Duck Goat short rib potstickers and veggie slap noodles
Girl & the Goat Roasted Pork Shank, Thai-Style Sweet & Sour Sauce and Kabocha Squash Puree, and Girl & The Goat’s Green Beans
Order an assortment of Sugargoat cookies for your loved ones! (Courtesy of Stephanie Izard)
Vasili’s
Francesca’s Restaurant Group’s newest concept, Vasili’s, is celebrating Valentine’s Day—offering both at-home dining and dine-out options for guests. Vasili’s Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two:
Four-course menu, with guest’s option to choose from Chef’s selection of dishes in first, second, and third courses:
Course One (choice of): Potato & Daikon Bisque or Mixed Chicory Salad
Course Two (choice of): Maitake Mushrooms, Scallops, or Quail
Course Three (choice of): Cauliflower steak, Chilean Sea Bass, or Short Rib
Course Four: Chocolate Royal
Wine pairings available for an additional fee.
Available February 11-15 for both dine-in and takeout.
Ordering and reservations are live through Tock.
Vasili's Valentine's Day Spread (Courtesy of Kiley Rendak)
Geja's Cafe
The "Restaurant of Romance" located at 340 W. Armitage, is offering a special Valentine’s Weekend Package for both indoor and outdoor seating, which includes a bottle of Domaine Carneros Sparkling Rose, along with a three-course fondue dinner complete with their signature Swiss Gruyere cheese with assorted dippers, choice of Premier Dinner, and finished off with their Belgian Chocolate Fondue, flamed table-side. Package seating are at 4pm, 6:30pm, and 9pm. Reservations are limited.
The Rose Hotel Chicago
The closest off-airport hotel to O’Hare International Airport at 5200 Pearl St., is offering significant others with something extra special this Valentine’s Day by launching, “A Room Full of Roses” Package. The package, starting at $499, features a King Studio Suite filled to the brim with 400 long-stemmed red roses, a welcome amenity, a bottle of sparkling wine or cider upon arrival, complimentary breakfast in bed for two courtesy of their contemporary first floor bar and restaurant, Thorn Restaurant & Lounge, and a late checkout.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
The restaurant will be offering a Hanger Steak special for your upcoming Valentine’s Day festivities, crafted by Executive Chef Nicholas Malloy, complete with a Butternut Squash & Smoked Shallot Hash, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Parsnip Purée, and topped with a Demi Glacé. The special is available for $24, February 8 through Valentine’s Day, February 14. The special Valentine’s Day Dish will be available for room service at The Rose Hotel for those enjoying the hotel’s Valentine’s Day Package which comes complete with over 400 roses, bubbles upon arrival, and more to wow your Valentine this year. The dinner special will also be available for takeout via UberEats, GrubHub, EZCater, and DoorDash for those looking to have a romantic night in without leaving their homes, as well as dine in.
Hornblower Chicago
Hornblower Cruises and Events announced today its Chicago port will be offering specialty cruises for the Valentine’s Day weekend celebrations. Grab your special someone or a best friend as Hornblower offers guests its signature dining and cruise experience aboard their signature glass Odyssey Chicago River, all while mixed with Valentine’s Day themed festivities. While guests can expect the same high standards and welcoming service, experiences have been adapted to ensure heightened cleanliness and to maintain social distance onboard.
Valentine’s Day Experiences offered in Chicago include:
VALENTINE’S DAY PREMIER DINNER OR BRUNC CRUISE ON THE CHICAGO RIVER
A Valentine's Dinner or Brunch cruise - Experience a plated dinner or brunch cruise on the Chicago River. Dine with friends and family and soak in Chicago's architecture views. Includes plated meal with freshly prepared entrees, salads and desserts as well as cocktails, wine and beer from a cash bar.
DATES: Saturday, February 13 & Sunday, February 14
CRUISING TIMES: 7:00PM-9:00PM (6:00PM boarding) – Saturday, February 13
6:00PM-8:00PM (5:00PM boarding) – Sunday, February 14
RATE: $149.90
DATE: Sunday, February 14
CRUISING TIME: 12:30pm – 2:30pm (Noon boarding)
RATE: $81.60
Jet's Pizza
A sociallydistanced Valentine’s Day means staying in with your loved ones, andJet's Pizzs is helping to provide the romance at all of their 21 Illinois locations. On Feb. 14, customers may order their limited edition heart-shaped pizza with any of their favorite toppings. Also, available is their heart shaped Jet’s Bread and for dessert, their heart shaped Cinnamon Stix drizzled with frosting.
Pacino's
The South Loop's Pacino's, will be offering a romantic 4-course menu available for dine-in and carryout. Complete with a complimentary champagne toast and roses for your sweet, Chef Michael Serratore has developed a menu including couple's choice of a variety of their salads, house-made pastas, freshly prepared entrees and desserts. The meal is available for $74.95 per person.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge will be offering a Hanger Steak special for Valentine’s Day festivities. (Courtesy of Thorn Restaurant & Lounge)
Smith & Wollensky Chicago
Romance is in the air at Smith & Wollensky Chicago this February as the steakhouse celebrates the spirit of love all week long leading up to Valentine’s Day. From February 8 to February 14, guests can make a reservation for date night in their socially distant dining rooms or order their favorite dishes from their own homes. Through the restaurant’s partnership with ChowNow, fans can order a dinner for two for curbside pickup or delivery.
As an extra sweet treat, the restaurant will also gift guests withcomplimentaryred velvet cupcakes. Additionally, a Red Velvet Martini will be available for purchase. The specialty martini is made with Sobieski Vanilla Vodka, White Crème de Cocoa Liqueur, Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur, and red velvet cake mix.
Indulge in a gourmet dinner for two at Smith & Wollensky Chicago. (Courtesy of Smith & Wollensky)
Daisies
Prix-fixe four-course dining experience for carryout ($79 per person) or dine-in ($99 per person):
Diver Scallops, Rutabaga, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Celery
Dessert: Mini Chocolate Treats from Brite (Bakery by Erika Chan)
Alongside the Prix-Fixe Menu, Daisies is featuring a Veal Shank Osso Bucco served with Iroquois White Polenta ($59 serves two)
Available on Tock to order for carryout. Dine-in reservations will be live and bookable on Monday, February 1.
Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
Milk Money Brewing
Indoor dining with regular a-la-carte dinner menu, alongside Chef’s special features
Date night package, available for carryout
Ceviche
Dry aged New York strip, spaetzle, mushrooms, beer glaze
Carrot cake with bourbon cream icing
Family package ($50), available for carryout
Take and bake grandma pizza enough to feed 6
Package of Buffalo Chicken Wings
Reservations and carryout packages available to book on Tock
Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
Cafe Robey
Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu ($45 per person), offered alongside special a-la-carte dinner menu
Spinach Salad with poached egg, mushrooms, and warm bacon vinaigrette
Sea Scallops with vermicelli, basil pesto, broccolini, and pomegranate
Chocolate Pot de Creme with fresh cream and berries
Regular Brunch menu, available daily
Dinner and Brunch reservations available to book on Resy
Valentine’s Day Dinner service Friday, February 12- Sunday, February 14
Formento’s
Dining experience inspired by Aosta Valley, Italy:
Fontina and Truffle Fonduta with rye
Gnocchi alla Bava with wild mushrooms in cream sauce
Costoletta alla Valdostana - Veal Milanese with polenta and arugula
Apple-Pear Crostata with chestnut ice cream
Option to enhance with wine pairings (3 oz. or 6 oz. pour options)
Available on Tock to order for carryout, or book for a Snow Globe experience.
Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
Update: Indoor dining will also be bookable on Valentine’s Day at Formento’s, indoor dining reservations available on OpenTable. Carryout orders available on Tock.
Available on Tock to order for carryout, or book for a Snow Globe experience
Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
Update: Indoor dining will also be bookable on Valentine’s Day at The Bristol, indoor dining reservations available on OpenTable. Carryout orders available on Tock.
Wixter Market
Dinner For Two: Buy any 12 oz. Wixter Seafood product with any Wixter spice, and receive 10% off
Bring your receipt to Joe’s Wine Cellar in Wicker Park for 10% off a bottle of wine
Available to redeem in-store at Wixter Market in Wicker Park
Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
The Robey Hotel
Love, Robey: Valentine’s Day enhancement for guests in-house (can be booked online with your stay) for best available room rate + $50 including:
Charcuterie Board (meats and cheeses)
Box of Robey gourmet chocolates
Bottle of prosecco
Bellini Kit
Bookable January 25-February 15, for night-stays Friday, February 12- Monday, 15
Hannah’s Bretzel
All Love, No Guilt Sweets Box for 2: two speciality chocolate bars, two organic chocolate chip cookies, two quinoa blondies & two belgian brownies
Available to order for pickup or delivery from their website.
Monday, February 8 - Sunday, February 14
Rye Deli & Drink
Matzo Ball Soup for Two: festive red matzo balls with red radish garnish
Bottle of Bubbles add-on option
Full menu and specials will be available to order for pickup or delivery on their website
Saturday, February 13 - Sunday, February 14
The Bristol's Ruby Red Trout (Courtesy of Neil Burger)
Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea
To celebrate the day of love, Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is offering a buy one give one promotion, where guests will receive half off their second drink with the purchase of a Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha on February 14th.
The Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha is a combination of parisienne drinking chocolate infused with Madagascan vanilla bean and deep dark chocolate, topped with a dulce de leche truffle.
Drink in the love! (Photo courtesy of Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea)
Boqueria
This Valentine’s Day weekend, transport yourself and a loved one to Barcelona with Boqueria’s Pintxo Party for two. Available at the restaurant or at home, the menu includes your choice of a bottle of Spanish sparkling wine or The Devil Wears Manzana bourbon and rum based cocktail for two; a variety of pintxos and tapas perfect or sharing and a decadent Cream de Chocolate for dessert. Boqueria’s full a la carte menu of tapas and paella is also available throughout the weekend.
Dates: Friday, February 12th - Sunday, February 14th
Availability: dine-in, patio, delivery and pickup at Boqueria Fulton Market
Price: $140 for two people (plus tax and gratuity)
Somerset
This Valentine’s Day weekend (2/12-2/14), Somerset is offering meal kits for two featuring a variety of chef Stephen Gillanders’ signature dishes to prepare at home. Dishes include: Endive and Avocado Salad, Spicy Crab on Crispy Rice, Foie Gras Ganache, Lobster Ravioli, Mushroom Risotto, Miso Glazed Salmon, Braised Short Rib. End your meal on a sweet note with a selection of desserts from pastry chef Tatum Sinclair including Winter Citrus Cheesecake, Chocolate Custard and custom cupcakes with personalized “love notes" written in frosting. Each dish comes with a detailed recipe card and
Date(s): Friday, February 12th - Sunday, February 14th
Price: $5 - $50 (prepaid, pickup)
This winter, Somerset is extending patio season with custom built greenhouses so guests can safely dine outside. On Valentine’s Day, Somerset is offering an 4-course meal featuring chef Stephen Gillanders’ dishes. Having a double date? Reservations of four or more receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine. The greenhouses are designed for groups of 2-6 people and are equipped with heaters and personal blankets to keep guests warm.
Date(s): Sunday, February 14th
Price: $98/person
Devereaux
Situated on the 18th floor of Viceroy Chicago, Devereaux offers a safe and social lounge experience with private heated greenhouses and family-style menus for your group to enjoy. This Valentine’s Day, gather your girlfriends and celebrate "Galentine’s Day” with a spread of sweet and savory bites created by chef Stephen Gillanders including and boozy beverage offerings including a bottle of sparkling wine, large format “Cupid cocktail” and spiked hot cocoa.
Date(s): Sunday, February 14th
Price: $275 / greenouse (2-5 guests total)
The Hampton Social
On Valentine’s Day, the coastal-inspired bar and restaurant is offering 50% off all bottles of rosé from 5pm-close. Share it, split it or keep it for yourself — guests can sip rosé on The Hampton Social’s covered rooftop patio or inside thedining room at the Streeterville and S. Barrington locations.
Date(s): Sunday, February 14
Time: 5pm-close
This Valentine’s Day weekend, transport yourself and a loved one to Barcelona with Boqueria’s Pintxo Party for two. (Photo courtesy of Sveta Damiani)
Brown Sugar Bakery
Stephanie Hart, owner of Brown Sugar Bakery, is releasing new Chocolate Flavors for Valentine's Day and beyond. Hart has curated a line of gourmet, hand-crafted chocolates called "LIFE IS SWEET". Now through the end of the month, grab a sweet treat at their Brown Sugar Bakery pop-up shop inside Nordstorm's on Michigan Avenue. The pop up shop will be open every Saturday and Sunday in February from 11am-3pm and is located on the first floor near the mall entrance on Michigan Ave.
Hart has curated a line of gourmet, hand-crafted chocolates perfect for any occasion called "LIFE IS SWEET". (Photo courtesy of Brown Sugar Bakery)
Ella Elli
Ella Elli (1349 W Cornelia), will re-open their doors for indoor dining starting this Valentine's Day weekend (Feb 12 - 14), with a special, 4-course Chef's Tasting Menu experience.
After months of temporarily closing their doors due to COVID indoor dining restrictions, guests can visit Ella Elli's for a prix fixe meal inspired by a selection of their favorite dishes. Guests can start-off with their choice of Bay Scallop Crudo, Baked Marin County Brie or Beef Tartare. Third Course standouts include American Wagyu with brussels, celery root puree and chili-crisp, Cioppino with crab, shrimp, mussels and a saffron broth OR Local Mushroom Ragout with buttermilk polenta and cave-aged pecorino.
Pricing is $95 per person and pre-paid reservations are a must that can be made via Resy. A selection of cocktails, wine and bubbles curated by sommelier Robert Neilson will also be available for purchase on-site.
Ella Elli will resume full dine-in service Wednesday - Sunday post Valentine's Day weekend.
The Bay Scallop Crudo (Photo courtesy of Ella Elli)
Vosges Haut Chocolat
Vosges Haut Chocolat – has reopened is Chocolate Temple (store) in Lakeview (2950 N. Oakley Avenue, Chicago).
Following COVID-19 safety regulations and protocols, the Chocolate Temple is re-open for in-store shopping, where patrons can purchase a selection of haut chocolate collections at the boutique.
Additionally, Vosges is offering same day pickup for those who prefer to shop online. Vosges offers those looking to purchase online the option to select store pickup at check-out, and choose their preferred day and pick-up time. Same day orders can be ready within 2hrs of ordering.
The Chocolate Temple is currently open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30am to 5:30pm, and their team can be reached at 773.248.7885 for customer questions.
The Chocolate Temple will not be open on Sunday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day).
Vosges Haut Chocolat has reopened its Chocolate Temple for Chicagoans to pick-up last-minute Valentines Day sweet treats!(Photo Courtesy of Vosges Haut Chocolat)
Double Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Pixies (Photo courtesy of Fannie May)
Robert's Pizza
Robert’s Pizza has a V-Day package for pizza lovers who might still be looking for a socially-distant way of saying “I Love You”! Available for dine-in, takeout or delivery…Robert’s will be offering:
Heart-Shaped Versions of people’s favorite pizzas! (no additional cost)
Ice Cream Heart Pizza: A heart-shaped dessert pizza with vanilla gelato, fresh berries, chocolate sauce on Robert’s Za dough!!
Four-Course Valentine’s Day Menu: A four-course V-day menu for two including a bottle of prosecco, small plate, salad, heart-shaped pizza, and dessert. The menu for 1 or 2 people is also available for take-out and delivery.
A heart-shaped dessert pizza with vanilla gelato, fresh berries, chocolate sauce on Robert’s Za dough!! (Photo courtesy of Robert's Pizza)
Avli River North
The River North contemporary Greek restaurant will offer a special to-go option for two in honor of Valentine’s Day from Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14. For $89 per couple, guests will receive Hummus with pita bread, Greek-Style Mussels for two, choice of two entrees (options include Shrimp Souvlaki, Lamb Shoulder and more), a specialty dessert and a bottle of champagne. Orders will be available for pick-up and delivery via Tock.
Avli Taverna
From Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14, the modern Greek cuisine will offer individual prix fixe meal boxes for pick-up. Individual Valentine’s Day meal options include:
Send an Avli Taverna “Cocktail-gram” to your valentine. Offered on Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14, all cocktails options are delivered in a 12.6-ounce sealed glass flask and include a box of housemade truffles and a kitschy Valentine Day card. Order available via Tock.
Chiya Chai
Chiya Chai will offer a special Valentine’s Day prix fixe dinner menu available for carryout from Friday, February 12 to Sunday, February 14. For $70 per couple, each person has the choice of the Bourbon Ginger Masala or Maharaja cocktail; choice of Chili Chicken or Samosa appetizer; choice of Coconut Spinach, Eggplant and Scallions or Creamy Masala Paneer curry; and choice of aphrodisiac Masala Chai or Pink Kashmiri Chai for dessert.
Order for pick-up or delivery may be made on their website.
La Josie
The West Loop restaurant will offer special to-go dinners for two from Friday, February 12 to Sunday, February 14. Option for two include:
Customers have the option to add on a dessert for two of Besito ($12), galleta, dulce de leche, chocolate, raspberry sauce, strawberries, coconut and guava helado.
Several cocktails to-go options will be available to mix and match, along with select bottles of wine. A cocktail four pack (10-ounce bottles, eight servings) is $60, and a two pack (10-ounces bottles, four servings) is $30.
Andros Taverna
Celebrate like the Greeks do… wake up late and spend all day in bed drinking wine and eating galaktaboureko with pastry chef Hsing Chen’s pastry box. For dinner, wines with hand-stretched pitas, fresh grilled octopus and souvla of lamb off the grill. A chocolate halva tart completes the meal. Enhance your experience with additions including Acadian Pearl Oysters, Golden Kaluga Caviar and bottles of exceptional wine. Order on TOCK here.
Smyth
Two entree options prepared by Chef John Shields for Valentine’s Day: prime beef short rib or wild sole from the Gulf of Main. Or chose a sweet and savory pancakes: buttermilk pancakes with whipped brown butter and maple syrup served with 1oz of Kaluga Caviar. For an extra oomph to your night, they are offering a supplement of 10 grams of Pèrigord truffles to any meal for $40. Preorder on TOCK.
The Smith
The River North American brasserie is offering a Valentine's Day feast for two ready to heat & eat, available for pick up and delivery 2/12 or 2/13. The package includes items from the menu and new specials, such as: Tuna Tartare; Citrus Salad; Lobster Scampi with whole Maine lobster; Braised Short Ribs with red wine jus; Toasted Ricotta Gnocchi with white truffle cream; Broccolini and Roasted Beets; plus Dark Chocolate Mousse and Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles for dessert. Limited indoor dining and the heated, tented patio on Clark St. are available for reservations with a similar offering.
One Off at Home
The new national delivery service from One Off Hospitality offers an avec meal for two -- available for shipping straight to your door, whether you still live in Chicago or elsewhere. Revive One Off’s recently retired 22 year Randolph Street mainstay, Blackbird, by giving a taste of their truffles, chocolates, and bonbons here, or anyone who missed their opportunity to dine. Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two from avec includes avec's chorizo-stuffed medjool dates, deluxe focaccia, salad, paella with spanish bomba rice, confit chicken, shrimp, marinated artichokes and tangerine aioli and a paella pan to keep. Order by February 9th by 10 am CT. 2-day shipping will take place on February 10th. Additionally, order the Publican Quality Bread triple chocolate panettone for a sweet treat.
Gemini
Gemini is offering guests at-home Valentine’s Day dinner for two for takeout. All items come with cooking and reheating instructions. To start, guests will receive Roasted Alaskan Crab and Lobster Bisque, Followed by Beef Wellington served with Charred Cauliflower. As a dessert, guests will receive Millionaire Shortbread. Indoor dining is also available to a limited capacity.
Old Pueblo Cantina
This Valentine’s Day, takeout or dine-in is available. Guests can order Heart-Shaped Cheese Crisps that come in Queso, Carne Seca, Spicy Chorizo, or Green Chile flavorings. If guests order a Grande Taco Kit for 2, they will have the option to add a complimentary Heart-Shaped Queso Cheese Crisp or a Strawberry Margarita for two.
El Che Meat & Provisions
Chef John Manion offers a beefy Valentine this year: an Asador-style Creekstone Farms beef short rib that is bone-in, braised and grilled, served with Malbec jus, red chimichurri — the chimichurri of love — raised winter greens and parmesan polenta. The package includes a “welcome” cocktail for two, The Mendoza 54, a riff off of a French 75 made with Rose of Malbec, gin, lemon and sugar. To pair with dinner, guests receive two 8oz bottles of Malbec wine. Dessert is an al la carte chose-your-own-adventure, with optional add-ons such as Lucillla's Alfajores, red velvet cinnamon rolls, cookie, and pop-tarts, as well as a chocolate, cherry cheesecake. The pre-cooked takeout package is $90. Ordering is available on Tock and Toast. Pre-order by 2/10 for pick-up on 2/12 or 2/13 from 4-7pm.
Sepia
Sepia is offering a 3-course menu for two. Each menu includes: Multigrain Rolls with Herb Butter; a snack of Smoked Beet Tartare with Sheep's Milk Feta and Toast; Salad of Endive, Blood Orange, Fennel, Hazelnuts; Pot Pie of Braised Duck, King Trumpet Mushrooms, Foie Gras alongside Leeks in Vinaigrette, Walnuts, Tarragon; and a Chocolate Fondant Cake with Salted Raspberry and Caramel Sauce for dessert. The $175 package for two is available for pre-order on Tock by February 11, for pickup on February 13 or 14. Also available in-restaurant for limited reservations.
PROXI
Proxi is offering a multi-course menu for two from Chef Andrew Zimmerman. The starting snack is a Yellowtail Tartare, Ginger, Chili, Sesame; followed by Doenjang Stew with King Trumpet Mushrooms with Tofu and Yu Choy; Korean-Style Marinated Beef Short Ribs as the main; and a dessert of Dark Chocolate and Saffron Pot de Crème with Honey Whipped Cream and Salted Honey Crunch. The $150 package for two is available on Tock for pre-order by February 11, for pickup on February 13 or 14, as well as for in-restaurant dining. Also available in-restaurant for limited reservations.
Nonnina
This Valentine’s Day, is offering a four-course dinner from Nonnina. Available on February 12th & 13th, guests can choose from the following for their first course: Sambuca cured Salmon, Fennell, Watercress, Blood Orange, Citrus Dressing or Whipped Hand Dipped Ricotta, Speck, Fig-Cherry Mostarda, on a Crostini or Goat Cheese Truffles Three ways with Peperonata. For the second course, guests can choose from Nduja-Ricotta filled Pasta, Manilla Clams, Hubbard Squash, Lemon Brodetto or Bucatini Amatriciana. The following options are available for an entree course: Grilled 10oz. Pork Chop, Crispy Polenta, Rapini, Cippolini Onions, Apples, Saba or Roasted Bass with braised winter greens, Artichoke, San Marzano Tomatoes, Fregola, Pistachio Pesto. Guests can top off their meal with a Brown Butter Brioche Bread Pudding served with Dried Cherries, Vanilla Gelato, Crème Anglaise. Indoor dining is also available to a limited capacity and on the heated patio.
The Press Room
This Valentine’s Day, The Press Room is offering a to-go package. The package is priced at $100.00 for two and $85.00 for Wine Club members. Guests will receive a bottle of Louis Nicaise "Reserve" Brut Premier Cru Champagne, Charcuterie & Cheese Board that includes Cornichons, pickled vegetables, honey, 1/2 loaf seeded sourdough. Guests also have their choice of Tagliatelle Pork Sugo, Fettuccine Mushroom Ragu, or a Sourdough Trofie e Fagioli pasta kit. Served with Vanilla Panna Cotta, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and their choice of homemade greeting card.
Wood
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Wood at home for $65.00 per person. Guests can select a pickup time that begin at the top of each hour from 4pm-9pm on the 13th & 14th of February. Orders can be preordered on our website for takeout, and on Tock for takeout or delivery. Guests can choose from the following for their courses: Winter Citrus Salad or Smoked Beet Tartare; Ora King Salmon en Croute or Jumbo Lump Crab Cake “a la Perrier” or Prime Filet Beef Wellington; Decadent Chocolate Cake or Lemon Tart. Limited indoor seating and heated outdoor patio are also available to reserve.
FireLake
FireLake is offering a four course Valentine's Dinner indoors, on the heated patio or available for takeout. The pre-set dinner is $64 per person. Menu highlights feature Diver Sea Scallops with cauliflower and blood orange grenobloise and Winter Salad with radicchio leaves, enoki mushrooms, watermelon radish, organic rose petals. For the Main Course, choose from Cod with manila clams, savoy cabbage with bacon and parsley, yukon gold potatoes or Butter Poached Tenderloin with vegetable fricassee, lobster bread pudding, vanilla chive sauce. Sweeten up the evening with a Chocolate Bomb or Red Velvet Cake for dessert. The pre-set dinner is $64 per person. Available Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13 from 5 PM - 9 PM.
Stan's Donuts
Chicago's, Stan's Donuts, is kicking off Valentine’s Day with rose-colored glasses and offering Pink Hot Chocolate. Created from the same recipe as the white hot chocolate, Stan's is choosing to add a pop of color to the lineup. Stan’s Donuts is also offering Valentine’s Day themed enrobed donuts that come in birthday cake and red velvet covered in chocolate. Also on the lineup, Stan’s Donuts is offering their Valentine’s Day mini donuts.
Nobu Chicago
The “From Nobu with Love” dinner for two menu is available for takeout thorough Tock and features Edamame, Little Gem Salad, Kampachi Agave, Kauai Shrimp Cocktail, Lobster Maui Onion, King Crab Sweet Shisho, Seafood Ceviche, Seaweed & Cucumber Salad, Prime Filet Miso Ponzu, a a Nobu Sushi Mix featuring 6 Pieces Chef Choice Nigiri and Yellowtail Jalepeno Roll. “Love BItes” for dessert with a pastry assortment of chocolates, confections and Petit Fours. At $275 for two people, From Nobu with Love is available for pre-order through February 12 for pick-up on Valentine’s day. Add on Nobu Champagne, Sake, or hand-crafted cocktails for a special toast to love.
Sugar Rush pop-up at Recess
Candyland is coming to Chicago. The patio is transforming once again into their newest pop-up: Sugar Rush. Starting Feb. 4, adults and kids can book tickets via Eventbrite to visit the heated patio and receive a sweet package with rainbow twist lollipop, pixie sticks, caramels, Hersey’s Kisses, Rice Krispies and more. The cabanas on the patio will be decked out in various candy themes for photo opps.
PB&J
Join PB&J on January 29 through February 14 as we embrace the frigid temps for some fresh-air fun with an interactive, outdoor ice bar experience. PB&J: Pizza Beer & Jukebox is turning the neighborhood into an icy paradise, complete with a life-size igloo made from 400 lbs of fresh ice.
Virtue
For Valentine’s Day, Chef Erick Williams’ feast for two offers several options for an evening in. Each order also includes a bottle of Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut Rosé:
Dinner for 2 ($200 / $150 for vegetarian entrees)
First Course
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Second Course
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add lobster with drawn butter $18
Dessert
Accompaniments to the three-course meal, or for while Mom and Dad dine, a variety of add-ons include: -gumbo half gallon $38 / gallon $76 -mac and cheese $9 -cornbread $8
Virtue’s Valentine’s Day dinner package is now available for pre-order through Friday, February 12th, for carryout and delivery between 3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 14th. Virtue’s regular dinner menu will not be available on Valentine’s Day.
Tzuco
Chef Carlos Gaytán together with pastry chef, Jesus Escalera, will present a Valentine’s Day dinner for $125 per person on Tzuco’s all-season patio on Sunday, February 14th.
The three-course, prix fixe meal will showcase Tzuco’s French Mexican-cuisine, a welcome cocktail, and a dessert presented by Escalera. The “Chocolate and Roses” dessert, which is inspired by Pablo Neruda’s poem Maybe You’ll Remember, is designed to cap the diners’ experience and will be revealed tableside. Additional details and a full menu below:
Sunday, February 14th
Reservations are required, and are now available via Resy:
UNO
DOS
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This special menu is available for dine-in only, on the Tzuco all-season, heated patio.
While the regular dinner menu will not be available on the 14th (for dine-in or carryout), those looking to get an early start to celebrating the holiday can join Tzuco for brunch. The menu, available from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday, will be available for dine-in (by reservation, for the patio), carryout, and delivery.
Pennyville Station
On Sunday, February 14th, customers can order Pennyville’s full menu of New-American fare, plus a selection of holiday-inspired specials – Dine in with a reservation in the restaurant’s socially-distanced, open-air garage, or order for carryout or delivery.
Valentine’s Day Menu Specials:
Soup & Salad Specials
- Lobster Bisque ($8.95)
- Mixed Greens Salad with Candied Walnuts, Blue Cheese, and Balsamic Dressing ($12.95)
Appetizer Special
- Pan-Seared Scallops with Bacon Jam, Baby Arugula, and Balsamic Drizzle ($17.95)
Entrée Specials
- 7 oz Filet Mignon with Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Shallots, and Red Wine Sauce ($34.95)
- Branzino “Greek Style” with Broccolini and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes ($34.95)
Dessert Special
- Housemade Red Velvet Cake ($8.95)
Reservations for 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7 p.m. seatings in the garage are now available, and pre-order for carryout is now available by calling 847-720-4841. Guests can order for carryout/delivery day-of as well.
Miki's Park
Miki’s Park celebrates Valentine’s Day weekend with a Dinner for 2 to-go special. For $75, “The Love Package” features favorites from the Korean-inspired restaurant including:
The meal offering is available from Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14, and can be ordered for pick-up or delivery via Tock.
The Goddess and Grocer
This Valentine’s Day, treat that special someone in your life to a customizable Valentine’s Day Room Service Brunch For Two ($75) or a special Date Night In ($95) from The Goddess and Grocer.
The Goddess and Grocer has also put together curated Gift Baskets featuring snacks, wine, liquor, and accessories for Galentine’s / Palentine’s Day, date night, and self-care gifting that are available in store or can be ordered online.
Brunch for Two Menu includes a choice of cocktails, starters & entrees.
Date Night In Menu:
Housemade Cocktails
Cookie Gift Boxes
Gift Baskets Highlights
Scratchboard Kitchen
Valentine’s Day Virtual Cooking Class with Scratchboard Kitchen
On Saturday, February 13, guests will be offered a Valentine’s Day at home with a virtual couples cooking class hosted by Executive Chef Grace Goudie of Scratchboard Kitchen in Arlington Heights. For $110 per couple, participants will receive a cooking kit complete with all ingredients needed to make a decadent five-course dinner. The Surf n' Turf Menu features NY Striploin with caramelized shallot butter, Seared Scallops with blood orange, fennel and pistachio, Caramelized Broccolini with chimichurri, and Black Truffle Risotto. Dessert includes a Black Forest Pavlova (chocolate meringue) with cherry curd and whipped cream.
Couples will be guided through the cooking process with Chef Grace during a live virtual class at 7 p.m. where they will learn skills like how to season, sear and cook the striploin, how to make a caramelized shallot compound butter, how to sear scallops, how to segment blood oranges and make a blood orange sauce, how to blanch and caramelize broccolini, how to make chimichurri, how to make risotto and how to plate an upscale dessert.
Cooking kits can be picked up anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 13. To order, visit Tock.
Patrons can add-on themed cocktails for $25 (includes two drinks) like the “Beeting Heart” Old Fashioned with whiskey, honey, orange, rosemary, beet juice, and orange bitters, and the “Beeting Heart" Martini with apple vodka, lemon, lime, beet juice and cointreau. Additional drink specials include two splits of Chandon Sparkling wine for $20 and a $75 package featuring Regiis Ova Royal Caviar with house-made potato chips and two free splits of Chandon sparkling wine.
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two at Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Guests can order a four-course dinner this Valentine's Day from Uvae in Andersonville. Dinner for two is $125 and and includes Black Garlic Caesar with crispy anchovies, preserved lemon, Grana Padano, Lobster Ravioli Saffron with white wine broth, a choice of Sous Vide Duck Breast or Cast Iron Seared Scallops with truffle risotto, wild berry gastrique, and crispy spinach, and a White Chocolate and Passion Fruit Cheesecake. Guests can add on four five-ounce wine pairings to their meal for $25.
Menu add-ons include Oysters with a trio of sauces ($3 each), Raclette Fondue with assorted fruit and sourdough croutons ($15), and Seared Foie Gras with pear compote, and toasted brioche ($22).
Uvae will also offer themed Valentine's Day Gift Baskets for $50 each. Available baskets include a Wine and Chocolate Basket with a bottle of red wine paired with assorted chocolates and truffles and a Wine and Cheese Basket with choice of bubbles or rosé, assorted cheeses and accoutrements. Basket add-ons for $15 each include Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs with peppermint schnapps and Andersonville Fine Foods Chocolate Bark with lavender and rose petals.
Sfera Sicilian Street Food
Valentine's Day Dinner for Two
A Celebratory Night for Two. Two Polpette, your choice of Salad, a pair of Arancini, and a special Citrus, Fennel and Pistachio Salad. Choose a heart branded Scaccia to share and finish your evening Cannoli and a signature Cocktail Base.
Available February 13 & 14. Pre-order available until 9pm on February 12.
Order via Tock for pick up or delivery.
DoorDash delivery
$59.50 per package (serves 2)
More on the menu:
Scaccia "Ska-Cha" - A folded semolina "pizza", crisp on the outside and lasagna like in the center. A Sicilian Street Food experience.
Ragusana - Sfera Marinara, Mozzarella Parmesan and Wild Garlic Ricotta with Fresh Basil Leaf Served with a side of house marinara
Funghi - Garlic sautéed mushroom, porcini mushroom mix, parmesan sauce and ricotta cheese. Served with a side of house marinara.
Alla Norma - Sfera Marinara, grilled roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant and tomatoes with mozzarella cheese. Served with a side of house marinara
Chicago Style - Sfera Mariana, mild Italian sausage, green pepper and mushrooms with mozzarella cheese.
Arancini "Are-an-chee-knee” - Stuffed risotto balls with signature fillings and cheese. Served with dipping sauces. A Sicilian street food and their specialty. Two per order.
Wild Garlic Ricotta - Vegetarian Risotto filled with Young Garlic, Ricotta and Mozzarella Cheese. Served with House Marinara.
Classico - Saffron Risotto filled with Sicilian Beef Ragu, Peas and Mozzarella. Served with a side of House Marinara.
Porcini - Vegetarian Risotto filled with Imported Porcini and Local Mushroom Ragu and Fontina Cheese. Served with Truffle Aioli
Dessert
Pistachio Cannoli - Two classic cannoli filled with local ricotta stuffed with fresh roasted pistachios in a Belgium chocolate dipped shell
Door County Cherry and Chocolate Cannoli - Two cannoli filled with local ricotta, house Door County Cherry jam and mini dark chocolate chips in a Belgium chocolate dipped shell with a big Door County candied cherry on the end
Beverages
Pomegranate Mint Refresher - Bright and Lively. Mix equal parts base with your preferred spirit. Especially delicious with Vodka, Bourbon (think Julep) and Rum (think Mojito) OR mix 1 part base to 2 parks sparkling wine or water. Makes about 3 drinks
Saffron Sour - Signature cocktail base, meant for the full spectrum of the bar. From Whiskys and Bourbons to Vodka and Gin. Fresh pressed lemon juice, infused with Saffron and balanced with cane syrup. Blend equal parts or greater with your favorite spirit. Try as a non-alcoholic spritz, just blend with sparkling water. Makes up to 3 cocktails.
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
Boy Band Valentine’s Day Weekend at The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
The Rambler will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a weekend of themed events. On Saturday, February 13, The Rambler will host a “Galentine's Day” Boy Band Boozy Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring a $20 bottomless mimosa package. Patrons can pair their drinks with new brunch items like The Rambler Scrambler ($12), Turtle French Toast ($13), Build-Your-Own Biscuits ($11) and more. Boy band hits will be playing all day including New Kids on the Block, NSYNC, One Direction, Backstreet Boys, Boyz II Men, LFO and many more.
On Sunday, February 14, The Rambler will host Boy Band-themed trivia at 7 p.m. hosted by Whaddayaknow Trivia. The best boy band hits will rock the stereo, and boy band coloring sheets will also be available. The winning team will receive a Valentine’s Day prize pack with roses, chocolate, champagne, rosé wine, boy band merchandise and more.
Kinzie Chophouse
Love isn’t cancelled in 2021 at Kinzie Chophouse. The team has put together a four-course available on Sunday, Feb. 14 for carryout, delivery or dine-in.
VALENTINE'S DAY 2021 MENU $80 PER PERSON
Kinzie has you covered for Valentine's Day 2021. Order by February 12th for Pick up or Delivery by 4 pm on February 14th via our website. Items available for reheat at home.
FIRST COURSE - Smoked & Fresh Salmon Tartar with Quinoa Salad, Fresh Buratta Cheese & the finest Greek Bottarga
SECOND COURSE - Fresh Oysters Gratin, with Prosecco, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese & Spinach
ENTREE (CHOOSE ONE)
- Surf & Turf. Beef Tenderloin Paillard, Stuffed with Shrimp & Crab Ragout, Served with Avocado Hollandaise Sauce
- North Atlantic Black Grouper Filet cooked in Vegetable Broth with Basil & Lime
- 14 oz Delmonico Ribeye Steak
SIDE DISH - Vegetable Au Gratin with Prosciutto & Guanciale
DESSERT - Milk Chocolate Mousse & Strawberry Flan served on Crispy Feulletine with Fresh Berry Compote
Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
Show a little local love this Valentine’s Day with a date night bundle supporting businesses within the Ravenswood community. With help from local shops and restaurants, the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) has curated a night-in for your Valentine’s Day weekend.
“The Holiday Gift Boxes we launched before the holidays last year were such a great success that we couldn’t resist putting something together again for Valentine’s Day,” says GRCC Associate Director Gene Wagendorf III. “We know that with Valentine’s Day looking a little different this year, having another creative option that brings together some of our favorite local Ravenwood businesses would be a hit in the community.”
The Valentine’s Date Night Bundle is the most recent of the Chamber’s fundraising efforts since the COVID-19 pandemic began. In 2020, the chamber released All Together Now, a collaborative beer by the members of Malt Row, which sold out. The collaborative brew was meant to be for the 5th Annual Ravenswood on Tap festival which was canceled due to the pandemic.
“Our events and festivals provide critical revenue for the chamber,” says Wagendorf III. “Being unable to host them for the past year has been difficult, but our members are as supportive of us as we are of them. We hope to continue bringing more creative ideas to the community, so they can continue to support us as well as local businesses.”
The Ravenswood Valentine’s Date Night Bundle includes:
· 1 bottle of Cabernet from VIN312 Winery
· A $40 gift card to Tuscan Hen Market
· Link to the virtual Valentine’s Date Night At-Home Comedy Show
· A 6-pack of dark and white chocolate-covered mini Alfajores from Lucila’s Alfajores
· Valentine’s Day print from Starshaped Press
· A bag of locally roasted coffee from Groundswell Coffee Roasters
· A special gift from the Chicago School of Shoemaking and Leather Arts
· and a promotional offer from Redline Virtual Reality
The bundle is $95 (typically a $110 value) and available for pick-up only.
Las Locas Comedy presents an evening of performances from a lineup of Chicago comics for a virtual Valentine’s Date Night At-Home Comedy Show. The show will be live on Saturday, February 13th at 8pm and available to stream after. Host Janice Rodriguez will be joined by Jake Noll (Chicago Reader’s Best Chicago Stand Up, 2019), Dario Durham (B Posi+ive: The Chicago Stories), Tyler Fowler (recently named Best of the Fest, Cleveland Comedy Festival), and Sonal Aggarwal (The Alchemy of Bliss, Netflix’s Easy).
The Ravenswood Valentine’s Date Night Bundle is available for purchase now via the GRCC’s website. The bundle will be available for pick-up only at the GRCC Office (1770 West Berteau Avenue) Thursday, February 11th from 9am – 5pm and Friday, February 12th from 9am – 5:30pm.
Proceeds from this package support each participating business, as well as the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC). The GRCC is a non-profit organization that relies heavily on special events to fund their work supporting local small businesses. When festivals like Ravenswood on Tap and Ravenswood ArtWalk were canceled in 2020, the GRCC lost vital revenue.
Chez Moi
Chez Moi will be offering a special Gourmet Valentine's Box Dinner for Two To-Go ($150) featuring a Surf & Turf meal. The box features Oven Roasted Carrot Soup with Cumin, Surf & Turf - 12oz. Beef tenderloin (medium-rare) and Whole Split Lobster, Whole Coeur de Bray Cheese, and Raspberry Crème Brûlée. Add a bottle of Varicon et Clerc Brut Rosé for $30. The Gourmet Valentine's Box can be picked up from Chez Moi on February 12-14 from 4pm - 8pm.
With indoor dining now open in Chicago, reservations for dine-in are also available at Chez Moi. Valentine's Day Specials for indoor dining include Smoked Salmon & Arugula Tart ($14), Oven Roasted Carrot Soup ($8), Surf & Turf with 8oz. beef tenderloin, half lobster, mashed potatoes, broccoli, red wine sauce, and Maître’d butter ($45), Whole Roasted Branzino ($35), Beef Wellington ($38), and Raspberry Crème Brûlée ($10). Reservations for Valentine's Day can be placed February 12-14 from 4pm - 8pm.
French Quiche
French Quiche will be offering a special Qupid Box ($55) for two featuring a light quiche meal with a wealth of sweet treats to mark the occasion. The box features Quiche Me - a heart-shaped quiche for two with asparagus, smoked salmon, and Swiss cheese, Two Raspberry Croissants, Two Raspberry Crème Brûlée, Coeur de Bray Cheese wit dry fruit, jam, and bread, and Two Chocolate Covered Strawberries. The Qupid Box for Two can be picked up at French Quiche on February 12-14 from 7am - 5pm.
All items in the Qupid Box are also available to order a la carte as a part of the "Qupid Specials" menu including additional items like Heart-Shaped Chocolates, Individual Roses, and a special-edition "Voulez-Vous Quicher Avec Moi" T-Shirt.
KOVAL
Join KOVAL for a Virtual Valentine's Day Brunch Cocktails & Treats Class, featuring bubbly cocktails and truffles. Resident Mixologist Zach Overstreet will teach you to shake and stir cocktails that have been designed to pair with your treats, courtesy of guest pastry chef and owner of Yolk & White, Paul Yochum.
Spirits Kits are still available. The virtual event is Sunday, February 14th at 12pm. Kits can be picked up Friday or Saturday from 2pm - 7pm. Reserve your spot at https://shop.koval-distillery.com/product/virtual-valentine-s-day-brunch-cocktails-treats-class-sunday-2-14-12pm-ct/155.
Hazel
Hazel has brought together local performers and entertainers to create a special socially distant event on Friday, February 12th and Saturday, February 13th from 5pm - 7pm.
The windows at Hazel's gift store (1835 West Montrose Ave) will transform into a stage for performances by Hazel employees and special guests from the Chicago nightlife scene. Expect go-go dancing, living art, and more. Hazel will also be hosting two Chicago vendors to satisfy that sweet tooth while you visit. New local shop, Sweet Spot, will be selling Valentine's themed hot chocolate bombs and cotton candy on Friday. Neighborhood favorite, Amy's Candy Bar, will be popping up with Valentine's items on Saturday night.
Tickets are not necessary but tipping the performers is encouraged.
Lucila's Alfajores
Valentine’s Day gift box are available from Lucila’s Alfajores. Alfajores are a sweet treat and Lucila’s gift boxes offer variety – both large and mini. Gift boxes range from $15 - $54 to accommodate budgets large and small.
Tuscan Hen Market
Tuscan Hen will provide all the ingredients for a dinner for two people, prepped and ready to go. Dinner kits are pre-order only and can be picked up at the store or delivered. The kit includes a zoom link to attend their cooking class which will teach you all you need to prepare this special meal.
The menu features:
- Bruschetta with goat cheese spread and slow-roasted cherry tomatoes
- Ricotta gnocchi with pesto and shrimp
- Dolce: Mini chocolate raspberry cake and Chambord whipped cream
Kits are available for pick-up or delivery. Pick-up orders can be collected between 11am and 3pm on February 14th.
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Those looking for a Valentine's Dinner for One are in luck. Tuscan Hen has put together a special meal for those spending the holiday solo. Choose from Braised Short Rib or Gnocchi with Pesto paired with Bruschetta, home-made Focaccia, a Side Salad, and an individual Chocolate Raspberry Cake with Chambord Whipped Cream. The Valentine's Dinner for One is $30.95.
360 CHICAGO
TILT Your Heart Out at 360 CHICAGO this Valentine’s Day.
The package is cupid-worthy and includes:
Price: $85 (Retail Value: $106)
The specialty cocktails include:
* Valentine Mimosa, a concoction of La Marca Prosecco, peach liqueur, white rum, with a splash of cranberry juice and garnished with a cherry
* Love Martini which includes coconut rum, peach liqueur, fresh orange, and cranberry juice
The Stay-In Steakhouse
The Stay-In Steakhouse will bring the pop-up restaurant experience home to guests with its Goodfellas movie themed Valentine’s dinner that includes a six-course feast for two, movie-themed memorabilia, wine pairings, and more for a stay-in date night experience.
The Stay-In Steakhouse is the virtual kitchen run out of Kitchfix – the 8-year-old West Town company founded by executive chef Josh Katt that delivers fresh same-day meals.
Katt and The Stay-In Steakhouse chef de cuisine Ian Exline (a former sous chef at Chicago steakhouse staples Maple & Ash and GT Prime) were inspired by the cooking scenes from Goodfellas -- the 1990 movie from director Martin Scorcese that starred Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Lorraine Bracco -- to create a robust Italian-American steakhouse dining experience for two for Valentine’s.
The Goodfellas Valentine’s dinner for two is available from February 10 thru February 14 and February 17 thru February 20 for delivery (or pick-up at Kitchfix). All of the food will be hot and ready for guests to eat at home due to insulated packaging – no cooking or prep needed. Guests pre-order or order same day of their choosing via Tock. The entire six-course meal for two costs $165.
In order to bring the pop-up restaurant experience home for Valentine’s for date night, all orders include the following:
* Two interactive Goodfellas themed placemats that include a QR code leading to a Spotify playlist, movie trivia, wine pairing options from Foxtrot’s sommelier, and memes.
* A themed refrigerator magnet
* A themed Valentine’s card
* Two candles and a branded matchbook
Also, the first 25 guests who order the Goodfellas package will receive Valentine’s flowers with their orders.
Six-Course Goodfellas Valentine’s Dinner For Two Menu
First course
Antipasti Plate with Prosciutto; Salami; Midnight Moon Goat Cheese; Black Pepper Cow’s Milk Cheese; Demi Baguette; Marinated Bell Peppers, Onions, & Mozzarella Balls
Second course
Red Wine Braised Beef, Veal, & Pork “Sunday Gravy” with Beef Meatballs over Ziti Pasta with Parmigiano-Reggiano
Third course
Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic & Olive Oil
Fourth course
Grilled Maine Lobster Tail
Fifth course
100% Grass-Fed 16oz Ribeye Steak For Two with Roasted Garlic and Steak Sauce Trio (“Old Fashioned” Steak Sauce, Chimichurri, Horseradish Cream)
Sixth course
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Strawberry Coulis, Fresh Berries, & Mint
West Town Bakery
“Love”, “Lust”, and “Infatuation” Valentine’s cakeball pops offerings from CakeBallPops.com by West Town Bakery are now available to ship nationwide via https://www.cakeballpops.com.
The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group’s executive pastry chef and partner Chris Teixeira’s Valentine’s cakeball pops are available individually and in various multi-packs.
“Love” is raspberry cake mixed with raspberry jam and vanilla frosting with a dark chocolate shell rolled in Chocolate Pop Rocks and freeze dried-raspberries.
“Lust” is strawberry cake and freeze-dried strawberries mixed champagne and pink frosting with a milk chocolate shell rolled in pink peppercorns.
“Infatuation” is Devil's food cake and chocolate frosting mixed with Abuelita chocolate and marshmallows with a dark chocolate shell sprinkled with cayenne pepper and a red chocolate drizzle.
All Valentine’s Day cakeball pops offerings are available for $2.95 each. The "Valentine's Day 4-Pack" includes two Loves, one Lust, and one Infatuation for $12. The "Valentine's Day 9-Pack" includes three of each flavor for $26.
A “Valentine’s Day 4-Pack” is also included in the “Every Flavor Pack” that is 16 cakeball pops total and also includes 4-packs of the “Cereal Bowl Pack" (Fruity Pebbles, Cap'n Crunch, Special K, Cinnamon Toast Crunch), "Candy Blast Pack" (M&M's, Reese's Pieces, Butterfinger, Snickers), and "Greatest Hits Pack" (Vanilla Sprinkles, Triple Chocolate, Red Velvet, French Toast) for $49.
Flat-rate shipping is $12 to the continental United States. Local ordering and a la carte pickup for all flavors and themed multi-packs are also available at the West Town Bakery locations in West Town (1916 W Chicago Ave) and Wrigleyville (3626 N Clark St).
Homestead On The Roof
Four and six course Valentine’s carryout dinners for two from Homestead On The Roof and sweet Valentine’s treats from West Town Bakery now available for pre-order online.
Both the Homestead and West Town Bakery options must be ordered via https://www.westtownbakery.com/valentine-s-day and all can be picked up at either West Town Bakery location (1916 W Chicago Ave in West Town or 3626 N Clark St in Wrigleyville).
All West Town Bakery orders require 72 hours before pickup. The Homestead four and six course Valentine’s dinner orders must be placed by noon on February 7th and can be picked up between 7am and 3pm on February 12th thru February 14th.
West Town Bakery
West Town Bakery Valentine’s treats from executive pastry chef Chris Teixeira include:
* “Love Bug” Cakes
* Dark Chocolate “Smash Heart” filled with mini Butterfinger Cakeballs ~ mini hammer included
* Strawberry & Milk Chocolate “Smash Heart” filled with mini Strawberry Crunch Cakeballs ~ mini hammer included
* Wonder Woman Hot Cocoa Love Bombs
* Gold Leaf Hot Cocoa Love Bombs
* “Naughty,” “Funny,” and “Cute” Mini Cheesecake Conversation Hearts
* Heart Donut 6-Packs
* Heart Pop Tarts 6-Packs
* “Love,” Lust,” and “Infatuation” Cakeballs
Homestead chef de cuisine Bryan Collante’s four and six course Italian-inspired Valentine’s dinners for two people are:
Four-Course Menu For Two People ~ $99
* Caprese ~ Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Ramp Pesto, Balsamic, Basil, Pine Nuts
* Fettuccine Alfredo ~ Housemade Beet Pasta, Black Truffle Butter, Pecorino, Parmesan. Egg Yolk, Roasted Garlic Cream
* Surf & Turf ~ Maine Lobster Tail with Lemon-Tarragon Beurre Blanc and Red-Wine Braised Short Rib with Wild Mushroom Bordelaise, Dauphinoise Potato, & Asparagus
* Molten Chocolate Cake ~ Raspberry Coulis, Frangelico Chantilly Cream
Six-Course Menu For Two People ~ $125
* Demi Baguette ~ Apple Jam, Rosemary-Ramp Butter, Sea Salt
* Caprese ~ Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Ramp Pesto, Balsamic, Basil, Pine Nuts
* Zuppa Toscana ~ Smoked Sausage, Bacon Ladons, Kale, Fennel, Fingerling Potatoes
* Fettuccine Alfredo ~ Housemade Beet Pasta, Black Truffle Butter, Pecorino, Parmesan. Egg Yolk, Roasted Garlic Cream
* Surf & Turf ~ Maine Lobster Tail with Lemon-Tarragon Beurre Blanc and Red-Wine Braised Short Rib with Wild Mushroom Bordelaise, Dauphinoise Potato, & Asparagus
* Molten Chocolate Cake ~ Raspberry Coulis, Frangelico Chantilly Cream
Root's Handmade Pizza
Roots Handmade Pizza is offering specialty heart-shaped shaped food items – pizza, mozzarella sticks, and cheesecake – for Valentine’s that are available for dine-in, carryout, and delivery from February 12-14.
The Roots Valentine’s offerings are:
* Heart-shaped Quad Cities style 16” malt curst pizza covered with pepperoni and topped with handmade mozzarella shaped hearts ~ $22
* One heart shaped mozzarella “stick” with four regular mozzarella sticks with marinara sauce on the side ~ $12
* Heart-shaped vanilla bean cheesecake topped with raspberry jam ~ $6
Guests can order all three Roots Valentine’s food items in a “Be Mine” package for $35 (which is a $5 savings if all three items were ordered individually).
Pre-order for the all three individual Valentine’s items and the “Be Mine” package will go live via the Roots app and Roots website on Monday, February 8th for carryout and delivery.
Guests can also order during operating hours via delivery and carryout thru the Roots app and Roots website from February 12th thru February 14th while supplies last.
Dine-in for the Valentine’s offerings while supplies are available at the following Roots locations from February 12th thru February 14th: West Town (1924 W Chicago Ave), Lincoln Square (2200 W Lawrence Ave), and South Loop (744 S Dearborn St).
LondonHouse Chicago
LondonHouse Chicago (85 E. Upper Wacker Dr.) invites Chicagoans atop the hotel’s 22nd level terrace, LH Rooftop, with special Valentine’s Day themed igloos. Guests can secure a private heated space complemented by cocktails, dishes from Executive Chef Liz Sweeney, and a panoramic city views and photo ops. Igloo reservations are $500 for up to six guests; to make a reservation, please contact rsvp@londonhouse.com. The igloos will run between 2/5 and 2/21.
Additionally, the hotel offers a Valentine’s Day Home Package ($125) for order and pick-up at LH Rooftop, including: Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne; John Kelly chocolates; and Veuve Clicquot Flutes. Orders for the packages can be placed by calling (312) 357-1200 and can be picked up between 2/5 and 2/21.
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago (127 W Huron St.), located in River North, features its ‘All You Need is Love’ hotel package, including chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of Champagne upon arrival. Duos who order dinner at Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse nearby will receive complimentary Champagne upon showing their room key. For upping the sweetness, guests can also add a special PHS Dessert Bar amenity to their overnight stay ($125), including three cake jars with themed varieties, French chocolate macarons, housemade chocolate chip cookies, prosecco, and champagne glasses.
Athemed Valentine’s Day cocktail flight at the hotel’s indoor|outdoor rooftop, I|O Godfrey, including a tasting of the venue’s Chef Cocktails: I|O Cosmo, Bourbonberry Lemonade, Chef's Margarita, Amethyst Destiny, and Burnin' For You. The flight also comes with two cake pops (choices of vanilla, red velvet, and chocolate). The flight is available to I|O Godfrey guests from 2/12 through 2/14 and is priced at $50 per guest.
Café Press Chicago
Café Press Chicago (800 S Clark St), Good Eats Group’s micro-roasting coffeehouse located in the city’s Printer’s Row neighborhood, is offering special brunch packages to-go for a celebration at home. Priced at $99.95, pre-orders will begin on 2/1 and close on 2/10. The packages will be available for pickup or delivery on 2/13 and 2/14. An addition to girls’ brunch or a romantic day for two, each package includes:
Sociale Chicago
Sociale Chicago (800 S Clark St), Good Eats Group’s globally-influenced eatery in Printer’s Row, will feature a three-course dinner menu including:
Course One: Trio Plate Maryland Blue Crab Cake with housemade remoulade & roasted garlic lemon aioli topped with diced red pepper; Mixed Greens with dried cherries, cave aged blue cheese, candied walnuts, crispy pancetta, sun choke chips, onion drizzled with chef’s white balsamic vinaigrette; Honey Soy Pork Belly with baby bok choy kimchi, gochujang glaze, cilantro vinaigrette, and fresh arugula
Course Two Australian Wagyu Rib Eye with housemade chimichurri sauce or Seared Salmon with braised fennel, shallots, fennel cream, celery, and preserved lemon salsa verde
(Includes side selection of Wood Roasted Wild Mushroom & Leek Confit, Crispy Gratin Potatoes, Sauteed Garlic Spinach, Roasted Butternut Squash, or Wood Roasted Brussel Sprouts)
Course Three Chocolate Panna Cotta with mango puree, ginger crumble, and sweet mascarpone
Sociale Chicago offers an outdoor Winter Lounge with fire tables and guests are welcome to bring a blanket; indoor seating will become available pending city restrictions. Early reservations are recommended due to lowered capacity, with weekend-long seating availability beginning at 5:30 p.m. on 2/12, 2/13, and 2/14. The menu is priced at $99.95 per guest. For questions or to make a reservation, please contact Sociale Chicago at (312) 588-1100.
Sugargoat
Sugargoat is offering all sorts of Valentine’s Day sweets for your sweetie that can be picked up or delivered locally (link here) - or shipped nationally via Goldbelly (link here) for long distance loves:
Meal Kits by Stephanie Izard
Meal Kits by Stephanie Izard offers an assortment of meals for 2 (or more), including:
Vasili’s
Francesca’s Restaurant Group’s newest concept, Vasili’s, is celebrating Valentine’s Day—offering both at-home dining and dine-out options for guests. Vasili’s Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two:
Geja's Cafe
The "Restaurant of Romance" located at 340 W. Armitage, is offering a special Valentine’s Weekend Package for both indoor and outdoor seating, which includes a bottle of Domaine Carneros Sparkling Rose, along with a three-course fondue dinner complete with their signature Swiss Gruyere cheese with assorted dippers, choice of Premier Dinner, and finished off with their Belgian Chocolate Fondue, flamed table-side. Package seating are at 4pm, 6:30pm, and 9pm. Reservations are limited.
The Rose Hotel Chicago
The closest off-airport hotel to O’Hare International Airport at 5200 Pearl St., is offering significant others with something extra special this Valentine’s Day by launching, “A Room Full of Roses” Package. The package, starting at $499, features a King Studio Suite filled to the brim with 400 long-stemmed red roses, a welcome amenity, a bottle of sparkling wine or cider upon arrival, complimentary breakfast in bed for two courtesy of their contemporary first floor bar and restaurant, Thorn Restaurant & Lounge, and a late checkout.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
The restaurant will be offering a Hanger Steak special for your upcoming Valentine’s Day festivities, crafted by Executive Chef Nicholas Malloy, complete with a Butternut Squash & Smoked Shallot Hash, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Parsnip Purée, and topped with a Demi Glacé. The special is available for $24, February 8 through Valentine’s Day, February 14. The special Valentine’s Day Dish will be available for room service at The Rose Hotel for those enjoying the hotel’s Valentine’s Day Package which comes complete with over 400 roses, bubbles upon arrival, and more to wow your Valentine this year. The dinner special will also be available for takeout via UberEats, GrubHub, EZCater, and DoorDash for those looking to have a romantic night in without leaving their homes, as well as dine in.
Hornblower Chicago
Hornblower Cruises and Events announced today its Chicago port will be offering specialty cruises for the Valentine’s Day weekend celebrations. Grab your special someone or a best friend as Hornblower offers guests its signature dining and cruise experience aboard their signature glass Odyssey Chicago River, all while mixed with Valentine’s Day themed festivities. While guests can expect the same high standards and welcoming service, experiences have been adapted to ensure heightened cleanliness and to maintain social distance onboard.
Valentine’s Day Experiences offered in Chicago include:
VALENTINE’S DAY PREMIER DINNER OR BRUNC CRUISE ON THE CHICAGO RIVER
A Valentine's Dinner or Brunch cruise - Experience a plated dinner or brunch cruise on the Chicago River. Dine with friends and family and soak in Chicago's architecture views. Includes plated meal with freshly prepared entrees, salads and desserts as well as cocktails, wine and beer from a cash bar.
DATES: Saturday, February 13 & Sunday, February 14
CRUISING TIMES: 7:00PM-9:00PM (6:00PM boarding) – Saturday, February 13
6:00PM-8:00PM (5:00PM boarding) – Sunday, February 14
RATE: $149.90
DATE: Sunday, February 14
CRUISING TIME: 12:30pm – 2:30pm (Noon boarding)
RATE: $81.60
Jet's Pizza
A socially distanced Valentine’s Day means staying in with your loved ones, and Jet's Pizzs is helping to provide the romance at all of their 21 Illinois locations. On Feb. 14, customers may order their limited edition heart-shaped pizza with any of their favorite toppings. Also, available is their heart shaped Jet’s Bread and for dessert, their heart shaped Cinnamon Stix drizzled with frosting.
Pacino's
The South Loop's Pacino's, will be offering a romantic 4-course menu available for dine-in and carryout. Complete with a complimentary champagne toast and roses for your sweet, Chef Michael Serratore has developed a menu including couple's choice of a variety of their salads, house-made pastas, freshly prepared entrees and desserts. The meal is available for $74.95 per person.
Smith & Wollensky Chicago
Romance is in the air at Smith & Wollensky Chicago this February as the steakhouse celebrates the spirit of love all week long leading up to Valentine’s Day. From February 8 to February 14, guests can make a reservation for date night in their socially distant dining rooms or order their favorite dishes from their own homes. Through the restaurant’s partnership with ChowNow, fans can order a dinner for two for curbside pickup or delivery.
As an extra sweet treat, the restaurant will also gift guests with complimentary red velvet cupcakes. Additionally, a Red Velvet Martini will be available for purchase. The specialty martini is made with Sobieski Vanilla Vodka, White Crème de Cocoa Liqueur, Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur, and red velvet cake mix.
Daisies
Milk Money Brewing
Indoor dining with regular a-la-carte dinner menu, alongside Chef’s special features
Cafe Robey
Formento’s
The Bristol
Wixter Market
The Robey Hotel
Hannah’s Bretzel
Rye Deli & Drink
Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea
To celebrate the day of love, Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is offering a buy one give one promotion, where guests will receive half off their second drink with the purchase of a Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha on February 14th.
The Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha is a combination of parisienne drinking chocolate infused with Madagascan vanilla bean and deep dark chocolate, topped with a dulce de leche truffle.
Boqueria
This Valentine’s Day weekend, transport yourself and a loved one to Barcelona with Boqueria’s Pintxo Party for two. Available at the restaurant or at home, the menu includes your choice of a bottle of Spanish sparkling wine or The Devil Wears Manzana bourbon and rum based cocktail for two; a variety of pintxos and tapas perfect or sharing and a decadent Cream de Chocolate for dessert. Boqueria’s full a la carte menu of tapas and paella is also available throughout the weekend.
Somerset
This Valentine’s Day weekend (2/12-2/14), Somerset is offering meal kits for two featuring a variety of chef Stephen Gillanders’ signature dishes to prepare at home. Dishes include: Endive and Avocado Salad, Spicy Crab on Crispy Rice, Foie Gras Ganache, Lobster Ravioli, Mushroom Risotto, Miso Glazed Salmon, Braised Short Rib. End your meal on a sweet note with a selection of desserts from pastry chef Tatum Sinclair including Winter Citrus Cheesecake, Chocolate Custard and custom cupcakes with personalized “love notes" written in frosting. Each dish comes with a detailed recipe card and
This winter, Somerset is extending patio season with custom built greenhouses so guests can safely dine outside. On Valentine’s Day, Somerset is offering an 4-course meal featuring chef Stephen Gillanders’ dishes. Having a double date? Reservations of four or more receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine. The greenhouses are designed for groups of 2-6 people and are equipped with heaters and personal blankets to keep guests warm.
Devereaux
Situated on the 18th floor of Viceroy Chicago, Devereaux offers a safe and social lounge experience with private heated greenhouses and family-style menus for your group to enjoy. This Valentine’s Day, gather your girlfriends and celebrate "Galentine’s Day” with a spread of sweet and savory bites created by chef Stephen Gillanders including and boozy beverage offerings including a bottle of sparkling wine, large format “Cupid cocktail” and spiked hot cocoa.
The Hampton Social
On Valentine’s Day, the coastal-inspired bar and restaurant is offering 50% off all bottles of rosé from 5pm-close. Share it, split it or keep it for yourself — guests can sip rosé on The Hampton Social’s covered rooftop patio or inside thedining room at the Streeterville and S. Barrington locations.
Brown Sugar Bakery
Stephanie Hart, owner of Brown Sugar Bakery, is releasing new Chocolate Flavors for Valentine's Day and beyond. Hart has curated a line of gourmet, hand-crafted chocolates called "LIFE IS SWEET". Now through the end of the month, grab a sweet treat at their Brown Sugar Bakery pop-up shop inside Nordstorm's on Michigan Avenue. The pop up shop will be open every Saturday and Sunday in February from 11am-3pm and is located on the first floor near the mall entrance on Michigan Ave.
Ella Elli
Ella Elli (1349 W Cornelia), will re-open their doors for indoor dining starting this Valentine's Day weekend (Feb 12 - 14), with a special, 4-course Chef's Tasting Menu experience.
After months of temporarily closing their doors due to COVID indoor dining restrictions, guests can visit Ella Elli's for a prix fixe meal inspired by a selection of their favorite dishes. Guests can start-off with their choice of Bay Scallop Crudo, Baked Marin County Brie or Beef Tartare. Third Course standouts include American Wagyu with brussels, celery root puree and chili-crisp, Cioppino with crab, shrimp, mussels and a saffron broth OR Local Mushroom Ragout with buttermilk polenta and cave-aged pecorino.
Pricing is $95 per person and pre-paid reservations are a must that can be made via Resy. A selection of cocktails, wine and bubbles curated by sommelier Robert Neilson will also be available for purchase on-site.
Ella Elli will resume full dine-in service Wednesday - Sunday post Valentine's Day weekend.
Vosges Haut Chocolat
Vosges Haut Chocolat – has reopened is Chocolate Temple (store) in Lakeview (2950 N. Oakley Avenue, Chicago).
Following COVID-19 safety regulations and protocols, the Chocolate Temple is re-open for in-store shopping, where patrons can purchase a selection of haut chocolate collections at the boutique.
Additionally, Vosges is offering same day pickup for those who prefer to shop online. Vosges offers those looking to purchase online the option to select store pickup at check-out, and choose their preferred day and pick-up time. Same day orders can be ready within 2hrs of ordering.
The Chocolate Temple is currently open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30am to 5:30pm, and their team can be reached at 773.248.7885 for customer questions.
The Chocolate Temple will not be open on Sunday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day).
Robert's Pizza
Robert’s Pizza has a V-Day package for pizza lovers who might still be looking for a socially-distant way of saying “I Love You”! Available for dine-in, takeout or delivery…Robert’s will be offering:
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