Get in the mood for love at restaurants all over the Denver metro area with these 30-plus special events. From romance with your honey at an upscale restaurant to friendly meet up with a theme, there’s plenty to do on Valentine’s Day in the Mile High. Of course, you can skip it all and book a reservation for the day before or after, or simply take home some sweet treats to celebrate.
Classic Valentine’s Day Dinners
Four Courses of Coastal Luxury at Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
All five locations of Jax Fish House & Oyster bar will host a four-course feast on Valentine’s Day, starting at $90 per person. The meal starts with caviar-topped blinis, deviled eggs with white truffle, or fritto misto. Next comes a serving of lobster bisque and a fresh little gem salad. Finally, choose between the Squid Ink Bucatini with Scallops or the Whole Colorado Striped Bass for two. End with a Chocolate Budino for two. For more details and to make a reservation, go here. Multiple locations, jaxfishhouse.com
Valentine’s Day at American Elm
For $90 per person you can enjoy an elegant four-course dinner from this Denver favorite. The meal starts with your choice of crab cakes or Roman gnocchi, followed by either wild boar mezzaluna or ricotta ravioli. Course three showcases chef Daniel Mangin’s skills with proteins, no matter if you pick the steak au poivre, bone-in pork chop, or sole meunière. End the meal and the date with a sweet bite of Basque cheesecake, Singaporean chocolate cake, or a kiss from your sweetheart. 4132 W. 38th Ave., Denver, amelm.com
February 13 and 14: Valentine’s Day Dinner at The Greenwich
Book a time between 4 and 10 p.m. for you and your honey to enjoy an elegant Italian feast. The holiday prix fixe runs $100 for two people, and includes four courses meant to be shared. Expect to dine happily on Citrus Salad with fennel, castelvetrano olives, and endive; Shrimp Risotto with spinach, frisée and preserved Meyer lemon; pan-roasted Sirloin with Marry-Me sauce, polenta gnocchi and parmesan cheese; and Pomegranate Panna Cotta. The regular a la carte menu will also be available.3258 Larimer St., Denver, thegreenwichdenver.com
Lover’s Listening Room at Ambler
Head downtown to Ambler for its special pop-up, Lover’s Listening Room. The ticketed event offers an immersive dining experience in the style of a vinyl listening lounge. Guests will enjoy a multi-course dinner meant to go with records spinning. Add on extra dishes or a wine pairing, and find love through the music. Each reservation runs $175 per couple, and can be made here. 1801 Wewatta St., Denver, amblerdenver.com
Spice Up Life at Tamayo
Tamayo by Chef Richard Sandoval will serve a special three-course prix fixe dinner created by the star chef himself. Priced at $80 per guest, the menu features dishes such as Kampachi Tiradito, Lobster and Shrimp Enchilada, Braised Short Rib, Chocolate Cake with vanilla anglaise sauce, and more. Add on a beverage pairing for $45, and make a reservation here. 1400 Larimer St., Denver, tamayodenver.com
Love For the The Common Good
For $85 per person, guests of The Common Good choose one dish from each of the three courses during a very special Valentine’s Day Dinner. Options may include a lump crab cake, mille-feuille with roasted beet and blood orange, butter-poached cod with saffron, and passion fruit crème brûlée. Make a reservation here. 13025 E, Montview Blvd, Aurora, eatatthecommongood.com
Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Dinner at Corinne Denver
Why go worry about going out on Valentine’s Day when you can also dine on February 11, 12, 13, and 15? On any of these days you can indulge in a three-course Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu. Choose from dishes such as saffron-laced bucatini, chargrilled octopus, a 24-ounce fire-grilled porterhouse, smoked Colorado trout dip, crispy Brussels sprouts, and espresso crème brûlée. Add on a glass of Prisoner chardonnay or pinot noir for $12. 1475 California St., Denver, corinnedenver.com
Boulder Does Romance at Jill’s Restaurant
Celebrate all things love at Jill’s Restaurant, located within St Julien Hotel & Spa. For one night only there will be a special four-course, prix-fixe dinner on Valentine’s Day. Start with a roasted tomato soup with fennel and basil. Next, choose an appetizer such as mushroom arancini. Main courses may include the culotte steak au poivre, citrus halibut, risotto “pepperonata,” or duck pappardelle confit. Then dessert, either spiced wine-poached pears or a three-way strawberry Gianduja chocolate cake. Reservations are $89 per person and can be made here. 900 Walnut St., Boulder, stjulien.com
Valentine’s Dinner at Local Jones
Celebrate love, flavor, and a night designed just for two with a special three-course menu built with the holiday in mind. Choose from items such as grilled polenta cakes with tomato-eggplant caponata; burrata-topped bruschetta with olive tapenade and crisp apple; and a 6-ounce filet mignon served with grilled asparagus, béarnaise, and crispy capers. Cap off the evening with an indulgent dessert made for love. The dinner costs $85 per person, and reservations can be made here. 249 Columbine St., Denver, localjones.com
Three Nights of Love at Osteria Alberico
For $85 per person, enjoy a multi-course tasting menu with optional wine by the glass or half-glass pairings. Chef Russell Stippich will present the special meal on February 13, 14, and 15. Book a reservation via OpenTable here. 3455 S. University Blvd., Englewood, osteriaalberico.com
Cozy Up at Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse RiNo
Who says a casual eatery can’t get fancy? This Valentine’s Day the newly-opened Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse RiNo will shine with candlelight and offer a $100 coursed meal in honor of the occasion. On the menu you’ll pick from dishes such as chestnut soup with chicken confit, shrimp and avocado salad, and beef bourguignon. Each course will be paired with wine. Reservations are available via OpenTable here. 3040 Blake St., Denver, greatdivide.com
Kachina Cantina Brings the Amor
On February 13 and 14 at Kachina Cantina, couples should take advantage of Amor at the Cantina, a three-course prix fixe menu running $75 per person. The evenings’ lineup features starters such as citrus scallop and shrimp ceviche or elote empanadas. On the main dish list, look for blue corn-crusted filet, snapper a la Veracruzana, and chipotle honey chicken. Finish off with a chocolaty dessert and add on a drink. Use this link to make a reservation. 1890 Wazee St., Denver, kachinadenver.com
Love at Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval
Get in the mood with a three-course dinner designed to impress any level of love. Begin with the First Kiss, a lovely appetizer featuring yellowfin tuna with leche de tigre, ají amarillo, truffle oil, root chips and furikake. Or, indulge in Temptation Oysters, which come topped with spinach butter, jalapeño, cheeses, panko and chili oil. Other equally seductive dishes include a marinated branzino, Australian wagyu filet, and Champagne sorbet. Make sure to get a reservation, seats for the big day sell fast. 150 Clayton Ln. Ste. B, Denver, torodenver.com
February 13 and 14: Romantic Prix Fixe Dinner at Gattara
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an Italian prix fixe experience at Gattara for $120 per person. The four-course menu starts with a glass of prosecco served with a welcome bite from executive chef Mimmo Faid. Next comes a choice of appetizers such as fresh sea scallops in a delicate white wine and citrus butter sauce, or chef’s salad with organic greens, beets, goat cheese, and pistachios.
Entrée selections include lobster linguine tossed in a creamy sauce with fresh herbs, or Mare Monti, featuring filet mignon and jumbo shrimp served with rapini over mashed potatoes. Dessert finishes out the evening. 1776 Grant St., Denver, gattararestaurant.com
Super Fancy Romantic Dinners
February 13 to 15: San Valentino at Frasca Food and Wine
What better way to woo someone than with a romantic, multi-course tasting menu from chef Ian Palazzola at the Michelin-starred Frasca Food and Wine in Boulder. Dinner runs $265 per person (exclusive of drinks, tax, and gratuity) and you can choose optional beverage pairings. For reservations and more information, please visit this link. 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, frascafoodandwine.com
Fall in Love With Dear Emilia
Opening January 29, the highly anticipated Denver debut from Michelin-recommended Restaurant Olivia team makes for the perfect Valentine’s Day destination. Reserve a spot for $135 per person, one to eight guests, and expect to enjoy a special four-course tasting menu. Like Olivia, Dear Emilia also has a solid wine program, and you can add on a pairing to experience it. Reservations for Valentine’s Day can be made here. 3615 Delgany St., Denver, no website
Pasta Love and Other Delights at Tavernetta
Transport your love to Italy through chef Cody Cheetham four-course tasting menu at Tavernetta in Downtown Denver. The meal starts at $140 per person, and you can add on wine pairings for $90. Book a spot starting Friday, February 13 through 15, here. 1889 16th St., Denver, tavernettadenver.com
February 13 and 14: Dinner and a Show at Nocturne
Treat your Valentine to a three-course dinner accompanied by sexy live music from some of Denver’s finest jazz artists. That’s what you’ll find at Nocturne in RiNo. On Friday enjoy the sounds of the Gabriel Mervine Quintet with special guest jazz vocalist Marion Powers. Then on Valentine’s Day night the Ben Markley Quintet takes the stage with romantic standards and intimate ballads.
Pair the music with a special three-course dinner specially curated for the holiday weekend. Add on the sommelier-selected wine pairing to further enhance the experience. Each night there are two 75-minute seatings at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Reservations are $198 per person can be made here. 1330 27th St., Denver, nocturnejazz.com
February 13 and 14: Fishy Love at Water Grill
Go all out and treat someone special to a four-course dinner at Water Grill. The prix-fixe menu includes a choice of chilled wild jumbo shrimp, a half-dozen oyster sampler, Nantucket Bay scallop crudo, or and a jumbo lump crab cake. Also look for soups and salads like the clam chowder or roasted beet salad, and entrées including a live California spiny lobster, wild Ross Sea Chilean sea bass, and the American Wagyu SRF Gold® by Snake River Farms.
House desserts feature items such as maple cheesecake, chocolate espresso ganache cake, and caramel bread pudding. The special menu is priced at $135 per person with optional wine pairings for $50 per person. Water Grill will also provide a photobooth for Guests to capture the experience and a complimentary gift for each couple. 1691 Market St., Denver, watergrill.com
Tomahawk for Two at The Ritz-Carlton Denver’s ELWAY’S Downtown
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a culinary experience centered around a stunning 36-ounce bone-in ribeye and a bottle of Daou Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles 2022. Not only that, but also expect an outrageous dessert to cap the love-filled evening. All this for $250 per table of two. Reservations available here. 1881 Curtis St., Denver, elways.com
Sushi is For Lovers at Den Corner
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Sushi Den, Ototo Den, and Izakaya Den open early, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 14. This allows even more people to enjoy the elegant sushi restaurants, and dinner reservations are available via Open Table. Early walk-ins are also welcome, and if you visit Sushi Den or Izakaya Den you can exclusively enjoy a four-course omakase at the sushi counter for $85 per person.
February 13 and 14: Red Rocks Romance at The Fort
For Valentine’s dining with Colorado flair, nothing beats The Fort. The chefs have whipped up a specialty menu for the occasion, including an 8-ounce buffalo filet paired with buttery mashed potatoes, freshly baked bread, the signature salad, and a petit Chambord negrita topped with passion fruit pearls. Dinner runs $75 per person, and you have the option to add a 4-ounce cold-water lobster tail for $28. 19192 CO-8, Morrison, thefort.com
Events for Gal Pals and Lovable Friends
February 1 to 15: Valentine’s Specials at 54thirty Rooftop
Take the elevator to the 20th floor of Le Méridien Denver Downtown and celebrate love at downtown Denver’s highest open-air rooftop bar. During this special event, 54thirty Rooftop will offer cocktail specials such as the Midnight in Pegu, made with gin, orange curacao, and lime. During February 11 to 15, if you order the Valentine’s Day prix fixe dinner downstairs at Corinne, you can come upstairs with your receipt and get 15% off the bill.
On February 12 from 4 to 8 p.m. explore Astra Nox Collective’s pop-up, which includes tarot, jewelry, astrology readers, and stained glass for sale. Finally, visit on the holiday itself from 6 to 8 p.m. and purchase a bouquet created by local floral designer, Indigo Stems. 1475 California St., Denver, 54thirty.com
February 12: Galentine’s Cocktails, Tarot, and More at Apple Blossom
From 6 to 8 p.m. celebrate with friends at the Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver’ restaurant Apple Blossom. For $35, enjoy a guided cocktail-making class, personalized tarot readings, and hands-on floral arranging. Reserve now on OpenTable.
February 12: Galentine’s Bingo
Celebrate friendly love at The Family Jones with bad date bingo. Guests are invited to submit their worst dating stories through an ongoing social media campaign that will be used in the event. Bonus, the worst date submitted will win a giveaway prize. Book a ticket for $45 per person, which comes with a cocktail, small bite pairing, and a pint of Raspberry Love ice cream from Little Man. Spend $100 on your VIP ticket and get a mini bottle service as well, tickets here.
February 13: Pearls + Prosecco: A Galentine’s Gathering
Located in The Faculty Club inside The Benson Hotel, from 7 to 10 p.m. get ready for an intimate Galentine’s evening for the girls, gays, and theys. It’s all about celebrating friendship, creativity, and connection. Activities include candlestick painting, a flower arrangement challenge, a love letter station for writing notes, and a champagne toast to close the evening.
Add on a hotel package and get event access, in-room spa kit, $25 credit to the onsite restaurant, and complimentary valet parking. Find tickets here. 13025 E, Montview Blvd, Aurora, eatatthecommongood.com
February 13 and 14: Valentine’s Weekend The Bindery
With Valentine’s Day dinner specials on both Friday and Saturday nights, as well as the Sweetheart Brunch on Saturday, there’s plenty of reasons to head to chef Linda Hampsten Fox’s LoHi restaurant. Bring a lover, a friend, your kids, anyone who you love. Diners can also take home festive treats such as fudgy raspberry brownies, dark chocolate and sea salt cookies, and even a box of doggy delights for your pup. Make a reservation today, here. 1817 Central St., Denver, thebinderydenver.com
February 13 to 15: Four is a Party at Centro Mexican Kitchen
Head to Boulder for a bubbly party meant for four. Expect Floating balloons, Valentine’s cards, and instant Polaroid keepsakes while sipping a Cupid’s Arrow cocktail made with Champagne and edible glitter, or a pitcher of the Prickly Pear Margarita. On the food side, the Surf & Turf Tacos with birria and shrimp will help fuel the night. The fun starts on February 13 and goes until February 15, all day long. Reservations and more information can be found here. 450 Pearl St., Boulder, centromexican.com
February 13 to 15: Whiskey Love at West End Tavern
Sip a bit of liquid love at West End Tavern in Boulder, where thoughtful cocktails and special Colorado whiskey flights dominate the menu. Of course the food is good too, and you can pair your brown spirits with a plate of grilled oysters topped with roasted garlic butter, smoked beef-fat focaccia with whipped ricotta, and strawberry cheesecake with lavender honey. Secure a reservation for dinner, drinks and flights here. 926 Pearl St., Boulder, thewestendtavern.com
Love For the Whole Family
Bring the Kids to The Post
February 14: Honestly the five Post locations are all perfect for a crew, be that your family or a group of friends. But for those with littles, on Valentine’s Day proper you will get a surprise bite from the kitchen. More information and reservations at any location can be secured here. Multiple locations, thepostcolorado.com
Valentine’s Day DJ Brunch at The OG
Bring the whole family to brunch at The OG on Valentine’s Day between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Not only will you dine on tasty bites, but there will be a live DJ and plenty of Red Velvet Pancakes for everyone. Plus, the special Grape-Berry Spritz cocktails for adults. Reservations available here. 1600 20th St., Denver, theogdenver.com
Sweet Treats and Take-Home Specials
Indulge in the Sweetheart Starter Pack From Temper Chocolates
Temper Chocolates is offering a Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Starter Pack with delicacies meant to be shared. The gift boxes range from $50 to $65 and include 12-pieces of assorted bonbons meant to pair with each other, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Orders must be placed by January 31, online at tempercolorado.com.
Sweeten the Day at Banh & Butter
Why simply give a box of chocolates when you can go all out with a pastry bouquet? This year chef and owner Thoa Nguyen has created a Valentine’s Flower Bouquet with strawberry roses and the bakery’s strawberry cruffins. Only, this popular treat comes with a twist, a strawberry-cheesecake-cream and white chocolate dip twist. Order deadline is February 7, with an in-person pick up on February 14. 9935 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, banhandbutter.com
Moon Raccoon
Moon Raccoon is offering a $29 Friends & Lovers Valentine’s Cookie Box available for preorder during the week of Valentine’s Day. In the box you’ll find two black-and-white cookies; four mini rye chocolate chip cookies; four pistachio chocolate spritz; and four cinnamon sugar rugelach with boozy raisins. 2839 W. 44th Ave., Suite 103, Denver, moonraccoonbakingcompany.com
February 12 and 13: Valentine’s Flower Hour a Rowdy Poppy
Spend $70 per ticket and enjoy a Valentine’s-themed “flower hour” from 3 to 6 p.m.. featuring special seasonal blooms. Tickets include a glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage and all you need to create and take home a small bouquet. While pre-ticket purchase is recommended, walk-ins are welcome. 3463 Walnut St., Suite 4, Denver, rowdypoppy.com
