Valentine’s Day and where it’s at in Vancouver

VALENTINE’S DAY AND WHERE THE HOT SPOTS ARE

t’s time to put get ahead of the curve Vancouver! So much to do and so many places to go. Here are some of our VALENTINE’S DAY suggestions in Vancouver:

Loam Bistro

This Valentine’s Day, Loam is offering a romantic two-course set menu for two for $55,/person. Featuring two risottos and a decadent dessert. Guests can enjoy the Beetroot & Burrata Risotto, made with roasted beetroot purée, sage butter, parmesan, burrata, and fresh dill, followed by Strawberry Tiramisu, with layers of strawberry mascarpone, fresh strawberries, and strawberry compote. To complement the menu, Loam’s February featured drink, a luscious Strawberry Hot Chocolate.

We’re Rahul, Honoka and Simba.

After years of making delicious food and coffee for folks around the world, we wanted to start our very own brunch bistro in North Vancouver.

Our love of food, coffee, plants and community propelled us to come up with the idea of Loam; a bright, friendly, comfortable spot for great coffee and amazing brunch in North Vancouver.

We can’t wait to see you soon!

Fanny Bay Oyster Bar

Fanny Bay is making Valentine’s Day extra special with a romantic cocktail and indulgent bites. Guests can enjoy the signature Hibis-Kiss, a delightful mix of ginger, hibiscus, vodka, triple sec, rose prosecco, and mandarin orange for $18. For an indulgent treat, Fanny Bay is also offering a dozen oysters paired with a 30g tin of caviar for $80, perfect for sharing with a loved one.

We’ve been Michelin recommended!

We are Vancouver’s only tide to table oyster bar and shellfish market. We are in the heart of Vancouver’s stadium district at 762 Cambie Street. We provide Vancouver with the freshest shellfish and seafood experience directly from our shellfish farms. We are perfect for pre & post game drinks and snacks, a hopping happy hour, a tasty seafood dinner, or even bringing something special home from our shellfish market. We also offer a private dining room with space for up to 20 guests!

We’re Rahul, Honoka and Simba.

After years of making delicious food and coffee for folks around the world, we wanted to start our very own brunch bistro in North Vancouver.

Our love of food, coffee, plants and community propelled us to come up with the idea of Loam; a bright, friendly, comfortable spot for great coffee and amazing brunch in North Vancouver.

We can’t wait to see you soon!

Alouette Bistro

This Valentine’s weekend, Alouette Bistro invites couples to enjoy a special Surf and Turf Cheese Fondue. Featuring raclette cheese fondue with filet mignon, prosciutto, prawns, scallops, pickled and fresh vegetables, Creamer potatoes, and sourdough, the dish is $190 for two guests. The feature will be available throughout the Valentine’s weekend, alongside a variety of beverage specials, offering a cozy experience perfect for celebrating love.

Alouette Bistro borrows its culinary philosophies from the enduring dishes and methods of classic French bistros.

Located in the Executive Hotel Le Soleil Vancouver, Alouette and Le Soleil are a perfect pairing.

The design is the elevation of 18th-century Parisian decadence and modern comfort, brought to every one of its beautiful suites. As you enter Alouette, no detail is overlooked. Our skilled staff strives to elevate your dining experience with a level of hospitality equal to the finest around the world!

Copperpenny Distilling Co.

Copperpenny is celebrating both Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day with experiences designed for celebrating together, whether out or at home. For a cozy night in, Copperpenny is offering a Provence Cocktail Kit, a boxed cocktail kit for two priced at $80, available for pick-up in advance or on the day of. The kit is also available for shipping, with 10% off until February 14th.

For those dining in, Copperpenny will feature a chef-curated sharing menu, thoughtfully designed around seasonal ingredients and bold, comforting flavours meant to be enjoyed together. To mark Valentine’s Day, Copperpenny is partnering with Chez Christophe on a special handcrafted dessert, available for a limited time.

Guests can also enjoy a special Valentine’s and Galentine’s cocktail menu, featuring festive creations including Champagne Is for Lovers (available by the glass or bottle), Can’t Burn Me Twice with Copperpenny Ember Gin, 20th Century Tinder, The Last Resort, and Mistress of the Night. A non-alcoholic option, Pink Dove, rounds out the menu with grapefruit, lime, green tea, honey, ginger, and soda.

RILEY’S

Riley’s is offering an elegant Valentine’s Day dining experience on February 14th with a prix-fixe menu priced at $110 per person (wine pairings available for $30). Guests will begin with Riley’s House Brioche with garlic confit oil, gruyère, lobster oil, and whipped butter, followed by a choice of exquisite first courses including Ahi Tuna Carpaccio, Steak Tartare, or Crispy Burrata Salad, each paired with select Okanagan wines.

For the entrée, diners can select from Steak Rossini (with an optional butter-poached lobster tail), Coast to Coast Cioppino, or Porcini Mushroom Risotto, perfectly complemented by curated wine pairings. The meal concludes with decadent desserts, including Banana Foster or Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake, each served with a sweet wine pairing to finish the evening.

St. Lawrence

A Valentine’s Day Weekend Date Idea: Cabane à Sucre at St. Lawrence

Looking for something a little different this Valentine’s Day weekend? Step into a cozy, romantic celebration of Québec tradition at St. Lawrence, where Cabane à Sucre returns—reimagined as a refined seasonal dining experience available now through March. Inspired by the beloved sugar shack gatherings that mark the arrival of spring in Québec, this limited-time menu captures the warmth, nostalgia, and indulgence of la belle province, translated into an elevated dining experience perfect for sharing. Expect maple-forward flavours, comforting dishes with a refined touch, and a sense of story woven into every course.

Menu highlights may include: maple-smoked and cured steelhead trout with dill cream, duck confit ravioli with maple duck jus, herb crêpes with mushroom ragout and Miranda cheese, maple-marinated sablefish with smoked butter, grilled venison loin with tourtière, and maple-forward desserts like maple tart with Chantilly and spruce or a maple profiterole with pecans, apples, and Labrador tea.

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse is making Valentine’s weekend extra special with His & Hers cocktails for couples—His: Suntory Toki Japanese Whisky, plum wine, bitters, and simple syrup; Hers: vodka, muddled strawberries, yuzu liqueur, soda, and simple syrup, each $16.

For Galentine’s Day, guests can sip on Rose Sangria ($15) or enjoy half-price Sandhill Sauvignon Blanc bottles ($36). A delicious way to toast love and friendship all weekend long.

Add some fun to your evening with a hibachi experience, where the chefs dazzle with fire, flair, and fresh, high-quality food, perfect for a playful and memorable date.

The Teahouse

The Teahouse is celebrating Valentine’s Day with an elegant prix-fixe dinner menu priced at $98 per person (exclusive of taxes and gratuities), available from 4:00 PM. The evening begins with Dungeness Crab Arancini with lemon aioli, followed by a selection of refined appetizers such as Beef Tartare, Lobster Bisque, Teahouse Stuffed Mushrooms, or Zucchini Carpaccio. For the main course, guests may choose from standout entrées including Surf & Turf with New York striploin and garlic butter lobster tail, Salmon Wellington, Five Spice Pan-Seared Duck Breast, or Heart-Shaped Ravioli with rosé cream sauce. The experience concludes with indulgent desserts like White Chocolate Blueberry Cheesecake or the Chocolate Raspberry Heart Duo.

The Valentine’s Day set menu will be available throughout the evening, while a reduced à la carte menu will be available too.

The Sandbar

The Sandbar is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a selection of special features alongside its regular menu, giving guests the flexibility to dine their way. Valentine’s features begin with indulgent appetizers such as Lobster Bisque with crème fraîche, Burrata Salad with gem tomatoes and pistachio praline, and Hoshi’s Special, featuring a dynamite roll with tempura prawn, plus salmon and tuna nigiri.

For mains, guests can choose from standout entrées including a classic Bouillabaisse with lingcod, mussels, clams, prawns, and rock crab, the indulgent Surf & Turf with grilled tenderloin and roasted lobster tail, or Wild Mushroom Ravioli with garlic cream sauce and truffle oil. The evening finishes on a sweet note with a Chocolate Lava Cake served with vanilla gelato and raspberry coulis.

Lavantine

Lavantine is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a three-course prix-fixe menu priced at $165 per person, showcasing the restaurant’s signature Middle Eastern–inspired flavours and refined techniques.

Guests begin with a choice of first courses such as Cauliflower Panna Cotta with Osetra Caviar, Creamy Lobster Broth, or Spiced Lamb Hummus. The second course offers a selection of beautifully prepared mains, including Roasted Chicken with Moghrabieh, Roasted King Salmon with Tahina Remoulade, Lamb Manti, or Roasted Cauliflower with warming spices.

The evening concludes with a decadent dessert choice, including Chocolate Biscuit Cake, Palace Bread Pudding with rose and cherry, or Chocolate Baklava served with vanilla gelato.

Fable Diner

Fable Diner is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a special three-course set menu, available on Saturday, February 14th from 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM at its 151 East Broadway location. Guests can enjoy a choice of starter, main, and dessert, perfect for a relaxed and comforting Valentine’s meal.

Starters include options such as Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Cajun cream and basil oil or a Peach & Beet Salad with goat cheese, maple balsamic dressing, and sunflower seeds. For the main course, diners can choose from NY Striploin with roasted herb and garlic potatoes, Roast Duck Risotto with creamy mushrooms and rosemary, or Chicken Parmesan Pasta with vodka sauce and rigatoni.

Dessert options include a nostalgic Chocolate Strawberry Milkshake, Chocolate-Covered Strawberries, or a light Pavlova with fresh berries, cream, and mint.

$65 per couple, additional $25 to add a bottle of red or white wine.

Claudio’s

Claudio’s is offering two special add-ons for Valentine’s Day to elevate the dining experience. Guests can indulge in a Truffle Ricotta Raviolo , a large handmade raviolo filled with ricotta and black truffle, encasing a soft-set egg yolk that flows when cut, finished with brown butter and freshly shaved truffle ($30). For a sweet treat, Claudio’s is also offering a Small Victory Cookie Box ($18), perfect for gifting.

House of Dawn

House of Dawn is serving up romance this Valentine’s Day with a steak experience made for couples. Known for their exceptional steak program, the restaurant features premium cuts, including Kobe steak, expertly prepared to highlight each flavour. Guests can enjoy the perfect pairing with a special Valentine’s Day cocktail or mocktail, available all weekend, making it an ideal destination for a memorable, indulgent date night.

B House

B House is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a special menu for two priced at $99, featuring a thoughtfully curated three-course experience. Guests will start with “Hand in Hand”, a combination of ground pork spring roll, fresh salad roll, mixed greens, peanut butter sauce, buttermilk crispy shrimp, watermelon radish, and lotus root. The main course, “Surf n Turf” Platter, includes AAA top sirloin, sautéed shrimp in lobster garlic butter sauce, blackened wild sockeye salmon with pineapple salsa, duck-fat roasted baby potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and peppercorn sauce. For dessert, couples can indulge in the “Sweet Duo”, featuring a homemade molten chocolate brownie alongside mascarpone raisin bread pudding with hazelnut chocolate sauce, dolce de leche, and fresh berries. Plus special Valentine’s Day cocktails will also be available.

Five Sails

Valentine’s Day at Five Sails – $195 per person

Celebrate love with an unforgettable evening at Five Sails. Enjoy a luxurious 5-course menu crafted to delight every sense:

Amuse Bouche: Warm cauliflower custard, yellowtail fennel tart, brioche

Course 1: Bluefin Tuna “Rose” with citrus arbequina vinaigrette & gel, kohlrabi

Course 2: Lobster Bisque with seared Pacific scallop, Dungeness crab croquette, citrus foam

Course 3: Comté Cheese Spaetzle with foie gras, caramelized onion, black truffle, pickled kohlrabi

Course 4: Charcoal Grilled A5 Wagyu Striploin with madeira jus

Dessert: Love Letter – strawberry sorbet, mascarpone cream, kasama chocolate almond, vanilla sponge

C|Prime

C|Prime is offering a special Valentine’s Day menu designed for a romantic and indulgent dining experience. Highlights include Beef Wellington with herb crepe, mushroom duxelles, rosemary mashed potatoes, and truffle demi-glace; Surf & Turf featuring an 8oz Canadian Prime tenderloin with Dungeness crab ravioli and bisque reduction; and Tortellini of Dungeness Crab with squid ink dough, bisque reduction, and olive oil powder. The menu concludes with a decadent dessert, Pliable Chocolate, served with pistachio, strawberry pearls, and sorbet — the perfect sweet finish for a Valentine’s celebration.

D/6 Bar & Lounge

D/6 Bar & Lounge is celebrating Valentine’s weekend with feature cocktails available from February 13–15, along with two special events:

Friday, February 13th: A Magic & Mentalism Show with Randy Charach. Doors open at 5:00 PM and the show starts at 6:00 PM. Details:

Sunday, February 14th: A Valentine’s Party – Casa AMOR hosted by the Porque No group. Doors open at 9:00 PM. Details:

Guests can enjoy signature cocktails throughout the weekend while taking in the entertainment and festive Valentine’s atmosphere.

The Victor

The Victor is offering a Valentine’s set menu on Saturday, February 14th, alongside a limited à la carte selection. Guests can also pre-order Sweet Treats and Bubbles Packages by emailing victorbookings@nullparqvancouver.com.

Continuing the celebration, Sunday, February 15th, The Victor will host its Spoils of Sunday buffet brunch with a Valentine’s twist, featuring additional sweet treats and a champagne cart in motion for a festive and indulgent experience.

See the menu here.

Mon Paris

Love Letter Cake

A sweet little love note in dessert form! Our 4″ x 4″ Love Letter Cake features brownie biscuit, strawberry confit, and strawberry mousse. Available pre-order only for pickup on February 14. Price: $39

Chocolate Diorama – Key to My Heart Box

Make hearts melt with this dark chocolate masterpiece! The Key to My Heart Box is filled with 6 assorted truffles, perfect for sharing. Available in store starting February 1. Price: $35

Honey Salt
Valentine’s Day at Honey Salt | February 13 & 14

Celebrate love with a warm, indulgent Valentine’s Day experience at Honey Salt, where thoughtful details and comforting flavours set the tone for a perfect date night. Enjoy a $88 per person prix fixe menu designed for sharing, with the option to elevate your evening with a $25 wine pairing.

Start with a delicate roasted pear and goat cheese tartlet, then choose from appetizers like Fanny Bay oysters with classic accompaniments or a cheese fondue for two featuring aged cheddar and gruyère, sourdough, apples, grapes, and sausage.

For mains, select from indulgent favourites including burrata ravioli with brown butter and sage, chicken parm, wild spring salmon, or a show-stopping 16oz Angus reserve striploin with garlic prawns. Finish your evening on a sweet note with desserts made for two, like the decadent Society Cake or a dark chocolate s’mores fondue, perfectly paired with Black Sage Piper.

Make it extra special with two-tiered Valentine’s Day add-ons:

Cupid’s Choice – half dozen roses and chocolates ($65)

Forever and Always – half dozen roses, chocolates, and a 750ml bottle of Mionetto Prosecco ($99)

Feature image: Copperpenny Distilling Co. Mon Paris: Nora Hamade