Valentine’s Dining in Northern Virginia

Feb. 1-28. La Tasca. All month, La Tasca, with locations in Arlington, Alexandria and D.C. (Rockville and Baltimore as well) has “Tapas and a Movie for Two”. Created by Chef Josu Zubikarai, ,meals consist of two starter dishes, five specialty tapas, and two deserts, customers also receive two movie tickets to use immediately or saved for a later date. / All locations; $70. https://www.latascausa.com

Feb. 6. 6:30 p.m. Café Renaissance Wine Dinner featuring wines from Piedmont, Italy paired with five courses of romantic Italian dishes (pasta fagioli, insalata caprese, lobster ravioli with a smoked tomato cream, Provimi veal stuffed with spinach and mushrooms served with broccolini, and panna cotta). / 163 Glyndon St., SE, Vienna. https://caferenaissance.com

Feb. 13-14. Trummer’s on Main. Enjoy a pre-Valentine’s Day “Wine & Chocolate Tasting” with friends and family with four options of both wine and chocolate. Come back in for a romantic dinner at one of the D.C. area’s favorite restaurant, with a special Valentine’s three-course menu with a choice of three options per course. / 7134 Main St., Clifton; $35-$78. https://trummersonmain.com

Feb. 14-16 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 10:45 a.m. The Odyssey. The Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise on the Odyssey will depart from the Southwest D.C. waterfront on Valentine’s Day afternoon, and return to dock around 10 p.m.. Along with great views of the city along the Potomac, riders will enjoy a three-course dinner, a single rose, complimentary champagne toast, live music and dancing. Cruises will continue Friday at evening, and Saturday morning for brunch or evening for dinner. / 600 Water St., SW  Washington, D.C. 20024; $61.90-$129.90.  https://www.odysseycruises.com

Feb. 14. 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Coyote Grill. At their Centreville location, Coyote Grill’s executive chefs will put together a delicious four-course meal special for Valentine’s Day, including Lobster ravioli, Filet Mignon, Sea Bass and, of course, chocolate, with the option to add a bottle of wine. / 14101 Saint Germain Dr., Centreville; $75.95 https://www.coyotegrille.com

Feb. 14.  6-9 p.m.  Torpedo Factory Art Center.  “Made With Love” exhibit allows attendees to explore individual galleries, speak with artists and enjoy complimentary refreshments as part of the center’s Second Thursday events series. / 105 N. Union St., Alexandria; free. https://www.torpedofactory.org

Feb.14. 7-9 p.m. Tara Thai. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a pre-fix menu dinner, live music entertainment and a complimentary glass of champagne. / 7501 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church.  https://tarathaifallschurch.com

Feb. 14-16. Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner. Traditional “Valentine’s Dinner in Bistro” includes Champagne Poached Oyster, Heart Shaped Lobster Ravioli, Seared Chilean Sea Bass and Rose Water Panna Cotta. On February 15 and 16, the Pastry Chefs will create an exquisite Chocolate Buffet for guests to enjoy over live music in Entyse Wine Bar & Lounge, and on Saturday, February 16, Executive Chef Matthew Morrison will invite couples into his kitchen for an intimate gourmet  cooking class. / 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean; $125. https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/TysonsCorner/Default.htm

Feb. 14. Hooked Seafood & Sushi. Sterling’s Hooked Chef Vic has created a spectacular three-course prix fixe menu with both surf and turf options. / 46240 Potomac Run Plaza, Sterling. $69. https://www.hookedonseafood.com

Feb 14.  La Bergerie.  Romantic and tucked away just off the main thoroughfares in Old Town Alexandria, La Bergerie offers the perfect venue for intimate conversation.  Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a date night special four course prix fixe menu of classical French and Basque style cuisine.  / 218 N. Lee St., Alexandria. https://labergerie.com

Feb. 14. Chart House Restaurant. Let Chart House’s passion inspired menu romance your sweetheart and your taste buds this Valentine’s Weekend. / One Cameron St., Alexandria. https://www.chart-house.com

Feb. 14. Vermillion Restaurant.  Executive Chef Anthony Chittum’s carefully crafted  tasting menu begins with a seasonal canapé amuse bouche,  a choice of  Maine lobster tortellini or tartar of grass-fed bison, line caught Chesapeake rockfish or a mustard crusted Maryland fluke, dry aged sucking pig porchetta or Pennsylvania rabbit tasting, and finishing with a creamsicle float or s’more brownie sundae. Additionally, a vegetarian menu is available. / 1120 King St., Alexandria; $80-$105. https://vermilionrestaurant.com

Feb. 14.  Cedar Knoll Inn Restaurant.  Historic Cedar Knoll Inn Restaurant nestled on the grounds of historic  Mt. Vernon will offer a special Valentine’s a la carte menu.  Located on the banks of the Potomac River, Cedar Knoll Inn Restaurant allows for a reprieve from the bustling city for a special celebration.  / 9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria; $32.99. https://www.cedarknollinnrestaurant.com

Feb. 14. Bastille. Four-course dinner. / 1201 N. Royal St., Alexandria; $98-$139. https://www.bastillerestaurant.com

Feb. 14. Carlyle Club. Spend a romantic evening dining in an intimate 1930’s supper club with unforgettable ambiance. Live jazz performed by Greg Lamont Trio and a three-course pre-fixe menu. / 411 John Carlyle St., Alexandria. $55. https://thecarlyleclub.com

Feb. 14. Claire’s at the Depot. Four-course menu. / 65 S. 3^rd St., Warrenton; $70. https://www.clairesrestaurant.com

Feb. 14. The Goodstone Inn and Estate. Enjoy Middleburg’s beautiful atmosphere and take in the extravagant Valentines Dinner menu compliments of The Goodstone Inn and Estate’s fine dining team: Executive Chef Executive Chef Ian Dieter, Chef de Cuisine John Leonard and Manager/Sommelier David Saavedra.  The seven course tasting menu includes oysters Rockefeller, lobster bisque, a choice of crab cake duo or foie gras, arugula salad, a palate cleansing raspberry sorbet,  a choice of line caught halibut or prime pork chop or prime filet and closing with a chocolate mousse cake. / 36205 Snake Hill Road, Middleburg; $125. https://goodstone.com

Feb. 14. Evening Star Café. The contemporary American restaurant, Evening Star Café, will be serving a special Valentine’s Day four-course tasting menu for you and the one you love. / 2000 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria; $69. https://www.eveningstarcafe.net

Feb. 14. Finn & Porter. Finn & Porter has the Exclusive Valentine’s Day three-course dinner for two, including mouthwatering selections of seafood and beef to sweet after dinner treats. / 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria. https://www.finnandporter.com

Feb. 14-17. Wildfire. Come in and celebrate Valentine’s Day four-course dinner for two from Wildfire’s special or regular menu from Thursday to Sunday. / 1714 U International Drive, McLean; $85. https://www.wildfirerestaurant.com

Feb. 14. Tur Cuisine. Tur Cuisine will be having a special Valentine’s menu, created for both meat and veggie lovers alike. / 13029 Worldgate Drive, Herndon; $34.95. https://www.turcuisine.com

Feb. 11-15. Walker’s Grille. Valentine’s Day is around the corner and Walker’s Grille intends to celebrate the entire week, dubbing February 11-15 as “Love Week – Take The Ones You Love Out“. Located in the West End of Alexandria, Walker’s Grille is the first and only LEED Certified Gold Restaurant in Virginia. Instead of just celebrating on Feb. 14^th, celebrate the whole week with anyone in your life—whether it be your mom, dad, grandpa, brother, wife or best friend,Walker’s has created promotions Valentine’s week so various groups can gather. Girls Night Out is Monday, Tuesday is Grandparents Night, Wednesday is Family Night (where kids eat free!), Thursday is, of course, Valentine’s Day and Friday is Sugar & Champagne Happy Hour from 3-7 p.m. / 6909 Metro Park Drive, Alexandria. https://walkersgrille.com

Feb. 14. Sabzi Authentic Persian Kabobs . Valentine’s dinner for two at Sabzi includes one appetizer, two entrees, and one dessert from their special Valentine’s Day menu. Entrees include Lamb, Salmon, and Chicken, just to name a few. / 4008 University Drive, Fairfax; $69. https://www.sabzikabobs.com

Feb. 14-17. Ruth’s Chris Steak House. At all Ruth’s Chris locations, Arlington, Fairfax & Tysons, you can celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. Treat your valentine to their Filet & Lobster. / All locations; $46.95. https://www.ruthschris.com

Feb. 14-17. PassionFish. PassionFish will be offering a four-course Prix Fixe menu for dinner including amuse bouche, and your choice of an appetizer, entree, and dessert. /11960 Democracy Drive, Reston; $60-$85. https://www.passionfishreston.com

Feb. 14. Panache Restaurant. Tyson’s Italian restaurant, Panache has a three-course dinner special with a complimentary glass of Prosecco. /1753 Pinnacle Drive, McLean; $75. https://www.panacherestaurant.com

Feb. 14-17. Not Your Average Joe’s. Landsdowne’s contemporary American kitchen and bar, is celebrating with a special Valentine’s menu and wines at $20 per bottle,  or you can choose any of your favorite menu items. / 19307 Promenade Drive, Leesburg. https://www.notyouraveragejoes.com/leesburg

Feb. 14. Me Jana. The special “Saint Valentine’s Menu” includes a glass of champagne, and the Lebanese sampler or goat cheese salad appetizers. For the main course, Me Jana will be serving mixed grill kaba or Sea Bass, and for dessert, chocolate mousse or achta. / 2300 Wilson Blvd., Suite 140, Arlington; $49. https://www.me-jana.com

Feb. 14. Maplewood Grill.  Vienna’s Maplewood Grill will be serving a three-course meal with five options for first and second course and three options for the third. All deserts are served with a glass of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. / 132 Branch Rd., Vienna; $70. https://www.maplewoodgrill.com

Feb. 14-17. J. Gilbert’s. Special three-course Valentine’s Day menu available all weekend after 4 p.m. / 6930 Old Dominion Drive, McLean; $49-$90. https://www.jgilberts.com

Feb. 14-16. The Liberty Tavern. Arlington’s  Liberty Tavern will be offering Valentine’s Day dinner specials Thursday through Saturday. 3195 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. https://www.thelibertytavern.com

Feb. 14. Sea Pearl. Chef Liao will be offering a three-course Valentine’s Day menu. Sea Pearl’s regular sushi menu will also be served, but will only beavailable at bar & lounge. /8191 Strawberry L#2 Falls Church, VA 22042. https://www.seapearlrestaurant.com

Feb. 14. Vintage 50. Vintage 50 Restaurant and Brew Lounge will be seving love inspired features in addition to their daily restaurant menu. / 50 Catoctin Circle, NE #100, Leesburg. https://www.vintage50.com

Feb. 14. Laporta’s Restaurant. Laporta’s will be serving a three-course lunch and dinner alongside live jazz with vocalist Patrice Ferris and the Satin Doll Trio from 7-11 p.m. / 1600 Duke St., Alexandria; $29-$79. https://www.laportas.net

Feb. 14. Legal Sea Foods . All Legal Sea Food locations plan on making Valentine’s Day fresh with a special three-course dinner. With a wide selection in each course, Legal Sea food offers everything from “French kiss oysters”, to chocolate peanut caramel torte with toasted marshmallow ice cream. Both the holiday and regular menu will be available. / All locations; $75. www.legalseafoods.com