Love is in the air. But you don't have to be part of a couple to enjoy our choices for Valentine's Day weekend and Valentine's Day. Check out some great destinations for romance, food and fun.
Mastro's Steakhouse (1285 6th Avenue) Mastro's is modern luxury at its finest, and the ideal spot to share a romantic meal with that special person on Valentine's Day. It is conveniently located in the heart of midtown, steps away from Radio City, Rockefeller Center and Broadway. A meal highlight is their epic two-foot seafood tower which is served on ice with all the accouterments and topped with dramatic billowing smoke as it's served table side. The sky truly is the limit with endless arrangements of jumbo shrimp, crab, lobster tails and oysters. Pair any divine steak dish with a side of luscious lobster mashed potatoes and finish off the evening with Mastro's melt-in-your-mouth signature warm butter cake. For more information, call 212.459.1222 or visit https://www.mastrosrestaurants.com/.
Howl at the Moon (240 West 52nd Street) Bring in a torn, shredded or mutilated picture of your ex to Howl at the Moon's Love Sux party and gain free admission to a night that will surely take your mind off the fact that you're single. Specialty priced Miller Lite and Skyy Cocktails will be served up all night and guests are invited to catch a non-stop performance beginning at 8pm from some of the city's most talented musicians playing anything your broken heart desires till the lights come on. Doors Open at 5pm. Performances Begin at 8pm. Visit: www.howlatthemoon.com.
City Lobster & Steak (121 West 49th Street) Midtown favorite City Lobster & Steak has something for everyone this Valentine's Day weekend with a $57 3-course price fixe menu. Appetizer options include "Down East" Lobster Chowder, Nola "French Quarter" Blue Crab Beignets and Classic Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, followed by entrées choices like Chesapeake Bay Jumbo Lump Crabcakes, a New England Lobster and Mussel Steamed Pot and Crispy Skin Norwegian Salmon. And who could forget dessert with delicious dishes like Manhattan Crème Brulee Cheesecake, a Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie and Florida Key Lime Pie. Reservations can be made via www.citylobster.com or by calling 212.354.1717.
Villa Cemita (50 Avenue A) The stylish downtown Mexican restaurant is offering their Poblano Valentine's Weekend specials. Come experience the authentic flavors of Puebla, Mexico this Valentine's Weekend. Owner/Chef Alejandra Aco has prepared a dinner prix fixe of specialties and popular Mexican national dishes available February 12th, 13th, and 14th . Dinner is priced at $90 per couple for three courses each or $120 per couple with the optional bottle of wine or champagne. Prix fixe also available for solo diners for $45 per person. Weekend brunch on the 13th and 14th will feature special Valentine's Day-inspired cocktails. Call 646.964.4528 or visit: http://villacemita.com/.
Rocco Steakhouse (72 Madison Avenue between 27th and 28th Streets) Come celebrate with your significant other at Rocco Steakhouse this Valentine's Day, and enjoy the finest steak and seafood and outstanding beverage program while sitting next to a luxurious fireplace. From entrepreneur and co-founder of the LiRo Group, Rocco Trotta, GM/Co-owner Pete Pjetrovic and Beverage Director/Co-owner Jeff Kolenovic this luxe temple of prime beef is the first outpost of what is destined to become the next great Manhattan steakhouse dynasty. All ladies will receive a rose on arrival on Sunday, February 14th from 5pm to 10:30pm. Reservations are suggested and walk-ins will be accepted. Call 212.696.9660 or visit: http://www.roccosteakhouse.com/.
SURYA (154 Bleecker Street between Thompson and Laguardia) Renowned Indian Chef and Owner Lala Sharma presents a prix fixe menu for $45 featuring Surya's most popular dishes, created especially for Valentine's Day and including a complimentary drink, two appetizers, two mains and dessert to share. Many options are vegetarian friendly as guests can choose from one veg and one non-veg option from each category. For reservations, call 212.875.1405 or visit www.suryanyc.com.
KTCHN in Hell's Kitchen will be offering a delectable prix-fixe menu for Valentine's Day starting at 5pm for just $45. The three-course meal will offer selections including Buffalo Mozzarella served over steak tomatoes and pesto sauce, Octopus Carpaccio marinated in extra virgin olive oil with lemon and fresh herbs, Chilean Seabass with spinach and lemon capper sauce, and Rack of Lamb with saffron risotto. For dessert opt for the Sweetheart Elixir, a playful concoction of lemon sorbet, raspberry sauce and champagne that is sure to make you fall in love! Finally, make sure to request "your song" from the pianist, so you can surprise your date with the tune that reminds you of them! For more information about KTCHN Restaurant visit: www.ktchnnyc.com.
KTCHN will also offer Haus of Mimosa Valentine's Day Brunch. Anita M. Buffem and Gina Marie Rittale, the comedic songstresses of The Haus of Mimosa, will tickle your funny bone. The two gals from Queens sing live, are unapologetic and will have you dancing in your seats to hit songs from Madonna¹s Girls Gone Wild to TLC¹s Waterfalls and some Broadway Favorites. During the show KTCHN will provide a menu of delectable brunch favorites, including French Toast with mixed berries and apple sauce, Shrimp Omelet with peppers and home fries, and the classic Steak and Eggs ‹just to name a few. There will be two shows, one for singles at 12:30 pm and one at 3 pm for the couples. Order their Sweetheart Elixir, a playful concoction of lemon sorbet, raspberry sauce and champagne. KTCHN offers a bottomless prix-fixe drink option for brunch complete with all the pretty pink mimosas and all the sangria you can drink. For more information, visit the websites: www.ktchnnyc.com and www.TheHausOfMimosa.com.
Bustan (347 Amsterdam Avenue near W. 84th Street) Enjoy a menu of chef's specialties created just for Valentine's Day by Executive Chef/Partner Jose Paulo Cortes (standard dinner menu also available). Bustan is well-known for its pan-Mediterranean cuisine, created in a one-of-a-kind-in-Manhattan 360-degree rotating wood-fired taboon oven. Dining in the cozy, enclosed back garden is also available, weather permitting. For reservations, call 212.595.5050 or visit www.bustannyc.com.
Burke & Wills Australian Bistro will be offering a prix fixe menu from Executive Chef Rodrigo Nogueira. Guests may also retreat upstairs to The Manhattan Cricket Club, the luxurious hidden cocktail lounge from the same owners. For dinner, begin with an amuse bouche, followed by an appetizer of Burrata with Burgundy Snails. For a main dish, try the Poached Lobster with Prawn and Sea Urchin Butter, then finish sweet with Chocolate Cake, Crème Anglaise and Berries. After dinner, head upstairs to The Manhattan Cricket Club and try a special Calvisius Caviar prix fixe, complete with two 10g tins of Calvisius Caviar (one Californian White Sturgeon and one Classic Oscietra), a champagne pairing and blinis. Valentine's Day dinner service begins at 5:30pm on Sunday, February 14th, $75 pp for 4 courses, with a champagne cocktail upon arrival. For reservations, call 646.823.9251 or email eat@burkeandwillsny.com. For more information on Burke & Wills, visit http://www.burkeandwillsny.com/.
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