Discover the romantic side of Philly with the ultimate guide to Valentine’s Day 2024 in Philadelphia, featuring romantic dinners, unique events, and cozy getaways.
As Valentine’s Day 2024 approaches, Philadelphia is ready to embrace the spirit of love and romance with a plethora of enchanting events, exquisite dining experiences, and cozy staycation packages. Philly is offering endless ways to celebrate this special day. Whether planning a romantic evening, a night out with friends, or a solo adventure, Philadelphia’s Valentine’s scene promises something for everyone. Here is the dosage MAGAZINE Valentine’s Day 2024 guide for what to do, where to go, and what to eat and drink.
Sweet Love: A Night of Slow Jams with DJs + Live Performances, presented by Flygirrl, seems part of an ideal end to Valentine’s Day 2024 with a unique blend of DJs and live performances featuring nothing but RnB and Slow Jams. Continue the romance vibe into the night with slow jams sets by Res, followed by the headlining DJ, DJ Aktive, and live performances of your favorite slow songs by Carla Gamble and Suzanne Sheer. Hosted by Queen Jo, Sweet Love at Silk City Diner begins at 7:30 pm and lasts until midnight. The dress code is casual. Make this part of your Valentine’s Day celebration and get your tickets here.
The Museum of Illusions Philadelphia is hosting a 21+ event, “For The Love of Art” on February 9th, 2024. This evening promises a blend of love and illusion, accompanied by wine and charcuterie delights, in partnership with Let’s Rallie and Bucket Listers.Â
Butcher Bar is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a “Bleeding Hearts” three-course dinner, available for $65 per person. This cozy, candlelit ambiance is perfect for couples seeking a romantic dining experience. The menu includes Oysters Rockefeller, Chilean Sea Bass, Petite Filet, and more, with aphrodisiac-inspired desserts to cap the evening. Cocktail pairings for each course and themed cocktail specials extend the festive spirit from February 9th through February 18th.
The Ghost Light Inn offers the Romantic Indulgence Package for those looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in 2024 with a quick retreat. This package features a bottle of premium French Champagne, a dozen red roses, a gourmet charcuterie board, and more. Stella of New Hope complements the stay with a Chef’s Tasting Menu, promising a culinary delight for guests.
A Very TSOP Valentine’s At 48RB event at 48 Record Bar brings the Sound of Philly alive with romantic, uplifting tunes. This unique celebration Valentine’s Day on February 14th, 2024, features no cover and offers signature cocktails and small plates amid immaculate vibes.
Almyra introduces Valentine’s Day specials like Half Dozen Oysters and Surf and Turf, blending modern Greek cuisine with romantic dining. The restaurant’s vibrant atmosphere is perfect for romantic dinners and group gatherings.
Enjoy panoramic views and Valentine’s Day specials at Assembly Rooftop Lounge. The specials, including Burning Love Baked Alaska and signature cocktails like Love Potion and La Vie en Rosé, offer a memorable experience above the city.
On February 14th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, “Love, The Barnes” invites you to immerse yourself in a world where art, architecture, and gourmet cuisine converge to celebrate love and friendship. This Valentine’s Day 2024 event is a tribute to the bonds of friendship and companionship. The menu for the night includes an Amuse of Winter Fluke Crudo and a First Course of Warmed Hummus Mezze, adorned with roasted fennel and sumac, and mint and garlic pesto. The choice of entrée further elevates the dining experience with options like Pan Seared Branzino, Harissa Braised Beef Short Rib, or a Charred Vidalia Onion. The culinary journey culminates with a selection of Sweet Treats, including Gilded Chocolate Lava Cake Bites, Blueberry Cheesecake Torte, Spiced Carrot Cake, French Macarons, and take-home Champagne truffles. Tickets are available now.
The Dutch is offering a special brunch menu and a signature cocktail. The menu item is Strawberry Shortcake Bread Pudding French Toast, a twist on Pennsylvania Dutch classics, stuffed with cream cheese and covered in cookie crumbles and macerated strawberries. The cocktail is a La Vie en Rosé Spritz, a variation on the classic rosé spritz. These items are available only on Wednesday, February 14th.
Stratus Rooftop Lounge is hosting a romantic murder mystery dinner called “Murder at the Moulin” on Friday, February 9th, for $79 per person. The event includes a three-course dinner, themed craft cocktails, and assorted desserts. The dinner starts in a ballroom of the Kimpton Hotel Monaco with a champagne toast and moves to Stratus Rooftop Lounge for dessert and the reveal of the murderer. The menu features Smoke & Pearls, “Heart-Attack” Chopped Salad, “Black & Blue” Steak Board, and “Deadly” Sole. Tickets are available for purchase on their website.
Forsythia in Old City presents a Valentine’s Day dinner with a five-course prix-fixe menu. The meal includes Lobster & Chestnut Soup, Scallop Crudo, Roasted Halibut, 10-day Aged Rohan Duck, and Valrhona Chocolate Torte. The event is on Wednesday, February 14th, and you can make reservations through Resy.
Ocean Prime offers indulgent plates, thoughtfully curated cocktails, and wines, making it an ideal venue for a memorable and romantic evening. In addition to their extensive menu, they will offer Valentine’s Day specials, including Broiled Chilean Seabass and a 16oz Bone-In Wagyu 28-day dry-aged New York Strip. They also have a specialty cocktail called “Love Struck” comprising Espolon Blanco tequila, Velvet Falernum Carribean Liqueur, Lime Juice, Mango simple syrup, and dragonfruit puree. Reservations are encouraged and can be made via OpenTable.
Panorama at Penn’s View Hotel offers a three-course Valentine’s Menu with over 120 wines on tap for $85 per person from February 13th to February 15th. The menu includes a wide range of antipasti, pasta, entrees, dessert options, and a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made on OpenTable. Additionally, for those looking for a staycation, Penn’s View Hotel offers a package that includes overnight accommodations plus Panorama’s Valentine’s Day dinner for two, available from February 13th to February 15th, with rates starting at $299.
At Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, Patchwork presents Valentine’s Day specials in addition to its à la carte menu. The specials include Bone-in NY Strip Steak, Frutti di Mare, and Half Dozen Oysters. Patchwork is also offering a Martini Flight with three cocktails: Vodka, Nashi Pear, yuzu, goma arabica; Gin, cocchi americano, sumac brine, cocktail onions; and Tequila, poblano, pomegranate. Guests can add oysters to their flight of martinis for an additional $9.
Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, located in Galloway, NJ, offers a four-course Valentine’s Day dinner on February 14th for $75 per person. The dinner menu features She Crab Bisque, Pan Seared Filet Mignon, Butter Scotch Baby Carrots, Vegetable Wellington, Flourless Chocolate Cake, or Red Berry & Mascarpone Cake. Guests can make reservations via OpenTable. The hotel also offers a Dolce Romantic Getaway package that includes Champagne and chocolates.Â
The Twisted Tail’s four-course prix fixe menu is priced at $59 per person on February 14th from 4 pm to 10 pm. The menu includes delicious dishes like duck confit, encrusted double-cut pork chops, and scallops from the charcoal grill. Guests can choose from three dessert options: pineapple upside-down cake, caramel budino, or chocolate crepe cake. The restaurant also offers specialty cocktails such as Head Over Heels and Roses are Red for the occasion. Make reservations here.
Townsend EPX is offering a six-course prix fixe dinner for Valentine’s Day. The dinner costs $125 per person and includes dishes such as Tuna Crudo, Savoy Cabbage and Nori-Wrapped Halibut Loin, Foie Gras Cappalletti, Sweetbreads, Braised Chuck Short Rib, and Caramelized White Chocolate Soufflé. The restaurant’s cozy atmosphere and delicious menu make it a great option for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style.
Urban Farmer in the Logan Hotel offers a Valentine’s Day five-course plated menu exclusively on Wednesday, February 14th. The menu includes locally sourced ingredients, an in-house butcher shop, and a mushroom program. Guests can enjoy highlights like Crab Stuffed Salmon, Black Truffle Carbonara, and Tomahawk for Two. The menu also includes a choice of desserts and add-ons like an optional wine pairing and feature cocktails. From Thursday, February 15th through Saturday, February 17th, Urban Farmer will also offer specials in addition to its à la carte menu.
El Merkury offers unique Valentine’s Day twists on their signature dessert, the churro. Customers can send a Churro Gram for $28, which includes heart-shaped churros, dipping sauce, and a customizable note, or surprise their loved ones with a Churro Bouquet for $55, a stunning arrangement of glittery flower-shaped churros. Couples can also enjoy a limited-edition Churro Heart Sundae for $8, available in-store from February 9th through February 14th at both El Merkury locations.
Dock Street Brewing Company offers a variety of beers perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations and beyond. They have a seasonal version of their award-winning Man Full of Trouble Porter called Dock Street Man Full of Mocha, brewed with cocoa nibs, coffee, and vanilla beans. Another option is Dock Street Prince Myshkin’s Russian Imperial Stout, which has dark fruit, chocolate, and sandalwood flavors. Finally, they have Dock Street Wedding Beer, a wheat ale brewed with champagne yeast and ingredients symbolizing unity, purity, love, prosperity, and joy. All three beers are available in four-packs for pickup at Dock Street South and Dock Street Fishtown.
Red Owl Tavern offers a three-course Valentine’s Day dinner from February 14th to February 17th. The prix fixe menu is priced at $52 per person and includes baked oysters, spicy lamb ragu, pan-roasted scallops, and chocolate semifreddo. They are also presenting an Anti-Valentine’s Day dinner from February 9th to February 13th, which includes a prix fixe menu for $55 per person or à la carte options. The menu features dishes such as “Shot through the Heart” Duck Pastrami, “I Got the Blues” Espresso Rubbed Kurobuta Pork Chop, and “Love Stinks”, a chef’s selection of stinky cheese, house jams, honeycomb, and seasonal fruit.
My Local Brew Works offers a unique gifting opportunity this Valentine’s Day with their Custom Craft Brewing package. The package allows gift-givers and recipients to join award-winning local home brewers, Tim Montague and Wayne Humphrey, and brewing mentor and grain master George Hummel, to brew their own custom beer in the brewery. Participants have complete creative control of their custom craft beer, from choosing the grain to designing the label, and can be as hands-on or off as desired. The pricing starts at $120 per person and includes a full brew day, beer tastings, food, and a parting gift.
At The Table is hosting a Valentine’s Day Five-Course Tasting Menu. The dinner will feature seasonal ingredients and inventive preparations from husband-wife chef duo Alex Hardy and Tara Buzan-Hardy for $125 per person, with optional wine pairings offered for an additional $65 per person. The restaurant is encouraging reservations via Open Table.
Square 1682 presents a three-course Valentine’s Day menu with a variety of dishes to choose from. The menu includes an amuse bouche and fourteen items across three courses, with highlights such as Chicken Liver Mousse, Lobster Risotto, and Philly’s Finest. Additionally, the restaurant will offer two cocktails, Bonnie (Ketel One Botanicals Grapefruit and Rose, rosé, lemon, grapefruit juice, and rosemary syrup) and Clyde (Diplomatico Mantuano Rum, cinnamon syrup, apple cider, lemon, and egg white), courtesy of Lead Bartender Alex Clark. The Valentine’s Day menu is exclusively available during dinner on February 10th, 13th, and 14th.
City Winery Philadelphia is hosting various Valentine’s Day events and shows for both couples and singles, including a dating game show, a dessert beverage bartending class, an anti-Valentine party, and more. The events will occur from February 8th to February 17th, 2024, with highlights including Twilight Trivia, Fooling Around – Special Edition: Ladies Choice, Bartending 101 – Sweet Endings, and Back to Black: The Amy Winehouse Celebration. City Winery has also prepared a Valentine’s Day menu featuring expertly paired wine selections.
The Spirit of Philadelphia is the perfect experience to spend Valentine’s Day with that special someone. City Cruises present brunch and dinner cruises lined up for the winter months that make for a fantastic day or night out on the Delaware River. Guests can choose from different Valentine’s Signature Dinner Cruises package options, including silver, gold, and platinum packages.Â
Poi Dog is partnering with Giuseppe’s Market at Samuels Seafood to offer an at-home Valentine’s Day special. The Cupid’s Arrow Oyster Bundle, priced at $40, includes a 5-ounce bottle of Poi Dog Chili Peppah Water, one dozen Cupid’s Arrow Oysters, and a premium oyster knife. The bundle is available for pickup at Giuseppe’s Market at Samuels Seafood from February 1st through 17th.
And there you have it. Philadelphia’s Valentine’s Day 2024 scene is rich with opportunities to celebrate love in all its forms. Whether indulging in a romantic dinner, enjoying a themed event, or relaxing on a luxurious getaway, the city has something for everyone.
Joyeuse saint Valentin!
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