It’s Valentine’s Day in New York City. And we’re thrilled to announce that reservations in NYC restaurants are quickly filling up. While last year was all about to-go Valentine’s meals, this time around we’re focusing on New York City eateries that are setting the table for true romance in their dining rooms.
Follow Cupid’s arrow to a decadent meal at one of these restaurants, each one featuring a special prix fixe menu with unique specials, unbeatable prices, and some of the most love-inspiring views you’ll ever encounter during a sit-down meal.
Photograph: Great Jones Distillery | Website
The first legal whiskey distillery on the island of Manhattan since prohibition, Great Jones Distillery Company presents a three-course Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu concepted by The Grid’s Chef Adam Raksin. Hosted in the Great Jones Distilling Co.’s distilling room, the event features dishes thoughtfully crafted with a combination of regionally sourced ingredients that expand the flavor profiles of new American classics into fresh directions.
Photograph: The Fulton | Website
The Fulton by Jean-Georges might be renowned for its seafood, and the restaurant at Pier 17 in the Seaport District sends hearts aflutter all Valentine’s weekend long with their à la carte menu and a special tasting menu for dinner. The tasting menu consists of three courses, plus dessert, with seasonal fare that really amps up the romance. Guests will also enjoy limited-edition Jean-Georges Valentine’s Day chocolates are made with organic single-origin chocolate.
Photograph: Peak | Website
Make your Valentine's Day dinner unforgettable this year at Peak, the restaurant and bar on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards. The modern American eatery sits just one floor above Edge, promising incredible 360-degree views of NYC and one of the most romantic meals you’ll ever experience. The special Valentine’s menu rolls through three courses, plus dessert, touching on an eclectic array of refined favorites and delicious surprises.
Photograph: Aquavit | Website
Valentine's Day at Aquavit is as special as ever. The midtown restaurant encourages customers to enjoy the charming flavors of Nordic cuisine with its six-course, dining room tasting menu or a three-course prix fixe menu at the bar. Both Valentine’s Day packages offer delightful decadence to any love birds enjoying a night out in the city. What’s more, Aquavit also serves a special Champagne, Oyster & Caviar package, available at the bar.
Photograph: Leuca | Website
A sleek, yet cozy neighborhood restaurant in Williamsburg, Leuca brings the rich cuisine of southern Italy to the lovebirds of NYC. The eatery’s house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and rustic pizzas offer the perfect fare for date night—and the special Valentine’s Day menu adds to the ambiance, with three courses plus dessert.