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Willa's has specially-curated dishes including snapper crudo with espelette, watermelon radish, grapefruit supreme, pickled fennel & EVOO.
Acropolis Greek Taverna Celebrate Valentine's Day early the Greek way. A special menu is available that night and enjoy live music and performances. Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. $25. 515 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-518-5503. @dinegreekinstpete on Facebook
Anchor & Brine Love is in the air at the waterfront restaurant (stop by for a good brunch too). Enjoy a three-course dinner while telling bae all the reasons you love them. $70 person. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 505 Water St., Tampa, 813-204-6391. anchorandbrine.com
Bake'n Babes No one does elaborate shakes like Bake'n Babes. This month's festive Freak Shakes are topped with everything from cotton candy, a vanilla cupcake, and soft serve ice cream. $20. Various locations. bakenbabes.com
Bulla Gastrobar Make sure there's enough room in your belly for a four-course pre-fixe dinner available Feb.11-14. An exclusive Valentine's Day "Strawberry Crush '' cocktail is on the menu; for each sold, $1 will be donated to the American Heart Association. Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. $120 per couple. 930 S Howard Ave., Tampa, 813-773-8626. bullagastrobar.com
Bootlegger's Brewing Company A beginner's cookie decorating class is true love indeed. Class students receive 10% off the brewery's draft beers. Feb. 12 noon-1:30 p.m. $40. 10256 Causeway Blvd., Tampa, 813-643-9433. tjscookiekitchen.com
The Capital Grille A glass of champagne or a red from the International Plaza staple's impressive wine list accompanies a dry aged NY strip or lobster mac. Feb. 11-14. Various locations. thecapitalgrille.com
Casa Santo Stefano Three decadent courses to feed your sweetheart include vongole al forno, risotto di gamberetti aragosta. It'll feel just like nonna's house. Available Feb. 11-14. $9-38. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 1607 N 22nd St., Tampa, 813-248-1925. casasantostefano.com
Ciro's Treat your special someone to a Valentine's Day meal featuring a prix fixe four-course dinner at the tucked away Old Hollywood speakeasy. Feb. 14 5 p.m.-1 a.m. $110/person. 2109 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa, 813-251-0022. cirostampa.com
Columbia Restaurant Make your reservations early for Feb. 11-14 for dishes like ostiones criollo, lubina "Pontevedra", and bizcocho de chocolate con frescas. You'll see why the restaurant has been around for a century. Various locations. columbiarestaurant.com
Corner Club Shop at a Valentine's Market while sipping on the spot's food, beer, wine, and mocktails. Feb. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 1502 E Sligh Ave., Tampa, 813-232-1482. @cornerclubtampa on Facebook
The Don CeSar The iconic hotel spreads the love with various romantic experiences including a candlelight orchestra, sunset dinner cabana experience, and special coursed dinners at Maritana and Society Table. Feb. 13-14. $45-700. 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 844-338-1501. doncesar.com
Élevage Feeling fancy? Get dressed up for a featured tasting menu and wine pairing. Regular dining menu available also. Reservations recommended. Feb. 11-14 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $100/person, optional $45 for wine pairing. 1207 S Howard Ave., Tampa, 813-999-8726. epicureanhotel.com
Fleming's Steakhouse & Prime Wine Bar Guests are welcomed to a memorable, intimate three-course dining experience available Feb.11-14. Online preorders for curbside pickup are live and delivery preorders start Feb. 11. Reservations recommended. $90-245. 4 p.m.-9 p.m. 4322 W Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa, 813-874-9463. flemingssteakhouse.com
Hardee's Add some razzle dazzle to your Valentine's Day breakfast in bed with the BOGO deal for the all-new bacon beast biscuit with heart-shaped biscuits. Various locations. hardees.com
Haven A V-Day tasting menu that'll make your head spin with an assortment of dishes. Credit card is required per each tasting reservation. Feb 12 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Feb. 14 5 p.m.-9 p.m. $95/person with optional $50 wine pairings. 2208 W Morrison Ave., Tampa, 813-258-2233. haventampa.com
Hew Parlor & Chophouse A romantic five-course prix fixe menu with a luxurious assortment of dishes. Reservations recommended. Feb. 11-12, Feb. 14 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m.. $222/couple. 453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin, 727-683-5990. fenwayhotel.com
Hotel Haya Couples can take in views of Ybor City during a romantic date on Feb. 12-13 with a special brunch menu, which includes dishes like "Fresas con Crema," "Beeting Hearts Baby," "Heart Shaped Lox," and a chocolate budino. Make the date a staycation by reserving the hotel's romantic getaway package Feb. 13-28. 1412 E 7th Ave., Tampa, 813-568-1200. hotelhaya.com
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams The super flavorful ice cream brand with Tampa locations near Armature Works and at Sparkman's Wharf released four Valentine's Day collections that are perfect for a night in, including "Gimme Chocolate," "A Date with the Couch." jenis.com
K Club Bar & Bistro A four-course prix fixe dinner with optional wine pairings as you look out at beautiful views of Feather Sound. Reservations recommended. Feb. 11-14 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $69/person. 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, 727-273-7850. thekarolhotel.com
Kelp Sushi Joint Spend V-Day with your SO at a sushi cooking class and sake tasting. Feb. 5-11 3 p.m.-9:30 p.m. $150 per couple ($75 non-refundable deposit). 6507 W Waters Ave., Tampa, 813-889-8898. @kelpsushi on Facebook
Krispy Kreme For a limited time, four heart-shaped doughnuts are filled with decadent flavor combinations and feature the donut brand's new Valentine's Day mascots: an adorable bear and his best bee buddy. $14.99 for a dozen. Various locations. krispykreme.com
Let It Be Ice Cream An all-inclusive ice cream social with live music from Marianne and The Professor. Feb. 14 4:30 p.m-9 p.m. 3127 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, 727-303-0975. @letitbeicecream on Facebook
M.Bird Grab your girlfriends for a special Galentine's Day with the best downtown skyline view in the city. Guests receive a complimentary glass of champagne at 4 p.m.; a Valentine's-themed cocktail and food menu are available Feb. 13 and Valentine's Day. Feb. 13, 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Food and drink specials range $13-28. 1903 Market St., Tampa, 813-296-2702. mbirdtampa.com
Main Course Restaurant & Lounge Make it a date night at the "Steak & Dates" dinner. Each ticket comes with a candlelit table, a dozen red roses, a bottle of Belaire, and chocolate covered strawberries. Good vibes only at this Selling Tampa-featured restaurant. Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. $375-$1,000. 4205 S Macdill Ave. Ste. H, Tampa, 813-898-2106. maincourserestaurants.net
Mandola's Italian Kitchen Specials includes tantalizing dishes like seafood cannelloni, heart cakes with chocolate ganache, an Ava cake for two, and Mandola's famous "Love Potion" gelato. Feb. 14 11 a.m.-10p.m. $5.50-16. Various locations. mandolas.com
Marlow's Tavern An easy win with a special prix fixe menu that'll make your stomach happy. 13134 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, 813-513-8899. Feb. 14 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. marlowstavern.com
Meat Market Select dishes from a special menu for the night plus the regular menu. Delicious macarons for the ladies. Feb. 14 noon-3 p.m. then 5 p.m.-11 p.m. 1606 W Snow Ave., Tampa, 813-280-1113. meatmarket.net
Noble Crust Valentine's-themed cocktails with names like "For the Love of Lavender," "Oh Me So Thorny," "I Love You Cherry Month," and "We Belong Together" are available all month at every location. Various locations. noble-crust.com
OpenTable Make this Valentine's Day stand out from the others with a variety of foodie-driven dining experiences. Various locations. opentable.com
River's Edge Couples can feel the love when Chef Garfield Foster handcrafts a lovely holiday menu offering a four-course meal featuring crisp pork belly, seared yellowfin tuna, and more. Feb. 14 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $75/person. 200 N Ashley Dr., Tampa, 813-226-4400. riversedgetampa.com
Rome + Fig Global Bistro Grab your someone special for a romantic dinner for two curated by Chef Ryan. Feb. 14 4 p.m.-10 p.m. 317 N Rome Ave., Tampa, 813-253-3353. romeandfigbistro.com
RumFish Grill Food Network star Chef Marc Cummings created an exclusive Valentine's Day menu. A meet-and-greet with Cummings and Chef Jon Hilton starts at 4 p.m. Reservations highly suggested. Feb. 14 5 p.m.-9 p.m. $56/person. 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-1428. rumfishgrill.com
Ruth's Chris Steak House Share an unforgettable Tenderloin for Two meal with loved ones Feb. 11-20 whether dining in or pre-ordering takeout/delivery. Pair the meal with the seasonal hand-crafted Raspberry Rosemary Cosmo cocktail. Various locations. ruthschris.com
Sal Y Mar Tulum vibes on the rooftop during a Valentine's Day dinner featuring five courses and the sweet sounds of resident violinist Sebastian. Each table for 2 includes a choice of wine bottle plus an introductory specialty cocktail. Feb. 14 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. $300/couple. 3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa, 813-692-3330. salymarrooftop.com
Seasons 52 Invite your sweetheart out for all the best Valentine's Day has to offer plus a bottle of Riondo Prosecco Rosé for $25. Pre-order one of their Valentine's Day to-go bundles for $110 featuring Vanderpump Wines; pickup Feb. 13 or Feb. 14. Various locations. seasons52.com
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Take a break from the slots with an array of holiday options at their Rise Kitchen & Deli, Hard Rock Cafe, Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, and Cipresso concepts. Feb. 14 11:30-midnight. 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa, 866-388-4263. seminolehardrocktampa.com
Six Choose from an assortment of dishes like beet cured salmon roulade, lobster cacio e pepe, and passionfruit pavlova as part of a three-course dinner for the night and enjoy an almost 360-degree view of the bay. Feb 14 11 a.m.-11 p.m. $65/person. 510 Water St., Tampa, 813-314-6666. sixtampa.com
Steelbach Share the restaurant's simple and fresh foods with your SO during a decadent four-course dinner for the most romantic day of the year. Dishes include aleppo-crusted tuna carpaccio, osso buco, and dolce de leche panna cotta. Feb. 14 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $125/person. 1902 N Ola Ave., Tampa, 813-693-5478. steelbach.com
Sugar Factory Be kids again with the "Crazy For You" milkshake, available all February at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. If you're looking for a gift, a sweetheart treat gift basket is filled with a variety of gummies, chocolate bars, the iconic rubber duckie, and Valentine's Day-themed candy; available for purchase in-store until Valentine's Day. $21-39. 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa, 813-521-4262. sugarfactory.com
Timpano Hyde Park Get in before the Valentine's Day rush with a few featured dishes: oysters, caprese, pasta granchio, and chateaubriand for two. Feb. 11-14 various hours. 1610 W Swann Ave., Tampa, 813-254-5870. timpanohydepark.com
Willa's One of Tampa Bay's top restaurants of 2021 is dedicating three days (Friday-Monday, Feb. 11-14) where its regular menu will be enhanced by the addition of specially-curated dishes including snapper crudo with espelette, watermelon radish, grapefruit supreme, pickled fennel & EVOO and a savory cheese plate with camembert, pickled strawberries, focaccia toast & Florida honey. Next door at Willa's Provisions, will feature live music from songwriter Sun Dé plus Valentine's cocktails, including strawberry Aperol spritz with prosecco, soda and orange on tap, Paper Plane with aperol, amaro nonino, lemon & 4 Roses small batch bourbon. 1700 W Fig St., Tampa. willastampa.com
