Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and if you don't have a reservation yet, or even an inkling of what your gift for your significant other might be, you might be hurting. The Florida Aquarium's "Show the Depths of Your Love" dinner is already sold-out, so better luck next year. Thankfully, we've rounded up the dinners and treats that are still available around Tampa Bay for the big day and even the days leading up to it. These events range in price, so your wallet won't take too big of a hit if you play your cards right.
All events are on February 14 unless otherwise stated.
7th+ Grove An entire week of events to celebrate all the love kicks off with a pop-up food and wine pairing event with Washington D.C.’s KitchenCray. $15-175 for tickets depending on the event. 1930 E. 7th Ave., Tampa. 813-602-0960. eventbrite.com
American Social Tampa What's Valentine's Day without a little booze? American Social is pouring up cocktail specials including the "Flower Patch" with Sipsmith Gin, agave nectar, rose syrup, fresh lemon juice, sparkling wine and raspberry, topped off with mini flowers. Regularly available for $12 and $13, you can snag them on the day of love for $8 with a food purchase. If you plan on going a bigger, bottles of Moet, Chandon Brut, and premium wines are at the ready for $50. 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd. #107, Tampa. americansocialbar.com
AR Workshop You and your girls can have a Galentine’s Day Wine Down Wednesday and enjoy a personalized wine pairing guest hosted by Cru Cellars. Feb. 10. 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. 2414 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa. 813-515-0833. arworkshop.com
Boca A Valentine’s Day to-go menu for when you just want to cuddle up on the couch. Order online before Wednesday, Feb. 12 and pick up at 5 p.m. on Valentine’s Day. $64.99. Various locations. bocatampa.com
Bizou Brasserie Fill your heart and stomach with Bizou's Valentine’s Day four-course meal and special cocktails. Book reservations over the phone or online. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $7-56. 601 N. Florida Ave.,Tampa. 813-227-9555. bizoutampa.com
Caretta on the Gulf at Sandpearl Resort The Four Diamond restaurant is perched above the beach with both indoor and outdoor seating. The menu features seasonally inspired cuisine that changes four times a year, prepared with infusions of South American, Caribbean and other international inspirations. 1738, 500 Mandalay Ave. Suite 100, Clearwater Beach. sandpearl.com/dining/caretta-on-the-gulf
The C House Kick it happy hour-style. Guests are encouraged to wear the colors lavender, pink, or red. 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 6005 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. 813-488-4813. thechouse.com
The Cake Girl Mini cupcakes and chocolate-covered strawberries to show everyone how much you love them. $18/dozen.13713 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. 813-360-0909. thecakegirl.com
Callaloo Enjoy an amazing buffet then dance the night away with live music from Florida Jazz Express. 6 p.m.-midnight. $20-$135. 642 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 727-256-1806. callaloostpete.com
Carrabba’s Italian Grill Head down the tunnel of love with a four-course surf & turf dinner for two starting Monday, February 10 through Sunday, February 16 for $60. Various locations. carrabbas.com
Ciro’s An intimate evening with a special four-course pre-fixe dinner. Seating is limited; call to reserve a spot. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. $85/person. 2109 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa. 813-251-0022. cirostampa.com
Community Roots Collective Get together to celebrate the love between you and your best girl friends with a shareable dish. Sat., Feb. 9. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 2746 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. 813-515-0825. barefootbirth.com
Duffy's Sports Grill For Valentine’s Day, Duffy’s is providing some signature dishes – including a free order of Red Velvet Donuts for every table. All the entrées are under $25 and come with two sides, four jumbo Grilled Shrimp, or a Crab Cake. 1580 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa. duffysmvp.com
Einstein Bros. Bagels Guests can pre-order heart-shaped bagels by the half-dozen or baker’s dozen beginning Feb. 3 or plain, chocolate, or cinnamon raisin heart-shaped bagels Feb. 10-14 at participating locations. $1.49 for single bagel-$15.79 for a baker’s dozen. Various locations. einsteinbros.com
Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar The restaurant is serving a three-course, prix-fixe menu designed by Chef Jason Bamford. Pop up to the rooftop bar for drinks and views with your SO after dinner. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. $80 per person, with the option to add a 3 oz wine pairing to each course for $20. For reservations, call (813) 999-8726 or epicureanhotel.com/events/valentines-day-dinner
Federal Bar Lakeland Turn up for the end of Valentine’s Day weekend at brunch accompanied with bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. Feb.16. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 124 S. Tennessee Ave., Lakeland. 863-816-3968. federalbarlakeland.com
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Get fancy for an all-inclusive Valentine’s Day experience featuring a three-course dinner for two, premium champagne and a special gift from David Yurman. Priced at $500 or $1,000, the “Wine, Dine & Sparkle” packages are available from February 12-15, with a curated assortment of jewelry gift options for her or him. 4322 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa. flemingssteakhouse.com/winedinesparkle
The Getaway Reserve a table for a date night in tropical paradise. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. 13090 Gandy Blvd. N., St. Petersburg. 727-317-5751. thegetawaytampabay.com
Grimaldi’s Cozy up to your Valentine and experience the aromas of countless pizzas and calzones. The ultimate date night combo is the Sausage & Wine-Braised Onion Pizza that pairs well with Villa Pozzi’s Nero d’Avola wine,—and no Valentine’s Day is complete without a slice of Red Velvet Cheesecake. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 218 West Shore Plz., Tampa, 813-287-2500. grimaldispizzeria.com
Hawthorne Bottle Shoppe Chef Jeffrey Jew continues his popup series with a Valentine’s Eve Gourmet + Wine event. Get ahead of the crowds to treat yourself (and others). Limited space, so reserve a spot ASAP. Feb. 13. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $40. 2927 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-800-2810. hbsforlife.com
HEW Parlor & Chophouse Valentine’s Day Dinner HEW will be serving a three-course, prix-fixe menu crafted by Executive Chef, Eric McHugh. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, February 14 - Saturday, February 15. Reservation can be made by calling 727-683-5990 or via OpenTable: HEW Parlor & Chophouse
Jerk Hut Treat your boo to a candlelit dinner and live music. Ladies get one free drink for the night. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. $10-125. 1241 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-977-5777. jerkhut.com
Livy O’s Catering & Events A live concert, dinner, and a bottle of champagne to kick off Valentine’s festivities. 2/9 7pm-10pm. $65-225. 905 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon. 813-344-5226. livyos.com
M.Bird Gather up the girls and sip on a special cocktail menu with a few savory snacks. Food and drink specials will be offered Thursday through Sunday. Feb.13. 3 p.m.-midnight. 1903 Market St., Tampa. 813-296-2702. mbirdtampa.com
Meat Market The chef’s daily special menu is offered in addition to a core lineup of choices. Guests are gifted specialty treats by local chocolatier William Dean. Roses are handed out throughout the evening and enjoy live music from local musician Cal Morris. Reservations are limited.1606 W. Snow Ave., Tampa. 813-280-1113. meatmarket.net
Metro Diner Skip the reservations and have an easy evening out with their special pre-fixe menu for two starting Feb. 10 until Feb. 16. Guests can enjoy a salad, choice of steak or salmon, and a shareable dessert. $34.99. Various locations. metrodiner.com
Ocean Prime This year’s featured dish is roasted sea bass over Alaskan king crab gnocchi with champagne cream, topped with baby carrot salad in a preserved lemon pepper vinaigrette. 2205 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa. ocean-prime.com/reservations
Overture Restaurant at Art Ovation Hotel Couples can dine at Overture Restaurant which will feature a 3-course menu with a dramatic flair on American classics like lobster bisque, Chilean sea bass saving room for a white chocolate swan dessert. Throughout the evening, local Sarasota pianist and recording artist Lana Reign will serenade patrons with love songs. After dinner, lovers can stroll through Art Ovation’s public spaces where art installations are exhibited throughout each floor and end the night taking in views of the Sarasota Bay skyline over creatively crafted cocktails at Perspective Rooftop Pool Bar. Art Ovation is located at 1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota and dinner at Overture is $110 per couple. For more information visit artovationhotel.com or call (941) 316-0808.
Oxford Exchange A special evening celebrating the ones you love. Two limited availability seatings at 6:30 pm and 8:30pm feature a four-course menu with wine pairings. $125 per person. 420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. 813-253-0222. oxfordexchange.com
Portillo’s In celebration of its annual charity partnership with the American Red Cross, single-layer heart-shaped cakes are available in restaurants Feb. 7-16. Pre-order online or call 866-986-2333. Various locations. portillos.com
Red Door No. 5 Love Imagined (stylized "LOVE"), developed by chefs Ferrell Alvarez (Rooster & the Till) and Noel Cruz (Ichicoro), is an immersive pop up inspiring guests to honor love. Feb. 11-Feb. 15. 6:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. $160. 1910 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, 813-620-2005. therooteddoor.com
Red Mesa Cantina Meet your Valentine at the fun and interactive Lock and Key Singles Party. Signup at lockandkeyevents.com/TPA and use code TPAFB to prepay online for $21 or $27 (cash) at the door with an RSVP, otherwise it’s $32 at the door with no prior RSVP. Feb. 7, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. 28 3rd St. S., St. Petersburg, 877-565-3836. lockandkeyevents.com
Rusty Pelican For the day of romance, Rusty Pelican is offering special four-course limited menus featuring items including lobster tail, ribeye tomahawk, filet mignon and cognac lobster bisque among other dishes. 4:30 p.m.-11 p.m. 2425 N. Rocky Point Dr., Tampa. therustypelicantampa.com
Seasons 52 Begin your Valentine’s Day early with Five Days of Valentines and special offers every day, like hand-stuffed ravioli and the raspberry rosé martini. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 5223 N. West Shore Blvd., Tampa, 813-286-1152. season52.com
Sea-Guini at Opal Sands Resort Drink in beachside views while dining on dishes like local pan-seared hogfish, lobster pappardelle and citrus glazed gulf grouper. 430 S. Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater. opalsands.com
Shephard’s Ocean Flame Choose between a special seafood & prime rib buffet, or a romantic sit down dinner. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $39.95-$99. 619 Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater, 727-442-5107. shephards.com
Smokey Bones The restaurant is hosting a special of three racks of ribs and a 14-ounce ribeye with two sides and chocolate cake for under $50. Smokey Bones will also have two drink specials: "The Moon Lighter" and "All The Pretty Things." These offers are available until February 20th. Various locations. smokeybones.com
Sugar Factory If you’re looking to wine down, a Valentine’s Day pre-fixe menu tackles cravings. Guests can indulge in fan favorites, several desserts, and try the Diamond Rosé Goblet, inspired by "Housewives of Beverly Hills’" Lisa Vanderpump. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. $19-$89. 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa, 813-521-4262. sugarfactory.com
TradeWinds Island Grand’s Palm Court Italian Bistro Palm Court will be serving a three-course, prix-fixe menu, featuring surf and turf as the main entrée. 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. For reservations, please call (727) 363-2358. 5500 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach. tradewindsresort.com/eat-drink/holiday-dining
Waterline Marina Resort & Beach Club Eliza Ann’s Coastal Kitchen Valentine’s Day Dinner offers up a romantic three-course, prix fixe menu to dive into with your partner. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. For reservations, call 941-238-6264 visit OpenTable. 5325 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach. waterlineresort.com/events/eliza-anns-valentines-day-2020/
Whiskey Joe's Port Richey Come thirsty and grab a Lyft home before taking a romantic trip to Whiskey Joe's this Valentine's Day weekend. You have a choice between two over-the-top cocktails served in a 32-ounce "Fun Bowl" with 2 straws, and guests will be able to keep the cup. One of the creations is the "Valentines Delight," which is a frozen cocktail made with Frangelico, Razzmatazz, Baileys Irish Cream and ice cream mix, garnished with chocolate and raspberry sauce in the cup and topped with chocolate-covered strawberry slices and whipped cream. The cocktails will be available Friday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 16. 7835 Bayview St., Port Richey. whiskeyjoesportrichey.com
WTR Pool & Grill Dress to impress and mingle with other Bay area singles at WTR's “Sexy Party.” Private packages and VIP tickets come with drink specials. 8 p.m.-10 p.m. $20-$500. 7700 W. Courtney Campbell Cswy, Tampa. 813-265-1234. wtrtampa.com
WTR Pool & Grill Want to town it down for the day of romance? The restaurant is hosting a special chocolate-themed four-course dinner from February 14-16. The experience includes two salads, one shared appetizer, one entree per person, and one shared dessert for $39.95 per person. Guests can reserve seating in the dining room or on the waterfront. 7700 W. Courtney Campbell Cswy, Tampa. 813-265-1234. wtrtampa.com
