Valentine’s Day is coming up, and the pressure is on to find the perfect date night for you and your partner. Thankfully, Utah has no shortage of food and fun suited to all different tastes. Whether you’re looking for an intimate, three-course dinner, a night of dancing, or anything in between, the beehive state has you covered.
WHERE TO EAT ON VALENTINE’S DAY
Alpine Distilling Social Aid & Pleasure Club
Try your hand at spirit infusion at Alpine Distilling in Park City. The expert distillers will offer advice and encouragement to couples trying out new flavor combinations. Stop by their Social Aid & Pleasure Club after for a special cocktail menu, and the barrel release of Alpine’s Triple Oak Whiskey.
364 Main Street (lower level) Park City, UT 84060
Bambara and The Vault
The eclectic Hotel Monaco downtown hosts two delightful dining experiences inside, Bambara and The Vault, both offering special Valentine’s items this year. For $75 per person, Bambara’s four-course menu features items like mushroom tortellini, hamachi crudo and Utah prime beef tenderloin. At The Vault, couples can enjoy a dozen oysters and a bottle of bubbles for $80, the perfect pre-dinner treat. Reservations available on their website.
202 South Main St., Salt Lake City, UT 84101
The Chocolate: A Dessert Cafe
Surprise your sweetie with something sweet this Valentine’s Day with desserts from The Chocolate. Pick from a variety of baked goods including heart-shaped cakes, chocolate raspberry mini cupcakes, chocolate cheesecake bars, cookies, and even a Valentine’s Day-themed cookie decorating kit. Orders for Valentine’s Day sweets must be in by Feb. 10.
9120 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT 84088
212 State St, Orem, UT 84058
Copper Canyon Grill House & Tavern
Enjoy a romantic evening in the heart of downtown at Copper Canyon. Located inside the Radisson Hotel, the restaurant is offering a special three-course dinner for one-night only. Menu highlights include New York strip, lobster mac and cheese, grilled branzino and pappardelle ala lentil ragu. $69 per person, reservations available here.
215 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Franck’s
Franck’s is offering a prix fixe, 7-course meal plus dessert from Feb. 13 through Feb. 18, featuring items such as spruce tip and togarashi crusted prime strip, duck tataki and chilled shellfish tart. Prices are set at $155 per person.
6264 S. Holladay Blvd., Holladay, 801-274-6264
Fleming’s Steakhouse and Wine Bar
From Feb. 13–17, Fleming’s is offering a special surf-and-turf Valentine’s Day menu. Feast on a shareable 16oz chateaubriand and 12 oz North Atlantic lobster tail, pair it with truffle mashed potatoes and finish with a dark chocolate cherry tart. $220 for two, available in a single serving for $106 per guest.
20 S. 400 West, #2020, SLC, 801-355-3704
Hearth on 25th
Located on Ogden’s Historic 25th Street, Hearth on 25th is offering a special 10 course Valentine’s Day dinner this year. Available Friday and Saturday, dinner highlights include shiso tart, duck consome and elk loin. $80, optional drink pairing for $50. Book a reservation on their website hearth25.com.
195 25th St STE 6, Ogden, UT 84401
Hyatt Centric Park City
Enjoy a prix-fixe Valentine’s day dinner with your S.O. at the Hyatt Centric. Menu highlights include lobster ravioli, seared sea scallop, French onion tart and more. $79 per person. Call 435-940-1235 for reservations.
3551 North Escala Court, Park City, UT 84098
Laurel Brasserie & Bar
Treat you and your boo to an elegant staycation at the Grand America Hotel. Now offering Valentine’s day stay and dine packages, couples can book a one-night stay with either dinner or brunch featuring a special prix fixe menu. Reservations available on their website.
555 S, Main St., SLC
Log Haven
Lovebirds rejoice! Log Haven is hosting their annual Three Nights of Passion from Feb. 14 through the 16. The loved-up weekend will feature live music, specialty cocktails, mocktails and a special menu. Valentine’s day is already booked, but there are still openings on Saturday and Sunday. Call 801-272-8255 to book.
6451 Mill Creek Canyon Rd., SLC, 801-272-8255
Montage Deer Valley
Steak or sushi—take your pick and visit the stunning Montage hotel in Deer Valley whose Apex Steakhouse and Yama Sushi are both serving delectable Valentine’s Day offerings.
9100 Marsac Avenue, Park City, UT 84060
Magleby’s in Springville and Siempre
Magleby’s is hosting two Valentine’s Day buffets this year at their locations in Springville and Draper. Highlights include prime rib and a decadent seafood arrangement.
Siempre—1283 E. Mike Weir Drive Draper, UT 84020
Springville—198 S Main St. Springville, UT 84663
Mar | Mutanya
The Spanish-style restaurant in the downtown Hyatt Regency Hotel has an outdoor dining experience just in time for Valentine’s Day. Private snow globes on the restaurant’s patio can accommodate up to eight people and offer stunning views of Salt Lake’s cityscape, as well as keep guests warm in the Utah winter.
170 S W Temple St, SLC, 385-433-6700
Pago Group
The Pago Group is offering several Valentine’s Day options in Salt Lake.
Pago on 9th & 9th
Pago’s 16th annual Valentine’s Day Tasting menu will be available for one day only, with highlights like broiled snow crab, Idaho morels, bison NY Strip steak and old fashioned chocolate cake. Optional wine pairings available. $120 per person. Book a table inside or on their outdoor heated patio here.
878 S. 900 East, SLC, 801-532-0777
Finca, a Spanish restaurant specializing in tapas, is offering a special Valentine’s Day menu on February 14th only. The coursed meal begins with a choice of plato de queso or olivos, followed a choice of tapas like patatas bravas and ensalada de naranja. Main courses include braised lamb shank and crispy halibut. $85 for food, $40 for wine.
1513 S. 1500 East, SLC, 801-532-3372
Pendry Park City
Inside the Pendry, Japanese steakhouse and sushi restaurant KITA is offering an exclusive four-course prix-fixe menu. Double down on the loved-up experience by indulging in a relaxing couple’s massage at Spa Pendry, or some pre dinner cocktails and live music at Apres Pendry. $250 per couple, reservations available here.
2417 W High Mountain Rd, Park City, UT 84098
Rouser
Inside Salt Lake’s sexiest new hotel, the Asher Adams, lovers can spend a loved-up evening enjoying a special Valentine’s Dinner. The hotel’s contemporary restaurant Rouser has created a menu with many stars, like the King Crab Caesar, wild mushroom agnolotti and Chilean Sea Bass. Menu available Feb. 14-16th, $180 per couple.
2 S 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Spencer’s Steaks & Chops
Spencer’s offers romance and delicious meals year-round—their newest speakeasy spaced called Rare Room is an ideal setting to spice up date night. The restaurant offers special Valentine’s day cocktails through the end of February, pair one with the millionaire’s bacon and braised ossubucco.
255 S. West Temple, SLC, 801-238-4748
STK Steahouse
Downtown Salt Lake’s STK is offering a special Valentine’s Day menu from Feb. 10—16. Highlights include 6 oz. wagyu filet, imperial kaluga caviar, chocolate lava marshmallow cake and more. Reservations available here.
111 S 300 W #101, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Urban Hill
Urban Hill, an ever-popular dining destination and recent James Beard semi-finalist, is hosting a Valentine’s Day dinner. The Granary District restaurant is offering a four-course tasting menu for $95 per guest and an optional wine pairing for an additional $45 per guest.
510 S 300 W #100, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
VALENTINE’S DAY ACTIVITIES
What: Love Sucks Burlesque Brunch
Where: Undercurrent Bar
When: Feb. 16 at 11 a.m. to 4 p.m .
Calling all the singles, Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a downer! Undercurrent is hosting an exciting brunch with three courses and live burlesque performances. Tickets available here.
What: Galentines Night Out
Where: Kiln at the Gateway
When: Feb. 13 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Grab your gals and head to the Gateway for an evening of mingling and fun. Featuring mocktails, temporary tattoos, a photobooth, charm bar, craft station and vintage shopping, this event is the ultimate girls night out!
What: Valentines Tea
Where: The Grand America
When: Feb. 1—Feb. 17
Toast with your S.O. at The Grand America’s annual love-day high tea. Hosted throughout the month of February, the quintessential high tea features house-made pastries, savory tea sandwiches, heart-shaped treats and more. Seatings from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Adults $50, kids 12 and under $35.
What: Lots to Love at Gardner Village
Where: Gardner Village
When: Feb. 1—Feb. 28
Celebrate your loved ones all-February-long at Gardner Village. The West Jordan shopping center is hosting paint nights, horse-drawn carriage rides, escape room adventures, five-course meals and relaxing massages on various dates. Visit their website for the complete schedule.
What: Cellar Club Valentine’s
Where: Tracy Aviary, inside the Chase Mill.
When: Feb. 13 at 6 p.m.
Hosted by Wine Academy of Utah’s Jim Santangelo and Eat Drink SLC, this month’s Wine Takes Flight series features a multi-course dinner by Chef Heather Joy, live music and three beverages.
What: Valentine’s Swing Dance Class
Where: DF Dance Studio
When: Feb. 14 at 8 p.m.
This year, skip the roses and chocolates and instead treat your partner to a new experience. Fun and romantic, DF Dance Studios is hosting a “Boost & Heart Swing” class for couple, no experience necessary.
What: Hearts Ablaze
Where: Millcreek Common
When: Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Curate your perfect Valentine’s day with a variety of activities hosted at Millcreek Common. From pizza making class to ice skating and wood burning art, there’s a little something for everyone. The venue will also be hosting a free live performance from Hot House West at 9 p.m., and will have a selection of food vendors on-site. Learn more here.
What: Cupid’s Cabaret
Where: The Pearl on Main
When: Feb. 14 at 8 p.m.
Prepare to be dazzled at this seated variety show featuring burlesque, drag, aerial and musical performers. Performances by Ms. Meredith and Jenna Tea, Jax Creative, London Skies, Lilia Maughn, Violet Ends and more. Tickets available here.
What: Cupid’s Clue Quest: A Valentine Adventure for Singles
Where: Residence Inn Salt Lake City Downtown
When: Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Hosted by Cupids Clue Quest, this unique event begins with filling out a compatibility questionnaire by Feb. 7th. After receiving a special delivery by mail containing the first clue, guests will gather at the hotel for an hour of mingling, live music, food and more. By 8 p.m. the games will begin with a puzzle, games and a mysterious scavenger hunt. More information here.
What: Sips Under the Sea 2024: Kisses and Fishes
Where: Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
When: Feb 14 from 7 p.m to 10 p.m.
Enjoy an elevated aquarium experience with a semi-formal evening of small bites, signature cocktails, live music and romance-themed education stations. 21+ only, tickets available on their website.
If you and your boo are total foodies, consider visiting one of the restaurants recently named a James Beard semifinalist, find them all here.