Celebrate Valentine's Day at Los Angeles Restaurants

Featuring elevated modern American cuisine by Executive Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above is the highest restaurant west of the Mississippi and boasts spectacular views from the Pacific to the mountains.

With a Kanpachi Tartlet to start, the four-course menu offers options like Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, Short Rib Tortellini and Free-Range Chicken Ballotine, with desserts that include Strawberries and Cream, Blueberry Pavlova or Chocolate Semifreddo. Additional items, from a cheese plate to Billecart Salmon Rosé Champagne are also available. 

Pricing starts at $250 per person. Reservations at OpenTable.

Why wait until evening for your romantic meal? This year, A.O.C. offers a Valentine’s Day brunch from Chef Suzanne Goin served between 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. with a reservation. The prix fixe menu, which is $65 per person, features one of seven different options for the main course, including crab cake eggs benedict or Spanish fried chicken with a cornmeal waffle. The Valentine’s Day dinner, which is $150 per person, includes a Maine lobster salad and a strawberry pavlova for two, in addition to your choice of a main course.

Chef Michael Mina’s "love letter to the American steakhouse experience," Bourbon Steak is featuring a three-course Valentine's Dinner for $162.18 per person. Start with Michael's Tuna Tartare, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Heart-Shaped Ravioli, Truffle Caesar Little Gem or Marinated Beet Salad.

Entree selections include Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Angus Rib Cap, Roasted Chilean Sea Bass, Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb or Lobster Pot Pie. Entrees are accompanied by three sides and you'll have your choice of one of two desserts. Additional items include shellfish offerings, wagyu supplements and a 24k gold honey drizzle for desserts. 

Reservations at OpenTable.

Enjoy dinner with a view this Valentine’s Day at Butterfly. Located on the roof of The Shay in Culver City, the Mexican restaurant from José Andrés Group offers salt air margaritas, a panorama view of the city and a special Valentine’s Day menu by reservation on February 13 and 14. You’ll start your meal with a ceviche course before taking your pick of al pastor, Baja shrimp or hongos tacos. Priced at $55 a person, the menu also includes one of two chocolate desserts. Guests on February 13 will be treated to a performance from local Bolero musicians Los Rebeldes Romanticos. 

Cozy up on Valentine's Day at Cara Cara, the rooftop restaurant of the Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel with Crispy Baby Potatoes and Roasted Harissa Carrots for the table. You'll select either Tuna Tartare or Carpaccio with Flat Bread to start, while main course options include a Land & Sea entree, Chilean Sea Bass with Saffron Rice or Truffle Parm Risotto. 

Pricing is $125 per person, reservations at OpenTable.

Want a romantic dinner, but don’t want to deal with the Valentine’s Day crowd? Citrin has a prix fixe menu for Friday, February 13 and Sunday, February 15 priced at $175 per person with a reservation. Your three courses include options like wild mushroom soup, lobster Bolognese and Koji aged liberty duck breast. For dessert: a chocolate ganache tart or vanilla panna cotta with strawberry sheep’s milk yogurt. Of course, Citrin has a Valentine’s Day menu as well, priced at $350 per person. 

Enjoy sweeping views of the Marina del Rey harbor on the romantic City Cruises Valentine's Day Premier Dinner Cruise! Enjoy a prix fixe dinner, warm and cozy indoor areas, open-air decks, full bar and DJ.

The three-course meal starts with Honeycrisp Apple Salad, California Clam Chowder or Local Cheese & Charcuterie. For entree, choose from Za'atar Flat Iron Steak, Pan-Seared Chicken Breast, Smoked Chili-Rubbed Atlantic Salmon or the veg-friendly Seasonal Potato Gnocchi. The vegetarian dessert selections include Chocolate Toffee Crunch Cake, Spanish Basque-Style Cheesecake, Orange Olive Oil Cake and Mixed Berries & Pineapple.

Pricing is $232 per person, with upgrades that include champagne, roses and a guaranteed window table. Board at 6:30pm for the cruise from 7pm to 10pm. on Friday, February. The Valentine's Day schedule is 5 pm boarding for a cruise that sets sail from 5:30 - 8:30 pm.  Dress code is semi-formal.

At the original Crossroads Kitchen in Beverly Grove, award-winning chef Tal Ronnen (whom Oprah called “the best vegan chef in America”) is serving a five-course Valentine's Day Menu for $95 per person. Start with Italian Wedding Soup and Stuffed Artichokes, . Entrée features a choice of Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli or Lion's Mane Steak with cauliflower whipped potatoes and brandy cream sauce. Finish with Love & Chocolate or Sorbet. Reservations at OpenTable.

The signature restaurant of the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, Culina is serving a four-course Valentine's Day Menu that begins with an amuse of Tuna Tartare and Chef Riccardo's House-Made Parker Rolls. Next, choose from Fig Carpaccio, Kumamoto Oyster or Veal Tonnato.  Then, enjoy ea pasta course of either Fettuccini Al Buro or Pappardelle Ripiene. Entree selections include Wagyu Beef Tenderloin, Turbot or Chicken. For dessert, enjoy the Rose (Sicilian pistachio, lemon, strawberry and white chocolate) or Heartbeat (dark chocolate, salted caramel, almond and passion fruit). 

Pricing is $190 per person. Reservations at OpenTable.

A favorite of Oscar winners Frank Sinatra and Jamie Lee Curtis, the landmark Dear John's in Culver City now has LA chefs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin.

Dear John's is serving a four-course Valentine's Day Menu that starts with the signature JLC Bougie Tots (tater tots, caviar, salmon roe, crème fraîche, chives), Oyster on the Half Shell, and Truffled Deviled Egg. Next, choose from Traditional Caesar Salad, Shrimp Scampi, or Yellowtail Carpaccio. Entrées include Prime Filet of Beef, Sand Dabs, Chicken Parmesan or 16 oz Prime Ribeye ($20 supplement). For dessert, indulge in a Duo of Dear John's Sweets and Mélisse Chocolate Crunch & Röckenwagner Cheesecake.

Pricing is $185 per person, reservations at OpenTable.

"What Dear John's is to steak, Dear Jane's is to seafood." Located in Marina del Rey, Dear Jane's is serving a four-course Valentine's Day Menu that begins with "snacks" like Oyster on the Half Shell with champagne jelly; Smoked Salmon Rillette & Siberian Caviar; and Goat Cheese-wrapped Tomato & Pistachio.

Second course options include Chopped Shrimp Louie, Yellowtail Carpaccio, Crab Toast or Roasted Beets. For entree, choose from Maine Lobster Gratin, Scampi, Potato Crusted Sea Bass, or Filet of Beef. Finish with "Chocolate Decadence."

Pricing is $165 per person, reservations at OpenTable.

Fia Steak’s Valentine’s Day dinner is available with a reservation all weekend. The five-course prix fixe menu, priced at $150 per person, includes oyster and kaluga caviar, a surf & turf main course and house-made petite fours for dessert. You can also upgrade to a six-course meal with a black truffle risotto for $75. For an extra dose of romance, order roses to have delivered to your table.

LA locations of Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar are featuring Surf & Turf for Valentine's Day. Choose from either Filet Mignon and Crab Stuffed Lobster Tail For One or the Sliced Porterhouse and Crab Stuffed Lobster Tail for Two between February 11 and February 16.

Reservations at OpenTable.

Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean offer a stunning backdrop for Valentine's Day Brunch and Dinner at Geoffrey’s Malibu.

Executive Chef Kate Pelayo starts the three-course Dinner Menu with selections like Geoffrey's Caesar Salad, Tuna Tartare, Sauteed Lump Crab Cakes, Mini Tortellini Soup, Ginger Teriyaki Salmon Skewers or the vegan Watermelon Salad.

Entrée options include Grilled 8 oz Filet Mignon, Grilled 12 oz New York Prime, 12 oz Wagyu New York ($25 supplement), Crispy Duck with Parsnip Puree, Pan-Seared Day Boat Scallops, Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass, 1.75 lb Lobster Risotto and the veg-friendly Soy Glazed Tofu with Five Mushrooms.

For dessert, choose from Blueberry Cheesecake, Strawberry White Chocolate Creme Diplomat or Brownie Mousse Cake. 

Pricing is $135 per person for dinner and $98 for brunch. Reservations at OpenTable.

Herbivores and omnivores can dine together at Inn of the Seventh Ray, a fairytale-like restaurant in the woods that's offering a five-course traditional or vegetarian Valentine's Day Menu.

The Vegetarian Menu starts with a choice of Arugula & Lady Apple Salad or Truffled Brie & Salt Crusted Potato, followed by Wild Mushroom Soup with anise croutons and chives. For the table, Marinated Carrots with Stracciatella Cheese. Entree selections include Creamy Black Truffle Risotto, Falafel & Vegetables, and Crispy Cauliflower with sweet miso pepper puree, confit lemon, Marcona almonds and salmoriglio. Finish with Mixed Berry Crumble, Lemon Tart or Triple Chocolate.

Highlights of the Traditional Menu include Osetra Caviar, Yellowfin Tuna Crudo, Chilean Sea Bass and Braised Creekstone Farms Short Rib.

Pricing is $180 for the traditional menu, $165 for vegetarian. Book your reservation at the Inn's website. The Valentine's Day menu runs from February 12 - February 15.

Chef Suzanne Tracht’s long-running chophouse JAR offers a Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu of updated classics, including New England clam chowder or little gem Caesar salad for the first course, Norwegian halibut or Kansas City steak for two for the main course and red velvet raspberry cake or chocolate caramel cake for dessert. Additions include a half-dozen oyster option, plus wine and cocktails.

Lawry's The Prime Rib is serving a prix fixe Valentine's Weekend Menu for $82 per person that starts with the Famous Spinning Bowl Salad. For entree, choose from the Lawry's Cut Prime Rib with Idaho Mashed Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, and Creamed Spinach or Creamed Corn; 8 oz Filet Mignon, or Roasted Chilean Sea Bass. Finish with Dark Chocolate Fantasy Cake, English Trifle or Vanilla Crème Brûlée. Some menu upgrades are available, including the featured sparkling wines. Book your reservation at the Lawry's website.

Located at the corner of Ocean and Broadway in Santa Monica, Meat On Ocean (aka MOO) boasts amazing views of the Pacific to go with its meat-centric menu.

Executive Chef Gio Sanchez is serving a four-course Valentine's Day Menu, available on February 13 or 14, that features Jumbo Lump Crab Cake and Double R Ranch Filet Mignon or 30-Day Dry Aged Prime Bone In Ribeye.

Pricing is $135 per person, with an optional $50 wine pairing. Reservations at OpenTable.

The Michelin-starred Pasta|Bar is serving a Valentine's Weekend Experience, featuring an exclusive 12-course tasting menu, canapé service, a welcome cocktail upon arrival, and a champagne toast to conclude the evening. Pricing is $345 per person at Tock.

The warm and intimate setting of The Raymond 1886 is the historic backdrop for a four-course Valentine's Day Dinner that starts with an amuse of Ginger Carrot Soup Taster and a Charcuterie selection. Next, choose from Tuna Tartare or Prosciutto Melon Salad. Entree selections include Roasted Mary's Chicken, Pan-Seared Sea Bass, Spaghetti Fruitti di Mare and Filet Au-Poivre. For dessert, indulge in Chocolate Lava Cake or Cheesecake with pecan graham crust and roasted strawberries.

In the upper floor rectory dining rooms at Redbird, Chef Neal Fraser and his team will offer a four-course tasting menu on Valentine’s Day that begins with doppio ravioli, includes day boat scallop and a beef duo of New York striploin and wagyu cheek and concludes with chocolate mousse cheesecake. Vegan alternatives are available and add-ons for $145 per person prix fixe meal include wine pairings for $60. 

For a quiet dinner at home, consider Rossoblu’s Valentine’s Day takeaway menu, available for pickup or delivery on Friday, February 13 and Saturday, February, 14. The multi-course prix fixe menu starts at $161 per person and includes upgrades for wine pairings or Valentine’s Day cocktails. Vegetarian options are available and modifications can be made for food allergies. For diners at Rossoblu, the Valentine’s Day a-la-carte menu and specials are available with reservation. 

Founded in 1956, San Pedro Fish Market (SPFM) is now in its fourth generation of family ownership and operation, offering high-quality, fresh seafood delivered daily and prepared to order.

From February 13-15, the Long Beach location will offer a three-course Valentine's Day prix fixe menu for $130 per party.

The main courses include a choice of Valentine's Tray, with shrimp, lobster tail and salmon, or the Valentine's Seafood Rice. 

Reservations for SPFM Long Beach at OpenTable.

Celebrate love by enjoying this exclusive Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Valentine's Weekend Experience, featuring the signature 17-course Omakase. Priced at $285 per person, the experience includes the Omakase menu, a welcome cocktail, sparkling wine toast and farewell tea. Extra bites and additional beverages will be available for a surcharge. Reservations at Tock.

Wolfgang Puck's flagship Spago in Beverly Hills is featuring "an evening devoted to love" on February 13 and 14. The prix fixe menu is $295 per person that includes an amuse bouche and three courses. Enjoy live music throughout the evening. A professional photographer will capture the evening, with printed photos available for keepsakes.

Book your Spago Valentine's Day experience at Seven Rooms.

The iconic Tam O'Shanter is featuring a la carte Valentine's Day Specials from February 13-15: Baby Frisée Salad or Lobster Bisque to start; entree options Roasted Lamb Rack, Pecan-Crusted Trout and Braised Beef Short Rib; and Chocolate Covered Strawberry Tart for dessert. Reservations at OpenTable.

 Men & Beasts offers a "Celebration of Love" on Valentine's Day with two tasting menus that pair the Echo Park restaurant's modern, plant-based take on Chinese cuisine with a variety of teas. Both menus include Cantaloupe Tartare to start and a Flaming Alaska, with cardamom ice cream, lemon sponge and luxardo for dessert. Option B includes gluten-free swaps for some dishes.