Where to Spend Valentine's Day in NYC
From restaurants to spas, here are the chicest places to spend Valentine's Day in NYC.
Valentine's Day makes people very opinionated: you either love it or hate it. Restaurants, bars, and spas throughout NYC are making the red-and-pink-themed holiday worth celebrating because, in this city, there's always something to do. Whether you want to celebrate with your significant other at a luxurious dining experience or drink away the pain with your friends, L'OFFICIEL has the ultimate list of the chicest things to do this Valentine's Day.
Hav & Mar
Chef Marcus Samuelsson blends his Ethiopian and Swedish heritage in his newest restaurant, Hav & Mar. For Valentine's Day, Hav & Mar is offering a special three-course prix fixe menu. Whether you want to take your significant other or your girl group, love, bubbly beverages, and festive food are in no short supply at Hav & Mar.
Price: $150 per person for prix fixe.
Booking: Available via Hav & Mar.
The Mark Hotel
Iconic NYC hotel The Mark is hosting a three-course Valentine's Day dinner at their restaurant. Located on the Upper East Side, this iconic, five-star hotel knows how to do Valentine's Day right. With a range of refined dishes, luxurious desserts, and classy cocktails to choose from, Valentine's Day dinner at the Mark Restaurant is guaranteed to be the perfect spot to spend a cozy, romantic evening with your loved one.
Price: $218 per person.
Booking: Reservation via Resy.
Ai Fiori
Celebrate love with a luxurious dining experience in one of New York's most highly acclaimed restaurants in Midtown. Artisan Italian-French-infused restaurant, Ai Fiori, is celebrating Valentine's Day with an elegant five-course meal offering. Enjoy unique dishes, ranging from hand-made pasta to traditional regional meat and seafood courses, alongside a carefully curated selection of wines in a sophisticated, romantic atmosphere.
Price: $250 per person for 5-course prix fixe. $150 sommelier pairing.
Booking: Reservation via Seven Rooms.
Aire Ancient Baths
If dinner and drinks aren't your thing, head to the gorgeous day spa, Aire Ancient Baths. Whether you want a romantic massage for two with their "Velvet Love" option or the "Love Connection" experience, complete with a hot stone massage and luxurious thermal baths, Aire has so much to offer for Valentine's Day.
Price: $695 for a 135-minute couples experience.
Booking: Reservations via Aire.
Artesano's Mixology Class
For something a little bit more hands-on, Artesano, a new Peruvian restaurant in Tribeca, is offering a Galentine's Day mixology class for you and the girls. During this experience, you'll have the chance to create three handcraft cocktails using various, fun techniques.
Price: $80 per person.
Booking: Tickets via Resy.
The Golden Swan
Enjoy a carefully curated Valentine's Day menu, featuring a lavish three-course meal, including beloved, classic dishes like Crescent Duck, Carnaroli Risotto, and Steak Tartare. Between excellent food and a range of refreshing, sophisticated beverage options, you're sure to enjoy a romantic evening with your loved one at the historic restaurant, The Golden Swan. If you're interested in elevating your dining experience, opt for the Wallace Room Special, which includes a special intimate table space, perfect for a couple to enjoy a meal in close company, as well as a bottle of Pierre Brocard Champagne, caviar, and a Brixton Burger.
Price: $135 per person for pre-fixe menu. $300 for Wallace Room Special (table for two).
Booking: Reservations available through The Golden Swan.
Tiny's
If you're looking to experiment with a unique menu this Valentine's Day, experience a cozy dinner with your partner at a classic New York City restaurant, complete with rave reviews, a convenient location, and a fun interior dining space.
Price: $95 per person.
Booking: Reservations available through Tiny's.
Fouquet's Loveshack
This Valentine's Day, the famous Fouquet Hotel is hosting a themed pop-up cart, complete with flowers, chocolates, and other romantic gifts. Located in the hotel's luxurious lobby, the Fouquet Loveshack is the perfect one-stop-shop destination for small, effortlessly chic gifts for your lover this holiday, whether you're on your way into the Brasserie Fouquet for a romantic dinner, checking into a stay at the Parisian-inspired hotel, or simply stopping by to peruse the selection.
The William Vale
If you're looking to enjoy a romantic hotel getaway with your lover this Valentine's Day, opt for a stay at The William Vale, located in the heart of Williamsburg. Indulge in sparkling wine, truffles, and a special romantic ambiance this Valentine's Day at one of the city's chicest hotels. Whether you opt to keep it traditional and enjoy a cozy, intimate stay with the Love Story Package, or elevate your Valentine's Day experience with the Sweet, Suite Love Package in the hotel's famous Vale Garden Residence, you're sure to delight in the luxurious amenities The William Vale has to offer.
Price: Love Story Package starts at $245 per night. Sweet, Suite Love Package starts at $15,000 per night.
Booking: Reserve a suite through The William Vale.
Ophelia
Spend Valentine's Day atop the famous Beekman Tower at Ophelia Cocktail Lounge and enjoy skyline views of the city, Moët Imperial Champagne, beautiful floral arrangements, and confections that pair perfectly with a glass of chilled champagne. Complete with soft candlelight, enchanting classical music, and a chic interior space, you're sure to relish the company of your loved one—and specialty cocktails—at Ophelia this Valentine's Day.
Price: $125 per person for a rooftop champagne experience.
Booking: Reservations available through OpenTable.
Jadis
Known for its reputation as a cozy, intimate wine bar, Jadis is the perfect casual date spot this Valentine's Day if you're looking to keep it simple and share a few glasses of wine with your loved one. Enjoy a wide selection of wines, specialty cocktails, and small plates inspired by French cuisine at this beloved Lower East Side institution.
Booking: Dining reservations available through OpenTable. Drinks are walk-in.