Alas, it is that time of year once again when shelves are stripped empty of chocolates, the card aisle is a blinding shade of reddish-pink and restaurants anticipate an overflow of romantic diners. Although there is an increase in Valentine’s Day backlashes each year, where couples opt for the no celebration route to avoid cliche holidays, we say that’s hogwash. Instead, make the day your own and enjoy a delightful dinner together or with a few friends, celebrating all things love! Chester County is the perfect spot to spend such an evening and we’ve rounded up your options below to make it that much easier. Enjoy!
Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House
Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House is serving up a signature Valentine’s Day menu that’ll send you and your special someone’s hearts a-flutter. From February 14 – 17, devour incredible appetizer specials like Oysters on the Half Shell accented with red Tobiko Caviar and Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with brandy mustard cream sauce, or unforgettable sustainable seafood entrees, like Pan-Seared Sea Bass with creamy herb risotto and Crab-Stuffed Salmon with lemon butter. Finish off your love-induced holiday with Flourless Chocolate Cake and be sure to not skip the seasonal cocktails & hand-selected craft beer either! There are two Doc Magrogan’s locations to choose from, including 3432 Sansom St., Philadelphia and 117 East Gay St., West Chester.
Ron’s Original Restaurant
Ron’s Original Restaurant is the go to spot this Valentine’s Day for hearty, but healthy, from-scratch cuisine. They’re rocking a special holiday menu for $49 per couple that’s far from skimpy. Romantic guests may choose a shared appetizer from several delicious options then move on to their choice of entree, all of which will make your mouth water, and cap the evening off with a shared cheesecake deluxe and two chocolate strawberries.
Azie Restaurant
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Ruth’s Chris Steak House is keeping it romantic all weekend as they invite couples to enjoy their sizzling cuisine from Thursday, February 14 – 17. Half priced select bottles of wine will be available on Thursday and Friday, plus a $99 date night menu for two is up for grabs Friday night, complete with scrumptious dessert options like the Warm Apple Tart. Reserve your table today for a delicious evening out with your sweetheart.
Chestnut 7
Singles want to have FUN on Valentine’s Day too! This year, Chestnut 7’s February 14 celebration will be anything but a date night! Don’t want to go to an overcrowded restaurant full of couples sipping champagne with strawberries? No problem! Hit this Germantown Avenue hot spot for a night of aphrodisiac-infused food specials, discounted local drafts, specialty cocktails, and some really good music.
Teikoku
Escape inside Newtown Square’s Teikoku, a destination restaurant along West Chester Pike that’s reminiscent of Japanese temples (the setting is as incredible as the cuisine). With an extensive, high-quality sushi bar and authentic, signature dishes just as pinch-perfect, there’s no more perfect time to visit than on Valentine’s Day. On special you may expect stellar options like Phyllo-wrapped Shrimp with peanut sauce, Crab Cake with orange cream sauce, and Grilled Lobster with micro greens. A la carte menu available.
Azie on Main
Spice up your Valentine’s Day by escaping to Azie On Main to devour a first-rate, four-course prix fixe tasting speckled with culinary splendors unlike any other Main Line establishment. Cost is $42 per person, with a wine pairing option available. Eye-catching menu highlights include a Foie Gras Terrine with currant preserve and apple and mango salsa, Pan Seared Scallops with truffle vinaigrette, and Red Velvet Carrot Cake. An a la carte menu is also available.
The Bordley House Grille at Broad Run Golfer’s Club
Bordley House Grille has lovely dining options and a surprise this V-Day! Guests are welcome to enjoy a la carte items from their Valentine menu OR opt for the semi-prix-fixe Dinner for Two, which includes choice of shared appetizer, two entrees, and shared dessert for $79.99. At meal’s end, each table will receive a Red Envelope with a coupon for their next visit. Love-theme cocktails are a-plenty but BYOB is permitted with a $10 corkage fee. Tables are limited, so call 610-738-4410 to book your reservation today!
The Olive Branch
Located in the heart of West Chester on historic Gay Street, The Olive Branch is no stranger to offering fantastic tapas. This year on February 14, 15 and 16, they’re making an amazing five-course menu available to all Valentine guests for $55 per person. Plus, complimentary champagne and wine will be available throughout the night and live music is on the agenda, too. Menu and details HERE.
Judy’s Kitchen
This home-cooked, healthy cuisine crew wasted no time settling into their new spot at 237 East Gay Street and they can’t wait to welcome families for their Valentine’s Day Buffet. The delicious cuisine will be available from 5 to 9 p.m. at $11.95 for adults and $5.95 per child. In addition, each child will get a sugar cookie to decorate! Reservations are recommended. Find more details HERE.
Camphill Village Kimberton Hills
Great music and great food will join forces this Valentine’s Day thanks to a delicious BYOB dinner at Camphill Café and live music by the Liz Ross Quartet. The romantic combo pack is perfect for the special someone who’s also a jazz lover or appreciates a great performance and at $70 for both the concert and dinner, you can’t find a better deal. Menu and details HERE.
Black Lab Bistro
This Bridge Street BYOB is bringing life to the stretch of dining spots along Phoenixville’s main drag on Valentine’s Day and the day after. In an effort to accomodate romantic diners who can’t make it out on February 14 to enjoy their special menu, the sophisticated eatery is also offering the holiday cuisine on Friday, February 15. Menu and details HERE.
Iron Hill Brewery
Telling people that your date is getting treated to a brewery visit on February 14 might not strike the right chord. However, if they saw the menu scheduled for Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant’s Valentine’s Dinner, they would understand—and be highly impressed. Unfolding from 5 to 10 p.m., their romantic menu is chock full of tasteful a la carte options to choose from. Spy the details HERE and don’t forget to make a reservation as soon as possible.
Chestnut Hill
It is certainly not slim pickings in this lovely Philadelphia suburb, which is why we’ve dedicated an entirely separate post outlining your options in the Chestnut Hill area. Scope it out HERE.
WILD CARD | Chester County Antiques Show Preview Party
While this may not exemplify a top notch dining spot to hit up toward the end of the week, it is a top notch gift to score for your special someone and you may still need help in that department, even this late in the game. Unfolding on Friday, April 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. the swanky event highlights both architectural and culinary arts for an evening of sensory satisfaction. Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House will provide various sumptuous hors d’oeuvres for guests in attendance, plus more bites and sips are on the menu from Jimmy Duffy’s Catering. Find more details and reserve a spot as the perfect Valentine’s gift HERE.
