Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for the best restaurant to impress that special someone for a romantic evening out, this list is sure to please.
Best restaurants for a February 14th reservation:
A.R. Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines
A.R. Valentien offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Torrey Pines Golf Course. The menu here is contemporary American, with a focus on locally-sourced ingredients. The restaurant also has a wine room with over 600 selections to choose from.
On Valentine’s Day:
Prix fixe menu for $175 per person or $250 with wine pairings. Make your reservation here.
The Marine Room
The Marine Room is another great option for Valentine's Day. This fine dining restaurant is located right on the beach and offers a menu of contemporary American cuisine with a focus on seafood. The restaurant also features floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking ocean views - perfect for a memorable night with your special someone.
On Valentine’s Day:
Prix fixe menu for $150 per person or $225 with wine pairings. Make your reservation here.
Mille Fleurs
Mille Fleurs is the only Michelin-rated restaurant in Rancho Santa Fe. The menu features a variety of classic French dishes, as well as some contemporary twists. The restaurant has a stylish and elegant atmosphere, making it perfect for a romantic dinner. Read my full feature of Mille Fleurs here.
On Valentine’s Day:
Offering a special a la carte dining experience. Make your reservation here.
Marisi
Marisi is a small, family-owned restaurant located in La Jolla. The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, with a menu that features a variety of handmade pasta dishes, seafood and meats. With its cozy, intimate atmosphere and locally-sourced ingredients, it is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. View my full feature of Marisi here.
On Valentine’s Day:
Offering a 4-course prix fixe menu for $125 per person excluding beverages. Make your reservation here.
Want to celebrate, but not on February 14? Try these restaurants!
Addison
Addison, the only three-starred Michelin restaurant in San Diego, is a mainstay on all San Diego “best restaurants” lists. The menu here is French-inspired and features a wide variety of seafood and meats with a focus on California Gastronomy. The restaurant has a formal and elegant atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for a special occasion. Make your reservation here.
Seréa
Seréa is a seafood restaurant located in Coronado. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, as well as some meat and vegetarian options. The restaurant has a relaxed and casual atmosphere and offers stunning views of the bay, with a focus on “sea to table” sourcing and sustainable seafood, with a coastal cuisine menu that spotlights the best of the region’s oceans, farms and fields, ranging from the California Coast down to the Baja Peninsula. Make your reservation here.