FOR THE FOODIE COUPLE – “TABLE FOR TWO, PLEASE”
If Valentine’s Day just gives you another opportunity to try out more delicious cuisine, you already know Downtown restaurants are bringing their A-game (or should we say, V-Day game). From Sambuca to Potente, elevate your holiday with special menus designed for two!
Pre-Valentine’s Sunday Brunch + Bluegrass
Enjoy Houston band, New Vintage, as they bring traditional bluegrass sounds with a Texas twist. Brunch your way into Valentine’s Day with music and mimosas at MKT Bar!
Enjoy special Valentine’s day hours and order your favorites a la carte. Make a reservation here.
Partake in an exclusive prix fixe menu featuring center-cut filet mignon, West Australian lobster tail and more!
Price per person: Starting at $50
February 11-14
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Dinner & live music
Price per person: $65 (three-course)/$95 (four- course)
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Enjoy a four-course dinner featuring gulf oysters, spiced maple pork belly, goat cheese arugula salad and bourbon mousse cake.
Price: $75 per person
February 12-14
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One of our favorite patio’s to dine at has a special four-course dinner for two.
Price per couple: $99
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Three-course prix fixe menu featuring filet, ribeye, salmon, milk chocolate pot de crème and more!
Price per person: $99.95
February 12-14
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Downtown’s newest steakhouse has a multi-course prix fixe dinner featuring tuna tiradito, cusco pork empanadas, a 20oz ribeye and chocolate lavender cremoso for dessert.
Price: $125 per person
February 12-14
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Potente’s atmosphere is known for being one of the most romantic, but level up with this delectable one-night-only menu.
Price: $125 per person
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FOR THE ARTSY COUPLE
Luckily you live in one of the most diverse cities in the US, which means plenty of Valentine’s celebrations to your “art’s” content.
Kickstart the month of love with All Access Art Market as they celebrate love & art at Finn Hall [Feb 4]. Enjoy a couple’s paint-and-sip experience, sip on wine, listen to R&B and browse through artwork that inspires your mind and heart! Register for free here.
Combine music, dance and amazing performers for one theatrical Valentine’s weekend! From South Pacific and Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus Live! at the Hobby Center, to AmeriKin and High School Play: A Nostalgia Fest at Alley Theatre, there’s plenty of in-person performances to go around. Grab tickets to one of these award-winning shows to celebrate with your S.O.!
For an evening of music, celebrate the “Dean of American Opera,” Carlisle Floyd, at the Wortham Theater Center [Feb 11] for a one-night-only performance, or wander through the musical brilliance of Mozart in the Magic Flute [Feb 4-13]. Journey to the country of love and romance with sweet valentine’s chocolates during a performance of French masterworks from the Houston Symphony, conducted by Fabien Gabel [Feb 11-12].
FOR THE COUPLE THAT NEEDS A GETAWAY
It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle that daily life brings. Thankfully, Downtown hotels have you covered with luxury staycations to make Valentine's Day safe and relaxing!
Retreat to Romance at Hilton Americas-Houston
Enjoy a staycation offer that includes champagne, a box of chocolates, breakfast for two and late checkout! In addition, take advantage of the Skyline Spa Valentine’s Day Packages that include a couples massage, facials, champagne and more.
Romance Package at Hyatt Regency Houston:
Make unforgettable memories with chocolate truffles, a complimentary bottle of champagne and complimentary parking each night. If your busy schedule doesn’t allow you to celebrate that weekend, no worries, this package is valid through the entire month of February.
In addition to overnight accommodation in a deluxe king bedroom, enjoy a rose-petal turndown service, chilled champagne, chocolate-dipped strawberries and brunch for two at Rosalie Italian Soul. Oh and of course, a late checkout.
Celebrate Romance with Four Seasons Hotel Houston
Why limit the romance to just Valentine’s Day? Keep the romance alive with a romantic package available year-round at the Four Seasons Houston Hotel. Book a luxurious premier room and sip on a bottle of champagne while you enjoy fresh strawberries, breakfast for two and late check out at 4:00pm. For some added zen, book a Sugar Kiss Soothing Body Scrub (50 minutes $285), a Sugar Kiss Massage (50 minutes $200 /80 minutes $275) or a Sugar Kiss Facial (50 minutes $200) during the exclusive new night spa experience from 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Stay (avec amour) with Le Meridien
Celebrate love and romance with breakfast for two, chocolate and sparkling Kir Royale for a fantastic evening at Le Meridien. (insert link)
FOR THE CHILL COUPLE
For those who like to keep the glitz and glam out of the holiday, enjoy a romantic picnic in the park. Grab a charcuterie board and Valentine's Day sweet treats from Phoenicia Specialty Foods and head to Discovery Green, or grab some wine and bites from Niko Niko’s and layout at Market Square Park for a romantic and unforgettable picnic date in Downtown.
FOR THE COUPLE THAT LIKES NEW EXPERIENCES
Hop aboard a Cupid Cruise with Buffalo Bayou and enjoy spectacular views of Downtown. Sip on bubbly and enjoy chocolates for a romantic evening boat ride. Grab tickets here [$40].
Is Valentine’s Day truly complete without a good glass of wine? Head to Pur Noire for a weekend full of events. From chocolate and cheesecake pairings to charcuterie boards and live music, make tasting reservations and experience the new urban winery that has stolen Downtown’s heart!
Take a swing at love with Topgolf at the Four Seasons Hotel Houston. Reserve a suite and play golf, baseball, carnival games and more while enjoying the full food and drink menu from Bayou & Bottle.
Let’s be honest, whether you’re a “power couple,” “outdoorsy couple”, or even our personal fav, the “nonexistent couple,” (shoutout to all the Galentines and singles, be sure to check out Angel Share for some Valentine’s Day Is Trash cheers, featuring $6 drink specials,) there’s no better place to celebrate the one you love, in the Downtown you love!