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Boston's Best Valentine's Day Dates For Parents

Valentine's Day can be a rough day for parents, especially for those who want to get away for a little alone time. Luckily, the city of Boston can be quite accommodating when it comes to options workable around the often busy schedule of parents trying to juggle work, home and love. Here are some of Boston's best Valentine's Day dates for parents.
cafe fleuri the langham
(Image: The Langham Hotel)

Cafe Fleuri
250 Franklin St.
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 451-1900
www.boston.langhamhotels.com

Cafe Fleuri is a popular hotel bar and cafe in the city's Financial District that serves as an oasis for chocolate lovers looking to get their fix on this Valentine's Day. Cafe Fleuri offers what it calls a "chocolate bar" during its Saturday brunch hours, a perfect romantic treat for parents looking to get away for a bit and indulge themselves in some rich, sweet chocolate tastes. Given the confection's notorious reputation as an aphrodisiac, Cafe Fleuri certainly seems like a prime candidate for a little afternoon delight for parents on Valentine's Day.

Related: Dominique Devito's Chocolate Mousse Holiday Recipe

stephis on tremont
(Image: Stephi's on Tremont)

Stephi's On Tremont
571 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 236-2063
www.stephisontremont.com

Stephi's On Tremont is another Boston spot that offers a delicious brunch option for busy city parents seeking a respite from all of their responsibilities this Valentine's Day. This South End spot is located in between Union Park and Upton Street near Washington Street and is a great place for parents to enjoy both the savory and sweet sides of life, as Stephi's On Tremont presents such inventive culinary brunch fare as crab cake benedicts and avocado bacon omelettes, while serving up sweet, delicious mimosas on the side. It's a great way to start Valentine's Day off right.

aquitaine
(Image: Aquitaine)

Aquitaine
569 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 424-8577
www.aquitaineboston.com

They say that French is the language of love, so why not take a trip to Aquitaine this Valentine's Day for a romantic brunch meal in the classic French bistro style? This Tremont Street spot is located not far from Stephi's – also in between Union Park and Upton Street – and serves up traditional French delicacies one might expect (think mussels, filet mignon, caviar and escargot) with an elevated atmosphere and romantic vibe perfect for parents seeking that little spark in the daytime.

Related: Boston's Best New Cocktail Bars of 2014

south end buttery
(Image: South End Buttery)

South End Buttery
314 Shawmut Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 482-1015
www.southendbuttery.com

Looking to butter up your sweetheart this Valentine's Day while keeping that spark burning bright amidst all the craziness of kids and parenting? Then hit up South End Buttery over on Shawmut Avenue in between Union Park and Waltham Street in the city's South End. Delicious, indulgent baked goods are the name of the game here at South End Buttery, as these talented bakers create fabulous confection concoctions designed to stir up some sweetness this Valentine's Day. Intimate conversations savored over a hot cup of coffee and a sweet muffin or scone sounds like a nice Valentine's Day set-up and a perfect day trip for busy parents.

Masa
(photo credit: masarestaurant.com)

Masa
439 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 338-8884
www.masarestaurant.com

Masa Restaurant brings a spicy Mexican flair to hungry parents this Valentine's Day, as this Tremont Street spot has a supremely affordable brunch menu under $10. It features three courses of Mexican/American fusion, perfect for igniting some alone time for busy parents, while Masa's full menu also offers plenty of small tapas plates, perfect for sharing, snacking and indulging over some much needed romance this Valentine's Day.

George Pacheco has been writing professionally about arts and entertainment for over a decade. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, George currently resides in a humble New England home with his wife, cat and massive music and film collection. His work can be found at Examiner.com.

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