Boston's Best Valentine's Day Dinners
Whether you are looking to create a memorable evening that you will both never forget or are planning to pop the question this Valentine's Day, there are lots of places in Boston to get your romance on. From 52 stories high above the Prudential Center to a sexy Asian-inspired restaurant near the South End, there is some fun to be had with your sweetheart this year. Each restaurant offers a special menu dedicated to the day for lovers. Here's a look at some of the best places to go this Valentine's Day in Boston.
Top Of The Hub
800 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02199
(617) 536-1775
www.topofthehub.net
From 52 floors high above the city, the Top of the Hub boasts some of the best views of Boston. From here, you can see from Back Bay to South Boston and beyond, a beautiful scene sure to launch a very romantic evening. The specialty multi-course dinner here is one of the most popular in the city, so be sure to make your reservations early. After dinner, head over to the lounge for the perfect nightcap.
Red Lantern
39 Stanhope St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 262-3900
www.redlanternboston.com
Red Lantern is arguably one of Boston's sexiest restaurants. Located between the South End and Back Bay, the Asian-inspired restaurant is hosting a sushi class and lunch Feb. 13 and 14 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For $250 per couple, Executive Chef Kevin Long and Sushi Master Jim Lam take diners on an Asian culinary journey as they teach them how to make sushi rolls. The event also includes a miso soup demonstration, appetizer sampling and sake and champagne pairings.
Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 330-9355
www.bostonwinefestival.net
The 2016 Boston Wine Festival is well underway, and once again they are celebrating Valentine's Day in style. On Saturday, Feb. 13, they are hosting a Valentine's Dinner Dance. The champagne dinner gets started at 7 p.m. and is being held in the Wharf Room. The celebratory evening includes wine, food, music and dancing.
Tangierino
83 Main St.
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 242-6009
www.tangierino.com
Want to try something a little more unique, and cultural, this holiday? Nothing says romance quite like belly dancing. That's just what you will find at Charlestown's Tangierino, where nightly shows at this Moroccan hot spot take center stage. Sip on a French Kiss cocktail while snacking on tender braised short ribs or a phyllo pie of braised chicken. This is one spot that you will surely remember.
L'Espalier
774 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02199
(617) 262-3023
www.lespalier.com
For an unmatched dining experience, book a table at L'Espalier in Back Bay. Located adjacent to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, the upscale restaurant is offering a five-course dinner and wine pairing menu this year. The dinner is being held on Monday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. For the ultimate getaway, book a stay at the Mandarin Oriental for an unforgettable experience.
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Kellie Speed is a Boston writer with more than 25 years of experience writing for local and national publications, including JustLuxe, Haute Living, The Boston Globe, Mohegan Sun's Legends and Amtrak's Arrive. She is the Boston restaurant writer for Gayot's travel site and contributed to Moon Metro's Boston guidebook, as well. Kellie can be reached at kkspeed@aol.com
