Valentine's Day Dining 2020: Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, CA — Valentine's Day is fast approaching, falling this year on Friday, Feb. 14.

For those still in need of dinner plans, Patch has rounded up a few area restaurants offering special chef-curated menus and cocktails, along with markets ready to meet your V-day needs for chocolate-covered strawberries or rich desserts.

Enjoy, and Happy Valentine's Day, from Patch!

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ALCOVE CAFE & BAKERY + BIG BAR, Los Feliz, 1929 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, California 90027

The neighborhood eatery and bar celebrates Galentine’s Day, Thursday, Feb. 13 beginning at 6 p.m., with a special menu of brunch-themed toasts (such as "Bitches Love Toast"), plus a showing of "9 to 5," starring Dolly Parton, as well as cocktails and a photo booth. Guests can "bedazzle" a cocktail glass to take home, as well/ Admission is free. On Valentine’s Day, enjoy “perfect pair”-ings with a selection of the unexpected such as a Black Manhattan with Chocolate Godiva Cake, #Tigermom Gimlet paired with Tiger Cry Steak Lettuce Wraps and a martini paired with an Epic Burger. (323) 644-0100.

Black Manhattan with Chocolate Godiva Cake. Photo credit: Alcove Cafe

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BOA STEAKHOUSE, 9200 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

Valentine's Day specials include an a la carte, 36-ounce Brooklyn Porterhouse, served on a sizzling platter for $145, and lobster with stuffed sole sauce Américaine and warm potato salad for $54. Link here to book reservations.

--Photo credit: BOA

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CAFE GRATITUDE

• Arts District: 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90013
• Larchmont: 639 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004

From Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 16, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., The CUISINE + CONNECTION menu is a Valentine's Day collaboration between Café Gratitude and Jessica Encell Coleman, founder of The Magic of Human Connection. Each course will be paired with a "Connection Course," a heart-centered activity that you and your partner can incorporate into your dinner to amplify the connection experience throughout the evening. $45 per person. Link to Menu.

Photo via Cafe Gratitude

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CATTLE & CLAW, 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

"This Valentine’s Day, the SoCal-cool eatery is shaking up its typical burger and lobster roll offerings in celebration of the year’s most romantic dinner with a five-course, prix fixe menu featuring dishes that eloquently fuse the crustacean and beef love affair. Mango mousse and our Napoléon cake are the perfect endings to our delicious dinner." $69 per person. Details here.

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CHADO TEA ROOM

• Downtown LA: 369 E. 1st St., Los Angeles, CA
• Hollywood: 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

A delightful Chocolate-Inspired Afternoon Tea Service will be served with wine-inspired tea and delicious tea-infused chocolates, followed by the signature Celebration Afternoon Tea Service with soup or salad, tea sandwiches, scones and pastries. The holiday service runs 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14 through Feb. 16. $35 per person. Tickets through Eventbrite. Choose your location: Chado Tea Room South Bay; Chado Tea Room Downtown LA; Chado Tea Room Hollywood or Chado Tea Room Pasadena.

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CLEO HOLLYWOOD, 1717 Vine St., Hollywood CA 90028

Indulge in a Valentine's Day special, offering a $75-per-person, prix-fixe menu, that includes warm Jou Jou pita bread with signature dips, a shared appetizer platter with a selection of Cleo Mezze, salad choices of Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese or Mediterranean Lobster Salad, and entree options of Rack of Lamb, Pan-Seared Scallops or Braised Beef Shortrib. For dessert: Angel Heart Food Cake Roulade to share. Details here for menu and reservations.

--Photo credit: Cleo

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CLEO THIRD STREET, 8384 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles CA

Dine on Mediterranean cuisine on Valentine's Day at Cleo Third Street, in the Orlando Hotel near West Hollywood. For $75 per person, the restaurant will offer a set menu including a Moet & Chandon Brut Champagne toast, starter choices of Crispy Eggplant & Ricotta Ravioli or Beet & Avocado Salad, and main entree selections of Lobster Risotto or New Zealand Rack of Lamb. Dessert is Pistachio & White Chocolate Souffle. Follow this link for menu and booking details.

--Photo credit: Cleo

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CROSSROADS KITCHEN, 8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Vegan-lovers alert! Indulge in a $75 five-course, prix-fixe, vegan Valentine’s menu compliments of Chefs Tal Ronnen and Scot Jones. Begin with complimentary glass of bubbly and choice of “foie gras” with cabernet demi or almond milk burrata with poached pear and fried basil. This is followed by a salad course, and then main course offers of pasta, including black risotto with braised leeks, lemon cream and toasted pine nuts; sun-dried tortelloni alla vodka; or fettuccine with black truffles for an additional $55. For a sweet finish, select passion fruit creme brulee or chocolate brownie ice cream sundae with coconut whip and brandied cherries. Reservations via Yelp for seating at 5 p.m., 7 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.

Beet Salad. Photo credit Lisa Romerein

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DELPHINE EATERY & BAR, W Hollywood Hotel, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028

On Friday, Feb. 14, this warm and cozy bistro will serve a four-course menu featuring Salmon Shots with Fresno Chili, Truffle Ponzu, Avocado and Micro Wasabi, Lobster Tail with Asparagus, Watercress and Nori Buerre Blanc and Oreo Cookie Cheesecake. $85 per person. An additional wine pairing will be offered with each course. Follow this link to make reservations.

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DISTRICT DTLA, Plaza Level inside The Bloc, 700 W. 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90017

The modern restaurant, on courtyard level of The Bloc, is offering a three-course, prix-fixe menu Friday, Feb. 14 for $48 per person, with selections featuring a Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Lolla Rossa lettuce, watercress, heirloom tomatoes and a mango-passion fruit vinaigrette; Herb Grilled Beef Filet with truffle potato gratin, roasted baby tomatoes, root vegetables and pommery-red wine jus; and a warm Apple Crostata with French Vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle. Guests also can choose a 24-ounce, Bone-in New York Strip Steak with four side dishes for $85, which serves two people. Link to menu.

Photo via District

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THE DOLLY LLAMA

• Downtown LA: 611 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
• Koreatown: 273 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004

How sweet is this? The Dolly Llama, a waffle and ice cream shop, has introduced a Valentine's Day-themed treat perfect for this holiday. The chef-curated, waffle-and-ice-cream dessert starts with a choice of a light and crispy bubble waffle or OG Liefe waffle and is then loaded with a massive scoop of ice cream and topped with heart candies and a generous drizzle of chocolate sauce ($11).

--Photos via The Dolly Llama

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EVER BAR, 1800 Argyle Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028

If Cupid is not your thing this year, consider this “Anti” Valentine’s Day Party Friday, Feb. 14 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Embrace your single self, and enjoy live music, great cocktails, and celebrate with #SinglesForLife. Bring a photo of your ex, and shred it for a complimentary shot. See the flyer.

Photo credit: Ever Bar

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GELSON'S: Location finder here.

Whether you're cooking to impress or adding some romance with hand-dipped chocolate strawberries and long-stemmed red roses, Gelson's has you covered. Keep it simple and shop for Certified Angus Beef® Choice Boneless New York Strip Steak & Lobster Tail "Surf n Turf" or Certified Angus Beef® Prime Porterhouse or T-Bone "Steak for Two." Or place an order for hand-dipped chocolate strawberries. Last day to order is Feb. 12. Also available to complete the evening: Pick up roses and tulips or choose from a selection of Rosés and Champagnes.

--Photo credit: Gelson's

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GRACIAS MADRE WEST HOLLYWOOD, 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069

From Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16, guests can celebrate with Valentine’s Day specials, including Gracias Madre’s signature So Fresa So Clean for two, as well as the Elegance cocktail by Vincent Couche, Smoked Bok Choy Salad, Taquero Mucho Tacos and a delicious Chocolate Pound Cake to end the night on a sweet note. Follow Gracias Madre WeHo here on Facebook.

--Photo credit: Gracias Madre

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GWEN BUTCHER SHOP & RESTAURANT, 6600 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028

Dine in grand style Valentine’s Day with a $135, six-course, prix-fixe menu from Chef de Cuisine Juan Rendon. Offerings include: Gwen’s signature stecca bread and beurre de baratte; pear salad; and potato tortellini with clams, saffron and leeks; followed by a choice of grilled pork tenderloin or Jack’s Creek New York Strip with beef jus, marinated beets and jasper roasted carrots. A red velvet cake is served to finish. Add caviar supplement for $75 or black truffles at market price. The menu will be offered 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. Reservations available via OpenTable. Cooking at home? Consider Gwen’s special Black Truffle Lined Gallus Brun Chicken (pre-order only), as well as Wagyu Tallow Candles that can be burned and used as a dip for bread.

--Photo credit: Wonho Frank Lee

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HERE AND NOW, 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Spend Friday, Feb. 14 at a "big, fun, inclusive love party for everyone": couples, friends, lovers and even Valentine's Day haters. Themed cocktails include the ###em and Lube-elation. For those looking to meet someone new, the bar will be serving the Cupid's Arrow, a shot you can buy for someone you find attractive and would like to chat with further. Also on tap will be food and drink specials, plus tunes from DJ Couples Therapy. No cover charge. Follow Here and Now here on Facebook.

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INKO NITO Arts District, 225-227 Garey St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Dine at the unconventional robatayaki outpost in the Arts District and enjoy a four-course Omakase menu and a festive cocktail for $65 per person (minimum two people). The Japanese dinner features Dungeness crab maki with wasabi tobiko and yuzu mayo; U10 Scallops with sweet soy and shichimi yogurt slaw; 10-ounce Black Angus Ribeye with wasabi, brown butter and ponzu; Maitake mushrooms with white sesame, daikon cress and black truffle; and Crème Brulee with soy caramel cream, Asian pear salad and roasted rice. Details and booking info here.

--Image via INKO NITO

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JANE Q, 1800 Argyle Ave., Hollywood, CA 90028

Spend Valentine’s date night, Friday, Feb. 14, at Jane Q with a special prix-fixe menu, decadent desserts and festive cocktails, including the “Q-Pid Rose” cocktail – perfect for that special someone, who loves roses and cocktails. Menu includes such app and entree options as Beets and Buratta, Eggplant Parmigiani and Flank Steak with Confit marble potatoes, mushroom ragout and truffle butter. $45 per person. Details on menu and reservations here.

--Photo credit: Jane Q

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KASIH LA, 200 Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

The restaurant in Little Tokyo will host a romantic, one-of-a-kind, modern Indonesian cuisine experience on Feb. 14 with a five-course Valentine's dinner featuring pescatarian, vegetarian or meat options paired with a glass of Champagne. $45 per person. See the special menu here. Book reservations here.

--Photo credit: Kasih LA

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KATANA, 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

Dine on an Izakaya Feast for Two for $180, served with complimentary glasses of champagne for each guest. Menu includes such appetizers as Hanabi, Hamachi Diced and Maguro Carpaccio, Robata including Kobe Pepper, Lamb Chops, Chilean Seabass, an assortment of Sushi and Rolls, and a Creme Brûlée Heart Cheesecake with red velvet tuile for dessert. Follow this linkto book a table for Feb. 14.

--Photo credit: Katana

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KATSUYA L.A. LIVE, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles CA

The special Valentine's Day menu includes fabulous, a la carte selections of Lobster Tacos, Glacier 51 Patagonian Toothfish, Japanese A5 Wagyu Striploin and chocolate-covered strawberries. Follow this link for menu details and reservation information.

-Photo credit: Katsuya L.A. Live

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LADY M, 8718 West 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90048 ‎

The luxury cake boutique is offering its six-inch ($50) and individual ($9.50) chocolate heart cakes from Feb. 12 through Feb. 16. Available in such varieties as: Framboise au Chocolat: chocolate mousse, raspberry compote, chocolate sponge, chocolate ganache, raspberry gelee; Gateau au Chocolat: dark chocolate sponge, crushed walnuts, chocolate mousse, dark chocolate ganache, gold dust; Couronne du Chocolat: alternating layers of chocolate sponge cake and dark chocolate mousse, finished with a chocolate ganache, chocolate crumbs and white chocolate shavings. See details here.

--Photo credit: Lady M

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LITTLE DOM'S, 2128 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Anti-Cupid types will appreciate this! Little Dom’s Pastry Chef Ann Kirk is offering her signature snarky Anti-Valentine’s cookies, with such sayings as “I Love Wine,” “F.O.,” and “NO.” Available through Feb. 14. See Little Dom's on Facebook.

--Photo credit: Little Dom's

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LUCIFER'S PIZZA

• Los Feliz: 1958 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027
• Melrose: 7123 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
• Hollywood: 6104 W. Sunset Blvd. (Gower Gulch) Hollywood, CA 90028

Show someone you care with a heart-shaped pizza from Lucifer’s Pizza, known for its signature spice levels, ranging from "zero" to "blazing." The offer will be Friday, Feb. 14 for four hours — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All specialty combinations pizzas, or those with chosen toppings, can be turned into the symbol of love, for any large, regular crust pizza at no additional charge. Personal-size pizzas and gluten-free dough are not included in the offer. See company web site for phone numbers and details.

Credit: Lucifer's Pizza

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MINIBAR HOLLYWOOD, 6141 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068

The Franklin Village-Village People Valentine's Party! MiniBar Hollywood is partnering with Compass Box Whisky for Valentine’s Day. Starting at 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, MiniBar will have some HOT COPS (male go-go dancers) passing out drinks and citations. Late-night drink specials will be available on Compass Box Penicillin cocktails, Scotch cocktails and Compass Box highballs. (323) 798-4939.

Photo credit: MiniBar

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NORAH, 8279 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

Make it the perfect, romantic night out with Norah's seven-course chef's tasting menu. $75 per person. Dine on black truffles, seafood, wagyu beef and more. The cap the night with a shareable Chocolate Passion Cake, a rich chocolate layer cake with chocolate-cream cheese frosting, salted caramel, passion fruit curd and candied pecans. Link is here for reservations.

--Photo credit: Norah

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OLIVE GARDEN: Find your nearest location here.

If your love loves Olive Garden, the "Olive Garden Breadstick Bouquet" may be the way to go! The one-of-a-kind gift is available in-restaurant for the first time starting Feb. 13. The bouquet pairs perfectly with never-before-seen Chocolate Mint Boxes for your after-dinner mints. The bouquet wrappers and chocolate boxes will be included in Olive Garden's special Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two: three courses starting at $35. The wrappers are available in-restaurant while supplies last as part of the Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two, so hurry in! If you want to snag the wrappers in advance, the Breadstick Bouquet wrappers are also available for download on Olive Garden's website.

--Photo credit: Olive Garden

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PASTA SISTERS, 3343 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90019

Aww — heart-shaped ravioli! Available in-house and for pickup at both locations through Feb. 14, this special menu offer comes in two varieties: Spinach and Ricotta, served with the choice of Butter & Sage or Tomato & Basil sauce; and Porcini Mushroom (imported from Italy) in butter and parmiagiano cheese. Mid City: 323-870-5271. Culver City: 424-603-4503.

Photo credit: Pasta Sisters

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THE PALM, 1100 S. Flower St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

A special three-course Valentine’s Dinner for Two is on the menu, featuring Nova Scotia Lobster paired with Prime New York Strip or Filet Mignon for $195 per couple from Feb. 13-Feb. 16. Add two glasses of Piper-Heidsieck Champagne for an additional $25. The Valentine’s weekend menu includes: First Course (choice of): Pear Salad; Jumbo Shrimp Bruno; or Lobster Bisque. Second Course (shared): “Palm Classic” Surf ‘N’ Turf – Four-pound Jumbo Nova Scotia Lobster served with either an 18-ounce Prime New York Strip or 12-ounce Filet Mignon. Third Course (choice of): New York Cheesecake; or Flourless Chocolate Cake (GF). Pricing does not include tax or gratuity. For more information and to make a reservation, visit ThePalm.com.

--Photo credit: The Palm Restaurant Group

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QDOBA, Downtown LA, 655 S Hope St., Los Angeles,CA,90017

Stop by the locales on Feb. 14 with the one you love, share a kiss and you'll receive a free entree with one entree purchase. Plus, it's free guac and queso all the time at QDOBA. Details here.

Photo credit: QDOBA

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REDBIRD, 114 East 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA

"Redbird | Vibiana Chef | Owner Neal Fraser will prepare a three-course dinner at Redbird on Valentine’s Day, alongside an optional wine pairing curated by Wine Director Josh Wibbenmeyer featuring pours from California, Spain, France, and Portugal. Pricing: $125; Wine Pairing: $65." Details here.

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ROKU, 9201 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA

Order from an a la carte menu, and enjoy complimentary bubbly and take-home macaroons for your Valentine's Day evening out. Reservations can be made here.

--Tako Roll. Photo credit: Roku

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ROSALINE, 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069

Chef Ricardo Zarate has created a Peruvian, four-course experience available on Friday, Feb. 14. Begin your Valentine's culinary adventure with “Chef's Welcome Amuse” appetizer course of a choice between two ceviches – Kampachi Tiradito or Ceviche de Hongos (vegan). Follow that with main course options: Carapulcra a la Nortena, a sun-dried potato stew with braised cape grim beef short ribs and mint chimichurri; Sudado de Branzino Parrillero, wood-grilled loup de mer filet with crispy seafood sudad, crispy pewees and yuzu; or Zarate’s famous Chaufa Paella to share. $85 per person. See full menu and reservation info here.

--Chaufa Paella. Photo credit: Rosaliné

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SALT & STRAW

• Arts District: 829 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
• Larchmont: 240 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004
• West Hollywood: 8949 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

For the sweetheart with a sweet tooth: Salt & Straw head ice cream maker Tyler Malek worked with local chocolatiers to create a February flavor showcase. For the limited-time menu, Malek collaborated with Twenty-Four Blackbirds, Milla, Ococoa, Compartés and Nibble for flavors such as Milla Chocolate Hazelnut Praline and Compartés Caramelized Popcorn Milk Chocolate. The five flavors are at LA shops by the scoop and pint through Friday, Feb. 28, as well as through Postmates. Details here.

--Chocolatier Series. Credit Salt & Straw

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STATION HOLLYWOOD and THE LIVING ROOM, W Hollywood Hotel, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028

In honor of Valentine’s Day, Station Hollywood and The Living Room are offering a special “Love is Love”-inspired cocktail to raise money for the LGBT Center. Adorned with a rainbow candy garnish, the Pride Lemon Drop will be available all February long, with $1 from each cocktail donated to the LGBT Center.

--Image via Living Room & Station Hollywood

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TAM O' SHANTER, 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039

Treat your loved one to a romantic, four-course Valentine's feast with grilled shrimp with chimichurri and a second-course choice of roasted celery root soup or a winter salad. Entree options include roasted California-cut prime rib with mashed potatoes and Yorkshire pudding, roasted salmon or Beef Wellington. Finish the evening with sticky toffee pudding or a C.C. Brown’s hot fudge sundae to share. The Valentine’s Day menu will be offered Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16. Reservations can be made via OpenTable here. $129 for two guests, not including tax and gratuity.

--Photo credit: Tam O' Shanter

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TERRA at Eataly L.A., Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Treat your Valentine to stunning views from the rooftop locale, along with sharing such La Festa di San Valentino dishes as Bucatini al Astice (poached lobster bucatini with roasted tomato) and a Dry-Aged Wagyu Tomahawk, plus vino from Tuscany & Sicily regions. Finish the evening with dessert from the roaming Gelato Cart, offering housemade fior di latte gelato and toppings. Terra details here.

--Photo credit: Eataly

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WP24 by WOLFGANG PUCK, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Dine sky-high and enjoy a three-course menu with optional wine pairing on Friday, Feb. 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music will fill the 24th floor restaurant, and ladies will receive a giveaway rose. The specialty menu also will be available Feb. 13, 15 and 16. $89 per person, with tax and 20 percent service charge not included. Details here.

--Photo credit: WP24 by Wolfgang Puck

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ALSO SEE: Love Potion: A Cupid-Approved, Valentine's Day Cocktail

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FOR THE FULL REGION: Valentine's Day: Greater L.A. Dining Guide For 2020