O.C. Valentine's Day Takeout & Restaurant Specials 2022

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Love is in the air!

Valentine's Day 2022 falls on Monday, Feb. 14, and restaurants, bakeries, markets, pizza joints and doughnut shops throughout Orange County are rolling out the red carpet with chef-curated menus, takeout specials, prix-fixe offers, cute treats, heart-shaped pizzas, heart-shaped Wellington and even heart-shaped lasagna.

Don't get stuck without dinner plans or reservations.

Peruse Patch's annual Valentine's Day dining guide — with choices for all tastes and budgets — and see what appeals to you and your family. If you know of other neighborhood hot spots planning Valentine offers, share with readers in the comments section.

And Happy Valentine's Day, from Patch!

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APPLEBEE'S GRILL & BAR: Pucker up for $5 Smoocho Mucho Sips, new for Valentine's celebrations. The "Tipsy Cupid" is vodka shaken with strawberry & lemonade, while "Date Night Daiquiri" features frozen strawberry mango daiquiri with Bacardi. At participating locales. Info here. Locations finder here.

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BALBOA BAY RESORT: "A Night in Paris Valentine's Day Dinner Show" is planned Feb. 14, with French-inspired buffet of lobster risotto, caviar, prime rib, crab, scallops, crepes & more, plus dancing & a show with Michael Buble-tribute artist Scott Keo. Located at 1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach. ($187/person.) Ticket links here.

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BAR LOUIE: If your Valentine is a burger fan: The new "That’s My Jam Burger" is a limited-time offer. Made with patty, applewood-smoked bacon, arugula, creamy herb cheese, garlic aioli & house-made bourbon old-fashioned jam on brioche bun. $15 with side in Original Gastrobar or online. Info. Location in Tustin.

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BASKIN-ROBBINS: New flavor, Secret Admirer™, plus returning fan-fave ice cream cake, the Box of Chocolates Cake, are on shops' menus for Valentine's Day. Secret Admirer features pink cake-flavored ice cream with rose ice cream & strawberry ribbon. Box of Chocolates Cake, inspired by classic, heart-shaped candy boxes, is customizable by ice cream & cake flavor, then topped with fudge & milk chocolate candies – made to look like a real box of chocolate. Info here. Location finder here.

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BILLY'S AT THE BEACH: Executive Chef Robert Luna plans aloha-style, Valentine's Day, prix-fixe menu ($160 for two) with island-inspired Pupu Platter or Seafood Tower, entrée choices of tomahawk steak, Kauai prawns or lamb, with option for lobster add-on. For dessert: Billy’s Chocolate Decadence Heart (sponge cake, mousse & ganache). Specialty cocktails & Valentine’s specials also offered Feb. 11-14. At 2751 West Coast Hwy., Newport Beach. Website here.

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BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE: The Red Velvet Pizookie, a fresh-baked, red velvet cookie with sweet cream cheese, white chocolate & vanilla bean ice cream, is "made with love" and on menus for limited time in February. Info. Find locations throughout Orange County here.

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BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE: Specials run Feb.11-14, including Valentine’s Day Feast for Two ($110), with two filets, two lobster tails, shareable starter, four sides, dessert, molasses bread & two prosecco splits. Available for dine-in, takeout & delivery. Keep it romantic & add a dozen roses to be delivered to table. Or shop the new Meat Market with grill-ready steaks, burgers & seafood. Valentine's Feast order & booking links here. Locations include Buena Park, Fountain Valley & Santa Ana.

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BLUSKY RESTAURANT & BAR: Celebrate at the rooftop restaurant, indoors or out, on Feb. 14 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. with “An Evening in Spain" prix-fixe menu. $95 per person. The feast from Chef Edgar Beas includes: first course choice of yellowfin tuna tartar or scarlet prawns; second course of bomba rice, rabbit saddle, scallop & chanterelles or ibérico pig “shoulder steak,” potato & perigord truffles; plus dessert of churros with chocolate sauce or burnt basque cheesecake. Spanish wine pairings offered: $45/person. Info & booking here. At Radisson Blu Anaheim, 1601 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim.

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BRISTOL FARMS: Place your order for Valentine's dinner for two ($85), with heart-shaped Wellington (filet mignon, salmon or mushroom), fingerling potatoes, asparagus & chocolate-covered strawberries. Details. Fondue/charcuterie board game, heart-shaped ravioli, long-stem Ecuadorian roses & other treats offered, too. Stores in Newport Beach & Yorba Linda.

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BRUNOS ITALIAN KITCHEN: From Feb. 12-14, the eatery is prepping special, prix-fixe ($58/person) and a la carte Valentine’s menus, featuring such selections as lobster agnolotti (trumpet mushrooms, asparagus, ricotta & truffled lobster cream sauce) and filet mignon with garlic potato puree & roasted winter vegetables. Popular Panna Cotta dessert also will make appearance. Info. At 210 W. Birch St. in downtown Brea.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Make it a romantic dinner with heart-shaped lasagna for two. ($59.99). Offered for dine-in or to-go, and includes lasagna, garlic bread, mixed green or Caesar salad and mini cannoli for dessert. Available Feb. 11-14. See ordering info here. Click here for locations in Brea, Huntington Beach & Garden Grove.

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BUTCHER'S HOUSE BRASSERIE: Enjoy romantic evening over French fare, champagne & caviar Feb. 14 with Chef-Owner Jeoffrey Offer's special, multi-course menu. $92 per person. Highlights: glass of French bubbly; amuse bouche of caviar & potato; scallops a la plancha; filet mignon spiral with black trumpet mushrooms; followed by French cheeses & black cherry compote. Seasonal berries & rich chocolate for dessert. Website. Reservations: 714-714-0662. At 3321 Hyland Ave., Costa Mesa.

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CAFE GRATITUDE: Leave your sweetheart swooning with Executive Chef Dreux Ellis’ 100% Organic Artisanal Valentine’s Day Chocolate Box ($20). The six vegan chocolates include Almond Butter Squares, Coconut Almond Truffle &White Chocolate Pistachio Cardamom and are available through Feb. 14 at location in Newport Beach or through take-out/delivery order. Website here.

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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Heart-shaped, crispy thin-crust pizzas are back for CPK dine-in patrons from Feb. 9-14, along with a Valentine's Day "Sweet Deal For Two." Customers can choose from Classic ($40) or Adventure ($50), both with choices of one appetizer, two entrees (including salads, pastas & pizzas) and dessert. Every “Sweet Deal” guest will receive a buy-one-get-one free card for a BOGO pizza, pasta or salad valid Feb. 15-22 (one per check). See details. Orange County locations listed here.

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CHA-CHA'S LATIN KITCHEN: Special Valentine's prix-fixe ($38 per person) & a la carte menus will be served Feb. 12-14 featuring lobster tacos, carne asada chimichurri & more. Heated patio & outdoor dining available. Reservations encouraged. Info & bookings here. Locations in Irvine & downtown Brea.

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CHART HOUSE: Three-course "Sweetheart Menu" will be served Feb. 10-14 ($150 per couple), featuring choice of lobster bisque, clam chowder or strawberry & Champagne salad, entree selection of sea bass, lobster & scallop linguine or filet, and Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Lava Cake for dessert. Or opt for "Valentine's Dinner for Two To Go," available by pre-order & $120 per couple. Info here for menu & reservation. Restaurant in Dana Point.

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CHILI'S: Celebrate Valentine's Day with a $25 Meal for Two. Included: an appetizer (choices include salads, Texas cheese fries and chips & salsa); two entrees (options include sirloin, quesadillas, grilled chicken and shrimp or chicken pastas); sides; plus dessert. Details. Location finder here.

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COLD STONE CREAMERY: A sweet offer through Feb. 15 at shops statewide: "You Had Me at Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries™ Creation" ice cream & "All's Fair in Love & Cake,™" with red velvet cake, chocolate-dipped strawberry ice cream, strawberry frosting & fudge ganache. Order here. Location finder here.

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DESCANSO RESTAURANT: Executive Chef Fonzy De Zuniga is prepping Feb. 14 dinner, the Valentine’s Day Meal Experience for Two ($75 for two), featuring chips, chicharrones, salsa & elote asado (grilled, sweet white corn), Paraiso Huachinango, chili-seasoned, deep-fried whole red snapper, Mexican fried rice, serrano chile potatoes & flan for dessert. Reservations & info here. 1555 Adams Ave., Costa Mesa.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: For your BBQ-lovin' special someones, a Valentine’s Day gift card deal, Feb. 6-14, offers a $10 bonus card for every $30 e-gift card purchased. The online gift cards can be redeemed March 1-31. Purchase in-store, on Dickey’s website or at 92 Costco stores. Info here. Locations in Brea, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest & Tustin.

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DUNKIN': This year for Valentine's, enjoy a "Cupid’s Choice Donut," heart-shaped with Bavarian Kreme, strawberry-flavored icing & sprinkles, or "Brownie Batter Donut," heart-shaped, chocolate frosted & filled with brownie batter filling. Plus DD Perks members earn three times the points on all donuts, Munchkins & Donut Hole Treats from Feb. 11-13. Or use app’s Mobile Mondays Feb. 14 and earn 100 bonus points. Website here.

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FARMHOUSE AT ROGER'S GARDENS: Owner and Executive Chef Rich Mead is prepping dine-in Valentine’s lunch & dinner specials Feb. 11- 14 for service in the garden setting. Floral arrangements also can be added to meal, with orders placed two days prior to reservation. Website here. At 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road, Corona del Mar.

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FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE: Celebrate your Valentine Feb. 11-14 (or over lunch Feb. 12-13) with Surf & Turf for two ($230) or three-course, filet mignon feast, with lobster tail scampi or crab-stuffed shrimp (starting at $85). Details & booking. Location in Newport Beach.

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FLY-N-FISH: Enjoy a special, beachside Valentine’s Day dinner Feb. 14, featuring ahi tuna sashimi, filet mignon with garlic prawns, lobster linguine, and for dessert– a heart-shaped, chocolate layer cake with fresh berries. Reservations encouraged. Facebook page here. At 2304 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach.

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GELSON'S MARKETS: Celebrate on the homefront with to-go dinners for two (prime rib, filet or truffled beef Wellington, all with lobster tails, apple pomegranate salad, Brussel sprouts, red roasted potatoes & chocolate-covered strawberries). Hand-dipped strawberries also sold separately in four, six or 10 packs, along with floral arrangements. Place orders online here for Feb. 12-14 pick-up. Info is here. Locations throughout O.C.

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GRACIAS MADRE NEWPORT: Executive Chef Justin Haefler is prepping plant-based, five-course meal (offered a-la-carte Feb. 11-14) with ‘Sweet Elote’ soup ($8), "Corazon" Heart-Shaped Empanada ($15), "Spice of Love" chile relleno ($23) & vegan "Pine-apple of Your Eye" upside-down cake ($15) for dessert. Pair dinner with specialty "El Amando Martini" cocktail, made with Mezcal, cinnamon, elderflower, spicy salt & more. Info here. At 1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach.

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HOOTERS: The annual #ShredYourEx event returns Feb. 14. Guests can shred pictures of exes to score 10 free boneless wings with in-store purchase of 10 wings. Info here. Location in Costa Mesa.

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JOJO'S HIDEAWAY: On Feb. 11-12, the new jazz lounge is offering special, prix-fixe Valentine’s menu ($65 per guest) from Executive Chef Roman Jimenez, accompanied by live jazz. Included: surf & turf entree, plus dessert course of profiteroles filled with mascarpone Humboldt Fog foam, topped with white chocolate-truffle sauce & dusted with gold glitter. Reservations recommended at 714-261-9911 or online here. 17320 17th St., Tustin.

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KHAN SAAB DESI CRAFT KITCHEN: An exclusive, prix-fixe menu ($70/person) will be served Monday, Feb. 14, with such specials as crispy battered General Tso’s Cauliflower with tomato demi glaze, Lamb Shank Roganjosh & chocolate naan for dessert. Reservations encouraged. Website here. 229 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton.

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KRISPY KREME: Available through Feb. 14, the all-new Valentine’s doughnut collection comes in custom dozen box with two pop-out valentines. Flavors: Beary Best, chocolate icing & chocolate sprinkles, decorated like teddy bear; Bee Mine, Strawberries & KREME™ filling, red & pink icing & bee sugar piece; Cookie to My KREME™, white & chocolate icing & confetti heart sprinkles; My Batter Half, with cake batter, pink icing & heart sprinkles. Details here. Shop finder here.

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KURA REVOLVING SUSHI BAR: A $22 special, a Valentine’s Seafood Chirashi — complete with heart-shaped sauce tray — is available Feb. 11-14, while supplies last for indoor dining, takeout & delivery. Order here. Locations in Orange County.

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MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: Dine with your Valentine from Feb. 11-14, with chateaubriand for two ($159 per couple), including starter, salad or lobster bisque, two sides & dessert to share. Info & reservations here. Locations in Anaheim, Santa Ana.

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MOUNTAIN MIKE'S PIZZA: Show your PDA, “Pizza Display of Affection,” with a heart-shaped pizza, offered for carryout, delivery or dine-in. Details. Available through Feb. 28. Location finder here.

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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: A Valentine’s Day, four-course special (starting at $54) will be offered Feb. 10 through Feb. 14. Menu features: shareable "Grilled Shrimp on the Barbie" appetizer; salads; entree selections of sirloin, salmon or Alice Springs chicken; plus cheesecake to share. Website here. Locales here.

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PIEOLOGY PIZZERIA: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with sweet deal. Two freshly baked, David’s Red Velvet Cookies (white chocolate chips, Hershey’s milk chocolate, semisweet chocolate chunks & milk chocolate chunks) are $4 on Feb. 14, with other cookie flavors included, too. Available in-restaurant or online with Pie Life app or at Pieology.com. Location finder here.

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QDOBA: The Mexican-inspired chain is marking Valentine's Day with QDOBA for Kindness for its 12th year, with a Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) entrée, offered Feb. 14 only to QDOBA Rewards members. Join in advance or on Monday by texting JOIN to 73622, or at qdoba.com/rewards, and a freebie will be loaded into rewards wallets. Patrons also can support No Kid Hungry with donation in-store or online Feb. 14–20. Locations in Orange and Santa Ana. Website.

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RED LOBSTER: Just in time for Valentine's Day, Lobsterfest is back, with the new "Date Night Feast for Two" (lobster tails, sirloin steaks, shrimp, bacon mac & cheese in lobster sauce & sides). Enjoy in-restaurant or to-go. Info here. Location finder here.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Dine in style at home or at the steak house with a chateaubriand dinner for two, including choice of shrimp cocktail, Caesar or Steak House salad, mashed potatoes and creamed spinach, plus Chocolate Sin Cake for dessert. Takeout orders require 48-hour notice. Ordering & reservation details here. In Anaheim and Irvine.

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SAJJ MEDITERANEAN: For your Valentine with a sweet tooth, enjoy Chocolate Hummus, made with garbanzo beans, tahini, cocoa powder, chocolate hazelnut spread, pistachios, maple syrup & served with housemade cinnamon chips. Order all month at location in Irvine. Website here.

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SEASONS 52: To celebrate Valentine's Day at home, a dinner for two ($110) can be pre-ordered for pickup. Included: wood-grilled Kona-crusted filet mignon; salad; sides, two Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Mini Indulgence desserts; plus bottle of wine. Or for the family, order Valentine’s Day Green Box, serving four to six, with choice of tenderloin or salmon, salad, sides & six Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Mini Indulgence desserts. Details & ordering here. Location: Costa Mesa.

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SUSHI II: A one-of-a-kind, multi-course Omakase experience from Master Chef Susumu Ii will be served Monday, Feb. 14. ($250 per person). Guests will experience Japanese cuisine, with courses including classic nigiri & sashimi, appetizers, grilled & simmered dishes & more. Seating is limited. Reservations at 949-287-6268 or online here. 100 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach.

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THE BLIND PIG + KITCHEN: A one-day-only, five-course Valentine’s Day menu will be served Monday, with such specials as Hiramasa Diablo with jicama and avocado, Hanger Steak Au Poivre with crispy shallots & Cast Iron Pear Cobbler. Seats are limited. Booking & info here. Locations at 4975 Lakeview Ave., Yorba Linda & 31431 Santa Margarita Pkwy., Rancho Santa Margarita.

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TOUS LE JOURS: The “Love, Sweet Love” collection is available through Feb. 14 at the French-Asian bakery café chain. Among specialty cakes: "My Valentine" Buttercream Cake: 6-inch strawberry & confetti sponge cake with strawberry buttercream; and "Valentine’s Cloud Cake": TLJ’s signature 7-inch cloud cake with fresh berries. Details here. At participating shops. Locations throughout Orange County.

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VEGGIE GRILL: On Feb. 13-14, the 100% plant-based restaurants will offer two, free chocolate chip cookies with entree purchase. Find locations in Irvine, Laguna Niguel. Website here.

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WATERTABLE: Chef Lagoy is prepping Valentine's Day, four-course menu with such signature dishes as creamer potato cakes, grilled baby lamb chops, pomegranate salad, petit filet, roasted duck breast & pork tenderloin. $95 per person. Selection of add-ons & dessert also available. Info & full menu here. At Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach.

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WING BOSS: For your wing-lovin' special someone, a Valentine’s Day gift card deal, through Feb. 14, offers $10 bonus card for every $30 e-gift card purchased. The online gift cards can be redeemed March 1-31. Purchase on sister restaurant Dickey’s Barbecue website or at Costco stores. Info here. Location in Tustin.

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YOGURTLAND: A new, Valentine’s Day-inspired flavor, Chocolate Covered Strawberry, hits stores for limited time, along with gift-card promo offered through Feb. 14. Receive $5 bonus card with purchase of eGift card of $25 or more. Bonus cards valid in-store Feb. 15 through March 15. Offer details here. Location finder here.
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