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Best Places to Spend Valentine’s Day in Tampa Bay 2024

Yacht StarShip

Yacht Starship Valentine's Day Promotion

Tampa & Clearwater – Whether you celebrate Galentines, or Valentines, you can set sail aboard The Yacht StarShip for an unforgettable time.

February 11th- Gather your gal pals and enjoy the ultimate celebration of friendship. Set sail on a 2-hour cruise and indulge with laughter, delicious cuisine and great music! The cruise includes bottomless mimosas, so you can set the tone for a day of celebration. The Galentine’s Brunch Cruise is sure to offer plenty of photo opportunities with your besties with the waterways of Tampa Bay as your backdrop! So, gather your squad, don your best pink and red brunch attire, and join us on Yacht Starship for a two-hour celebration of friendship, good food, and great vibes!

February 13th- February 14th- Take the stress out of gift-giving this Valentine’s Day and treat yourself and your significant other to a romantic cruise leaving out of Tampa or Clearwater. Yacht StarShip has a variety of both lunch and dinner cruises.

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Prices starting at $64.95 per person for brunch or starting at $119.95 per person for dinner


Tradewinds Island Resorts

St. Pete Beach – TradeWinds Island Resorts is offering a special Valentine's Day menu in two locations.

Palm Court Italian Grill at the TradeWinds Island Grand will have a special holiday menu from 5:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. on Valentine's Day.

Special holiday menu includes: 14oz Ribeye Served with Sherry Buttered Mushrooms, Truffle Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables ($48); Mediterranean Salmon Served over Lobster and Crab Stuffed Ravioli in a Sherry Lobster Sauce with Seasonal Vegetables ($42)

Each of the above meals is also served with a Chocolate Tort Topped with Strawberries

RumFish Grill at RumFish Beach Resort will offer an exclusive four-course meal from 5-10 p.m. on Valentine's Day.

Two additions to the regular menu are being offered: Peppercorn Crusted 10 oz. Beef Tenderloin & Twin Warm Water 5 oz. Lobster Tails ($135); Raspberry Martini with Choice of Vodka, Raspberry Simple Syrup and Fresh Raspberries with a Red Sugar Rim ($15

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The Birchwood Canopy and Pier Teaki

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Downtown St. Pete – The rooftop bar, The Birchwood Canopy, will be offering a Sweetheart Package within the cabanas that includes 1 bottle of Mumm Champagne, charcuterie board , and chocolate-covered strawberries for a 2-hour reservation for $150.

Available 2/12-2/15 only.
To reserve, contact:
[email protected]

*price does not include service fee and tax

Call 727-317-2846 for Reservations


Teak and Birch & Vine

Downtown St. Pete – Teak and Birch & Vine will be offering a special Prix Fixe (available 2/9-2/18) & Holiday a la Carte Menu (available 2/14 only)

Wine Specials & Gourmet Desserts

Reservations are highly encouraged!

Call 727-896-1080 for Birch & Vine or 727-513-8325 for Teak or visit our profiles on OpenTable. 

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The Don CeSar

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St. Pete Beach – The Don CeSar invites you to celebrate your love with a romantic dining experience at Maritana. Book your reservation today and indulge in a Prix Fixe Menu.

Reservations are also available for the Society Table Valentine's Day Dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Martiana Valentine's Day Dinner: $99.10 per person

Society Table Valentine's Day Dinner: $78.30 per person

Call 844-338-1501 for Reservations


Epicurean Hotel

South Tampa – Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar at Tampa’s Epicurean Hotel is presenting seven curated menu items to celebrate the Valentine’s Day holiday. The specials are available Friday, Feb. 10 through Tuesday, Feb. 14 in addition to their regular dinner menu. 

Selections Include: Poached Oysters – Crab, Truffle Polenta, Caviar;  Foie Gras Torchon – Short Rib Jam, Brioche, Pickled Mustard Seed; Homemade Ricotta Ravioli – Guanciale, Confit Tomato, Basil; Porcini Dusted Pheasant – Wild Mushroom Risotto, Spinach, Chasseur Sauce; Grilled Bronzino – Ratatouille, Sun Dried Tomato, Artichoke, Moroccan Olive; Bone-In NY Strip for Two – Truffled Potato Puree, Mushrooms, Asparagus, Port Wine Sauce; Flourless Red Velvet Cake for Two – Cream Cheese Ice Cream, Hot Fudge

All diners will receive a complimentary glass of rosé sparkling wine, and dessert is on the house for couples married 20 years or longer.

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Fenway Hotel

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Dunedin- HEW Parlor & Chophouse at Fenway Hotel in Dunedin is offering Valentine’s Day dinner specials and a featured wine list on Wednesday, Feb. 14, in addition to its full menu.

Specials include: Kaluga & Prime Smoked Beef, Creamy Langostino & Pappardelle – Winter Truffle, Rose Water; Grilled Duroc Chop – Black Mission Fig & Muscato Grape Agrodolce

Fenway Hotel is also offering a Valentine’s “Paint the Sunset” event on Monday, Feb.12, for just $45 per person. Perfect for singles or couples, guests can celebrate Valentine’s Day by painting a beautiful sunset and sipping on a delicious cocktail. Drink included with the purchase of ticket. Tickets can be purchased online.

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JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

Clearwater Beach – This Valentine’s Day, couples are invited to celebrate with four romantic offers at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, an enchanting beachfront setting to celebrate the season of love.

 Valentine’s Day Dinner at Latitude 28° – Explore the new Mediterranean menu or indulge in a curated Surf & Turf special, both featuring the finest seasonal ingredients and expertly paired with exquisite wines, all with breathtaking ocean views. The Surf & Turf special is $75 per adult (13+), excluding beverage, tax, and gratuity. Locals dining at Latitude 28° can enjoy complimentary valet parking through Jan. 31. Reservations are available on Open Table.

 Valentine’s Day Beachfront Dinner – Indulge in an epic five-course dinner at a private beachfront table for two. From decadent appetizers to sumptuous main courses and delightful desserts, each course delivers a symphony of flavors. Dinner for two is $648, or $800 with beverage pairing, excluding beverage, tax, and gratuity. Locals dining at Latitude 28° can enjoy complimentary valet parking through Jan. 31. Limited reservations available. 

Intimate Escape Package – The resort is offering this limited-time package featuring luxurious accommodations with special amenities and personalized touches, ensuring a magical romantic retreat. The package includes a glass of champagne or sparkling wine upon arrival; chocolate covered strawberries; a couples massage at the Spa by JW; and dinner for two at Latitude 28°.

Relax & Romance Spa Promotion – Available through March 2024, this special spa promotion is ideal for a romantic, shared escape to serenity. Couples can choose any two spa treatments per person for just $355 (excluding service charge): Bespoke Massage; Bespoke Facial; Purify & Renew Exfoliation Treatment; or Seaside Manicure & Pedicure.

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Red Mesa

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St. Pete – Experience a romantic dinner for two with a 2 for $100 menu. Enjoy a welcome cocktail, loaded queso, and your choice of Peruvian Chicken or Carne Asada as the main course. Complete your meal with Chocolate Tacos for dessert.

For singles lookin to mingle, the DeSanto rooftop Singles Mixer is the place. $40 per person, enjoy a welcome cocktail, passed apps, and receive a drink ticket.

Ladies, you can celebrate Galentine's Day at Cantina! On February 13th, enjoy an exclusive all-day Galentine's menu that includes one house margarita, an entree, and a serving of chips and salsa per table – for 2 for $50.

Tickets available on Resy


Hostess, Watercolor Class with Inky Fingers

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St. Pete – Margot from Inky Fingers calligraphy is hosting a Watercolor Class  on Valentine's Day for engaged couples, newlyweds, or gal pals looking for something fun and creative to do instead of or before dinner. 6pm at Hostess in St. Pete

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Sal Y Mar

Midtown Tampa – Sal Y Mar Rooftop Bar is offering a romantic three-course prix fixe menu for two this Valentine’s Day. For just $150++ per couple, guests will receive a three-course dinner and champagne toast upon arrival. Dinner reservations available from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.

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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach Wedding Venue

Clearwater Beach –

Celebrate love at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach with a special Beachfront Bliss package for two! Indulge in a romantic getaway with the special package, featuring:

  • Up to 10% off Gulf View of Gulf Front accommodations
  • Complimentary cabana upgrade
  • $100 dining credit and romantic experience at Ocean Hai

Ocean Hai, Valentine's Day Dinner Reservations:

Discover an extraordinary culinary experience this Valentine's Day at Ocean Hai, where we're adding a touch of magic to romance. Our carefully curated 5-course dinner invites you to savor inspired flavors, with tantalizing options to elevate your evening through exquisite wine pairings and the indulgence of fresh lobster. As the night unfolds, a hidden treasure awaits, turning this evening into a spectacle of wonder and excitement. Dare to be delighted, reserve your table now, and get ready to be swept away on a wave of enchantment at Ocean Hai!

Reservations are $98 per person, Reserve online

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