Whether you’re bringing someone or going solo, everyone deserves a romantic Valentine’s Day filled with fun activities, good vibes and even better food. But we all know how difficult it actually is to plan a nice day out with all the considerations and options available.
We’re here to help you out with a list of restaurants, experiences and gifts that can cater to all your Valentine’s Day needs!
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Fine Dining
If you’re aiming to impress (or like spoiling your other half), here are some over-the-top, luxurious options including some Michelin Star establishments!
Burnt Ends
Burnt Ends is a 1 Michelin Star restaurant that specialises in Australian barbeque. It has cemented its spot on Asia’s Best 50 Restaurants List with its menu of curated dishes that use a charcoal grill, with everything from meats to vegetables. The Chef’s Select is a great way to get the full experience, and you can expect a lineup of specials curated by the chefs to showcase their prowess.
You can read our full experience at Burnt Ends here! For more information, visit their official website here.
Burnt Ends
7 Dempsey Rd, Singapore 249671
Tues-Sat, 12pm-2pm, 6pm-8:30pm
Ce Soir
A fine dining concept from the team behind Le Jardin, Café De Nicole’s Flower and Under Der Linden is Ce Soir, offering French cuisine with an Asian twist. The menu smartly incorporates florals into its dishes to match its decor, and you can look forward to dishes like Hirasama Kingfish served with black radish, granny smith apple juice and goji berry sauce. The lunch menus start at $78 and the dinner menu options from $148.
Read our full review of Ce Soir here, and book reservations here.
Ce Soir Restaurant
5B Portsdown Rd, Singapore 139311
Wed-Sun, 12pm-2pm, 6:30pm-9pm, Closed on Mons & Tues
Meta
Located at Keong Saik Road, Meta is a 1 Michelin Star modern Korean restaurant. There are lunch and dinner menus (from $248++ and $298++) available, with a selection of unique twists on traditional Korean dishes like Kimbap, Gyeran Jjim and Korean BBQ. You can expect an elevated gastronomical experience for you and your plus one!
Check out our full review of Meta here.
Meta Restaurant
1 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089109
Tues-Thurs, 6-11pm, Fri-Sat, 12-3pm, 6:30-11pm (Closed on Sun & Mon)
Wakuda
Wakuda is the brainchild of chef Tetsuya Wakuda, founder of the 2 Michelin Star fine-dining Japanese restaurant Waku Ghin. Wakuda boasts a beautiful interior design, alongside its menu of elevated dishes like Wagyu Beef Wakuda Sushi ($18) and Classic Saikyo Yaki ($62), a grilled miso cod.
Check out our Wakuda review here. Secure a table on the official website.
Wakuda Singapore
10 Bayfront Avenue, MBS Hotel Tower 2 Lobby, Singapore 018956
Tues-Sun, 5pm-12am. Closed on Mondays.
Nouri
Nouri is a restaurant with an innovative menu that helped them secure their 1 Michelin Star. They offer both lunch and dinner courses (from $228 and $328 respectively) featuring unique flavours like ikan bilis with chocolate, alongside premium ingredients like A5 Yamaguchi Wagyu ribeye. Those who enjoy more experimental or unique flavour profiles would enjoy Nouri’s offerings.
Read our full review of Nouri here, and secure your reservations here.
Restaurant Nouri
72 Amoy Street, Singapore 069891
Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun, 12pm-2:30pm, Tues-Sun, 6pm-9pm. Closed on Mondays.
Restaurants
The following list of restaurants offers an elevated dining experience with a great ambience and a unique selection of food that would make great conversation starters.
Bedrock
The Bedrock Group is the brains behind award-winning steakhouse concepts Bedrock Bar & Grill and Bedrock Origin. They are offering Valentine’s Day-exclusive 4-Course Set Dinner at each restaurant with different tantalising dishes.
The Steak with Love Set Dinner ($320++ per couple) from Bedrock Bar & Grill has dishes like Cured Wagyu Beef Wrapped Oyster and a whole Surf & Turf platter. The menu even includes a glass of Chevalier Blanc De Blanc, Burgundy sparkling wine per diner to round out the dinner. The dinner is only available on 13 and 14 February for dine-in.
Bedrock Origin is offering the Love on the Island Set Dinner ($158++ per person) with a lineup including Kingfish & Scallop Carpaccio and Keisan Wagyu Striploin, also with a complimentary glass of Chevalier Blanc de Blanc.
For more information, visit their official website. Secure a reservation at Bedrock Bar & Grill here and Bedrock Origin here.
CÉ LA VI
With a stellar view overlooking the Singapore skyline, CÉ LA VI restaurant and bar is offering a Valentine’s Day Five-Course Menu ($198++ per person). The menu offers dishes like Yellowtail Hamachi in a beautiful, ornate rose; A4 Miyazaki Striploin and a heart-shaped Rose Vanilla Mousse.
The menu is only available on 14 February and reservations are required. For more information, visit their official website.
CÉ LA VI
Level 57, Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, Hotel Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Avenue, 018971
Valentine’s Day Five-Course Menu: 5.30pm-11pm
1-GROUP
1-GROUP oversees over 10 restaurant concepts including FLNT, Bee’s Knees, FIRE, MONTI and YANG CLUB. Each concept has unique Valentine’s Day offerings from course menus to club parties!
Some highlights include a five-course dinner at the beautiful open-air terrace at The Alkaff Mansion, an Australian-inspired five-course dinner at KAARLA or let loose at YANG CLUB with a Stupid Cupid-themed party for single ladies – enjoy free entry until 1 am and $10 cocktails!
For the full list of offerings, visit 1-Group’s official website.
Sol & Ora
Perched on top of The Outpost Hotel is Sol & Ora, a Latin-Mediterranean restaurant with a leisurely coastal interior design. They have a Valentine’s Day 3-Course Dinner Sharing Menu ($98++ per person) with a variety of tasty sharing dishes. You can look forward to the Petite Mezza Platter with Norweigan salmon tartare, oysters and other goodies; and the Sharing Platter with a mix of surf and turf like Wagyu and octopus.
The menu is available on 10, 11, 12 and 14 February 2023. Visit their website for more information.
Sol & Ora
#07-01, 10 Artillery Ave, 099951
Open daily
Wa-En Wagyu Yakiniku
Wa-En Wagyu Yakiniku offers a tantalising selection of premium wagyu cuts that you can cook over the grill! For a luxe option, go for the Luxury Wagyu Beef Platter ($158) with 5 types of A5 Miyazaki Wagyu including ribeye, marbled karubi and beef tongue. Wa-En also offers side dishes like the refreshing Morioka Cold Noodle ($18) alongside a menu of unique cocktails like the Miyazaki Wagyu Fat-washed Old Fashioned ($24).
Check out our full article on Wa-En Wagyu Yakiniku here, and visit their official website for more information.
Wa-En Wagyu Yakiniku
#01-224 Jewel Changi Airport
Open daily, 11am-4pm, 5pm-10pm
The Butcher’s Wife
Have you had gluten-free food before? Butcher’s Wife is a fully gluten-free restaurant that serves up Brazilian-inspired fare, with many vegan-friendly options. Try their Lamb Picanha ($38) with pistachio yoghurt and fresh orange salsa or the vegan The Wife’s Croquetas ($14) dipped into housemade fermented cashew chilli sauce. There’s also a great selection of natural wines to go with your meal!
Read our full review of The Butcher’s Wife here! Head to their website for more information.
The Butcher’s Wife
19 Yong Siak Street, Singapore 168650
Tues-Fri, 12pm-3:30pm, 6pm-11:30pm, Sat-Sun, 11:30am-11:30pm
Les Bouchons
Enjoy free-flow fries and tender steak at Les Bouchons, a French steakhouse. The outlet in Rochester boasts 2 floors of stylish French-inspired decor and an outdoor pétanque court that would definitely set the mood for a romantic evening. Their menu features items like Grilled Sirloin Wagyu ($78), Terrine de Foie-gras “Maison” ($26) and an assortment of wines.
Check out our full review of Les Bouchons here!
Les Bouchons Rochester
10 Rochester Park, Rochester Commons, S139221
Tues to Sun, Closed on Mondays.
Kissajin
Kissajin in Shaw Center offers a unique interactive omakase experience where you can fish out your own dish (literally)! Try your hand at getting a Goma Tofu with tangy yuzu dressing, and chow down on dishes like Katsu sandwiches and Japanese curry rice with Kagoshima Wagyu. There are two menu options: a seven-course lunch omakase ($68++) and an eight-course dinner omakase ($98++) for an intimate meal that is sure to spark a conversation.
We got to try our hand at Kissajin, read about our experience here.
Kissajin
1 Scotts Rd, #01-11 Shaw Centre, Singapore 228208
Mon-Sun, 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10:30pm
Gary’s
For a premium dinner, Gary’s is offering a 7-course Valentine’s Day menu ($198++) with items like the Get Cheesy this Winter with Me, a cream pasta served in a cheese wheel, Japanese Arita Wagyu and Spanish Red Prawns. Couples can also get their photo taken and walk away with a complimentary teddy bear! For more information, visit their official website.
Gary’s
41 Rochester Drive Singapore 138582
Open Tues-Fri & Sat, 11.30am-3pm, 6pm-11pm
iKO
iKO presents a unique and experimental menu of modern Japanese flavours that will definitely spark a conversation. The menu presents items like Negitoro Ice Cream ($18) served in a seaweed cone, Hay Smoked Hamachi ($24) and 8 Hours Braised Abalone ($28) for a curated menu that showcases the best of Japanese produce.
For more information, check out our full review of iKO! Email reservations@iko.com.sg to secure a table.
iKO
65 Neil Road, Singapore 088897
Mon-Sat, 12pm-3pm, 5.30pm-12am, Closed on Sundays
Hatsu
For a more classic omakase experience, try Hatsu – a hidden sushi omakase restaurant in Newton. Chef Leon Yap helms the restaurant with a curated menu designed to highlight the flavours of different Japanese prefectures, ranging from sashimi to cooked foods. Expect dishes like steamed Hokkaido crab and Umami Bomb Maki that comes brimming with fresh uni.
The lunch omakase is priced between $60 to $120, while the dinner omakase menu is $128 to $250. Read more about our experience there, and visit their official website for more information. Do note they are reservation-only!
Hatsu
36 Newton Rd, #03-01, Singapore 307964
Mon-Sat, 12pm-2pm, 6pm-10:30pm
Gotti
Savour Napoli cuisine in style at Gotti, a plush Italian restaurant that boasts a menu of well-executed dishes and an equally interesting cocktail menu. The Guanciale Di Manzo ($32) features a rich sauce of slow-braised wagyu beef cheek and handmade fusilli pasta, while a stellar non-meat option is the Branzino Livornese ($38) with char-grilled seabass.
Their sleek interior is also a big focal point, with an open bar and comfortable cushion chairs designed for intimate gatherings around great meals. Learn more about our experience there here.
Gotti Italiano
78 Amoy St, Singapore 069897
Open daily, 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-11.30pm (Last order for mains 9.30pm)
Thirty Six Brewlab and Smokehouse
Thirty Six Brewlab and Smokehouse is a gastropub by local brewery Lion Brewery Co serving up tasty items with house-brewed, on-tap beers. They are offering a four-course Valentine’s Day dinner menu ($138++ for singles, $268++ for couples) with a selection of options you can choose from.
The menu includes items like Scallop Ceviche, Pistachio Crusted Lamb Rack, Black Onyx Angus Beef Striploin and sweet treats like Deconstructed Berry Crumble. The dinner is on a pre-order basis only, email info@thirtysix.sg or call 6239 0350 seven days in advance.
For more information, visit their website.
Thirty Six Brewlab and Smokehouse
36 Club St, Singapore 069469
Open daily, 11.30am-12am
Da Paolo
Da Paolo is offering a menu of hearty Italian fare for Valentine’s Day across its three concepts: Da Paolo Dempsey Restaurant & Bar, Da Paolo Pizza Bar and Da Paolo Gastronomia.
Choose from a whole selection of mains, cocktails and desserts, including an Egg Tagliatelle with seared duck liver and porcini mushrooms ($52++) from the Dempsey Restaurant & Bar and a whole Valentine’s Day Set Menu ($98++ per couple) from the Pizza bar with items like Caprese Fried Pizza and Hokkaido Scallop Carpaccio Pizza.
There is also a slew of cookies and chocolates at Da Paolo Gastronomia that make perfect gifts for your Valentine! For full details, check out Da Paolo’s website. Get a table at Da Paolo Dempsey Restaurant & Bar, Da Paolo Pizza Bar and Da Paolo Gastronomia online respectively.
Wagatomo
Wagatomo is presenting a unique 7-course Valentine’s Day menu ($98++ per pax, minimum 2 to dine) designed with ingredients that are a ‘perfect match’, a playful but fitting theme to the dinner. Sample pairings like Surf & Turf, Tomato & Watermelon and Fish & Chips that are served with flair.
For more information, visit their website.
Wagatomo
#01-12, Guoco Tower, 5 Wallich Street, Singapore 078883
Open Mon-Sat, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10.30pm
Casa Pietrasanta
Enjoy an intimate dinner with Casa Piestrasanta’s four-course dinner ($110++ per pax), with items like Roasted Iberico Black Pork and Seabass Carpaccio with pink peppercorn. The menu also includes a glass of Prosecco and a hazelnut chocolate heart for a sweet treat.
For reservations, call 8125 1154.
Casa Pietrasanta
#02-04/05, 1 Fusionopolis Way
Open Mon-Sat, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10pm
Bars
If you and your partner enjoy artisanal cocktails and alcoholic drinks, here are some bars in Singapore that are perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Analogue Initiative
Analogue Initiative is a 100% plant-based bar that serves up a unique selection of artisanal cocktails and bar bites. Choose from drinks like Spaceman ($25) with peanut butter and Kyoho grapes or Soursop ($25) with lemongrass and vegan honey.
The savoury bar bites include vegan Nuggetz ($18) and Poutine ($20) which are sure to pair well with the drinks. Analogue Initiative is also known for its 3D-printed wave bar countertop made from recycled plastic which makes for a stunning backdrop for an intimate dinner.
Check out our article on Analogue Initiative here, and book a reservation here.
Analogue Initiative
30 Victoria St, #01-31 Chijmes, Singapore 187996
Tues-Sun, 5pm-12am. Closed on Mondays.
Offtrack
Nothing beats a night out with good food and good music, and Offtrack is the place for music lovers! This music-centric bar offers a selection of bar bites, unique cocktails and a whole lot of vibes. If you’re an LP lover, you’ll love the interior design that’s decorated with vintage vinyl records and a cosy listening corner.
Pick from items like Burnt Chilli Dip ($12), Babi Bakar ($32) and SF Style Garlic Noodles ($14). Their cocktail menu has drinks like East 8 Hold-Up ($21) with Tried & True Vodka, passionfruit and lime and an array of beers, highballs and wines.
Read our full review here and visit their website for more information.
Offtrack
34 North Canal Road, Singapore 059290
Tues-Sat, 4pm-10:30pm
ANJU
ANJU is a modern Korean dining and bar experience serving up elevated bar foods and a great selection of Korean alcoholic drinks. Their signature drink is the Champagne Makgeolli ($75), a twist on the traditional fermented rice wine. Pair their drinks with their menu of snacks and mains like Black Bean Mascarpone ($16), Abalone Gim Pasta ($34) and Yangnyeom Cauliflower ($20). This place is elevated but cosy, with their dishes being a great catalyst for conversation.
Read our full review of ANJU here.
ANJU Restaurant
62 Tras St, Singapore 079001
Tues-Sat, 6pm-10:30pm, Closed on Mondays and Sundays
Mama Diam
Hidden behind an old-school mama shop is Mama Diam, a speakeasy decorated with familiar nostalgic memorabilia from our collective childhoods. Their varied menu includes bar bites like A4 Wagyu Aburi Beef Nigiri ($19) to full portion meals like Herbal Bak Kut Teh Udon ($15) and Duck Confit ($20).
Mama Diam’s cocktails are all infused with local flavours like Rosie ($16), inspired by bandung and Mama’s Kopi ($16), a stronger espresso-based cocktail.
Check out our full experience at Mama Diam here, and visit their website for more information!
Mama Diam
38 Prinsep Street #01-01, Singapore 188665
Mon-Sun, 4pm-10:30pm
issho izakaya
Enjoy drinks by the water at issho izakaya One Fullerton, located right by the Singapore river! The izakaya is offering a 6-course Valentine’s Day dinner (from $198 per person). The course includes items like premium Japanese seafood, Wagyu beef and Iberico pork.
issho izakaya
1 Fullerton Rd, #01-05, Singapore 049213
Mon-Fri, 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-10pm
Sat, Sun, 11.30am-10pm
VUE
VUE is offering a stellar Valentine’s Day four-course menu (from $788 per couple) that showcases some ultra-premium ingredients for a luxurious evening. The menu features dishes like a Seafood Platter For Two with lobster and fresh oysters, Foie Gras Tsukune Skewers, A5 ‘Kokuou’ Emperor Black Wagyu Kumamoto and a pleasing Lychee Rose dessert designed in the shape of a heart.
The menu is only available for one day on 14 February 2023 and has lunch and dinner seating available. For more information, visit their official website.
Valentine’s Day Gifts & Desserts
From chocolates to cakes, here’s a compilation of Valentine’s Day-exclusive sweets you can enjoy!
Janice Wong
Chocolates are essential for Valentine’s Day, and Janice Wong has you covered with her Valentine’s Day 2023 collection. These handcrafted treats boast intricate designs that are sure to wow any date!
The Heart of Eternity Sculpture ($150) is a sphere covered in ornate red hearts of Single Origin 70% Dark Chocolate, and the Valentines’s Cake (from $58) is a heart-shaped cream cheese mousse cake with strawberry rose compote.
They also offer a number of Heart-Shaped Bon Bons ($28 for Five, $42 for Nine) and a 70% Bean to Bar Elderflower Dark Chocolate ($14). The collection is available online or at any of Janice Wong’s three outlets in I12 Katong, Paragon and Great World City.
Angelina
Surprise your date (or yourself) with a selection of Parisian treats from Angelina! There is a selection of macaroons (from $13 for a box of 4) available in flavours like Mont-Blanc, caramel, chocolate and pistachio. The chocolate selection includes ganaches and pralines (from $12 for 4) in a variety of refined flavours like hazelnut and almond-sesame praline.
There are also gift boxes available from $58 with goodies like hot chocolate, teas, biscuits and chocolate candies for the ultimate surprise gift.
Order Angelina online or at their storefront in Marina Bay Sands.
Angelina
#B2 – 89/89A, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018972
Open daily, 11am-10.30pm
Swensen’s
Commemorate sweet memories with Swensen’s! Their A Moment Frozen In Time Ice Cream Cake ($38.00, 350g) is customisable with a picture of your choice to be printed on the cake alongside a message (up to 15 characters).
Confess your feelings with their heart-shaped Passion Ice Cream Cake ($39.00, 400g) that comes with a piping bag of fudge so you can write your heartfelt messages! The strawberry ice cream, named Strawrry Ice Cream Pint ($11.80) – a play for ‘sorry’, because it’s the hardest word to say – is also available for purchase.
Everything is available for order online and store pick-up from 5 February 2023, but do note you need to make the order 3 days in advance.
The Hainan Story
Have a tea-time Valentine with The Hainan Story’s ‘Be My Valentine’ high tea set ($18.80++ per set) with a selection of Hainanese sweet treats like roll cakes, Hainanese toast and a cute sweet pink bear coconut dessert.
The set is available exclusively at The Hainan Story Chapter One at Hotel Boss from 7 to 14 February 2023.
The Hainan Story Chapter One
#01-09 Hotel Boss, 500 Jln Sultan, Singapore 199020
Open daily, 8am-2am
Godiva
Famous chocolatier Godiva has a series of sweet Valentine’s Day chocolate boxes! There are new flavours to try including the sparkling Almond Praline Moon-Shaped Dark Chocolate and Caramel Ganache Star-Shaped Dark Chocolate available a la carte ($4.50) or in Godiva’s VDay 23 Gift Box 18pcs ($119).
There’s also the limited edition Strawberry Milk Chocolate Carré and Dark Chocolate Feuilletine Carré in ornate floral boxed perfect for gifting.
Peruse the entire collection online.
Le Matin
Famed patisserie Le Matin is offering a new stylish cake for Valentine’s Day. The Strawberry Shortcake Entremet is an elevated take on the classic strawberry shortcake, featuring layers of vanilla sponge, strawberry gum brulee and Valrhona strawberry chocolate. The cake is available for dine-in and takeaway at their new ION Orchard outlet!
Le Matin Patisserie
ION Orchard #B2-49, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Mon-Sun, 10am-10pm
Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
Running out of things to do other than just eating? Here are a few Valentine’s day-exclusive activities you can do!
Baker & Cook
Live your cottage-core fantasies with an outdoor picnic with Baker & Cook! In an exclusive collaboration with Deliveroo, Baker & Cook is offering 30 limited edition Valentine’s Day Exclusive Picnic Bundles ($30) from 10 February to 14 February.
The bundle comes with a teal picnic basket and 6 fresh bakes including gingerbread cookies and a Pain Au Chocolat. Enjoy the exclusive $30 price when you order on Deliveroo at any of their outlets: Chip Bee Gardens, Eng Kong Terrace, Hillcrest Road, Serangoon Garden Way and Swan Lake.
X-SCAP8
Take your relationships to new heights (literally) with X-SCAP8! The indoor playground is offering an all-in-one Valentine’s package with all you need for a fun-filled date: Access to their high element course or X-Warrior obstacle course and a 4-course dinner set.
The dinner items feature dishes like Cold Lobster Capellini, Pan Seared Sous Vide Seabass or Beef Wellington. The package is only available from 10 February to 14 February and is sure to be a good time!
Read more about our visit to X-SCAP8 here and secure a slot here!
X-SCAP8
#07-02 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, Singapore 238896
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 11am – 10pm
Citadines Connect City Centre Singapore
Fancy a staycay? Citadines Connect City Centre is offering a Valentine’s Day Suite (From $888/night) with a slew of complimentary inclusions like a 1-way limousine transfer, set breakfast and even a candlelit dinner. The stay is valid for 14 February and you can set reservations now till 12 February 2023.
To secure a room, visit their website.
Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES
The charming space around CHIJMES and Capitol Singapore will be transformed into a Valentine’s Day wonderland with a lineup of fun date night activities! There are six festive bubble domes that serve up cuisine from CHIJMES dining outlets for a meal under the stars, a Happily Ever After photo corner and a Crafter’s Market at Capitol Singapore.
Create some great memories from 10 February to 14 February 2022!
Nandos
It may be a little weird that Nandos is featured in this section, but for good reason. They are hosting a giveaway where you and a partner stand a chance to win an all-inclusive staycation at a 5-star hotel worth up to $500! All you need to do is take a picture of a HOT PERi-PERi sauce bottle with your meal in Nando’s and share it on your story while tagging your partner’s handle, @NandossG and #NandosHotNightIn.
The contest is running now till 8 February 2023, so hurry now to be one of five lucky winners!
Valentine’s Day Ideas In Singapore
The occasion is chock full of promotions and might be a little stressful, but we hope our list helped you plan for a fruitful and memorable Valentine’s Day!
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