Whatever your definition of romantic is, we here at The SCENE want to help you plan a memorable evening for you and your sweetie. Whether it is dinner by candlelight, a nice glass of wine or a tasty dessert, these featured restaurants are sure to make your Valentine's Day a special one. We asked local eateries why readers should entrust their Valentine's Dinner to them. Here's what they said:
Ginger's Coastal Eatery • 2007 East Bay Shore Dr., San Leon • 281-559-2200
"Ginger's Coastal Eatery will host An Evening of Love! We've planned something very special on the Peninsula for my Bay Area love birds! We will start the evening with a warm greeting from me and then you and your loved one will be seated at your special table. You will be introduced to your exceptional staff member who will present you with three entrees to select from: Steak Diane for two, Dover Sole or Pasta Primavera. All of this will be served with hot bread baskets with honey butter, salad and your choice of garlic or baked mashed potatoes and asparagus. Plus, do not forget creme brulee for dessert. Toasting each other is a must with the bottle of champagne that comes with this meal! This Valentine's special is $125 per couple! Come to Ginger's, where lovers meet, and enjoy Tim Holder on the Baby Grand playing your requests!"
La Brisa Mexican Bar and Grill • 4011 Hwy. 146, Bacliff • 281-559-2415
"At La Brisa, we believe Valentine's Day gives us the opportunity to change an ordinary day into an extraordinary day and to ensure that the people around us know how important and loved they are. Our two featured dishes are the Plato Enamorado and the Plato Corazon. The Plato Enamorado includes lobster tail, chicken and beef fajitas, fresh mixed vegetables served w/rice, charro beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and fresh flour tortillas. The Plato Corazon has four grilled jumbo shrimp with fresh mixed vegetables served with rice, charro beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and fresh flour tortillas. Both dishes can be prepared for one guest or two. We will also be featuring our premium strawberry margaritas. This Valentine's Day, La Brisa is ready to wow you with our great deals and an atmosphere that will bring fun and romance together."
Main 101 Grill and Bar • 101 E. Main, La Porte • 281-470-8484
"On Valentine's Day, we'll be serving from a special, limited menu. The sounds of light Jazz music will be playing as you enter the restaurant. A sincerely inviting hostess will greet you as you arrive. Our bar regulars are always willing to engage you in friendly conversation. Our lights and sounds relax and transpose you to your own personal vacation within our doors. Our enclosed outside patio seating has an alfresco ambiance. Indulge yourself in an afternoon cappuccino or evening martini. Whatever you choose for your personal enjoyment we make available and memorable. At Main 101, we offer food that is freshly prepared to your specification and attentive service with detailed precision. Tucked away in historic La Porte, come see us on Valentine's Day!"
FantaSea Yacht Charters • 2551 South Shore Blvd • League City • 281-538-9600
"FantaSea Yacht Charters is elegant and luxurious. Our uniformed staff will welcome you and your loved one on board with champagne and a long stem rose. All reservations are made in advance, so no waiting in lines and no crowds. Enjoy a gourmet meal while surrounded by the panoramic view of the moonlit bay. We offer the best in quality, service and ambience. Call to make reservation for our Valentine's special. The three-hour cruise includes a four-course gourmet meal and open bar with domestic beer and house wines."
Mamacita's Fine Mexican Food • 515 E. NASA Parkway • Webster • 281-332-5362
"Our motto has always been to enjoy the food and let us do the cooking. The quality speaks for itself! The restaurant decor is in warm colors while dim lighting is the perfect accent for a romantic dining experience. Our Valentine's Day special is a small chile con queso, mixed fajitas, a full slab of baby back ribs, four shrimp brochettes and four chocolate covered strawberries."
Mediterraneo Market and Cafe • 18033 Upper Bay Drive • 281-333-3180
"Mediterraneo has a cozy and inviting atmosphere that offers a wide variety of food and wine with an international flare. On Valentine's Day, we will feature romantic music from a Ukrainian pianist and roses for the ladies. Menu specials will also be available to celebrate the occasion including Paella with shrimp, beef and salmon, Escolope Panee and of course Tiramisu. Share your Valentine's Day with Mediterraneo."
Don Julio's Mexican Restaurant • 1804 W FM 646 Ste F • 281-614-5100
"Let Don Julio's owners Sam Rivera and Froylan Perez insure your food and drinks are as promised – tasty and timely. It will be a great start or finish to any plans you may have for this special day. We have great Tex Mex, cool Margaritas, relaxed seating and prompt service...so you can have the time to do the things 'lovers do" on Valentine's Day! Let Randy, Melisa, Michelle or Megan create that special margarita just for you with over 50 tequila blends and available flavors. Try our grilled snapper dinners: Cancun and the Al Vapor both entrees are smothered in delicious spices!"
Sundance Grill - 222 Jennings Island • 281-474-2248
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Sundance Grill II - 800 Mariners Drive • 281-535-5350
"Sundance Grill in Seabrook was awarded "the most romantic restaurant with a view" by the Houston Chronicle. The view of sunset and the glistening water set a romantic mood. Sundance at Waterford is also very romantic and overlooks the harbor. For 13 years Sundance Grill has been serving high quality food. We serve grilled seafood dishes topped with Carribic salsas and only the best Angus beef dishes. Sundance at Waterford shares a similar menu. We are serving the very best of our menu for Valentine's Day, including our Surf and Turf Special: A lobster tail and a beef tenderloin, a perfect pair to share on Valentine's Day!"
Topwater Grill • 815 Ave. O San Leon • 281-339-7232
"Topwater Grill offers waterside dining at its finest! Join us Monday, February 11 through Friday, February 15 for our week of Valentine's. We will be giving away free roses and featuring a steak and lobster special."
CORK Wine Bar • 19325 Gulf Frwy Ste 7 • 281-554-WINE
"Couples are welcome to be wined and dined by our fabulous staff. Choose from romantic champagne selections, decadent chocolate truffles, entrees from our partner restaurants such as Pei Wei, Taco Milagro, or TGI Friday's. Our staff will provide a remarkable wine experience for you and that special someone. Cork Wine Bar serves over 350 wines to choose from in the form of flight, glass, or bottle. We also offer a fine selection of beers and champagne including Dom Perignon by the glass. With the combination of our knowledgeable and courteous staff, fine wine selection, patio fire pit, and soft lighting, Cork Wine Bar creates a majestic, romantic ambiance that by far exceeds any other wine experiences in the area. Although we are accepting reservations for a romantic evening, we also have a special Valentine's Day event for singles. Starting at 7 p.m., we are hosting a reservation-only mix-and-mingle party for ages 25 to 45 for $25 per person. Guests can make new friends or, who knows, meet that special someone. You are not truly single as long as you mingle! Call 281.554.WINE or e-mail events@corkwine.net to reserve your place."
Esteban's Cafe and Cantina • 402 W Main • 281-332-4195
"Our atmosphere is filled with hot, sizzling "amor" that is sure to create memorable moments for you and your Valentine. Our chef can create a majestic mixture of exotic flavors to please any taste buds. Try our tantalizing tilapia, succulent shrimp fajitas and passionate pollo asado!"
Tequlia Boom's • 3138 NASA Rd. One • 281-326-3999
"Tequila Boom's is offering a tasty and budget-friendly Valentine's Special for $25.99. Share a parrillada for two, an order of chile con queso and choice of any one dessert! The Valentine's Parrillada includes Beef and Chicken Fajitas, Shrimp and Carnitas and all the usual fajita platter trimmings."
Harbour Club Restaurant • 2500 South Shore Harbour Blvd. • 281-334-1000
"The Harbour Club Restaurant & Wine Bar is the perfect place for your Valentine's Rendezvous. We provide romance 365 days a year so when it comes to providing that perfect experience for the love in your life we have it down to a science. This year we're offering a wonderful six-course dinner with wine and champagne for $75 a person. Enjoy the melodic sounds of the Mike Mcculloch trio as the sun sets over Clear Lake. If you're looking to make an entire evening, we can make room reservation for you at South Shore Harbour resort for a special $99 rate. For more information about Valentine's specials, visit us at ww.harbourclubrestaurant.com."
More Options:
To follow are more options to think about when making a "Reservations For Romance" on Valentine's Day.
Gabacho's Mexican Grill • 4449 NASA Parkway • 281-326-5697
Masa Sushi Fusion • 977 NASA Rd. One • 281-486-9888
Masa Sushi Sake Bar • 1804 W FM 646 • 281-337-1288
Las Haciendas Mexican Bar & Grill • 1020 NASA Rd. 1 • 281-557-3500
Las Haciendas @ Fuqua • 12933 Gulf Frwy. • 281-484-6888
Floyd's Cajun Seafood House • 20760 Gulf Freeway • 281-332-7474
Mely's (Seabrook) • 3659 NASA Parkway • 281-532-3260
Mely's (League City) • 2951 Marina Bay Dr. • 281-334-7914
Sartin's Seafood • 18023 Upper Bay Dr. • 281-333-4040
Don Pico's Mexican Restaurant • 2110 Bay Area Blvd. • 281-280-8081
Seabrook Classic Cafe • 2511 NASA Parkway • 281-326-1512
Classic Cafe @ Dixie Farm Road • 15323 Gulf Freeway • 281-481-5130
Berryhill Baha Grill & Cantina • 19431 Gatebrook Dr. • 281-332-TACO
Star Cinema Grill • 1020 NASA Road 1, Suite 152 • 281-557-9300
T-Bone Tom's • 707 Hwy. 146 • 281-334-2133
Clifton by the Sea • 10 Grand Ave. • 281-339-3474
