However you feel about Valentine’s Day as a holiday, it’s always a great excuse to enjoy an indulgent meal at a local restaurant. 

While nearly every restaurant in town will be welcoming guests to dine on the holiday, these spots are showcasing special menus or experiences that are worth checking out.

If something catches your eye, be sure to make a reservation ASAP (if required). Few of these will last very long.

Need more ideas? Check out my 52 Restaurants List for 2025 or our always popular Romantic Dining Guide.

Celebrate early

Saturday, Feb. 8

Mason Street Grill
425 E. Mason St., (414) 298-3131
masonstreetgrill.com
Treat someone you love to an unforgettable cooking class from Executive Chef Alex Adams on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sip on bubbly while you and your love create a delicious three-course meal featuring Honeycrisp apple and shaved fennel salad; herb-crusted sea bass and indulgent Baked Alaska. Pricing is $125 per person, plus tax and service charges. Reservations are required and can be made online. 

The Rouge Ballroom @ The Pfister Hotel
424 E. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 273-8222
thepfisterhotel.com
Enjoy a decadent evening of chocolate and wine with someone you love on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 7 to 9 p.m. Led by The Pfister’s Executive Pastry Chef, Travis Martinez, this experience includes samples of eight types of Valrhona chocolate and four expertly paired wines. Cost is $65 per person, plus tax and service charges. Reservations are required and can be made online.

Valentine's Day weekend

ARIA at Saint Kate Arts Hotel
139 E. Kilbourn Ave., (414) 431-1211
saintkatearts.com/dining/aria-restaurant
Celebrate Valentine's Day at ARIA with enhanced menu offeringsavailable Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15. Reservations can be made online.

Bacchus
925 E. Wells St., (414) 765-1166
bartolottas.com/bacchus
Bacchus will offer a special three-course menu on Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m. The cost is $125 per person with optional wine pairings available. Guests choose from dishes including lobster bisque;  filet mignon or lobster tail tagilatelle; and a chocolate bombe or cherry chiffon. View the full menu and make your reservations online.

Birch
459 E. Pleasant St., (414) 323-7372
birchonpleasant.com
Birch will be offering a three-course pre-fixe menu for $88 per person (prepaid) on Valentine’s Day. The menu will include a choice of tuna tostada or squash soup to start; a second course of ricotta-filled pasta; a choice of walleye or beef for the entree; and a dessert prepared by Pastry Chef Ariel Welch. Expertly curated beverage pairings are also available for an additional charge. View the full menu and make your reservations online.

Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria
249 N Water St., (414) 431-1133
bluebatkitchen.com
Enjoy a vibrant night out at Blue Bat with offerings like lobster bao buns with brown butter aioli and chives plus refreshing drinks like a Blanco Rosa Cosmo featuring Codigo Blanco Rosa, lemon, cranberry, and blood orange. Reservations can be made online.

The Bridgewater Modern Grill
2011 S. 1st St., (414) 299-6556
bridgewatermke.com
Get the romance going with date night at The Bridgewater. Indulge in fresh East & West Coast oysters followed by the lobster cacio e pepe with oak-fired 7-ounce wild caught lobster tail, spaghetti, and cracked pepper parmesan cream. Or add an oak-fired lobster tail to any entrée. Reservations can be made online.

Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club
7700 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, (414) 271-7700
thebuckatabon.com
Treat your love to a uniquely Wisconsin supper club experience. Buckatabon will offer numerous Valentine's Day specials Feb. 14-16 beginning at 4 p.m.  Offerings include Shrimp Fra Diavolo (linguine in a spicy flavorful tomato sauce, roasted tomatoes, and sauteed shrimp); Espresso Martini Cheesecake featuring an Oreo cookie crust and chocolate-covered strawberry garnish; Flaming Cherries Jubilee ice cream cocktail (Buckatabon Brandy cherry bounce, ice cream, bounce cherries). Reservations can be made online.

Café Benelux
346 N. Broadway, (414) 501-2500
cafebenelux.com
Cafe Benelux will offer numerous Valentine's Day specials Feb. 14-16 beginning at 3 p.m.  Offerings include Bourbon Glazed Salmon with smashed potatoes, spicy garlic mustard, roasted bacon Brussels sprouts and pickled pepper; Jumbo Red Velvet Cupcakes stuffed with cheesecake filling with white chocolate ganache buttercream; and the Match Made in Haven cocktail with RumHaven Coconut Rum, pineapple, grapefruit, bubbles and cotton candy. Reservations can be made online.

Café Hollander
2608 N. Downer Ave., (414) 963-6366
7677 State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 475-6771
20150 Union St., Brookfield, (262) 785-4490
701 Hilldale Way, Madison, (608) 237-3168
5900 W Mequon Rd., Mequon, (236) 963-0107
cafehollander.com
Cafe Hollander will offer numerous Valentine's Day specials Feb. 14-16 beginning at 3 p.m.  Offerings include Coq au Vin Blanc (slow-roasted chicken leg and thigh, white wine, bacon and mushroom sauce served with butternut squash medly and fingerling potatoes); Flourless Chocolate Turtle Cake (chocolate cake with pecan mousse, caramel and chocolate sauces); and the Match Made in Haven cocktail with RumHaven Coconut Rum, pineapple, grapefruit, bubbles and cotton candy. Reservations can be made online.

Centraal Grand Café & Tappery
2306 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., (414) 755-0378
cafecentraal.com
Centraal will offer numerous Valentine's Day specials Feb. 14-16 beginning at 3 p.m.  Offerings include Creole Shrimp Pasta with fettuccini, creole tomato cream, peppers, onion, bacon panko and garlic toast; Flourless Chocolate Turtle Cake (chocolate cake with pecan mousse, caramel and chocolate sauces); and the Match Made in Haven cocktail with RumHaven Coconut Rum, pineapple, grapefruit, bubbles and cotton candy. Reservations can be made online.

The Chefs Table
500 S. 3rd St., (414) 277-7676
chefs-tablemke.com
Throughout the the month of February, The Chefs Table will be offering their popular Aphrodisiacs Dinner for $175 per person. View the menu online, along with details on how to make your reservation for this extraordinary private dining experience. Each couple who signs up will also receive Chef David's Culinary Guide to Aphrodisiacs booklet.

The Dark Room at Saint Kate Arts Hotel
139 E. Kilbourn Ave., (414) 431-1211
saintkatearts.com/dining/the-dark-room 
The Dark Room at Saint Kate will be hosting a very special Love in the Dark dinner on Feb. 14 or 15. The menu features four indulgent courses with wine pairings for $175 per person (plus tax and service charge). Courses include steamed oysters; lobster bisque; Nova Scotia lobster; choice of red snapper or lamb loin; and double chocolate cake.

Reservations are available for Friday, Feb. 14 at 5:30 or 8 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 15 at 5:30 or 8 p.m. View the full menu and make your reservations online.

Dream Dance Steakhouse
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
1721 W. Canal St., (414) 847-7883
paysbig.com/restaurants/dream-dance-steakhouse
Dream Dance Steakhouse will be offering their full menu, plus a variety of specials for Valentine's Day on both Feb. 14-15. Specials will include offerings like wild mushroom bisque; king crab ravioli; surf & turf; broiled stuffed lobster; pan-roasted sea bass; and a very special dessert called Raspberry Dreams featuring white chocolate raspberry mousse, a Chambord raspberry gelée center, raspberry streusel, chocolate sorbet and meringue. View the full menu online. Guests also have the option to pair their meals with excellent craft cocktails or rare vintage wines from the Dream Dance collection. Reservations can be made online.

The Edison
322 N. Broadway, (414) 269-6306
edisonmke.com
Indulge in dishes like coal-fired Filet Oscar with an herb baste, béarnaise sauce, king crab and asparagus or the lobster alla vodka with tomatoes, cream and basil pappardelle pasta. End the evening with an assorted plate filled with petit fours. Reservations can be made online.

Harbor House
550 N. Harbor Dr., (414) 395-4900
bartolottas.com/harbor-house
Harbor House will offer a special three-course menu on Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m. The cost is $125 per person. Guests can choose from dishes including oysters and caviar; Nantucket Bay scallops; and chocolate and espresso creme brulee. View the full menu and make reservations online.

Joey Gerard's – A Bartolotta Supper Club
5601 Broad St, Greendale, (414) 858-1900
bartolottas.com/joey-gerards
Joey Gerard's will offer a special three-course menu on Feb. 14-15 with reservations available from 4 to 10 p.m. Guests can choose from menu items including crab cake; surf & turf for two; and raspberry tiramisu. View the full menu and make reservations online.

Kinn Guesthouse
600 N. Broadway, (855) 546-6653
kinnguesthouse.com
Take your Valentine's Day weekend up a notch with a private Valentine's Day dinner by Chef Dan Jacobs plus a one-night staycation at the lovely boutique hotel, the Kinn Guesthouse. The experience is available on Saturday, Feb. 15 and includes a five-course meal with wine pairings and a one night hotel stay. Pricing for two (double-occupancy) is $450.  The experience is limited to 18 bookings. View more details online. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@kinnguesthouse.com.

Lake Park Bistro
3133 E. Newberry Blvd., (414) 962-6300
bartolottas.com/lake-park-bistro
Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro will offer a special four-course meal Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m.  Guests can choose from dishes like Coquilles St. Jacques; Maine lobster thermidor; or tart au citron. View the full menu and make your reservations online.

La Merenda
125 E. National Ave., (414) 389-0125
lamerenda125.com
La Merenda is celebrating its 18th Birthday with a very special Valentine's Day feast on Feb. 14. Chef Peter Sandroni is pulling out all the stops for this incredible experience, which will feature delicious dishes, exclusive wines and more. Tickets are $150 per person (includes tax and gratuity) and can be purchased online. A 72-hour notice is required for any cancellations. 

Lupi & Iris
777 N. Van Buren St.,  (414) 293-9090
lupiandiris.com 
Enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe dinner menu at Lupi & Iris on Feb. 14-15. Dinner starts at $85 per person, plus tax & service charge. Offerings include dishes like Coquilles St. Jacques; wood-roasted Bavette steak; and desserts like pots de crème au caramel. Guests are also invited to pre-order a red rose arrangement designed by Florist in Residence, Daria Aitken-Siegel (all arrangements must be pre-ordered by Sunday, Feb. 11). View the full menu and make your reservations online.

Mason Street Grill
425 E. Mason St., (414) 298-3131
masonstreetgrill.com
Mason Street Grill is celebrating love with a special four-course prix fixe menu on Feb. 14-15. Start with a toast and commence with classic favorites like seared sea scallops or or a 14-ounce ribeye. View the full menu online. Cost is $95 per person, plus tax and service charges. Fancy things up with Dom Pérignon (by the glass or the bottle, $60 or $290)for the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat. Reservations are required and can be made online.

Milwaukee Chop House
633 N. 5th St., (414) 226-2467
milwaukeechophouse.com
Romance is in the air at Milwaukee ChopHouse on Feb. 14-15 when they will be rolling out a four-course Surf & Turf dinner fit for celebrating the day of love. Offerings start with an amuse bouche and commence with seasonal salad; grilled lobster with bok choy, tomatoes and bearnaise; 10-ounces of sliced beef tenderloin with bordalaise; asparagus risotto; and Chocolate Decadence Cake. View the full menu online. Cost is $175 per couple, plus tax and service charges. Reservations are required and can be made online.

Mr. B's – A Bartolotta Steakhouse (Brookfield)
18380 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield, (262)  790-7005
bartolottas.com/mr-b-s-steakhouse/brookfield
Mr. B's in Brookfield will offer a la carte specials along with their full menu on Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m. Specials include offerings like Oysters Rockefeller; surf & turf for two; and red velvet cake. View the full menu and make reservations online.

Mr. B's  - A Bartolotta Steakhouse (Mequon)
11120 N. Cedarburg Rd., (262) 518-5500
bartolottas.com/mr-b-s-steakhouse/mequon
Mr. B's Mequon will offer will offer a la carte specials along with their full menu on Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m. Specials include offerings like Oysters Rockefeller; Wagyu ribeye; and pistachio entremet.  View the full menu and make reservations online.

Oggie's Kitchen & Bar
411 E. Mason St., (414) 225-3260
oggiesmke.com
Enjoy a swank Valentine's Day out complete with a three-course meal curated by Executive Chef Santo D'Amato and team. Guests can choose from dishes like shrimp cocktail; shallot crusted bass; and lemon raspberry torte. Dinner is $70 per person; add $40 per person for wine pairings. View the full menu and make reservations online.  Want to finish things off on a tropical note? Head to Pufferfish on the 6th floor for a delicious nitecap!

Old Town Serbian Gourmet Restaurant
522 W. Lincoln Ave., (414) 672-0206
oldtownserbian.com
Old Town Serbian will be serving up a their full menu along with a variety of Valentine's Day specials Feb. 14-18. Special offerings include champagne and champagne cocktails; white chocolate martinis; lobster stuffed in buttery phyllo; and white chocolate raspberry schaum torte. Dinner is available Feb. 14-18 from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday brunch is available on Sunday, Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant.

The Pasta Tree
1503 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 276-8867
pastatreemilwaukee.com
Head to The Pasta Tree for a five-course Aphrodisiacal Valentine's Day Menu. Dishes include freshly shucked oysters with accouterments; grilled asparagus and burrata; Lobster Tagliatelle (house pasta tossed in a saffron cream sauce with lobster, roasted cherry tomatoes and chili oil); Filet Mignon with dark chocolate demi served with truffle mashed potatoes and roasted broccolini; and Strawberry Champagne Tiramisu topped with cocoa and edible rose petals. The five-course dinner is $85 per person with optional wine pairings available for an additional $50. Make your reservations by phone by calling (414) 276-8867.

Prefer to stay home?  Order Pasta Tree's take-and-bake lobster ravioli dinner to enjoy at home. Take & Bake Lobster Ravioli Dinner to enjoy at home. The dinner includes a make-your-own lobster ravioli and cannelloni kit, chocolate raspberry martinis for two; pancetta-wrapped beef tenderloin; arugula fennel salad with prosciutto and truffle vinaigrette; housemade tiramisu; Lovers Blend Coffee and a bottle of Rosé Prosecco. Cost for the full meal is $250. Orders must be placed by phone by Feb. 10 and can be picked up Feb. 12-16.

Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993
7616 W. State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 771-7910
bartolottas.com/ristorante-bartolotta
Ristorante Bartolotta will offer a special dinner menu on Feb. 14-15 from 4 to 10 p.m.  View the full menu and make reservations online.

Saffron
223 N. Water St., (414) 539-4980
saffronmke.com
Saffron will be offering a specially curated pre-fix 3-course dinner for guests on Feb. 14-15 with reservations available from 4:30 to 11 p.m. on Friday and 5 to 11 p.m. on Saturday. Cost is $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made online.

Smoke Shack
332 N. Milwaukee St., (414) 431-1119
smoke-shack.com
Spend a casual night nestled by the fire tables on the patio to enjoy a variety of dinner specials including smoked prime rib with Alabama white BBQ sauce. Finish things off with a decadent biscuit strawberry shortcake for dessert.  Reservations can be made online.

Shully’s Cuisine & Events
146 Green Bay Rd., Thiensville, (262) 242-6633
shullyscuisine.com
Shully’s will offer a special six-course “The Dating Game” themed dinner on Feb. 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 per person or $140 per person with wine pairings. Guests will enjoy past hors d’oeuvres followed by six distinctive dinner options. View the full menu and purchase tickets online.