ABU DHABI
Fairways, The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa
Experience a Valentine’s-themed dinner buffet at Fairways with roses for ladies and chocolates for gents. Don’t forget to participate in the draw for a chance to win a couple’s weekend getaway and spa package.
Price Dh240++ per person
Call 02 616 9999
Kazu, Viceroy Hotels and Resorts, Yas Abu Dhabi
Surprise your loved one with a culinary journey to the Far East with exceptional Japanese flavours, featuring sushi and sashimi, a teppanyaki table, tempura station and robatayaki grill.
Price Dh275++ per person
Call 02 656 0600
DUBAI
Choices, Al Bustan Rotana, Dubai
Make your way to a special Valentine’s Day dinner with a lavish seafood buffet and enjoy the contemporary ambience.
Price Dh280 per person
Call 04 705 4285
Pergolas Restaurant, Al Murooj Rotana Dubai
Enjoy a classy dining experience and indulge in a variety of Italian dishes complete with live cooking stations including a barbecue station on the terrace.
Price Dh350 per person
Call 04 321 1111
Splendido, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
Set the scene for a special evening this Valentine’s Day with fresh scented rose petals, a four-course set menu and a serenading guitarist.
Price Dh1,500 per couple including a bottle of premium bubbly
Call 04 318 6150
Terra Firma Steakhouse, InterContinental, Dubai Festival City
Indulge in a five-course meaty set menu featuring some of the best steaks in the city. Along with promising sizzling starters, a mouth-watering main and a delicious dessert, ladies will also receive a complimentary box of chocolates.
Price Dh790 per couple
Call 04 701 1127
Segreto, Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah
Enjoy a three-course set menu paired with a glass of sparkling beverage, while enjoying beautiful views of the resort and its waterways. Ladies are also in for a sweet surprise.
Price Dh450 per person
Call 04 366 6730
Talk Restaurant, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach
Treat the one you love with a cocktail before enjoying the table d’hôte four-course menu and a live romantic jazz session. Ladies get a special present.
Price Dh600 per person
Call 04 449 8888
Chef’s House, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City
Indulge in a seafood night buffet and choose from a wide selection of the fresh catch of the day. A special gift also awaits the ladies.
Price Dh550 per couple
Call 04 366 9111
Mashrabiya Lounge, Fairmont The Palm
Cherish some quality time with your partner at Afternoon Tea from noon to 6pm, especially enhanced for the occasion with pourings of Kir Imperial. The tea includes an extensive array of treats.
Price Dh225 per person (Kir Imperial)
Call 04 457 3457
Hakkasan
An evening of extravagance with a scintillating three-course dinner comprising signature delicacies such as jasmine tea-smoked Wagyu beef or the Hakka steamed dim sum platter of scallop shumai, with rich chocolate fondant for dessert.
Price: Dh650++ per couple
Call 04 384 8484
Magnolia Bakery, Bloomingdale’s Home, The Dubai Mall
Savour some Valentine’s bakes with preparations such as the red velvet whoopie pie. Made with two heart-shaped mini red velvet cakes, the pie is sandwiched with a lovely pink whipped vanilla icing.
Price Dh14 each
Call 04 350 5440
BiCE Mare, Souk Al Bahar
Celebrate San Valentino the traditional Italian way with a unique Per Lei e Per Lui menu for couples.
Price Dh1,200 per couple
Call 04 423 0982
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai
Enjoy live cooking stations set up at the Bamboo Lagoon, Hofbräuhaus and The Market Place.
Price From Dh300 per person
Call 04 607 7977/7009/7588
The Observatory, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites
With a seductive variety of flavours, the restaurant’s three-course set menu is ideal for a romantic evening between 5pm and 11pm.
Price Dh550 per couple
Call 04 319 4795
Cucina Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community
From 7pm to 11.30pm be serenaded by a guitarist in Cucina, where a scrumptious selection of dishes awaits, before raising a toast to a magical romantic night with a complimentary beverage with your partner.
Price Dh365 per couple
Call 04 885 2222
Petals, TIME Oak Hotel & Suites in Al Barsha
Indulge in an appetising line-up of dishes created exclusively for February 14 by executive chefs Anthony Sarkar and Haytham El Sayed, accompanied by a sparkling non-alcoholic toast and a red rose for every lady.
Price Dh120 per person
Call 04 437 7888
Rococo, Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach
Feel welcomed with a glass of bubbly to set the tone for the evening before sitting down to a decadent five-course menu under rich purple interior and chandeliers.
Price Dh700 per couple
Call 04 448 4733
FUJAIRAH
Samakino, Concorde Fujairah Hotel
Enjoy a romantic dinner with your loved one on Valentine’s Day and be surprised with special sweet treats.
Price Dh300 per couple
Call 09 224 9000
RAS AL KHAIMAH
Noodles House, Mangrove Hotel
Celebrate the romantic day in a suite double room set-up with rose petals, chocolates and strawberries. A three-course Asian menu will be served at Noodles House along with soft beverages. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast the following morning. The hotel package is valid from February 14 to 16.
Price: Room rates start from Dh649
Call 800 5700
Basilico, The Cove Rotana Resort
Cosy up to your partner in the restaurant’s intimate setting to make your Valentine’s night a memorable one with a set menu and a wide selection of beverages to suit the occasion.
Price From Dh550++ per couple
Call 07 206 6000
CELEBRATE SINGLEDOM: ANTI-VALENTINE'S PARTIES
Brazilian Carnival party at B-lounge
Forget smooth and romantic sounds this Valentine’s Day and get ready for the hottest Brazilian Carnival party in town at B-Lounge at the Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort. The party starts at 8pm, entry is free of charge but door policy applies. Combine the party with a special Valentine’s room package if you like and get the Friday Bubbly Brunch for two included for only Dh899 net.
Voda Bar Ladies Night, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
The ultimate night for the single to mingle, ladies enjoy a complimentary house beverage on arrival for a special Valentine’s Ladies Night amid the uber-chic surroundings of Voda Bar.
Anti-Valentine’s Party at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Sick of all the lovey-dovey sentimentality? Shake off your Valentine’s blues and join the anti-Valentine’s party at the rooftop pool bar and celebrate your independence. Dance the night away with the live DJ and indulge in a good old-fashioned party with no strings attached.
Price: Dh150 per person.
