The day of love or, for some, Singles Awareness Day is approaching soon and right now everyone is scrambling to make reservations. Here’s where to go for Valentine’s Day 2025 in Tampa and Orlando:

7th + Grove Live music, hookah and drink and bottle specials. All the baddies will be given roses. $0-$75 for reserved section. Feb. 14-15 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 1930 E 7th Ave., Tampa, (813) 649-8422. eventbrite.com.

American Social Bar A weekend love affair for your one and only, your Girl Gang, or if you’re just here for the food. Feb. 13-16. Reservations recommended. 601 S Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, (813) 605-3333. americansocialbar.com.

Bar Louie Guests are invited to toast to love and friendship with an exclusive four-course dinner featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and more. $69 per person. Feb. 7-16. Reservations recommended. Various locations. barlouie.com.

Bob Evans Couples can enjoy a 3-course meal, which includes starters, entrees, and a shareable dessert. The Valentine’s Day menu offers sweet treats like the new Caramel Mocha Cold Brew, Hot Caramel Mocha and Double Chocolate Hotcakes. $22.99. Various locations. bobevans.com.

Boxi Park Plenty of events to choose from all Valentine’s Day weekend from an Anti-Valentine’s Day party with friends to something for the precious pooches of the house. Feb. 13-16. 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd., Orlando, (407) 536-9666. boxiparklakenona.com.

Bulla Gastrobar Nothing says “I Love You” like a 4-course menu and other goodies like their Valentine’s cocktail available all month. $130 per person. Reservations recommended. Feb. 13-16. Various locations. bullagastrobar.com.

Cafe Tu Tu Tango A special menu featuring Cocoa Spiced Beef Tenderloin Skewers, Soy-Glazed Braised Potatoes, and more awaits. Feb. 14-16. Reservations recommended. 8625 International Dr., Orlando, (407) 248-2222. cafetututango.com.

Canvas Have fun during their Romance Weekend menu, where couples can enjoy a prix fixe experience or customize their meal with à la carte options. Feb. 13-16. $70/person. Reservations recommended. 13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando, (407) 313-7800. canvalakenona.com.

Cheba Hut Guests who purchase combo sub meal receive heart-shaped stickers with various backgrounds. Multiple locations. chebahut.com.

Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen A memorable dining experience this Valentine’s Day with a prix fixe menu and a la carte options. Feb. 13-16. $72 per person. Reservations recommended. 6967 Lake Nona Blvd., Orlando, (407) 955-4340.chromalakenona.com.

Cinnaholic Love is in the air and so are the exclusive, limited-time treats including a Cupid’s Bundle Deal, Sweetheart Cookie Cake, and more. $18.99-$64.99. 927 S Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 415-2750. cinnaholic.com.

City BBQ Celebrate love and bbq with smoky, savory goodness delivered for free with code FEB for online orders. 108 S Semoran Blvd., Winter Park, (321) 256-3311. citybbq.com. 

Cru Hospitality Group Enjoy prix fixe menus at Bouzy and Cru Cellars for the big day. Feb. 12-14th. $75 per person. Reservations recommended. cruhospitality.com.

Del Taco Guests can indulge in a free shake with the purchase of any regular shake via Del Yeah! Rewards. Various locations. deltaco.com.

Epicurean Hotel Options for Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day for friends and couples alike to show everyone in your life how much you love them. $30-$90. Feb. 13-15. Reservations recommended. 1207 S Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 999-8726. epicureanhotel.com.

Eddie V’s Call your entourage for an evening of cocktails for every personality. Reservations recommended. Various locations. eddiev.com.

Fenway Hotel The hotel paints the town red with several Valentine’s Day events like dinner specials at HEW Parlor & Chophouse, tea party, sip & paint,  and themed pop-up in the Room 27 speakeasy. Reservations recommended. Feb. 9-14. 453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin, (727) 683-5999. fenwayhotel.com.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar A three-course Surf & Turf for Two includes starters, shareable entree, and desserts for two. Another three-course Surf & Turf for One is available too if your person wants a different steak experience. Available Feb. 13-17. Reservations recommended. $106-$220. 4342 W Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa, (813) 874-9463. flemingssteakhouse.com. 

Fresh Kitchen Guests can enjoy a fresh bowl and receive a free FK Valentine’s Day Card Set. Offer valid for in-store purchase only. Various locations. eatfreshkitchen.com. 

Great Southern Box Co. Love is in the air and there’s something for everyone from a fun Galentine’s Day market featuring authors and women-owned businesses or confessing your love to a sweetheart. Feb. 13-14. 2105 N OBT, Orlando, 689-207-4383. greatsouthernboxco.com.

HaleLife Bakery Preorder delish desserts including themed donuts, cupcakes, and more. $6-36. Pickup Feb. 13-14. Various locations. halelifebakery.com.

Haven Indulge in a Valentine’s Day Tasting Menu featuring 5 courses with wine pairings. The menu includes dishes like Tuna & Lobster with osetra caviar, egg, meyer lemon aioli, Honey & Soy Glazed Glacier 51 Sea Bass, Roasted Duck Breast, Honey Butter Roasted Lamb Chop, and desserts. Feb. 14-15. $125 per person. Reservations recommended. 2208 W Morrison Ave., Tampa, (813) 258-2233. haventampa.com.

Island Fin Poke Co. You and your sweetheart can make it a date night and get poke bowls, Dole Soft Serves, and two drinks. $30. Various locations. islandfinpoke.com.

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill Let food be the love language this year with a massive catering spread including a selection of appetizers, salads, burritos, tacos and more. Various locations. limefreshmexicangrill.com.

La Setima Club A romantic evening filled with delicious food and great company at their 5-Course Dinner event. Feb. 12 6 p.m.-10 p.m. $90. 815 E 7th Ave., Tampa, (813) 373-5911. eventbrite.com.

Logan’s Roadhouse Indulge in the limited-time Prime rib and pair with the restaurant’s new Espresso Martini. Feb. 14-16. 5925 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee, (407) 390-0500. logansroadhouse.com.

Mia’s Italian Kitchen Drop by for family-style dining with a bottle of Prosecco and fan-faves like the Giant Meatball, Mediterranean Brick Oven Pizza, and more. $89 per person. Reservations recommended. 8717 International Dr., Orlando, (407) 601-7130. miasitalian.com.

Nami Make this Valentine’s Day special with your SO during their Romance Weekend or enjoy Chef Freddy Money and Chef Jason Beliveau for a special tasting menu that blends European elegance with Japanese flavors. $195-$225 per person. Reservations recommended. 6004 Artist Ave., Orlando, (407) 395-4857. namilakenona.com.

Nebraska Mini Mart Grab the girls for an epic girl dinner special featuring a dark chocolate shake then come back the next day with the SO for date night. Feb. 13-14. 4815 N Nebraska Ave., Tampa, (813) 231-9522. nebraskaminimart.com.

Pasta Packs Elevate date night with a Pasta-Making and Dining and make your own Lobster Ravioli while the chefs prepare the rest of your four-courses. $300 for 2. Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. 1055 E Cumberland Ave., Tampa, (813) 443-4061. pastapacks.com.

Paddlefish Guests can savor the Cupid’s Boil for Two with Maine Lobster, Snow Crab, and more. Elevate the experience with a bottle of Rosé. $35-$155. Reservations recommended. 1670 E Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, (407) 934-2628. paddlefishrestaurant.com.

Rooster & the Till Enjoy a 5-course tasting menu with dishes like Duck Confit Tart, Grilled Prawn, and more. Drink pairings are optional. $55-$155 per person (a $25 deposit goes towards your bill). Feb. 14. Reservations recommended. 6500 N Florida Ave., Tampa, (813) 374-8940. roosterandthetill.com.

Sal Y Mar Rooftop Celebrate love and friendship with unforgettable events like dinner and a Galentine’s Day event. $15-65 per person. Feb. 14-15. Reservations recommended. 3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa, (813) 692-3330. salymarrooftop.com.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Guests are invited to indulge in exclusive Valentine’s Day themed menu specials at six of its signature restaurants. $8-$300. 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa, (866-388-4263. casino.hardrock.com. 

St. Pete Pier Pier Teaki and Teak invite sweethearts to celebrate love with views, delectable cocktails, and gourmet foods. Feb. 6-16. $50-200. Reservations recommended. 800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Pete, (727) 513-8325. stpetepier.org.

STK An enchanting escape with a Wagyu Filet, Imperial Kaluga caviar, Moët & Chandon Rosé, and end the night with decadent treats. $24-$149. Reservations recommended. 1580 E Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, (407) 917-7440. stksteakhouse.com.

Terralina Crafted Italian Have a memorable night with Seared Scallops and a Strawberry and Champagne Margarita. $16.50-$45. Reservations recommended. 1650 E Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, (407) 934-8888. terralinacrafteditalian.com.

The Capital Grille Spend an enchanting evening with what you and your Valentine need. Reservations recommended. Various locations. thecapitalgrille.com.  

The Hampton Social Get your girls together for bottomless Sparkling Rosé and apps or two glasses of rosé and half a dozen oysters with your person. Feb. 1-16th. Reservations recommended. Various locations. thehamptonsocial.com.

Thirsty Buffalo Brewing Company Since oysters are considered an aphrodisiac, the brewery is launching their new Oyster Stout with Speed Dating and a Singles Mingle party. Register by emailing [email protected]. Feb. 14 7-10 p.m. 2330 Success Dr., Odessa, (813) 519-0179. thirstybuffalobrew.com. 

Timpano Hyde Park Sip on specialty cocktails like Cupid’s Bow and Kissed by a Rose while enjoying various pop-up vendors and activities including pilates, live music, and raffle drawings during their Galentine’s festivities. Feb.9 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reservations recommended. 1610 W Swann Ave., Tampa, (813) 254-5870. timpanohydepark.com. 

Have more places to add? Shoot an email to [email protected] and let me know what plans to add to this list. Where are you going for Valentine’s Day 2025 in Tampa and Orlando?