Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and what better way to celebrate love than by sharing a romantic meal with your special someone? 

Metro Manila offers an array of dining experiences — from rooftop views to cozy garden settings — all designed to elevate your Valentine's Day celebration. Whether you're a couple who loves Italian, French, or Japanese cuisine, or prefers a more laid-back atmosphere, this list showcases the best restaurants in the metro for a memorable and romantic dining experience. Make your Valentine's Day memorable by choosing the restaurant that best suits your style as a couple. 

Get ready to indulge in love and great food as we guide you through some of the best Valentine’s offers in Metro Manila. 

Ikomai

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For a one-night-only event, three renowned chefs are coming together for a six-course dinner at Japanese restaurant Ikomai in Makati City. This rare six-hands Valentine's dinner combines the expertise of chefs James Antolin (Ikomai), Carlo Miguel (Cloud Eats, Foodee Global Concepts), and Buddy Trinidad (Park Avenue Desserts). 

The menu features premium seafood and meats with a warm dessert of Chocolate Fondant with Passion Fruit Ice Cream. For P4,000+ per person, diners can enjoy dishes like Deep Fried Salmon Skin with Shishito Romesco; Grilled Shrimp with Truffle Potato Chips, Mashed Potato, Roasted Garlic Potage, and Fried Leeks; Aburi Maple Leaf Duck with Mixed Greens, Grilled
Watermelon, and Yuzu Ponzu Vinaigrette; Smoked Hamachi with Asparagus Risotto and Ikura Beurre Blanc; and Sous Vide US Short Ribs, Potato Onion Velouté, Miso-Braised Onion, and Black Garlic Emulsion. 

Ninyo

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Known as one of the most romantic restaurants in the metro, Ninyo makes sure they up the ante every hearts’ day. This year, Chef Niño Laus and his team crafted a flower-themed menu that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Entitled “Bloom,” the 8-course Valentine’s degustacion “that presents a bouquet of flavors, textures, colors, and scents.” 

At P4,250 per person, diners can taste unique dishes like Soft Poached Oyster with Chamomile Vinegar Gel and Cured Hamachi Crudo with Fermented Hibiscus Vinaigrette and Hibiscus Veil. 

Ninyo’s BLOOM menu is available until February 18, 2024. 

Ruth’s Chris 

HandoutIf you love steaks, you’ve probably been to the BGC branch of global steakhouse Ruth’s Chris. 

Their special Valentine’s menu includes premium options like Lobster Bisque, Caesar Salad, and Ruth's Carpaccio. The main course options boast tempting selections like the U.S. Prime Ribeye, U.S. Petite Filet with Shrimp, and U.S. Prime New York. Cap off your meal with their dessert duo. 

Café Fleur by Chef Sau del Rosario

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For a romantic Valentine's Day affair, celebrity chef Sau del Rosario came up with “Higher Love,” a 5-course Valentine’s special. The set menu features Oysters with Champagne-Red Orange Granita, Beetroot "Caesar" salad, and a choice between Beef Belly Confit on Red Wine Sauce or Pan-roasted Salmon with Caviar Dill Cream Sauce. The culinary journey continues with a Roasted Tomato and Basil-Burrata Soup and concludes with a delightful Raspberry Souffle. The price per head for this Valentine's experience is Php2,750+.

Francesco’s

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Like your relationship, award-worthy chefs Kalel Chan and Francis Lacson are taking Francesco’s to the next level with exclusive Valentine’s dishes like Smoked Beef Tartare, hearty Cioppino, Nduja Tortellini, Dry-Aged US Duck Breast with cacio e pepe risotto, glazed beets, peach, pistachio, carrot puree, in figs agrodolce, Tallow-Confit Wagyu Cheeks with truffled potato puree, mushroom fricasse, and sauteed kale in beef demi-glacé; and Grouper a la Plancha.

This San Juan favorite is also pet-friendly (al fresco area), so you can even bring your furbabies (a.k.a. your other true love) to dine with you. 

Mireio, Raffles Makati

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Treat your loved one to a divine gastronomic experience at Mireio at
Raffles Makati.

Comprising six courses of elegant Provençal-inspired cuisine, paired with premium wines selected from the restaurant's extensive cellar, Ma Valentine menu is available at Mireio every evening this month. A vegan variation is also available.

Mireio at Raffles Makati offers a divine six-course Provençal-inspired Valentine menu paired with premium wines throughout the month. Embrace the elegance of dishes like Salt Cured Spanish Mackerel, Grouper Fillet with Kamias and Mutabal, and a Mango Passion Fruit Tart. A vegan variation is also available for those with dietary preferences.

Burrow Café, Antipolo Beehouse

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Just a short drive from Manila is Burrow Café and they’re presenting "Pag-ibig," a Valentine Dinner in the Woods on February 14. 

The six-course dinner features local flavors, including Sinuglaw with Spanish Mackerel, Suam with clams and native corn, Pakô or fiddlehead fern salad with Sinamak Vinaigrette, Grouper fillet with Kamias and coconut cream, Duo of Pressed Pork Belly and U.S. Beef Belly with Chorizo Adlai Risotto, and and Ube Tapioca Cracker with Purple Yam, Burnt Coconut and White Chocolate Cremaux. The romantic setting promises a memorable evening at P8,000 per couple. 

My Country House 

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My Country House in Tagaytay offers an intimate experience with a five-course special set menu called “Cupid’s Creation” from February 13-18. 

The “heritage classic” menu features dishes like a myriad seafood appetizers, farmer’s greens salad with chicken, parmesan cream soup, US Beef Filet Mignon or Australian Seabass with mussels, and a St. Valentine’s Sampler dessert of rose panna cotta with chantilly cream, raspberry parfait with champagne jelly in chocolate sable, and fresh strawberry tartlette.
The price is set at wonderfully affordable P1,888 per person.

Lasa Supper Club

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Lasa Supper Club introduces Tasting Series IV, “Roaming flavors, for a Nomadic Feast of Gastronomic Wanderlust” on February 15-16. The exclusive seatings feature a curated menu with dishes like Rosette Dosa, Crudo with Kingfish and Coconut, Sablefish Satay, Hawker Chili Crab, and A3 Hanging Tender Steak and bone marrow, mushrooms, and polenta.
Two seatings (5:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:30-10:30 p.m.) with only 11 slots each are up for grabs at P4,000 per person. 

Flame Restaurant, Discovery Primea

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Experience an extraordinary Valentine's dining affair at Flame Restaurant on February 14 and 15. 

The menu, curated by executive chef Luis Chikiamco and chef Kevin David, includes premium dishes Scallop Croquette with Asian bisque béchamel; kombu-cured Black Grouper with fermented cherry tomatoes and squid ink emulsion; Pan-seared Foie Gras with charred grape jam paired with Antech Cremant de Limoux Cuvée Eugenie from Limoux, France; Anolini with black truffle and shiitake ricotta filling; Halibut seafood mousse with daikon "spaghetti" and coconut-lemongrass sauce paired with McManis Family Vineyards River Junction Chardonnay from California; US Beef Short Ribs Josper-grilled wjth onion soubise and braised leeks kimchi paella cake paired with Bodegas Senorio de Barahonda El Bicho Raro from Murcia, Spain; and to end on a sweet note: Gianduja Nutella ice cream with fresh berries, coulis, chocolate soil, and white chocolate snow.

This Valentine’s special is available for P3,500+ per person. 

Le Rêve Pâtisserie

Le Rêve Pâtisserie proves that you don’t have to spend a ton for a delicious Valentine’s celebration. This quaint café at Estancia Mall presents a special tasting menus for Valentine's month, available on February 14-18, and 23-25. The Curated Menu also introduces their small plates with Foie Gras, Salmon Rillette, Tomato Tartate, and Torched Brie, which is best paired with Antech Limoux Émotion, a sprakling rosé.

They will serve a 5-course tasting menu for only P1,500 per person and 6-courses for P1,850 with optional wine pairing for an additional P1,000. 

Okura Manila

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Okura Manila offers several special dining experiences among its dining establishments. Choose among a 7-course dinner at Washitsu Tatami Room with premium ingredients such as Miyagi prefecture A5 wagyu tenderloin and Bluefin Tuna Belly sashimi; a Valentines Kaiseki at Yamazato by chef Keiichiro Fujino (P6,500+ per person), Teppan Valentines Kaiseki by chef Katsuji Kato (P7,500+ per person). 

These exclusive offers are available on February 14 and 15 only.

The Valentines Kaiseki at Yamazato by chef Keiichiro Fujino features Otsukiri (Sashimi) Tuna, Salmon, Yellowtail, and vinegared mackerel, Osuimono (Soup) Dobin mushi (shrimp, whitefish, chicken, gingko nuts, shimeji, mushroom, mizuna green), and Iwai Sakana (Celebratory Shiizakana) Roasted A4 Saga wagyu sirloin served with sea urchin sauce, grilled scallops, and crab claw.

The Yawaragi Valentine’s Buffet (P3,600+ per person) has unlimited appetizers with a choice of soups, entrees, a choice of two main course sets, a side table service for sweets, and unlimited desserts.

Pardon My French

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Pardon My French celebrates love with an exclusive tasting menu and live music entertainment on February 14. 

The menu includes Cheese Tartlet with Fig Tapenade, Ocean Trout Ceviche, Quail Broth and Duck Foie Gras Sandwich, and a choice of entrée between Filet Mignon or Patagonian Tooth Fish and Shrimp, concluding with chocolate-coated French Cheesecake with Champagne Truffle and Spiced Berry Ice Cream. This special menu is available at P4,500+ per person.

China Blue, Conrad Manila

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For a more intimate dining experience, China Blue by Jereme Leung presents "Imperial Hearts: A Valentine's Affair" on February 13 and 14. Priced at P4,888 (per person), the set menu features Chinese classics with a masterchef twist such as Roasted Crispy Duck with Honeydew Truffle Sauce and Stir-Fried Lobster with Chili Garlic Sauce. Each set includes a glass of champagne or wine. 

 L’Entrecôte Manila

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Forbes Town’s oldest steakhouse, L’Entrecôte, invites you to "Une Célébration de l'Amour" (A Celebration of Love) with a limited-time three-course menu on Valentine’s Day. Exclusively available for dinner on February 14, the menu promises a gourmet experience courtesy of chef Martin Kaspar and his team. 

The menu features Creamy Shrimp & Crab Bisque with Cognac Foam paired with Brut Reserve from Spain, and US Certified Angus Roast Beef with Truffle Red Wine Sauce, Cheese Gratinated Potato & Grilled Vegetables paired with Crianza from Spain, before concluding with a delightful dessert of Chocolate Passion Fruit Gourmandise. The special menu sells for P3,740+ per person. 

Mrs. Saldo’s

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We’re not entirely sure if this menu is inspired by chef and owner Rhea Rizzo’s favorite romantic movie “Pride & Prejudice” (she makes sure to specify it’s the one with Keira Knightly and Bryan MacFadyen), but this menu is surely giving us the feels. Mrs. Saldo's Valentine's Day menu promises a symphony of flavors with Porcini and Portobello Velouté, Tonnato Salad or Hokkado Scallops for sharing, mains options Pan-Fried Salmon with Chimichurri and Cereal, or Wagyu Beef Cheeks accompanied by Potato Puree. Dessert is a choice between Toffee Sticky Pudding paired with Creme Anglaise or refreshing Rosemary Ice Cream with Earl Grey Caramel and Lemon Crumble. 

Valentine’s at one of the most sought-after tables in Tagaytay will set you back at least P5500. 

Bamba Bistro

HandoutBamba Bistro came up with a deliciously funny menu for Valentine’s. Couples can enjoy dishes like ‘First Base’ (Egg, Pork, Fish and Fruit served with Gnocco Fritto) and ‘I Bloody Love You’ (Tartare Sando of Steak and Tuna, Sea Urchin Creme, Scallion Oil, Fuji Apples, Crispy Shallots, Potato Bun). Classic-inspired signature dishes are also in their menu, like Linguini, which was inspired by ‘the best thing I ate last year’ and contains Fermented Mushrooms, Sake and Goat Cheese; Seared Scallops & Clams in Mandarin Beurre Blanc with Risotto Nero, Red Beets, Tatsoi; US Beef Tenderloin with Cognac-Marrow demi-glace, Crispy Potato Pave, Chive Creme, and Slow Roasted Shallots; and for dessert, diners can enjoy Chocolate Bouchon (salted caramel and pistachio natillas). 

The menu costs P2,495+ per person or P2,795+ with a glass of frozen sangria.