Unless you’re Target (the big box store), you’ve probably waited until only recently to start making Valentine’s Day plans. Maybe you’re overwhelmed by all the options or maybe you haven’t known where to look. Good news! This round-up is for you. We’ll continue to scour the interwebs to find you the latest and greatest deals so keep this page bookmarked.
Also, if you’re looking for a fancy night out on the town, check out our guide to fine dining spots in Tucson.
Arizona Winery Tours
7750 N. Oracle Rd.
Skip work and the fancy dinner, take the one you love on a day-long wine tour! Spend the day relaxing, making new friends, and enjoying some amazing Arizona wine. Arizona Winery Tours will be visiting three vineyards with lunch included.
Bob’s Steak & Chop House
2727 W. Club Dr. (Omni Tucson National Resort)
Embark on a culinary journey for two this Valentine’s Day at Bob’s Steak and Chop House, where love is on the menu. Seats are $18 per couple. Check out the full menu!
Café à La C’Art
150 N. Main Ave.
The downtown cafe is now serving Valentine’s Day-themed coffee, matcha, soda, and cocktails. Keep scrolling to check out the limited-time menu!
Cafe Francais
7831 E. Wrightstown Rd. #113
The east side bakery has a limited-time Valentine’s Day menu from Thursday, February 8 – Sunday, February 11. Keep scrolling to check it out!
Truffles:
- White Chocolate Champagne
- White Chocolate Pistachio
- Dark Chocolate Biscoff
- Dark Chocolate Bourbon
- Dark Chocolate raspberry
Macarons:
- Strawberry Champagne
- Pistachio Rose
- Raspberry Pink Peppercorn
- Raspberry
- Vanilla
- Pistachio
Tarts:
- Raspberry Cheesecake
- Pomegranate Cheesecake
- Pistachio Rose
- Strawberry Lemon
- Fresh Fruit
Charred Pie
12125 N. Oracle Rd. #105
Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling (520) 395-2232. Keep scrolling to see the Valentine’s Day specials!
Valentine’s Day Specials:
- Peperonata Bruschetta wit Burrata ($16)
- Heart Shaped Ravioli – stuffed with Crab, Oaxaca, and Chorizo and served with Fired Roasted Pepper Cream Sauce, Charred Leeks, and Orange Zest ($25)
- Sweetheart Pizza – with Garlic Crema, Strawberry Compote, Fontina, and Housemade Crispy Pancetta ($19)
CORBETT’S
340 N. Sixth Ave.
Bring that special someone to watch the beloved classic “10 Things I Hate About You” on the big screen. They’ll have a special Valentine’s Day menu, as well as the regular menu. There are two showings — 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Entry is free but reservations are required by calling (520) 849-5690 or emailing Hello@CorbettsTucson.com. Make sure to specify which time slot you will be reserving!
The Coronet
198 W. Cushing St.
The downtown restaurant is hosting a five-course prix fixe $130 dinner with with optional wine pairings for an extra $50. You’ll want to make a reservation, too, to ensure you get a seat at the table.
Learn more. Book a reservation at resy.com.
Cup Cafe
311 E. Congress St.
Reserve your table today and enjoy a special or two in addition to Cup Cafe’s regular menu!
Valentine’s Day Specials include:
- Prosciutto Wrap Lobster Tail Stuffed with Jambalaya – grilled asparagus, bloody mary butter sauce
- New York Strip – topped with Danish blue cheese, bacon, and red onion marmalade, served with baked potato and green beans
- Ratatouille Stuffed Bell Peppers – served with sautéed spinach and marinara sauce
El Conquistador Tucson
10000 N. Oracle Rd.
El Conquistador’s Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails is hosting Valentine’s Day this year with a romantic ambiance, where each dish is crafted with love!
Feast
311 E. Congress St.
Dinner seatings begin at 4 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, which is a three-course meal for $80 per person. If you’d like to tack on wine pairings it’s an additional $55. Check out the Valentine’s Day menu! “Please know that in addition to the menu below, you’ll be able to get some dishes from the regular menu, as soon as we figure out what those will be.”
Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery
2940 N. Swan Rd.
Create beautiful memories together as you paint side by side. No artistic skills required — just a passion for love and creativity!
Ghini’s French Caffe
1803 E. Prince Rd.
The French cafe will be serving the above brunch menu from 8 – 11 a.m. on Valentine’s Day.
Harvest Oro Valley
10355 N. La Canada Dr.
Harvest has a special Valentine’s Day dish this year! Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling (520) 731-1100 or by emailing dine@harvestov.com.
Valentine’s Day Dish:
- Seared Halibut – served with Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc Sauce, Saffron Lemon Risotto, and Glazed Heirloom Baby Carrots and Broccolini. Followed by a Red Velvet Cheesecake ($49).
Humble Board
Online Ordering
Humble Board is taking orders for its Valentine’s Charcuterie & Treats Board, which is $65 and available for pick-up or delivery. “Our Valentine’s Day board is comprised of an assortment of cheeses, salami, prosciutto, jam, mustard, an assortment of sweets, seasonal fruit, nuts, and crackers on the side.”
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa! Couples can enjoy a six-course prix fixe menu at its signature restaurant Passaggio from 5 – 9 p.m. The menu includes seasonal Pacific oysters on the half shell, beef carpaccio salad, brown butter truffled gnocchi, your choice of seared halibut or cocoa-scented venison, and a chocolate mousse heart for dessert.
Seats are $150 per person or $190 per person with wine pairings, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (520) 791-6067 or by visiting Open Table.
Growlers TapHouse
8275 N. Silverbell Rd.
Local musician, Neamen Lyles, returns to Growler’s Taphouse for an exciting Valentine’s Day Edition of “Neamen LIVE.” Get your dancin’ shoes on!
The Horseshoe Grill
7713 E. Broadway Blvd.
Treat your special someone to a delicious off-the-hook (or off-the-hoof) dining experience. Check out their surf and turf menu!
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
7000 N. Resort Dr.
Treat your sweetheart to a romantic dining experience at the resort’s signature restaurant Flying V as the sun sets over the Catalina Mountains. The resort’s culinary team is preparing a four-course menu for two that is sure to please, featuring locally grown products and farm-fresh ingredients, including a roasted red beet cannoli or charred nopales starter, a citrus-poached Maine lobster salad, followed by a choice of Grilled Angus prime Tomahawk or roasted Sea Bass.
Cap off the evening with an array of decadent sweets, crafted in-house by the resort’s pastry chef, including a chocolate satin cake, a chocolate tart, and more sweet treats for the perfect ending to a romantic evening.
The special menu is available for bookings from Saturday, February 10 – Wednesday, February 14. Reservations can be made via Resy and it’s $195 per couple.
Love Sucks Bar Crawl
Multiple Downtown Locations
“Break free from the clichés of romance and dive into a world where love sucks, but the party doesn’t!” Tickets, which are selling fast, are $30 per person and will get you drink specials, free shots and shot glasses, VIP access to tarot readings, permanent jewelry, and more. The tour stops include Playground, Lust, Cobra Arcade Bar, and HighWire.
Lovin’ Spoonfuls
2990 N. Campbell Ave. #120
“Do not delay, Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it! Make your reservation to guarantee your dessert choice. You can still take advantage of this offer on Valentine’s Day without a reservation but will have to choose from the desserts that are available in the restaurant that day!”
Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa
5000 E. Vía Estancia
The resort is hosting an exclusive Valentine’s Day Chef’s Truffle dinner — an intimate, five-course culinary dinner and wine pairing experience. Those traveling solo are encouraged to explore themselves in private sessions like “Soften Into Self-Love,” and couples can enjoy a duet spa service at Miraval Arizona’s award-winning Life in Balance Spa.
Mojo Cuban Kitchen and Rum Bar
1929 E. Grant Rd.
They’ll be offering our regular full menu along with the special dinner menu (see above), and the Amilcar Guerva Trio will be playing Latin Jazz. The kitchen can make vegan and gluten-free adjustments upon request. Also, they’ll be mixing a special Valentine’s Day-inspired cocktail that will be offered for the entire month of February.
- Beso de Chocolate y Cereza (Chocolate Cherry Kiss) – smooth and sweet Valentine’s Day cocktail with clarified milk chocolate, premium rum, and cherry
The Parish
6453 N. Oracle Rd.
The north side restaurant is hosting a seafood boil on Valentine’s Day! Reservations are strongly recommended and they’ll also be serving a smaller portion of the regular menu on the holiday.
Queen Creek Olive Mill
25062 S. Meridian Rd., Queen Creek, AZ
The Queen Creek Olive Mill has a table for two waiting for you at their special Valentine’s Day version of their monthly Pizza Date Night! Enjoy an intimate evening of pizza-making and wine-sipping at the Mill Chef guides you through a three-course culinary experience. Guests will learn techniques for making the perfect pizza dough and crust, tossing and all, while enjoying professionally paired wine with each course.
The dinner is 6:30 – 9 p.m. and is $110 per person.
The complete three-course menu includes:
- First Course – Seasonal Salad
- Second Course – Pizza
- Sauces: Tomato, Pesto, Orto Boom or EVOO for White Pizza
- Toppings: Pepperoni, Sausage, Salami, Chicken, Artichoke, Basil, Olives, Mushroom, Red Onion, Pistachio, Red Pepper, Cherry Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Broccolini, Fresno Chili
- Drizzles: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Roasted Garlic Olive Oil, Fresh Crush Basil Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon Olive Oil, 3 Chile Olive Oil
- Third Course – Contemporary Dessert – Chef’s Choice
- Wines – three-ounce tasting with each course *Non-alcoholic options upon request*
Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar
6444 N. Oracle Rd.
From 2 – 10 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14, Redbird will be dimming the lights and transforming into a high-end steakhouse to host a candlelit, four-course dinner. There’s going to be a set food menu (no substitutions) and a special wine and cocktail list. Seats are $130 per person and include a celebratory cocktail to kick things off before the four courses. Space is going to be very limited so you’ll want to make a reservation by calling (520) 495-5353 or by reserving a spot online.
Postino
2500 E. Grant Rd. #112
Make it a night to remember with Postino’s date night to-go packs and bring the Postino experience right to your home — available now until Sunday, February 18. Also, for those wanting to dine at Postino, snag a reservation for parties up to eight people from now until Sunday, February 18 for a night out.
To Go Packs:
- “Takeout & Makeout” ($55) – one snacky thing + one bruschetta + one board + one salad
- Feeds two people
- “Snacks in The City” ($80) – three snacky things + one bruschetta + one board + one salad
- Feeds four to six people
Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain
15000 N. Secret Springs Dr.
Experience Valentine’s Day Speciality Cocktails at Ignite Lounge & Bar. Share crafted cocktails with your loved one from our a la carte mixology menu. Reservations are suggested. Seating is first-come, first-serve. For reservations, call (520) 572-3000 or book on OpenTable.
Screwbean Brewing
103 N. Park Ave.
A local artist will teach you and a partner (can be a friend, family member, or Valentine) how to paint connecting sides of a magical lovebird scene!
Tandem American Eatery
8864 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
The restaurant’s Valentine’s Day menu will be called “Red and White Flight Nights.” They’ll be pairing white wine, red wine, and champagne with a three-course menu. Stay tuned for more details and follow Tandem on Instagram for the latest.
Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club
4001 N. Country Club Rd.
They’ll be serving a special dish for Valentine’s Day this year, which is $25 per person. Behold the Salmon Modena, which is served with pesto mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, and a glass of house wine. It’ll be available from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the dining room and from 4 – 10 p.m. at the bar.
For reservations, call (520) 214-8844.
The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa
3800 E. Sunrise Dr.
Elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration to a symphony of culinary delight at Azul Restaurant, where love is the main course, and every bite is a testament to the art of romance. Check out the full menu!
Westward Look Resort
245 E. Ina Rd.
Creating a romantic evening, the culinary team at Westward Look is offering a decadent dinner experience including fresh raspberry salad, slow-roasted beef tenderloin, and tiramisu for dessert with three excellent wine pairings. On Valentine’s Day, there will be seatings at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8 p.m. Seats are $90 per person and $120 per person with a wine pairing or $150 per couple and $200 per couple with wine pairings.
Salad Course
Raspberry Salad – Fresh raspberry, candied pecans, organic baby kale and greens, local feta, candied onions, champagne vinaigrette paired with Firesteed Pinot Gris, Oregon
Entree
Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin – Local filet, truffled hollandaise, pecorino mash, crispy fried shallots, shaved black truffles, lemon, and thyme asparagus paired with Herdsman Cabernet, California
Dessert Course
Tiramisu and Chocolate covered strawberries for 2 paired with Pessimist Red Blend Lodi, California
Make your reservations online.
Zio Peppe
6502 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
The restaurant is hosting a “Love Supreme Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Menu” on Valentine’s Day. You’ll get four courses for $80 per person and an additional $40 if you’d like wine pairings. You’ll need to reserve your spot at opentable.com.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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