Valentine's Day in Boston 2026

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and Boston’s restaurants are once again getting into the romantical spirit of the occasion. Across Boston, Cambridge and beyond, chefs are setting the tone with prix fixe menus, tasting dinners and special one-night-only offerings designed for celebrating together, whether that means a splurge-worthy night out or something simple and cozy.

Whatever your status or your plans for February 14th, this handy Valentine’s Day dining guide will help you find the perfect night out (or in), highlighting restaurants open for Valentine’s Day across the city. Take a look, explore menus and neighborhoods, and start plotting a table that feels right for you and whoever you’re celebrating with.

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte Menu

The team at Alden & Harlow will be adding tempting food and drink specials to their regular a la carte offerings (which are already pretty irresistible to begin with). Reservations are strongly recommended, so book a table and dig into duck confit presse and smoked shrimp bucatini at this beloved Harvard Square spot from chef Michael Scelfo.

Availability: 5:00pm-12:00am Thursday, February 12th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: A la Carte

Alden & Harlow

40 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-864-2100

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Cambridge - East Cambridge

Prix Fixe Menu

Chef Adam Resnick will be offering a four-course tasting menu at Bambara. Book a table for dinner to tuck into plates like fried oysters, red wine braised short rib and creme brulee. You won't want to miss these swoon-worthy dishes.

Availability: 5:00-10:00pm Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: $75 per person

Bambara Restaurant

25 Edwin H Land Boulevard
Cambridge, MA 02141
617-868-4444

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte Menu

Have an unforgettable evening at Bar Enza with their new winter a la carte menu alongside special bites from chef Lydia Shire like Jasper's Duck Salad, Crisp Skinned Branzino and Risotto with pear and taleggio cheese. Book a reservation and cozy up in one of their dusty rose banquettes for a fabulous evening full of amore.

Availability: 5:00-10:00pm Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th

Price: A la Carte

Bar Enza

One Bennett Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-661-5050

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Cambridge - Kendall Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Love is in the air at Batifol in Kendall Square where they're offering a special, romance-filled three-course prix fixe. Full of French flavors, the menu includes dishes like foie gras, pistachio crusted rack of lamb and chocolate mousse with raspberry coulis.

Availability: 4:15-10:45pm

Price: $95 per person

Batifol

291 Third Street
Cambridge, MA 02142
617-945-0345

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Cambridge - Kendall Square

Prix Fixe & A la Carte Menus

Spoil your other half at Catalyst in Cambridge over a decadent five-course wine dinner featuring some of Tuscany's finest wines. The prix fixe will include specially crafted dishes from chef William Kovel like slow cooked tripe and beef short rib, pappardelle with wild boar and choux cylandrique. Just be sure to book the wine dinner under the experiences tab on OpenTable. If you're looking for something a bit more casual, their regular a la carte menu will also be available.

Availability: Wine Dinner at 6:00pm; A la Carte 5:00-9:00pm

Price: $180 per person; A la Carte

Catalyst

300 Technology Square
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-576-3000

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Cambridge - Central Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Have a romantic night while celebrating vegetables, sustainable agriculture and community mindedness at Fallow Kin. Chef Marcos Sanchez and Conor Dennehy have put together a four-course menu available in the dining room along with a seven-course menu at their chef's counter, all you have to do is book a res anytime Friday through Sunday.

Availability: 4:00-11:00pm Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: Four-course $95 per person; seven-course $150 per person

Fallow Kin

853 Main Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-395-1098

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Cambridge - East Cambridge

Prix Fixe Menu

Geppetto, chef Will Gilson’s Italian destination at Cambridge Crossing, will be offering a special four-course prix fixe to set the romantic vibes for the holiday. Options on the tasting menu include swoon-inducing dishes like yellowtail crudo, warm shrimp salad, taleggio angnolotti and tiramisu.

Availability: 5:00-9:00pm Friday, February 13 and Saturday, February 14th

Price: $80 per person

Geppetto

100 N First Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
617-945-1349

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte Menu

Grab your date night buddy and head to Harvard Square for Valentine's specials at Grafton Street Pub & Grill. Alongside their regular menu, Grafton is offering specials like fried oysters, house-made cavatelli and cherry pie for two to end the night on a sweet note.

Availability: 10:00am-11:00pm

Price: A la Carte

Grafton Street Pub & Grill

59 John F. Kennedy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-714-5954

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Head to Cambridge to celebrate the holiday at Harvest. On the day itself, the Harvard Sq. mainstay will be serving a swoon-worthy four-course menu from executive chef Nick Deutmeyer and executive pastry chef Tab Volpe with an optional wine pairing. Book a res and enjoy dishes like tuna crudo, truffled mushroom risotto and roast pork belly.

Availability: 5:00-10:00pm

Price: $125 per person; $75 optional wine pairing

Harvest

44 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-868-2255

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte Menu

If your significant other is a big seafood lover, book a table at The Hourly, right in Harvard Square. They'll be offering their regular fish- and shellfish-laden menu as well as a curated selection of holiday specials like Nantucket Bay scallop crudo, pan roasted halibut and chocolate mousse.

Availability: 11:00am-10:00pm

Price: A la Carte

The Hourly Oyster House

15 Dunster Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-765-2342

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Cambridge - East Cambridge

Prix Fixe & A la Carte Menus

Book a table at The Lexington in Cambridge Crossing to enjoy a three-course prix fixe with dishes like lobster bisque, housemade pappardelle with wild boar sugo and a baked Alaska for two. The special menu will be available alongside the a la carte offering on both Friday and Saturday nights to you can celebrate twice.

Availability: 4:00-9:00pm on Friday, February 13th & Saturday, February 14th

Price: $50 per person; A la Carte

The Lexington

100 North First Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
617-945-1349

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Cambridge - Central Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Chef Darrell Boles and crew at Little Donkey are spreading the love this Valentine's Day by way of a special four-course tasting menu featuring a selection of new and exciting dishes designed just for the romantical occasion. There's an optional wine pairing and a surprise giveaway at the end of the meal, so book your spot asap before the best tables get scooped up.

Availability: 5:00-10:00pm on Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th

Price: $95 per person (tax, kitchen wellness fee, and tip not included)

Little Donkey

505 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-945-1008

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte & Prix Fixe Menus

Not feeling the love this year? Whether you're unattached or just not a big fan, you can steer clear of Cupid at Longfellow Bar in Harvard Square. Chef Michael Scelfo and co. will be offering their regular menu as well as themed cocktails and a Solo-Dolo Special with a classic burger, glass of beer or wine, fernet shot and a bag of cookies to take home.

Availability: 5:00pm-1:00am Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: $29 per person; A la Carte

The Longfellow Bar

40 Brattle Street #3
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-864 0001

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Cambridge - Central Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Celebrate Valentine's Day over Eastern Mediterranean mezze at Moona in Central Square. The new second location of the beloved Inman Square restaurant is serving a special three-course prix fixe on Saturday, plus the menu will be available a la carte on both Friday and Sunday if you're not celebrating the day-of.

Availability: 5:00-9:30pm Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: $85 per person; A la Carte on Friday, February 13th and Sunday, February 15th

Moona – Central Square

750 Main Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-665-5915

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Cambridge - Central Square

Pre-Order Ice Cream Cake

Impress your Valentine with a red velvet ice cream cake from the folks at New City Microcreamery. Made with red velvet cake ice cream, red velvet cake, red velvet cake crunchies, hawt fudge, and cream cheese icing, cakes can even be dressed up with a custom love note: Be Mine, Love You or Kiss Me.

Availability: Order by Tuesday, February 10th for pick-up on Friday, February 13th or Saturday, February 14th at all locations

Price: A la Carte

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New City Microcreamery Cambridge

403 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-945-0279

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Cambridge - Central Square

A la Carte & Prix Fixe Menus

If you really want to impress your sushi-loving Valentine this year, book a res for chef Tracy Chang's 15-course omakase tasting menu at Pagu. Menu highlights include bites like Martha's Vineyard bay scallops, Maine Uni and Otoro. Or you can snag a table and enjoy Pagu's a la carte menu with a few special holiday additions for the occasion.

Availability: 5:00-11:00pm Wednesday, February 11th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: A la Carte; $259 per person for omakase

PAGU

310 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-945-9290

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Cambridge - Inman Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Pamper your beloved at Puritan & Co. where chef Will Gilson and his team will be serving a fabulous four-course menu with decadent dishes like salmon crudo, potato gnocchi, roasted duck breast, seared scallops, prime strip steak and chef's choice dessert. There are add-ons like oysters and caviar, if you're feeling fancy and, of course, the full beverage menu will be available in-house for purchase.

Availability: 5:00-10:00pm

Price: $95 per person, plus tax and gratuity

Puritan & Company

1166 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-615-6195

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

A la Carte Menu

Cuddle up with your cutie at Russell House Tavern. The casual Harvard Square destination will be offering their full a la carte menu as well as a curated selection of specials from executive chef Nemo Bolin. Book a reservation and dig into specials like day boat scallop crudo, slow roasted leg of lamb, bone-in ribeye for two and black forest cake.

Availability: 4:00-11:00pm Friday, February 13th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: A la Carte

Russell House Tavern

14 JFK Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-500-3055

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Cambridge - Harvard Square

Prix Fixe Menu

The team at Season to Taste will be rolling out a meticulously planned five-course menu influenced by Southern Soul food and paired with classic Soul albums on vinyl. Dig into dishes like warm buttered crab with cheddar grits, and Conecuh sausage with corn bread stuffed quail and collared greens while listening to Bary White, Marvin Gaye, Etta James and more.

Availability: Thursday, February 12th seating at 6:30pm; Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th seatings at 5:30pm & 8:00pm

Price: $125 per person

Season to Taste

1678 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02140
617-945-9535

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Cambridge

Pre-Order Take-Out

If you're looking to stay in without the stress of cooking, Sofra's dinner for two, might be the perfect plan – all you have to do is pick it up and heat it for a cozy night at home. Place your order online, and you can even add-on an assortment of Valentine's Day cookies.

Availability: Order for pickup on Friday, February 13th or Saturday, February 14th 10:00am-4:00pm; 8:00am-5:00pm

Price: $132 or $156 for two; A la Carte

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Sofra Cambridge

1 Belmont Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-661-3161

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Cambridge - Kendall Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Too-cool-for-school meets too-cute-for-words at State Park's annual Lady & the Tramp-themed Valentine's Day dinner. Thursday and Friday night, the menu-for-two features antipasto salad, spaghetti and meatballs (of course!) and tiramisu. Plus, they even have a vegetarian option, so there's no reason not to book a table for this iconic, super romantic meal.

Availability: 4:00-10:30pm Thursday, February 12th through Saturday, February 14th

Price: $65 per couple

State Park

One Kendall Square
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-848-4355

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Cambridge - Alewife

A la Carte Menu

If you've got a seafood lover in your life, book a res at Summer Shack Cambridge and enjoy their special Lobster Paella for Two (available in addition to the regular a la carte menu). With fresh lobster, perfectly cooked rice and a medley of seasonal ingredients, the dish is perfect to share with your other half, and you can pair it with your favorite Shack cocktail.

Availability: 11:30am-9:30pm

Price: A la Carte

Summer Shack

149 Alewife Brook Parkway
Cambridge, MA 02140
617-520-9500

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Cambridge - Huron Village

Prix Fixe Menu

Treat your sweetie to an amazing meal from Talulla. The award-winning Cambridge spot from husband and wife team, chef Conor Dennehy and sommelier Danielle Ayer, is offering a special prix fixe menu throughout the week and weekend so you can spread the love this holiday. Book a table for whichever day works best for you and yours and come hungry.

Availability: 5:00-9:30pm Wednesday, February 11th through Sunday, February 15th

Price: $125 per person; $75 optional wine pairing

Talulla

377 Walden Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-714-5584

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Cambridge - Inman Square

Prix Fixe Menu

Head to Cambridge for a night full of love at Erin Miller's Urban Hearth. Book a res and enjoy their exquisite five-course tasting menu available throughout the whole restaurant. Wine pairings will also be available to celebrate the occasion, and if you've got dietary restrictions, just let them know and they'll make accommodations.

Availability: 5:00-9:15pm

Price: $212.50 per person

Urban Hearth

1281 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-682-7295

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Cambridge - Central Square

A la Carte Menu

Chef-owner Michael Scelfo is adding an assortment of celebratory specials to the menu at Waypoint. Book a table at the seafood-focused Mass Ave spot (just outside Harvard Square) to enjoy a la carte treats like Warm Crab & Farro, Lobster Frites and Dark Chocolate Budino. There'll be specialty cocktails, too to make your night extra special.

Availability: 5:00-11:00pm

Price: A la Carte

Waypoint

1030 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-864-2300

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