Balsan » February 11-14; $69
From February 11th through 14th, couples can nosh on a sumptuous three-course meal of seasonal favorites. Balsan’s Valentine’s Day dinner will be served couples-style, with the starter course and dessert served on a shared platter.

Birch River Grill » February 11-14; 11 a.m.; $39.95, $25.95

Celebrate a romantic Valentine’s Day over a three course menu, which begins with with tomato bisque, followed by steak or walleye and finished with chocolate lava cake.

Blokes & Birds » February 14; $50
Turn up and get turned on. Executive Chef Greg Cannon has designed an aphrodisiac dinner that will delight your date with dishes that incorporate food (oysters, chocolate, berries) to get you in the mood.

Cactus Bar & Grill » February 14; 6-8 p.m.; $30
Cactus Bar and Grill welcome singles, couples and beer lovers alike for a Valentine's Day beer tasting. Self-proclaimed "beer geek" (and in-house manager) Andrew Stangl will lead a sudsy session with some radically different styles of beer. Beers include Orval Trappist Ale, Unibroue Quelgue Chose, Bourgogne Des Flanders and more.

Cafe des Architectes » February 11-14; $80

For those looking to knock their Valentine's socks off, Café des Architectes is the place. It takes romantic to a whole new level. Appetizers include Maine lobster salad and scallops. Entrees include beef tenderloin with parsnip purée, oxtail and truffle. Finish the night off with Milk Chocolate Crémeux with popcorn sorbet, butter puff and caramel espuma. After dinner drop by Le Bar for some sensually-inspired drinks.

Chizakaya » February 11-14; $90

This Valentine's tasting menu includes oysters, sushi, lobster with yuzu and a honey blueberry milkshake. Add a beverage pairing for $30.

C-House » February 12-14; $49

Show off your romance chops at C-House. This delightful menu includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Options include warm beets with warm cheese, fig-stuffed quail and warm chocolate soup.

D.O.C. Wine Bar » February 10; $30
Sip a variety of wine while being led by wine director Tony Burger Guests will get educated on both reds and whites while enjoying appetizers

Division Ale House » February 12-14; $50
The Ale House offers a dinner-for-two featuring a sharable appetizer, two entrees, housemade chocolate truffles for dessert and a bottle of champagne.

Dunlays on the Square » February 11-14; $35
Beers from Oregon's oldest craft beer company, BridgePort, will be paired with a four course menu. This unique brew-for-two tasting will be offered in addition to the regular dinner menu.

Elysian Hotel » Elysian Hotel is offering what may be the most romantic Valentine's gift ever. A car and driver will pick you and your date up (anywhere in the Chicagoland area) and whisk you away for a night in a Premier Gold Coast Suite, where a beautiful bouquet, fireplace and dinner at RIA awaits. During dinner, surprise your beloved with a gift of either an afternoon of beauty at the Elysian Spa or a shopping excursion with our renowned fashion stylist. Before settling in for the evening, enjoy an after-dinner toast to the two of you in Bernard’s then wake to breakfast in bed or in Balsan and head to the spa for relaxing Elysian massages.

Feast » February 11-14; $45/person
Enjoy a three-course prix-fixe dinner plus a glass of champagne for $45 per person all weekend.

Geja's Cafe »
Geja's doesn't do romance small. On Monday, February 7, bring in your wedding license and receive 2-percent off your bill for each year you've been married. On February 9, all guests are encouraged to bring in a copy of their most meaningful love note that was written to their significant other at some point in the relationship. Each love letter will be collected, read and should have the appropriate contact information. The writer of the most romantic and heartwarming love letter will win dinner for two, once a year for the number of years the letter is old. February 12-14 take in Geja's amazing atmosphere and delightful dinner.

Gemini Bistro » February 11-14
In addition to the regular dinner menu, Chef Jason Paskewitz has created savory specials that will be available including Foie Gras, veal and lobster. Probably not the best choice if your beloved is a vegan, but pretty great for those carnivores.

Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort » Use V-Day as an excuse to get away. Choose from packages like the "Valentine's Spa Package," which includes overnight accommodations for two with turn down service, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to the room, a romantic four-course dinner for two at Shiraz on the Water, breakfast buffet for two at Master's Clubhouse on the golf course and a $100 spa credit toward any service at Spa Vargas ($359) or the "Girlfriends Only Package," which includes overnight accommodations for two with turn down service, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to the room, one complimentary wine flight per guest (three wines, red or white varietals) at Shiraz on the Water and a $50 spa credit per guest toward any service at Spa Vargas ($260).

Hotel Arista » February 11-14; $295 and up
Show your date you've got style with a Valentine’s Day Package at Hotel Arista, which includes overnight accommodations, along with a five-course meal at the SugarToad.

In Fine Spirits Lounge » February 14; 5-10 p.m.
Upon Chef Marianne Sundquists return from a culinary visit to Paris on January 19th, In Fine Spirits will be preparing a special four-course dinner menu for Valentine's Day with paired wines.

Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club » February 11-14 (dinner), February 13 (brunch)
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club has a bevy of deliciously fun options for Valentine's Day weekend. From Friday to Monday Kit Kat will present a special date night dinner menu and dining guests will be entered to win a three day cruise to the Bahamas. On Sunday, Kit Kat will hold a "Breakfast at Tiffany's Brunch," which includes a screening of the Audrey Hepburn classic and a raffle with a Tiffany & Company necklace grand prize.

Lawry's The Prime Rib » Sunday, February 11-14; $99

Lawry's The Prime Rib wants to serve you a delicious dinner and then give you something to remember them by. After you finish your decadent dish, take home a complimentary jar of C.C. Brown’s Hot Fudge Sauce. The three-course Valentine’s menu includes salad, prime rib, salmon and even a veggie option.

Le Titi de Paris » Friday, February 11- Monday, February 14
Enjoy six courses of love on a plate at this uber-romantic French restaurant.

Lokal » February 11-14; $50
Why have a three course dinner when you could have four? Or, for that matter, a four course dinner when you could have five? Lokal is offering a five-course dinner for just $50 per person.

Mystic Blue Cruises » February 12 and 14; 6:30 p.m.; $84.90
Say "ahoy" to love. The cruise will include a delicious buffet dinner, dancing, wonderful views of the world-famous skyline and a complimentary glass of champagne during boarding.

O'Donovan's » February 11-14
The bar hosts special food offerings as well as booze-related specials designed to get you romantic. Check out $5 "Love Bombs," $5 vodka and Red Bull cocktails, Various "Liquid Panty Remover" shots, "Hot Stuff" (hot drinks) and specialty martinis such as Mint Delight, Sex A-Peel, and Chocolate Seduction.

Palette Bistro » February 14; $50
This three-course meal includes options like mussels, salmon and lava cake, all for a mere $50 per person.

Paramount Room » February 14;
Enjoy a full menu of acclaimed food by Chef-Partner Stephen Dunne, or take advantage of a special three-course Valentine's Black and Tan Float prix fixe. Explore pairing suggestions including "no crap on tap" craft beer and Belgian ales selection.

People Lounge » February 12-14; $70
Tapas are for sharing--just like love. Choose from aphrodisiac-laden selections such as Queso de Cabra (goat cheese baked in tomato sauce with garlic-crusted bread), Spanish salad with arugula, shaved Queso Manchego and dates, lobster ravioli in jamon Serrano consommé and dark chocolate, Marcona almonds, caramel semifreddo. Cash in on the regular special too--$2 cans of PBR and $3 shots of Jameson.

Perennial » February 14
Take in this three-course menu, featuring a choice of classic Lyonnaise or sweet potato soup; celery root tortellini; choice of white fish, scallops or short ribs; and a crispy hazelnut bar for dessert.

Pizano's (Gold Coast) » February 11-13; $12.50 and up
Nothing says love like, well, a heart-shaped pizza. You can order in or out starting at just $12.50.

Prasino » February 11, 12 and 14; $80
Prasino Executive Chef Scott Halverson offers special dinner entrées to complement prasino's regular dinner menu. Highlights include Grilled Thai Curry Pork Loin and PEI Mussels with Laughing Bird Shrimp.

Province » February 11-14; $50

Going all out to celebrate Valentine's Day? Well, decadence reigns at Province with a masterful prix fixe menu. First-course selections are a blood orange and goat cheese salad, or a house smoked organic salmon. Mouth watering yet? Give them a call to find out what else is in store.

Ria » February 11-14; $135
Chef McLeod has created a selection of imaginative and intriguing dishes for a remarkably romantic meal. Diners begin with an appetizer selection of sea scallop with hakurei turnip, octopus, and fumet blanc. Second course features lobster with chestnut, fennel and orange, followed by aged strip loin with bone marrow, potato and Périgord truffles. For dessert, Tianori chocolate with black cocoa, pomelo and aperol provides the perfect sweet ending.

Shiraz on the Water » February 12-14; $49.95
Lobster bisque, salad, steak or prawns and red velvet torte. Sound delicious? Get it all (plus a glass of Champagne) at Shiraz on the Water.

SushiSamba Rio » February 12-14, $70

A meal decadent enough to make Cupid blush--that's what Sushi Samba has in store. The menu includes Hokkaido Scallops, Bigeye Tuna and Avocado Salad, Trio of Gunkan, Yuzu Kosho Poached Langoustines, Wagyu Beef Ishiyaki (for two) and Santarém Chocolate Mousse.

The Red Canary » February 11, 12 and 14; $80
The softly lit, decadent parlor room at The Red Canary sets the tone for one sexy supper this Valentine's Day. Chef de Comfort Neal Harper has created a menu that incorporates both shared items and individual plates, all designed with romance in mind.

Tommy Gun's Garage » February 11-14; $65-$70
For lovebirds with an interest in the macabre side of V-Day, head over to Tommy Guns Garage 1920’s themed dinner theater for an authentic reenactment of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. There’s nothing romantic about this bloody Valentine's homage.

Volo » February 11-15; 5-11 p.m.; $41

Wine and dine your sweetheart at Volo. A full menu will be offered all weekend as well as a special three-Course prix fixe menu, along with an optional premium wine pairing menu.

Wave » February 14; $55
Chef Kristine Subido offers a four-course meal including lobster ravioli, maple duck breast and flourless chocolate cake.

West Town Tavern » February 14; $48
Take advantage of a "Fourplay Dinner for Two" to get your date in the romantic mood. Each course has three options. Choose from tempting bites like smoked lobster tail, sun-dried tomato crepes and meyer lemon tart.

Zocalo » February 12-14; $75 (per couple)
If you’re looking to add some spice to your Valentine’s Day date this year, look no further than Zocalo Restaurant and Tequila Bar. The restaurant will offer a four-course tasting menu made just for two. The dinner will feature a choice of a cocktail, an appetizer to share, soup or salad, an entree and a dessert to share.