Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and you haven’t made a reservation. Don’t panic. Whether you’re stateside or across the pond, we’ve rounded up the best last-minute options that range from casual and cozy to full-on romantic — plus a few Galentine’s picks for those celebrating friendship instead.
USA
1. Dedham House of Pizza — Dedham, MA
Best for: The couple who’d rather stay in with a great pie
Sometimes the most romantic thing you can do is skip the white tablecloth and order pizza in your pajamas. Dedham House of Pizza — the first spot in Greater Boston to serve heart-shaped, New England pan-style pizzas for Valentine’s Day — is back with an upgraded package this year. A large heart-shaped cheese pizza runs $20, but for $35 you get the full Valentine’s experience: the pizza, two splits of wine, and a slice of red velvet cake. Add your favorite toppings for an extra charge. Pre-orders for February 14th opened on February 11th, and you can order online, through their app, or by phone (no third-party delivery). They’ve also recently expanded delivery to all of Dedham, Westwood, West Roxbury, and Needham.
Price: $20 (pizza only) / $35 (pizza + wine + cake)
2. il Casale — Lexington & Belmont, MA
Best for: A proper Italian date night (or a Galentine’s feast)
This rustic Italian farmhouse-style restaurant is pulling double duty this Valentine’s season. On Thursday, February 12th, il Casale Lexington hosts a “Con Amore!” Galentine’s/Palentine’s shared menu — a three-course dinner for two at $90 total, complete with a drink each (cocktail or zero-proof), shared appetizers, an entrée, and dessert. Think arancini, pollo alla Marsala, and cannoli made in partnership with local candy shop Liberty Sweets.
Then on February 14th, both locations offer a $95/person four-course prix fixe that leans into romance: strawberry cicoria salad, fusilli with Argentinian red shrimp in a creamy Calabrian chili sauce, bistecca with black truffle potato gratinata, and desserts like fresh vanilla bean panna cotta with poached pears. Reservations are available on Resy.
Bonus: il Casale Lexington and Liberty Sweets have also launched a build-your-own cannoli kit ($19 takeout / $15 dine-in) through the end of February, with proceeds benefiting The Greater Boston Food Bank. Sicilian shells, cinnamon ricotta filling, colorful candy toppings, gourmet chocolates, and discount perks from both brands — it’s a Valentine’s gift in a box.
Price: $90/couple (Galentine’s) / $95/person (Valentine’s prix fixe)
3. The Wellington — Belmont, MA
Best for: Craft cocktails and eclectic American comfort food
This Belmont neighborhood gem is serving a $95/person four-course prix fixe that balances elegance with approachability. Highlights include a beet salad with blue cheese and pickled red onion, potato gnocchi with basil pesto and grilled guanciale, balsamic braised beef short rib over creamy grits, and a classic crème brûlée with Madagascar bourbon vanilla beans. Reservations run from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. via Resy or by phone.
But the real move here might be the Valentine’s specialty cocktails ($16 each): try the Get Fizzicle (Empress indigo gin with cranberry syrup and cream soda), Rose-Colored Glasses (mezcal with pomegranate and Aranciata), It’s a Match! (tequila and blood orange with smoked sea salt), or the All Tai’d Up (house cask-aged mai tai with dark rum and amaretto).
Price: $95/person (prix fixe) / $16 (specialty cocktails)
UK
4. Casa Felicia — London
Best for: A transporting Italian escape without the airfare
If your idea of romance involves the Amalfi Coast but your budget says Zone 1, Casa Felicia is offering a Valentine’s Day set menu that channels the charm of Southern Italy. For £150 per couple, expect oysters with Amalfi lemon oil and chilli, tuna crudo with geranium and Tabasco, raviolone with ricotta and saffron, flowing wine pairings, and indulgent desserts. Spicy margaritas and Italian reds round out the evening.
Galentine’s pick: Book the Red Room, a tucked-away private dining space seating 4–10 guests — ideal for an intimate gathering with friends.
Price: £150/couple (set menu); à la carte also available
5. Thai Square — London
Best for: Bold flavours and great value
Celebrating 30 years of shared flavours, Thai Square’s Valentine’s set menu is one of the best-value date nights in London. The four-course experience (£46/person) moves from shared starters through aromatic coconut soup to mains like Drunken Roasted Duck, Caramel Chicken, or Jubilee Lamb Shank, finishing with a light Coconut Jasmine Sorbet. A three-course option without soup is available for £40. Minimum two people.
Price: £46/person (4 courses) / £40/person (3 courses)
6. Thai Square Spa — London
Best for: Skipping dinner entirely and going straight to relaxation
For couples who’d rather unwind than dine out, Thai Square Spa is offering dedicated Valentine’s treatments, including the Couple Indulgence, Couples Divine Getaway, and Thai Square Royal Couple packages. Every booking comes with a complimentary bottle of non-alcoholic prosecco rosé. The multi-award-winning spa is an authentic Thai retreat in the heart of London — think less prix fixe, more pressure points.
Price: Varies by treatment
7. Cocomelt — London
Best for: A sweet, low-key gesture that still says “I love you.”
London’s favourite premium chocolate café is selling Valentine’s strawberry boxes — fresh, juicy strawberries dipped in their signature Belgian milk and pink chocolate, beautifully boxed and ready to gift. Whether you’re bringing them to a date night at home or a Galentine’s gathering, these are the kind of effortlessly romantic gesture that punches well above their price point. Pre-order online now.
Price: Check website for pricing
8. How Matcha! — Marylebone & Notting Hill, London
Best for: A quick Valentine’s treat on the go
How Matcha!’s two London locations are rolling out limited-edition Valentine’s specials from February 13–15. The Lov-ender Spell (£6.50) blends ube powder, lavender syrup, and matcha, topped with lavender and rose petals — available hot or iced. The Matcha and Chill (£7) is a cold-only creation with fresh raspberry and mint-infused coconut milk under a matcha and white chocolate cold foam. Both are Instagram-ready and genuinely delicious.
Price: £6.50–£7
9. Kicking Goat Cider — Available online (Somerset & Kent)
Best for: The partner who doesn’t do flowers
Not everyone wants chocolates and roses. For the cider enthusiast in your life, Kicking Goat Cider offers Valentine’s gift packs featuring their range of 100% fresh-pressed British apple ciders in four award-winning finishes: Fresh Berry, Medium, Medium Dry, and Dry. It’s thoughtful, it’s different, and it ships. Sometimes the best Valentine’s gift is a cold one.
Price: Check website for gift pack pricing
Whether you’re going all-out or keeping it casual, the best Valentine’s Day plans are the ones that feel like you. Happy Valentine’s Day — on both sides of the Atlantic.
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