You know the old saying, a way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! If cooking isn’t your forte, let the wonderful restaurants of Ottawa take the lead!
For Valentine’s Day this year, dazzle your date with a top-notch dinner from one of the many wonderful restaurants in Ottawa. Canada’s capital city food scene is exciting, a delightful fusion of old and new, vibrant and fresh. We’ve collated 30 options to impress your Valentine this year.
The Grand – Gondola Experience
Dine-In:
Where: 745 Kichi Zībī Mīkan Parkway, Ottawa
How much: $325 per couple, or $600 for two couples in one gondola!
When: February 13 & 14, 2026
Riviera
For a Valentine’s Day dinner that feels effortlessly romantic, Riviera sets the tone. Since 2016, its grand dining room near Parliament Hill has drawn couples for polished comfort dishes, standout cocktails, and a lively open kitchen. Led by Chef Jordan Holley, the menu spans lobster spaghetti, seafood towers, and dry-aged striploin steak frites. Named to Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants and Canada’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants, Riviera is made for lingering, candle-lit evenings.
Dine-In:
How much: From Menu
When: February 13 to 15, 2026
Cyranos
Get ready for Valentine’s Day at none other than Cyranos with a three-course dining experience. Starters range from roasted red beet soup to sambuca saffron cream shrimp. Mains include rib eye or lamb chops (supplement), seafood pasta, chicken parmesan, and gnocchi, with desserts selected from the dessert board for a sweet finish.
Dine-In:
How much: $100/pp
When: February 14th
Where: 2039 Robertson Road, Nepean
Mati
Dine-In:
How much: $140.00 per person
When: 428 Preston St, Ottawa
Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine
This four-course Valentine’s dining experience is designed as a culinary journey through Lima’s most romantic landmarks. Guests move from shrimp-filled papa rellena and Pacific lingcod ceviche to braised short rib huatia, finishing with classic suspiro limeño.
Dine-In:
How much: $125.00 per person
When: 428 Preston St, Ottawa
Social Restaurant + Lounge
This Valentine’s Day menu brings romance to the table with a thoughtfully curated, multi-course dining experience. Chef-inspired dishes highlight seasonal ingredients, moving from vibrant starters to indulgent mains and a decadent dessert. Designed for warmth, flavour, and connection, it sets the stage for an evening meant to be savoured together.
Dine-In:
How much: $135.00 per person
When: 537 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
Trio Bistro and Lounge
Trio is hosting a Valentine’s Day dinner built around a three-course table d’hôte designed for relaxed, lingering evenings. The meal starts with grilled sourdough and whipped maple brown butter, followed by comforting starters like kale Caesar, crab cake, or pork belly. Mains range from seafood tagliatelle to braised beef cheek or French onion mushrooms on toast, finishing with flourless chocolate torte
Dine-In:
How much: $85.00 per person
When: 307D Richmond Rd, Ottawa
Social Restaurant + Lounge
This Valentine’s Day menu brings romance to the table with a thoughtfully curated, multi-course dining experience. Chef-inspired dishes highlight seasonal ingredients, moving from vibrant starters to indulgent mains and a decadent dessert. Designed for warmth, flavour, and connection, it sets the stage for an evening meant to be savoured together.
Dine-In:
How much: $135.00 per person
When: 537 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
Prova | Bar & Kitchen
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an intimate three-course Table d’Hôte dinner crafted for the occasion. The evening begins with a complimentary glass of Prosecco for each guest, setting the tone for a relaxed, romantic experience designed to savour each course and the company at the table.
Dine-In:
How much: $70.00 per person
When: 101 Lyon St. N, Ottawa
Ember
This Valentine’s Day features a three-course tasting menu, with optional add-ons like charred bread, wood-fired olives, or oysters. Guests choose a first course from dishes such as beef tartare, smoky eggplant dip, crispy tuna, or kale Caesar, setting the tone for a refined, share-worthy evening.
Dine-In:
How much: $95.00 per person
When: 92 Clarence St., Ottawa
Luxe Bistro
This Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu offers a refined, three-course dining experience with choice at every stage. Starters range from lobster bisque and beef carpaccio to beet and burrata salad, followed by mains like beef filet, lobster spaghettini, duck breast, or roasted cauliflower steak. The meal finishes with rich chocolate cake, and each guest is welcomed with a complimentary flute of sparkling wine or a non-alcoholic sparkling option.
Dine-In:
How much: $90.00 per person
When: 47 York Street, Ottawa
Bar Ocelli
This Valentine’s Day Aphrodisiac Tasting Experience is a coursed menu designed to unfold slowly, exploring spice, sweetness, and balance rather than spectacle. Inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours, the menu moves from muhammara and grilled manouri with honey to beef arayes, or a vegetarian alternative, paired with bespoke cocktails featuring notes like burnt honey, fig, and sherry. Optional à la carte additions include oysters, marinated olives, and a curated bread service, creating an intimate, unhurried evening focused on flavour and connection.
Dine-In:
How much: $85.00 per person
When: 17 William St, Ottawa
Next Dining
Celebrate the love of your life with a special evening that includes a flute of Prosecco per guest, a welcome little bite, and a 7-course sharing dinner designed to create unforgettable moments together.
Dine-In:
How much: $110/pp
When: February 13 to 15, 2026
Take-Out:
How much: $98/pp, 1 box is based on 2 guests
When: February 13 to 15, 2026
Where: 6400 Hazeldean Rd, Ottawa
Red Apron
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with two indulgent menus. On February 13, choose a French bistro meal with seafood salad, braised beef, and dessert, available for pickup or delivery. February 14 features a Chinese New Year–inspired menu, pickup only, with gluten-free highlights. Optional add-ons include Ontario bubbles and a kids’ dinner. Kids’ meals for two ($29.95) include heart-shaped cheese-stuffed pasta and sugar cookies, available both days. Perfect for a romantic or family celebration! A celebration of love and culinary delight!
Take-Out:
How Much: Valentine Dinner for 2 — $85
When: Until Soldout, delivery or pick on February 13 & 14, 2026
Where: 410 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa
North and Navy
Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2026 with a four-course Northern Italian meal inspired by Venice’s Bacari. Dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated, ensuring an unforgettable romantic dining experience.
Dine-In:
How much: $135 per person
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 226 Nepean St, Ottawa
Absinthe Cafe Resto Bar
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at one of Ottawa’s favourite bistros with French-inspired charm. Choose from the menu with plenty of delicious options or lunch/dinner Prix Fixe menu options.
Dine-In:
How much: From Menu
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 1208 Wellington St West, Ottawa
Cabotto’s Fine Italian Cuisine
Cabotto’s in Ottawa offers a classic Italian dinner ideal for Valentine’s Day, with starters like bruschetta, garlic cheese bread, and seafood (e.g., Gamberi Portofino) leading into a wide range of pastas and mains. You’ll find house-made pasta (lobster ravioli, fettuccine gamberi), traditional entrées (veal, chicken and lamb specials), and desserts like tiramisu or chocolate mousse, all paired with wines and wines by the glass. The Pucci family run the fantastic Cabotto’s in Ottawa, a fine dining Italian joint.
Dine-In:
How much: From Menu
When: February 14th
Where: 5816 Hazeldean Road, Ottawa
Amuse
Amuse your taste buds and your lover with a meal at Amuse, a classic spot in Ottawa that focuses on contemporary dishes and always bursting with flavour. The six-course Valentine’s Day menu is designed for sharing and lingering. The evening opens with a Kir Imperial, followed by a chef’s amuse-bouche, Spanish serrano ham, and tequila-poached Norwegian lobster. Courses continue with Alberta bison tartare and pistachio-crusted lamb pops, ending on a milk chocolate pot de crème with strawberries.
Dine-In:
How much: $130 per person. optional wine pairing $59
When: February 13 & 14, 2026, 5:30 & 8:00 pm
Where: 500 Eagleson Rd., Kanata
Brookstreet Hotel – Perspectives
Nestled inside the four-star Brooksteet Hotel is Perspectives, an award-winning restaurant in Ottawa, serving up piping-hot plates of contemporary cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients!
Valentine’s 2026 menu is a refined, multi-course experience built around bold flavours and elegant plating. The evening moves from a truffle-laced amuse-bouche through burrata, tomato consommé or tuna tataki, and mains like duck breast, smoked ribeye, or handmade pasta, finishing with a dark chocolate and espresso dessert designed to linger.
Dine-In:
How much: $125 per person
When: February 14th
Where: 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa
EVOO Greek Kitchen
Eat Greek this Feb 14. This Valentine’s Day menu is designed for sharing, with multiple courses served family-style. The experience starts with spreads and starters, moves through seafood plates, then individual mains priced by selection, and finishes with shared desserts such as baklava or ek mek, offering a relaxed, Mediterranean-style dinner for couples.
Dine-In:
How much: $85 per person
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 438 Preston Street, Ottawa
Cocotte Bistro
Cocotte is marking Valentine’s Day with two prix fixe options. Valentine’s brunch offers a lighter three-course menu, featuring yogurt parfait, choices like crêpes or seafood Benedict, and shared mignardises for two. Dinner is a four-course affair, starting with an amuse-bouche, followed by French-inspired appetizers, mains ranging from chicken and beef to halibut or vegetarian dishes, and classic desserts.
Dine-In:
How much: $100 per person
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa
Arlo
Indulge in a 4-course dinner for two, perfect for sharing with friends or a romantic evening with your lover. A versatile dining experience designed to be enjoyed together.
Dine-In:
How much: $125.00 per person
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 340 Somerset St W, Ottawa
Fauna
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Fauna with a five-course menu. This Valentine’s Day, dinner is offered as a five-course set menu, available Friday and Saturday night only, with no à la carte options. The progression moves through fritto misto and agnolotti, followed by boudin blanc and bison, and finishes with chocolate dessert. Guests can add an optional half dozen oysters with passionfruit mignonette and ghost pepper hot sauce for $24.
Dine-In:
How much: $125 per person
When: February 13 & 14, 2026, Early (5:30 to 6:30 start times) & Late (8:00 to 9:30 start times)
Where: 425 Bank St., Ottawa
State + Main
Love looks good at State & Main this Valentine’s Day. Couples can share a four-course dinner for two, starting with salad, followed by Bang Bang Shrimp, your choice of entrée—from pistachio-crusted salmon to sirloin—and a dessert to share. Sweeten the date with a half-priced bottle of Astoria, and settle in for a relaxed, indulgent night out.
Dine-In:
How much: $90.00 for 2
When: February 11-15, 2026
Where: 1880 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa
Moxies
Treat your favourite person to a 3-course menu crafted for two. The prix fixe includes one shared appetizer, two entrées, and one dessert to share. Options range from baked crab and cheddar dip or cashew chili chicken to mains like steak frites, lemon basil salmon, or tofu curry laksa, finished with sticky toffee pudding or a white chocolate brownie
Dine-In:
How much: $99 for two
When: February 13 – 15, 2026
Where: 1976 Ogilvie Rd, Gloucester
Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory
Aquatopia is hosting a Valentine’s Day dinner set inside its greenhouse, pairing tropical surroundings with a gourmet four-course menu. Guests dine beneath a glass ceiling with views of the night sky, while Aquatopia’s Red Seal Chef serves a menu inspired by the venue’s weddings and events favourites. The evening also includes a specialty take-home treat for couples, with alcoholic beverages available for purchase separately.
Dine-In:
How much: $152.55 per person
When: February 14, 2026, 7:00pm – 11:00pm, Ticket sales close on Sunday, February 8th at Midnight
Where: 2710 March Road , Ottawa
Biagio’s Kitchen + Catering
Biagio’s is celebrating Valentine’s Day with Love at First Bite, a romantic Italian dinner built around generous choice and indulgence. The menu moves from refined antipasti—like seafood zuppa, vitello tonnato, and duck confit arancini—to hearty secondi including short rib, stuffed chicken, trout, and meatball lasagna. Desserts lean classic and decadent, from lemon strawberry tiramisu to Nutella cake, with dietary accommodations available on request.
Dine-In:
How much: $90 per person
When: Saturday, February 14th at 5:30 PM or 8:30 PM.
Where: 1394 Richmond Rd, Ottawa
Farm Boy
This Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two offers a cozy, four-course meal made for sharing, no reservation required. The menu begins with cream of truffle soup and house-made focaccia, followed by braised beef agnolotti. Mains feature béarnaise grilled salmon with herb risotto, ending on an individual dark chocolate soufflé with berry coulis for a rich, romantic finish.
Take Out:
Date: Order online or in-store by Wednesday, February 11, then pick up on Saturday, February 14.
Address: Various Locations, Ottawa
Cost: $99.99 for 2
Copper Spirits & Sights
Celebrate Valentine’s Day atop Ottawa’s romantic rooftop with a special date offer. Enjoy the city lights, jazz music, and choose delicious dishes from the menu.
Dine-In:
How much: From Menu
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 325 Dalhousie St 16th Floor, Ottawa
Zoe’s at Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The vibe at Zoe’s is “rich in history, young at heart,” just like your love story. This three-course Valentine’s menu is designed for sharing, starting with baked brie and warm lobster salad for two. For the main, couples choose one dish—from beet risotto and maple-miso butterfish to braised Denver steak. Dessert is shared, with options like white chocolate mousse with strawberry or a tropical coconut and passionfruit finale.
Dine-In:
How much: $125.00 per person
When: February 13 to 15, 2026
Where: Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa
Aiana Restaurant Collective
Take a journey across Canada on Valentine’s through an elaborate 9-course menu meticulously curated for a unique dining experience by Chef Raghav. The staff will also guide you through a curated selection of wines and cocktails, ensuring perfect pairings.
Dine-In
How much: $185.00 per person
When: February 14, 2026
Where: 50 O’Connor Street, Ottawa