From intimate dining to spots with a more celebratory atmosphere, Wilmington restaurants will not disappoint this Valentine’s Day. Here’s our pick of the best locations to dine with your sweetheart this year:
Bella Coast
Bella Coast is offering up its Valentine’s Day menu from 4 p.m.–close on February 10–14. Some of the items available on these five days include a half dozen oyster and shrimp cocktail starters, a filet medallion and pappardelle pasta entrée, a crab cake and seared scallop entrée and, for dessert, chocolate-covered strawberries and warm apple tarts. 2530 Concord Pike, Wilmington, (302) 479-5683
Centreville Cafe
Centreville Café wants to help you start your Valentine’s Day celebration a day early with a private dinner on February 13 from 6:30–9 p.m. Guests will indulge in a four-course romantic meal featuring delectable items such as roast cauliflower soup, filet mignon, an exquisite lemon dessert and much more. The cost is $45 per person with advance reservations required. One seating is available at 6:30 p.m. 5800 Kennett Pike, Centreville, (302) 425-5808
Deerfield Golf Club
Make your Valentine’s Day celebration a family affair with the Valentine’s Brunch at Deerfield Golf Club on February 12. From 10 a.m.–2 p.m., guests will enjoy brunch offerings including made-to-order omelets, breakfast burrito station, seafood station, meat carvery and delectable desserts, to name a few. The cost is $39.95 for adults and $9.95 for children ages 4–12; kids ages 3 and under eat for free. Want to really impress your sweetheart? Order a dozen roses in advance to be delivered right to your table for $65 (must be ordered and paid for prior to the event). 507 Thompson Station Rd., Newark, (302) 368-6640
Domaine Hudson
Experience a luxurious Valentine’s Day meal at Domaine Hudson with a five-course prix fixe dinner for $85 per person ($130 per person for a wine pairing dinner). Some of the featured items include an edible garden starter, King crab, Wagyu strip steak, chocolate cake and more. If you’d prefer to select individual items, the a la carte menu will also be available. For those who wish to celebrate the romantic holiday during the weekend, the prix fixe menu will be available February 11–13 as well. 1314 N. Washington St., Wilmington, (302) 655-9463
Green Room at Hotel du Pont
The Green Room will be offering a four-course prix fixe menu for $85 per person plus gratuity. Seatings with reservations are available from 5:30–8:30 p.m. Some of the highlights on the Valentine’s Day menu include lobster bisque, tableside Caesar salad for two, Long Island duck breast, chocolate strawberry gateau and other unforgettable dishes. 11th and Market Streets, Wilmington, (302) 594-3154
Hagley Museum
Bring the family to the Hagley Museum on February 11 for a sweet family-friendly event. The Victorine’s Valentine’s Day will unfold from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. with DIY Valentine’s Day card crafting, candy bar wrapper making, a hot cocoa bar, tasty treats and more. Drop in anytime during the aforementioned hours (weather-dependent) for this free event. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington, (302) 658-2400
Harry’s Savoy Grill
From 4:30–11 p.m., Valentine’s Day dining will be in full swing at Harry’s Savoy Grill with a specialty three-course menu and wine pairing option. You can also select your favorite items from the regular dinner menu if you choose. The Valentine’s Day menu will also be available February 10–13. 2020 Naamans Rd., Wilmington, (302) 475-3000
Hilton Christiana
The Valentine’s menu at Hilton Christiana spans a few extra days, both before and after Valentine’s Day, to provide ample time for diners to visit. Available from February 10–19, the special featured menu will offer shareable small plates such as seared crab cakes; eclectic entrees including chicken francaise, sea bass and vegetarian trio quinoa; and melt-in-your-mouth desserts. 100 Continental Dr., Newark, (302) 454-1500
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Iron Hill’s Valentine’s Day specials, which run from February 10–14, feature classic lobster bisque, oysters on the half shell, potato-crusted halibut, char-grilled veal chop, chocolate torte and more. On tap: Cherry Vanilla Porter, Iron Hill’s award-winning Pig Iron Porter aged with vanilla bean and Michigan sour cherry. 620 Justison St., Wilmington, (302) 472-2739
Kid Shelleen’s
Kid Shelleen’s is offering a Valentine’s Day dinner for $50 per couple, excluding drinks and gratuity. Dinner includes one appetizer, two entrees and a shareable dessert. 14th and Scott Streets, Wilmington, (302) 658-4600
Melting Pot
Have a romantic fondue experience with your loved on this Valentine’s Day at The Melting Pot. The Valentine’s Day menu is a four-course prix fixe meal with delicious inclusions such as white truffle cheddar fondue, lobster tail, filet mignon and enticing desserts. The cost is $85 per person and includes a complimentary photo in a frame and goody bag. For those celebrating before or after February 14, the Valentine’s Sweetheart menu is a four-course prix fixe menu only on February 13 and 15 and an optional menu February 10–12. 1601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, (302) 652-6358
River Rock Kitchen
The chef at River Rock Kitchen has created an unforgettable Valentine’s Day menu for lovebirds on February 14. The four-course prix fixe dinner costs $39 per person and includes tasty menu offerings such as shrimp cocktail, chopped kale salad, Mediterranean chicken, pan-seared grouper and a chocolate and strawberry decadent dessert. 818 Shipyard Dr., Wilmington, (302) 397-5518
Sheraton Wilmington South
Make an entire evening out of your Valentine’s Day this year at Sheraton Wilmington South. For $239 per night, you’ll receive suite accommodations, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries delivered to your room, a three-course dinner for two (advanced reservations required) and breakfast for the two the following morning. 365 Airport Rd., New Castle, (302) 328-6200
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Steakhouse is serving up a three-course prix fixe Wine, Dine and Be Mine menu that includes options such as filet tournedos, lobster tail, house-made dessert and more. The cost is $69 per person before 5 p.m. and $79 per person from 5 p.m.–close. The menu is available February 10–14. 5525 Concord Pike, Wilmington, (302) 479-7970
Tonic Bar and Grille
Tonic Bar and Grille’s Valentine’s Day menu, offered February 14–18, will include special menu selections such as pan-seared foie gras, charcuterie and cheese board, New York strip steak, whole lobster and more. 111 W. 11th St., Wilmington, (302) 777-2040
- Love signs photo: Barn Images
- Wine photo: SkitterPhoto
