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Where to Dine and Grab a Beverage for Valentine's Day in Los Angeles

Calling all lovers in the City of Angels! The day of love is quickly approaching. You’ve got the perfect outfit (or not), but no where to go. Reservations for Valentine’s Day are quickly filling up. Whether you’re in the mood for a fancy outing, a more low-key date, or serving up delectable bites in the comfort of your own home — we’ve got you covered. Take a peep at our top picks for the day of love, and more!

Grab a Bite at Eataly:

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Eataly Los Angeles for any upcoming romantic roundups you may be working on. From an intimate dinner for two at one of the three on-site delectable restaurants, to interactive cooking classes filled with love at La Scuola and shopping for a romantic dinner at home, Eataly truly is a one-stop-shop for any Valentine’s day plans. 

In particular, guests can look forward to: 

  • An intimate setting with breathtaking views of the Hollywood Hills at wood-burning grill Terra while indulging in a prix fixe menu. Menu highlights include, Bottoni Alle Rape Rosse (Homemade Red Beet Ravioli, Oyster Mushrooms, Black Winter Truffle, Caciotta Cheese), Schiaffoni Con Spada E Pomodorini (Housemade Paccheri, Swordfish ragù, Pomodorini) and for dessert, Mousse Di Gianduja (Mousse with choccolato giandija). 

  • Eataly LA’s  newest dining concept, Capri, offers a vibrant vision of southern Italy with a menu that pays tribute to the Amalfi coastline. This Valentine’s Day guests dining at Capri will find California seafood and local produce prepared in bright, flavorful dishes.

  • La Pizza & La Pasta, a timeless classic where guests can enjoy regional Italian staples, is offering a special a-la-carte menu perfect for sharing this Valentine’s Day. With heart shaped Pizza Napoletana, Pici Con Frutti Di Mare and Pizza Cuore (Pomodorini pachino, rucola, prosciutto crudo) there is nothing short of love on this menu. Pairs perfectly with specialty cocktail, Cupid’s Dust and wines picked by Eataly LA experts. 

The Valentine’s Day menus for Capri, Terra, La Pizza & La Pasta will be available from February 11-February 14 for lunch and dinner. Reservations are encouraged and can be made here.

Head to Mama Shelter:

Check out the beloved offerings at one of Hollywood’s cutest restaurant. MAMA Shelter is launching a special menu for Valentine’s Day that includes a black truffle and wine pairing, fresh beausoleil oysters, delicious appetizers like Hawaiian tuna carpaccio, puff rice, truffle aioli, galbi vinaigrette, main entrées like wild mushroom risotto with kabocha squash or black bass with baby carrot, crispy yucca, and shellfish bisque, and desserts like raspberry and pistachio mousse, chocolate molten cake, or lemon olive oil cake with lemon sorbet. Make your reservation here: https://www.opentable.com/r/mama-shelter-downstairs-los-angeles.

Dine in a chic greenhouse at Lady Byrd Cafe:

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Lady Byrd Cafe has quickly become a staple. Located in Echo Park, the unassuming local favorite offers delectable bites in a chic, intimate setting. Snag one of their greenhouses for an ultimate date night full of string lights and the cutest scenery.

Dine (or chill) at 1 Hotel in Hollywood:

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 Grab your love and head to 1 kitchen or Juniper Lounge for a night out. Nosh on delectable prix-fixe menus at 1 kitchen for $125.00 per person or enjoy a more relaxed vibe to cap the evening at Juniper Lounge.

Valentine’s Day at Juniper Lounge ($100 for two people)

  • Candle-lit tables and music by our Resident DJ Shammy all night

  • Enjoy a bottle of champagne for two along with your choice of shared boards:

  • Charcuterie Board Prosciutto: Salami, House Made Chicken Liver Mousse, Grilled Bread, Spicy Parmesan Crackers

  • California Cheese Board: Selection Of 3 California Cheeses, Local Dates, House Honey, Seasonal Fruit, Cranberry Walnut Toast

Experience a Cooking Class

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  • For couples wanting a fun and interactive Valentine’s Day activity, Eataly LA will be hosting Valentine’s Day themed cooking classes at La Scuola. Including, Italian Valentine's Dolce: Torta Tenerina, on February 10 where guests can learn how to prepare this special cake with Eataly LA’s head Pastry Chef and on February 14, Valentine's Date Night for 2: Steak all'Italiana couples can cook and share a delectable and romantic Italian dinner that tastes like amore. Explore all of Eataly LA’s Valentine’s Day cooking classes here

Pamper Yourself of Loved One with a Massage

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California’s leading luxury day spa, Burke Williams, is pleased to introduce three special Valentine’s Day gift card packages perfect to celebrate the ones you care for. The ideal destination for health, wellness and luxurious relaxation, Burke Williams will launch Valentine’s Day packages on Thursday, January 19, welcoming guests to pamper themselves and those closest to them with an experience guaranteed to rejuvenate.  

Nothing says “I love you” quite like the healing touch of a day at the spa and Burke Williams’ expertly curated packages offer a range of recommended services at an incredible value. Packages include a variety of signature Burke Williams treatments including massage therapy, facials and spa baths. The “Hopelessly Devoted” package includes Burke Williams’ all-new Tranquility Massage treatment which integrates massage therapy with the healing effects of sound to create a calming experience unlike any other. 

Go Chocolate Tasting

February 11, World Chocolate Masters Champion, Elias Läderach of Läderach Chocolate, the premium Swiss Chocolate Company, will be coming to Westfield Topanga all the way from Switzerland to host a chocolate tasting experience.

At the event, Elias will show guests how premium chocolate is made, how to experience chocolate through the five senses, and more! Guests will also be able to enter drawings to win exclusive VIP passes to the store and be able to discover the perfect gifts for Valentine’s Day.

WHAT: World Champion Chocolatier Elias Läderach hosts a special chocolate tasting event in the middle of Westfield Topanga for all mall guests to view and a select few to experience it first-hand.*

WHEN: Saturday, February 11, 2023  / 2 p.m. & 5 p.m. PT                                               

WHERE:  Westfield Topanga: 6600 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Canoga Park, CA 91303