“AMOR” Sculpture By Robert Indiana At Philadelphia Museum of Art
‘Love is in the Air in Philadelphia!’
Philadelphia is filled with so much romance! From the iconic LOVE sculpture in LOVE Park, to the AMOR sculpture at the top of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, to the people of this awesome city and so much more.
With Philly’s restaurant scene exploding over the year’s, we could be here for days listing the romantic restaurants. We even reached out to a few for their opinions, which will be listed below with some of our choices. FYI – It’s advisable to call for reservations as some of the restaurants below might be booked now for Tuesday, February 14.
Brunch
Creperie Beau Monde
Saturday and Sunday, this quaint and romantic French Bistro will be offering brunch starting at 10 am and a dinner menu that evening. On Valentine’s Day, February 14, they will have specials for both lunch and dinner.
Bella Vista ~ 624 S 6th St (6th & Brainbridge Streets)
Dinner
Abe Fisher
Get cozy as Abe Fisher is offering a 4-course meal of 8 new dishes designed to share for $55 per person. (waiting for 2017 update)
Rittenhouse – Center City West ~ 1623 Sansom St
XIX Nineteen
Located in the Hyatt at The Bellevue, starting at 5:30 pm, enjoy a 3-course Prix-Fixe dinner for $75 per person.
Rittenhouse ~ 200 S Broad St #19
Cuba Libre
Enjoy several special meals with Cuba Libre’s mimosas and sangrias. Cubre Libre will being having these specials from Saturday, February 11 through Tuesday, February 14. For details, click here.
Old City ~ 10 S 2nd St (near Market St)
Gnocchi
This quaint romantic establishment makes you feel like you are in Italy! Chef Sandro Frusone will be creating Italian food from scratch with love on Valentine’s Day from 4 pm to 10 pm!
Queen Village ~ 613 E Passyunk Ave
R2L
Enjoy a beautiful skyline view of the city while taking pleasure in a special Valentine’s Day menu.
Rittenhouse ~ 50 S. 16th St 37th Floor
Creperie Beau Monde
On Valentine’s Day, February 14, they will have specials for both lunch and dinner.
Bella Vista ~ 624 S 6th St (6th & Brainbridge Streets)
Vernick Food & Drink
Opening at 5 pm, enjoy an intoxicating atmosphere with fabulous food.
Rittenhouse ~ 2031 Walnut St
Bridget Foy’s
A Bi-level space that offers eclectic American fare will be offering a sweetheart of a deal all weekend long! 3 Courses + a Cocktail for $34 per person! Menu, click here. (waiting for 2017 update)
South Street Headhouse District – Society Hill ~ 200 South St
Rose Tattoo Cafe
Lovely restaurant with floral arrangements all throughout the establishment. Appreciate a Valentine’s Day menu with appetizers ranging from $10 to $16 and entrees from $32 to $42
Fairmount ~ 1847 Callowhill St
SkyBrunch
Enjoy a 6-course dinner with a romantic view 50 stories up overlooking the streets of Philadelphia! You’ll also be able to enjoy sounds of the Louis Petenelli Duo. For details, click here.
Center City ~ 1717 Arch St, 50th Floor
Talula’s Daily & Talula’s Garden
Enjoy these casual and cozy Stephen Starr restaurants. Enjoy brunch or dinner at Talula’s Garden or a special chef’s tasting menu for dinner.
Washington Square ~ 208 Washington Square & 210 Washington Square
Bistro Romano
Listed as one of 100 romantic restaurants by Open Table, this intimate Italian eatery with a rustic vibe will celebrate Valentine’s Day all weekend long with a Prix-Fixe $78 special menu.
Society Hill ~ 120 Lombard St
Fine Palate
Enjoy a four-course meal for $75 & indulge in their rare Mediterranean blue lobster while it’s still available.
Rittenhouse Square ~ 231 S. 15th St ~ 267-318-7971
Paradiso Restaurant
This romantic Italian fine dining establishment incorporates locally sourced ingredients with each house-made dish, plus your can savor their global wines list.
East Passyunk ~ 1627 E Passyunk Ave
Vedge
Restaurant serving inventive vegan & vegetarian small plates in a charming old mansion will have a five-course tasting with optional wine pairing.
Midtown Village ~ 1221 Locust St
Rex 1516
Southern-inflected eatery offers creative dishes and drinks in a rustic space clad in reclaimed wood with a romantic bar. Opening at 5 pm, there will be their regular menu and an a la carte menu as well.
South Street West - 1516 South St
Twenty Manning
New American eatery set in a double brownstone with stylish setting will have a three-course meal for $100 per couple on Saturday, and Sunday features four-courses for $65 per person. (waiting for 2017 update)
Rittenhouse ~ 261 S 20th St
Plough and the Stars
You don’t need a passport to this Irish establishment. Warm yourself by the fire or sit at the many different seating areas and savor a special Valentine’s Day menu.
Old City ~ 123 Chestnut Street (Enter On N 2nd St)
Paris Wine Bar at London Grill
Upscale New American fare with a special area in back for romance. There will be a special Valentine’s Day menu to enjoy.
Fairmount ~ 2301 Fairmount Ave
Kensington Quarters
Offering brunch and dinner prix-fixe meals where both vegetarian and meaty options are available set in a warehouse with wood tables and an industrial feel.
Fishtown/Northern Liberties ~ 1310 Frankford Ave
Fork
Sophisticated New American cuisine, delight in a Prix-Fixe four-course meal for $99 a person or their house menu for $78 per person. For details, click here.
Old City ~ 306 Market St
Caffe Valentino
A 2-story Italian BYOB that offers a taste of Puglia (a region in southern Italy) in a brightly colored space filled with natural light.
Pennsport ~ 1245 S 3rd St
Twisted Tail
This establishment brings southern charm and romance to your evening. Enjoy a special 4 course menu for $70 with music as well. For details, click here.
Society Hill ~ 509 South 2nd Street
Romantic Date Ideas & Attractions
Blue Cross RiverRink & Winterfest
Skate hand in hand at the Blue Cross RiverRink and then afterwards, head over to the tent at Winterfest for some food and drinks.
Penn’s Landing at Delaware River Waterfront ~ 101 South Columbus Boulevard
Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park
Skate to your favorite love songs and after skating, warm up with a beverage and a bite inside the Rothman Cabin. Special: Sweetheart Skate
Dilworth Park ~ 15th & Market Streets
LOVE Park
Take a memorable photo with the LOVE sculpture in the background (At the corner of City Hall near the ice rink 2017).
15th & Arch Streets
Mueller Chocolate Company
Looking to buy your sweetheart some delectable chocolates, head on over to Mueller’s Chocolates inside the Reading Terminal Market!
Reading Terminal Market ~ 51 N 12th St