Valentine’s Day is around the corner! Celebrate love in the Central West End. Whether you’re looking for a gift for someone special, wondering where to dine out or looking for an activity to do, the neighborhood has something for everyone all weekend long.
Enjoy a delicious meal
Cocina Latina
Join Cocina Latina for dinner on Feb. 14! That evening they will have live music by Trish. You will be surrounded by Valentine’s Day decor while enjoying delicious cocktails and authentic Latin cuisine. To make reservations, call 314-696-2294.
Kingside Diner
Begin your Valentine’s Day with brunch at Kingside or join them for lunch. Along with your meal, you and your loved one can enjoy two free glasses of rosé by mentioning this promo! They will also have an exclusive dinner special which includes New York Strip Steak, Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp, Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Potato Pomme Anna. They’ll also have a decadent dessert spread!
Maryland House
Join Maryland House on Valentine’s Day for their 6th Annual Forever Alone Party! They’ll have great music, interesting people, delicious food and flowing drinks. $35 tickets get you access and all the food and dessert you need.
The Preston
Enjoy a special Valentine’s Day menu at The Preston, inside The Chase Park Plaza Hotel. You’ll have your choice of several options (meat or vegetarian) for a three-course meal plus dessert. You can start your experience with Chestnut Bisque or Butternut Bisque and end the night with champagne and berries. The cost is $80 per person (not including tax and gratuity).
Twisted Ranch
Twisted Ranch will offer a special dinner on Valentine’s Day evening. You can choose from four specialty-themed cocktails and a steak dinner served with a loaded ranch baked potato. Space is limited and you can make reservations by calling them at 314-833-3450.
Up-Down
Skip the restaurant and bring your valentine to Up-Down for their best special of the year. On Feb. 12-14, enjoy six domestic tallboys, 80 tokens, an Up-Down fanny pack and a delicious heart-shaped pizza for just $40. This is the perfect spot for the ones looking for something to eat and to do! No reservations are needed.
Straub’s
If you’d prefer to enjoy the evening at your home, pick up Straub’s Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two. The meal includes Grilled Salmon with a Honey Mustard Glaze served with freshly mashed potatoes, pepper asparagus, sauteed cherry tomatoes and red onions. The meal also includes a spring mix salad and fresh baked crusty baguettes. Everything you need for a special meal to celebrate someone you care about. These are available to order online through Feb. 13.
Edera
Join Edera on Sunday, Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Brunchin’ with the Besties! They will have a specialty a la carte menu for brunch dishes and cocktails. Their famous chalets are also available to reserve on Open Table with the standard $75 deposit.
Savor a sweet treat
The Cup
For those looking to celebrate the day and have a sweet tooth, pick up special cupcakes from The Cup! Their Valentine’s Classic Dozen comes in an assortment of 12 standard-size cupcakes with Valentine’s decor or an assortment of 12 homesize cupcakes. You will receive three of each: Confetti, Tuxedo, Strawberries ‘n’ Cream and Red Velvet with Valentine’s decor. You can also try their new Date Night Flight, which includes six homesize cupcakes: Double Chocolate, Confetti and Red Velvet. Pre-order online or stop by in-store to grab yours.
Ice Cave STL
Enjoy a limited-edition shaved ice treat at Ice Cave STL! Their Valentine’s special features chocolate shaved ice crowned with charming heart-shaped chocolate-covered pretzels, juicy strawberries and drizzled chocolate syrup. It’s perfect for a midday snack or after-dinner treat.
Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies’ limited-time Valentine’s Day treats are back! Pick up an order of the Red Velvet, Red Velvet Cheesecake Filled Classic and Cupid’s Cookies N’ Cream cookies for yourself or someone special. If you’re looking for something extra, order their Heart Cookie Cake, which you can also personalize.
Pick out the perfect gift
Brilliant Earth
Make hearts race with must-have jewelry gifts for Valentine’s Day. Their Heart Shaped Tube Pendant comes in 14K Gold ($695) and Silver ($150) and is lightweight, making it perfect for everyday wear and easily stacked. You can also choose the “luxe style” which means the heart pendant is made of stunning lab diamonds.
Kendra Scott
Kendra Scott has a collection of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings that would make the perfect Valentine’s Day present. Their pieces come in gold and silver, with white, pink and red gemstones. Layer up with new heart chains and iconic bestsellers like the Elisa necklace to build the neck stack of your loved one’s dreams! Visit them in-store to check out all that they offer.
Occasions Boutique
They are offering 50-70% off all fall/winter clothing. With the unpredictable Missouri weather, it’s never a bad time to get something for your loved one to wear on cooler days. With your purchase, you can pick out a Valentine’s Day bath item gift for free.
Enjoy an activity with your loved one
Central West End Yoga
Celebrate love in its most essential form—self-love—with a special 90-minute Valentine’s Day Yoga class on Feb. 14 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Through mindful movement, breathwork and meditation, you’ll create space to honor and nurture the connection you have with yourself. Whether you’re joining solo or with a loved one, this class is a beautiful opportunity to slow down and embrace the art of loving yourself. No experience is necessary.
The World Chess Hall of Fame
Join the World Chess Hall of Fame for Valentine’s Day Chess Crafts! Bring family, friends or loved ones to make arts and crafts in their Play and Create space. The crafts include chess-themed valentines, scratchboard hearts, ornaments and more that you can take home. This is free and great for all ages. (For a pre-Valentine’s Day activity, join them on Feb. 13 for Animal Crafts with Perennial, which is $10 per person.)
Find your furry friend something special
Treats Unleashed
Don’t forget your pets on Valentine’s Day! Treats Unleashed has special treats to celebrate including cookies, pretzel bites, bonbons, yogurt bites and more. Their popular Jumbo Conversation Hearts are back and, for something extra, add your furry friend’s name to a Personalized Jumbo Heart. Full-icing and light-icing options are available for both. Always baked from scratch, decorated by hand and made with love.