Looking for a restaurant for Valentine’s Day 2025 in the Triangle? Here are some restaurants to check out for Valentine’s Dinner in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas. We’re including both dine-in and take-home choices.
Also, please scroll down for a list of Valentine’s Day fast food and pizza deals.
If you want to think outside the box, we have also compiled a list of free and cheap Valentine’s Day events in the Triangle, which include a special planetarium show, a dance party, and more.
Valentine’s Day Dinners in the Triangle
If you’re planning on dining in, reservations are recommended for most of these restaurants. For each of these, though, make sure to check out their options for take-out and delivery. Even if we don’t mention it, it might be available. We are also including meals that you can order from places that are not restaurants, such as breweries and catering companies.
We will be adding more information to this list as we receive it!
Alley Twenty Six
Alley Twenty Six
320 East Chapel Hill St., Durham, NC
This Valentine’s Day, Alley Twenty Six is offering several dinner specials with craft cocktail pairings. Here are a few examples:
- Duck and Foie Gras Pate en Terrine with arugula, fennel, mustard, cherry and crostini, $21, paired with the Rebel Rose (bourbon, Cap Corse rouge, Alley Twenty Six pomegranate grenadine, lemon, and Molly Chomper cider) $14
- Grilled Red Snapper for Twowith orange, Castelvetrano olives, Calabrian chili, pomegranate, and gremolata, $68, paired with Crazy in Love (tequila blanco, Amoro de Vino Apéro Ibérico, primitivo quiles, and orange bitters), $16
- Chocolate Coconut Panna Cotta with strawberry, feuilletine, whipped cream, and cocoa powder, $12, paired with Call Me Maybe? (cognac, dark rum, decaf coffee, lime, and mint), $13
This information was supplied in a press release.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Multiple locations
Carrabba’s is offering a 4-course dining experience for two for only $65 this Valentine’s season. This dining experience and menu will only be available from February 6, 2025 to February 16, 2025.
This dinner includes a shared appetizer, each person’s choice of soup or salad, each person’s choice of an entree, and a shared dessert.
There is also a featured Strawberry Limoncello Martini for $9.99.
This information was supplied in a press release.
The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market
Multiple locations
The Fresh Market is offering a variety of take-home Valentine’s meals for 2 for $59.99. Entrees include different combinations of filet mignon, crab cakes, and sea bass. Here is what is included in the Valentine’s Day Filet Mignon Meal:
- 2 premium choice filet mignon
- Mascarpone whipped potatoes with rosemary
- Asparagus with red peppers and sea salt butter steamer bag
- Chocolate dipped strawberries
- Dozen roses bunch (colors vary)
These meals will require some prep at home.
Order here by February 12, 2025 at 2 p.m. In-store pickup will be from February 13, 2025 to February 16, 2025.
Guglhupf
Guglhupf
Multiple locations
Guglhupf is offering a three-course pre-fixe menu with an optional wine pairing this Valentine’s Day. Below is the menu they are offering:
The meal is $65 per person, and the optional wine pairing is $25 per person. There will also be live music from Dom Bisbee to accompany the meal.
Make reservations here now.
Overlook Restaurant
Overlook Restaurant
616 South Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC
This Valentine’s Day, Overlook is offering a four-course meal for two. For $110 the couple receives their choice of two appetizers, two salads, two entrees, and two desserts. Here is what is on the menu:
- Bang bang glazed salmon bites
- Wild mushroom risotto
- Strawberry and walnut spinach salad
- Blue cheese and candied bacon wedge salad
- Lamb loli pops and polenta with rainbow carrots and mint jelly
- Baked mahi mahi with jasmine rice and zucchini spears
- Cauliflower steak with romesco
- Red velvet cake
- Tuxedo bombs
- Flourless chocolate torte
Make your reservation here for February 15, 2025.
Perry’s Steakhouse
Perry’s Steakhouse
4509 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Perry’s Steakhouse is offering two different menus this Valentine’s Day that are available both for dine-in and to-go.
Perry’s Valentine Candlelight Dinner for 2 is $185 per couple for dine-in (requires reservation), and $155 for to-go. This meal is being offered from Wednesday, February 12, 2025 to Sunday, February 16, 2025 and includes:
- Choice of two salads
- 12 oz. filet mignon roast
- Two steamed 4 oz. lobster tails
- Whipped potatoes
- Seasonal vegetables
- Half-dozen chocolate-dipped strawberry kisses
The 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu will also be available on February 14, 2025 and February 15, 2025. Dine-in at 5:30 p.m. and earlier will be $69 per person, and after 5:45 p.m., it will be $79 per person. All takeout of the Prix Fixe menu is $69 per person. Each meal includes choice of soup and salad, entree, and an individual dessert.
There will also be a second chance to celebrate with these Valentine’s specials Sunday, February 23, 2025. More information here.
Make a reservation or order your meal to-go here.
The Restaurant at The Durham
The Restaurant at The Durham
315 E. Chapel Hill St., Durham, NC
If you aren’t able to get out on the 14th, The Restaurant is offering a Valentine’s Weekend Brunch on both February 15, 2025 and February 16, 2025. For $35 a person, the brunch includes a pastry board for the table and your choice of one of the following entrees:
- Two eggs, crispy potatoes, bacon, and toast
- Mushroom and cheese quiche
- Slow-roasted beef tenderloin
- Stuffed french toast
- Duck hash BBQ
- Guac and toast
Reserve your table here.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
410 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC
Sullivan’s Steakhouse will be serving their standard menu on Valentine’s Day, as well as their Tomahawk Trio for Two special. For $199, this dinner includes a 32 oz Wagyu Tomahawk, two North Atlantic cold water lobster tails, and a bottle of Gruet Brut sparkling wine.
Make a reservation for Valentine’s Day here.
Table and Twine
Table and Twine
5000 Departure Dr., Raleigh, NC
For $169.99, Table and Twine is offering a take-home 4-Course Dinner for Two this Valentine’s Day that includes:
- Fruit and cheese
- Lobster carbonara
- 2 filet mignon with whipped potatoes and haricot verts with truffle butter
- 2 dark chocolate tortes
There are also offering the carbonara and filet mignon a la carte, as well as a Cupid’s Arrow cocktail mix ($11.99), and a cookie decorating kit ($17.99).
Order here by end of day on February 11, 2025. Delivery/pickup with be February 13, 2025 and February 14, 2025.
Waffle House
For the 17th year, select Waffle House restaurants are pulling out all the stops and setting the stage for a romantic Valentine’s evening — complete with Valentine-themed decorations, candles, and a specially curated jukebox playlist. This special event takes place February 14, 2025, only.
Find the list of Triangle Waffle Houses that are participating in the Valentine’s Day event, and the number to call for reservations.
Other Valentine’s Day Food Deals
Auntie Anne’s
On February 14, 2025, participating locations will have cinnamon sugar and original heart-shaped pretzels available in-store.
With the purchase of any pretzel item on the Auntie Anne’s Rewards App on February 14, 2025, rewards members will receive a free original or cinnamon pretzel. Rewards accounts can be made here.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Multiple locations
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with $5 Red Velvet Cake Shakes on February 14, 2025!
Checkers & Rally
Through February 23, 2025, Checkers & Rally’s is offering a 2-for-$4 deal featuring two burgers. Choose from the all-new BLT Burger or the sweet and smoky Honey BBQ Bacon Burger or mix and match.
Chipotle
Get BOGO Burritos with a $20+ Chipotle purchase on Grubhub on February 14, 2025. No promo code is needed. Just order from participating Chipotle locations while supplies last.
Cinnabon
From February 10 to 14, 2025, Cinnabon is offering 20% off a CinnaPack for rewards members. The offer is single-use, call ahead and verify your location is participating.
Through February 14, 2025, purchases of $25 or more in gift cards will earn a $5 reward if you have a Cinnabon Rewards Account. Click here for more information.
Grubhub+
All Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members can use promo code GET10 at checkout to redeem $10 off a $30 Grubhub order through February 17, 2025.
If you’re already a member of Prime, you can sign up for GrubHub+ here, for free.
Hooters
On February 14, 2025, Hooters is offering a special deal: Get 10 free boneless wings with the purchase of any 10 wings, any style. This deal is available only for dine-in guests on Feb. 14, 2025, with a limit of one order per person. The offer includes the lower-priced wings on the house, with one sauce or rub per 10 wings.
Jamba
Through February 14, 2025, Jamba Rewards Members will receive $10 in eRewards for every $30 of gift cards purchased online.
McAlister’s Deli
From February 14 to 16, 2025, McAlister’s Rewards Members can buy one entree and receive a second for 50% off at participating locations.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
From February 14 to 16, 2025 Moe Rewards Members can buy one entree and receive a second free at participating locations.
Panda Express
From February 3 to 14, 2025, purchase $30 or more in gift cards at Panda Express and get a free Panda Bowl as a bonus.
Piada Italian Street Food
On February 14, 2025, Piada is offering a one-day promotion. Guests can enjoy a Valentine’s Day Bundle featuring two entrees (with protein), two drinks, and Piada’s signature cannoli chips—all for just $20.25.
This collaboration brings a unique twist to the holiday, as Barilla is providing limited-edition heart-shaped pasta exclusively for this promotion, reinforcing the role of innovation and partnership in the fast-casual dining space.
Smashburger
Smashburger is offering a Grubhub-exclusive deal of $6 off a $30 purchase on February 14, 2025.
Valentine’s Heart-Shaped Pizza and Other Deals
Marco’s
Marco’s is offering heart-shaped pizza starting at $9.99. Also, treat yourself to some chocolate desserts like their NEW Ghirardelli Chocolate CinnaSquares for $6 and Double Chocolate Brownie for $7. Both of these rich chocolate treats and deals are available from the Marco’s More Menu when you spend $7.99 or more.
Sfizio
To end The Glass Jug Beer Lab’s Suds & Sweethearts Week, they will be serving heart-shaped pizzas from the neighborhood pizzeria Sfizo from February 14, 2025 to February 16, 2025! More information can be found here.
Papa John’s
Papa John’s is offering heart-shaped pizza for Valentine’s Day.
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut’s heart-shaped pizza is available starting February 11, 2025.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
Deals offered by national chains are usually “participating locations only.” We can’t generally verify participation with a particular location, so we encourage you to contact the location to make sure. In addition, limited time offers can end without warning.
Upcoming Food and Drink related deals and events
Check out our big list of food and drink events and deals in the Triangle, or look at few of them here:
