Looking for a restaurant for Valentine’s Day 2023 in the Triangle? Here are some restaurants where you can get a Valentine’s Dinner in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas for around $40/person or less. This doesn’t mean that you can get anything on the menu for that price, but it’s in the ballpark.
Also, please scroll down for a list of Valentine’s Day deals from places like Qdoba, Taco Bell, Tijuana Flats, Sonic Drive-In and more!
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, drive-in movies, a dance party, and more.
Valentine’s Day Dinners in the Triangle
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish Grill
February 2nd to 15th, 2023
Several locations
Specialty Shrimp and Scallop Scampi Filet featuring a 7 oz wood-grilled Filet Mignon topped with hand-harvested Baja bay scallops and shrimp tossed in a garlic scampi sauce and served with two signature sides. $32.90 per person.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Several locations
4-course meal for 2 for $65
First Course (select one to share)
- Calamari, Shrimp Scampi or Tomato Caprese with Fresh Burrata
Second Course (choice of one per person)
- Creamy Parmesan House, Caesar or Italian Salad, Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup or Soup of the Day.
Third Course (choice of one per person)
- Pasta: Lasagne or Fettucine Carrabba.
- Seafood: Simply Grilled Salmon served with choice of one side.
- Specialties: Chicken Bryan, Chicken Marsala or Chicken Parmesan served with choice of one side.
- Steaks: 7oz Tuscan-Grilled Sirloin or 9 oz Tuscan-Grilled Filet (+$8) served with choice of two sides.
Fourth Course (choose one to share)
- Sogno do Cioccolata “Chocolate Dream, Cannoli Cake for two or Tiramisù.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel
Multiple locations
From February 10th to 14th, 2023, if you buy two entrées at Cracker Barrel (dine-in only) get a free dessert to share. Also, if you propose in a Cracker Barrel from February 10th to 16th, you have a chance to win Cracker Barrel food for a year! More info.
The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market
Several locations
$59 for meal for two. Choice of:
- Crab Cakes Valentine’s Meal
- Filet Mignon Valentine’s Meal
- Lobster Tail Valentine’s Day meal
- Filet Mignon and Crab Cake Valentine’s Meal
- Filet Mignon and Lobster Tail Valentine’s Meal
- Crap Cake and Lobster Tail Valentine’s Meal
- Prime Rib Valentine’s Meal ($49.99)
The meals contain two entrées, whipped potatoes, asparagus with red peppers and sea salt butter, hand dipped chocolate strawberries, a dozen roses, and a reusable shopping bag. Order by February 13th. Pick up Feb 10th to 14th. Brunch options are also available.
North Carolina Museum of Art Cafe
North Carolina Museum of Art Cafe
According to an email from NCMA, if you dine in the NCMA Cafe in the West Building on February 11th or 12th, 2023, you’ll receive free champagne and chocolates with your meal! Make reservations here.
Table and Twine
Table and Twine
Offering several options for Valentine’s Day. Pricing ranges from $11.99 for a cocktail option to $127.99 for the Surf & Turf – a four-course meal featuring a fruit and cheese board, filet mignon, two delicious sides, and a delectable dessert. Follow above link for all the info.
Tandoori Bites Durham
Tandoori Bites Durham
Order $50 or more through EatStax from Tandoor Bites Durham and get a free dessert. Order $100 or more and get two free desserts. This deal was announced on Facebook. 5318 New Hope Commons Blvd, Durham, NC.
Tupelo Honey
Tupelo Honey
425 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
Offering a Rendezvous for Two for $65
Includes:
2 Snacks. Choose from:
- Spicy Cauliflower Bites
- Fried Green Tomatoes
- Crispy Brussels
- Fried Pickles
Entree (Choose 2):
- Southern Bone-In Porch Chop
- Grilled Salmon and Creamy Quinoa
- Bistro Filet
- Roast Beef Debris
Mini Dessert (Choose 2):
- Heavenly Banana Pudding
- Brown Butter Pecan Pie
Fast Food Specials for Valentine’s Day
Cinnabon: Offering a $15 Valentine’s Day bundle, including two Classic Cinnamon Rolls and two regular Cold Brews. Order in-app or online, and get free delivery through February 19th, 2023. Free delivery option announced on Facebook.
Qdoba: On February 14th, 2023, loyalty members will receive a buy one, get one free entrée deal.
Schlotzsky’s: On February 14th, 2023, at participations, buy one Cinnabon and get one free. Must be activated through the Rewards App. Cinnabon BOGO is valid on the following Cinnabon Baked Goods: Classic Roll, MiniBon, and Center of the Roll. Free Cinnabon products are of equal or lesser value. One use per member. Extras and add-ons may incur charges.
Starbucks: On February 14th, 2023, enjoy 50% off a Starbucks delivery order through Uber Eats — use promo code VDAY50OFF at checkout. (The offer is not valid in-café — only through Uber Eats.) Limit one discount per customer. There is a maximum discount of $10. That means true bargain hunters should keep their order to around $20 for the best savings.
Valentine’s Pizza
Marco’s Pizza: From February 10th to 14th, 2023, use the code HEART to order a 1-topping heart-shaped pizza starting at $9.99.
Papa John’s: Order heart-shaped pizza for a limited time, starting at $11.99.
Hungry Howie’s: Order a heart-shaped pizza February 13th or 14th, starting at $7.99.
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.
