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Michael Jordan’s The Steak House
Address: 23 Vanderbilt Ave, Grand Central Terminal
Phone: (212) 655-2300
Neighborhood: Midtown East
Website: michaeljordansnyc.com

If you’re looking for an iconic place to take a date on Valentine’s Day, and one that offers fabulous views, look no further than Michael Jordan’s The Steak House N.Y.C. Located on the balcony of one of NYC’s most beautiful architectural landmarks, Grand Central Terminal, the restaurant overlooks the stunning Beaux-Arts main concourse with views of the famous clock and stories-high windows. You can even dine under the stars of Grand Central’s spectacular constellation-embellished cerulean blue ceiling. Grand Central Terminal’s culinary gem, designed by David Rockwell in 1998, pays homage to glamorous train travel, notably the 20th Century Limited, and has a design and layout reminiscent of a dining car. In addition to MJ’s regular menu that features perfectly charred steaks, fresh seafood and other classic dishes, for Valentine’s Day this year, Executive Chef Canalizo will be offering specials included below my signature. more


Momofuku Nishi
Address: 232 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Phone: (646) 518-1919
Neighborhood: Chelsea
Website: nishi.momofuku.com

At Nishi, Chef Joshua Pinsky is offering a 4-course new Italian-inspired menu for Valentine's Day for $70 per person. Menu includes: Shrimp a la Plancha with nduja; Spaghetti & Meatballs, a la “lady and the tramp”; and Dry-aged Strip Steak with salsify, onions, brown butter and balsamic-soy. Supplements include “232” Caviar Service featuring white sturgeon caviar, “blini” and french onion dip; Lobster Fra Diavolo; Braised Osso Buco with risotto milanese. Dessert: Heartbreak Sundae with a pint of vanilla ice cream and all the fixings. In addition to a beverage pairing available for $55 per person, Nishi will offer a selection of Valentine’s beverages. Reservations are available via OpenTable or by emailing. more


Massoni
Address: 11 E 31st St, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 951-1141
Neighborhood: Midtown East
Website: massoninyc.com

An Italian-ish Valentines with 4 courses for you and your significant other for $70 from Dale Talde's Midtown spot in the Arlo NoMad hotel. Menu includes: Tater Tots with crème fraiche and caviar, Beet Gnocchi with Bay Scallops & lemon poppy seed dressing, Skirt Steak with black barlic caramelized onions and Butter Poached Lobster Tail with tarrogon funnel cake and sauce Americane. Dessert: Coconut Pana Cotta with pomegranate granita and kumquats. Complementary Heart Shaped Rose Gummies. more


Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge
Address: 71 W 35th St, 18 Fl, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 630-9993
Neighborhood: Midtown West
Website: addisongroupnyc.com

On Sunday, February 11th, Monarch will host a Galentine’s Day – ladies celebrating ladies. This brunch will include unlimited mimosas and sangria from 12pm to 4pm, a brunch buffet, manicures from the Polish Pit, hair styling by Emily Landino, and raffles with great prizes. 100 percent of the proceeds from the raffles will be donated to Bethenny Frankel’s B Strong Foundation: Find Your Yes to benefit Dress for Success. Cost is $75 and tickets can be purchased here. On Valentine's Day it's Movie Under the Stars. For $10, bring a date or a pal to enjoy a Valentine’s Day classic film on a rooftop (enclosed and heated). Includes popcorn and specialty cocktail. Begins at 7pm. more


Narcissa
Address: 25 Cooper Sq, New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 228-3344
Neiighborhood: East Village
Website: narcissarestaurant.com

Narcissa will be offering a prix-fixe full of playful twists on decadent favorites such as a Duck Confit Tarte Tatin served with a fennel choucroute and banyuls glaze or a Raspberry Pate Choux with almond shell, raspberry diplomat cream and poppyseed meringue. The regular dinner menu will be available, too. more


Old Rose
Address: 113 Jane Street, New York, NY
Phone: (212) 255.4143
Neighborhood: West Village
Website: thejanenyc.com/old-rose

If you’re looking for a casual, yet romantic dinner for two, Old Rose at The Jane hotel has you covered. Chef Joey Scalabrino’s regular menu will be offered on Valentine’s Day, so guests can start with some East Coast oysters, share a vodka & burrata pizza or a signature pasta (made fresh in-house daily) and perhaps a roast chicken with salsa verde for two. more

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Oscar Wilde
Address: 45 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 213-3066
Neighborhood: Flatiron
Website: oscarwildenyc.com

Sip on Oscar Wilde’s “50 Shades of Dorian Grey” Signature Cocktail to get in the mood with Plymouth gin, cherry liquor, Chinese 5 spice and citrus or opt for their three-course Valentine’s Day prix-fixe dinner. Menu includes: Brocomole appetizer with avocado, broccoli, red onions, cilantro, Thai chilies and served with housemade taro chips; Pear Salad with wild mushrooms, bacon lardoons, lemon ricotta, caramelized pears, fresh arugula, bacon vinaigrette; house-made oxtail ravioli; and shrimp and grits with Irish cheddar. Desserts: Trio of chocolate covered strawberries, classic NY cheesecake, molten lava cake; and more. Available at $50 per person. more


Papillion Bistro & Bar
Address: 22 E 54th St, New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 754-9006
Neighborhood: Midtown East
Website: papillonbistro.com

Interactive “Courtship with Cocktails” Class with Mixologist Johnny Swet – Celebrate the romantic night with your beloved on Valentine’s Day, while learning the latest tips and tricks to create classic cocktails at Papillon Bistro & Bar. Star Mixologist Johnny Swet will give a hands-on, interactive cocktail class to give you and your partner the skills to recreate sophisticated cocktails at home. Held in the private speakeasy-style Prohibition Room, guests will learn three signature cocktails with various themes, including La Louisiane (with Rittenhouse Rye, Benedictine, Antica, Absinthe and Peychaud’s bitters), a Valentine’s Champagne Cocktail, and a twist to a Moscow Mule. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served, while you learn to shake, stir and sip like a pro. For those who also opt to stay for dinner will receive a 15% discount off the dinner. more


P.S. Kitchen
Address: 246 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036
Phone: (212) 651-7247
Neighborhood: Midtown West
Website: ps-kitchen.com

The Hell’s Kitchen plant-based P.S. Kitchen, which donates its profits to charitable causes, is offering an entirely vegan 5-course prix fixe menu ($85) with wine pairing ($40). Menu includes: Spiced Roasted Parsnip Bisque with parsnip chips and shiitake bacon; Citrus Beet Salad with poached beets and cashew cheese; Marinated Cauliflower with saffron couscous, harissa Romesco, and za’atar chips. Dessert: Pistachio Semolina Cake with grenadine sorbet, rose foam, pistachio dust and olive oil. more


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