Love is in the air in Milwaukee’s vibrant culinary scene, with an array of enchanting dining destinations ready to help you celebrate that special feeling. The following restaurants are some of the top places for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee.
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Bacchus
In the heart of Downtown Milwaukee, Bacchus sets the stage for an elegant evening with its refined ambiance and delectable offerings. The Valentine’s Day menu at Bacchus is a symphony of flavors, featuring meticulously crafted dishes that showcase the culinary artistry of the renowned Bartolotta Restaurants. The special menu, curated by Executive Chef Nick Wirth and Chef de Cuisine Brent Davis, is a four-course experience priced at $100 per person (plus $65 for a wine pairing). This dinner includes mains like the pan-seared salmon with honey nut squash purée, caulilini, preserved lemon and a caper white wine butter; grilled marinated tofu with Jasmine rice, sweet chili-glazed cabbage, pickled carrot, cucumber and a lemongrass-peanut sauce; and swordfish with citrus polenta, PEI mussels, blended olives, smoked tomato broth, calamansi vinaigrette and arugula. Reservations are not required, and the menu will be available from 4 to 10 p.m. on Valentine’s Day only. For more information, visit bartolottas.com.
Harbor House
For those seeking a romantic lakeside experience, Harbor House is the perfect choice. Overlooking Lake Michigan, this seafood gem offers a Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee that mirrors the beauty of its surroundings. Available from 5 to 9 p.m. (reservations optional), guests are invited to indulge in a three-course menu curated by Executive Chef Michael Genre and Chef de Cuisine Martin Delgadillo. The romantic experience is $100 per person, with options including roasted oysters, with four oysters, bourbon butter, chipotle and a goat cheese balsamic; Alaskan black cod, with Israeli couscous, roasted red pepper bisque and sweet herbs; and a filet mignon with Yukon potato puree, green beans and a béarnaise sauce. For more information, visit bartolottas.com.
Ristorante Bartolotta
Indulge in the warmth of Italian hospitality at Ristorante Bartolotta. With a Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Italy, this restaurant promises a cozy and intimate setting for you and your loved one. The menu, created by Executive Chef Juan Urbieta and Sous Shef Elliot Mumpy, is a surprise lineup, dependent on the availability of the freshest ingredients. The dinner will be available in addition to Ristorante Bartolotta’s traditional plates from 4 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 13 and Feb. 14. For more information, visit bartolottas.com.
Movida
Experience Spanish passion at Movida, located in the historic Hotel Madrid. The Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee promises a journey through the exotic flavors of Spain during the 90-minute experience. For $55 per person, Movida will provide its fan-favorite classics in addition to tapas, sparkling Cava, a paella pan to take home and a recipe card to help you create its most prized menu item. Reservations are not required, though current available times range from 4 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit opentable.com.
Saffron Modern Indian Dining
For a unique Valentine’s Day celebration, Saffron Modern Indian Dining beckons with its aromatic and flavorful dishes. Spice up your love life with the vibrant colors and bold flavors of Indian cuisine with this special prix-fixe three-course dinner. The menu will be announced on the special day, but for $75 per person will include vegetarian and non-vegetarian plates with Saffron’s signature twist on traditional Indian cuisine. Reservations are encouraged, with times ranging from 4:30 to 7 p.m. For more information, visit opentable.com.
Lupi & Iris
Celebrate love at Lupi & Iris, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that transports you to the French and Italian Riviera for a fine dining experience. In honor of the holiday, Lupi & Iris have curated a specialty Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee for $80 per person. Though the curated menu will be a surprise, guests can expect the Mediterranean spot’s staple simplicity, curated with the freshest ingredients from carefully selected purveyors and food artisans. Reservations are required, with seating available in the dining room, overlooking the kitchen or at the high-top bar. Reservations can be made between 5 and 9:30 p.m. For more information, visit exploretock.com.
Lake Park Bistro
Transport yourself to the streets of Paris at Lake Park Bistro, where French elegance meets Milwaukee’s charm. The Valentine’s Day dinner in Milwaukee is a celebration of romance featuring classic French dishes cultivated by Executive Chef Amanda Langler and Executive Sous Chef Austin Reichold. There are four courses, broken into hors d’oeuvres, gourmandises, plat principaux and desserts. The dinner will take place from 5 to 9 p.m., and the menu will be available Feb. 9 to Feb. 14 at $95 per person. For more information, visit bartolottas.com.