Valentine’s Day is about one week away — if you’re still searching for the ideal dining option across the Islands, take a look at the following:
Arancino at The Kāhala
Where: The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, 5000 Kāhala Ave., Honolulu
What: This special six-course menu ($150 per person) by chef Daisuke Hamamoto is only available on Valentine’s Day.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-380-4400
Where: 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea
What: Guests will be welcomed with chocolate mignardises and roses. Valentine’s Day menu highlights include herb-roasted rack of lamb with cherry compote jam, mushroom croquette and black truffle jus ($85) and strawberry sherbet with rose watery Chantilly, dark chocolate sauce and pistachio ($14).
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Visit aurummaui.com
Bali Oceanfront
Where: Hilton Hawaiian Village, 2005 Kālia Road, Honolulu,
What: The Valentine’s five-course dinner ($135 per person) includes Hudson Valley foie gras mousse with local starfruit compote and black truffle aroma; Maine lobster and lump crab spiced chowder with saffron, cumin and cilantro; intermezzo of Japanese yuzu granita; pan-seared Angus beef tenderloin au poivre; fresh Island snapper with ‘Ewa sweet red onion confit, Okinawan sweet potato and Big Island palm heart with a tawny port wine sauce and citrus miso glaze; chocolate and berries dessert featuring Guanaja mousse, raspberry cream, crispy tuile and raspberry-hibiscus sorbet.
In addition to the prix fixe meal, the eatery will also offer an a la carte dinner menu featuring select restaurant favorites.
When: Feb. 13 and 14
Contact: Call 808-941-2254
Black Angus Steakhouse
Where: 98-1262 Kaʻahumanu St., Pearl City
What: Feast on the steakhouse’s campfire feast dinner for two, which includes a steakhouse start, two entrees, four sides, and a dessert. For those who want a little more, the dinner for two surf ‘n’ turf includes two 6-ounce filet mignon, two lobster tails, one steakhouse starter, four sicks, molasses bread and one dessert. Individuals who order from the a la carte menu will be able to order flutes of bubbly as Prosecco splits.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-487-0054
Da Burger Wing Hub
Where: 93 N. Kamehameha Hwy. Ste. 102, Wahiawā
What: The eatery is featuring a dinner for two deal ($150) for all of February. It includes a salad or appetizer, any of the restaurant’s featured entrees, and dessert. The featured dessert is a New York cheesecake or root beer float.
The restaurant’s February entrée specials include surf and turf, pork belly and shrimp carbonara, and double down burger made with a wagyu patty and topped with fried chicken. Other dessert specials include strawberry cookie skillet and strawberry New York cheesecake.
When: Starting Feb. 6; available for the whole month
Contact: Call 808-312-4248
Dell’s Kitchen & Bakery
Where: 1110 McCully St., Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s dinner for two ($80) will be available for takeout only. It includes ‘ahi katsu, seafood croquette and shrimp cocktail; Greek salad; U.S. Prime beef stew pie; and earl grey tea chocolate cake for dessert. Pre-orders are accepted through Thursday, Feb. 12.
When: Pick-up between 4 and 7 p.m. Feb. 14
Contact: 808-840-0496
Where: 3158 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s Day dinner for two ($160) includes a mini raw bar (lobster cocktail, Hokkaido scallop ceviche, ‘ahi sashimi); herbed cheese salad (pickled beets, macadamia nuts, arugula and aged balsamic ginger dressing); Small Kine Farms mushroom butter rice; roasted bok choi, butterfish nitsuke; decadence truffles, Hawaiian tea cookies and chocolate-dipped strawberries.
When: Pick-up from 12 to 6 p.m. Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-732-0077
Dipped by Dee
Where: 99-080 Kauhale St. B1, ʻAiea
What: Dipped by Dee has a variety of themed treats, including Valentine’s Oreos ($4.50), strawberry crunch dipped apples ($12), Valentine’s apple ($13.50), Love Kitty apple ($14.50), Cupid’s assorted minibox ($20), romance kit ($22), berry much in love box ($55), love at first bite box ($60) and the love in bloom box ($80).
When: Pre-orders open through Feb. 8 to schedule for pick-up from Feb. 1 to 15
Contact: Visit dippedbydee.com
Eleven
Where: 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s weekend brunch buffet ($55 per person, $24 per child ages 10 years and under) includes options like assorted mini breakfast pastries, chilled poached shrimp, prime rib fried rice, strawberries and cream French toast, assorted breakfast meats, carving station with rosemary and garlic crusted chuck roast, char grilled chicken, pork sausage and veal meatballs, lavender honey glazed oven roasted salmon, and assorted rotating dessert selections.
When: Feb. 14 to 15, 8:30 a.m. (first seating) to 1:30 p.m. (last seating)
Contact: Call 808-949-2990
Empire Steak House
Where: 1777 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu ($145 per person) includes:
- Appetizers (choose one): Jumbo shrimp cocktail, fried calamari, mixed green salad, buffalo mozzarella and beefsteak tomato, Caesar salad or fresh oysters
- Entrée (choose one): Filet mignon, New York strip steak, branzino, broiled salmon, chicken parmigiana or rigatoni bolognese
- Sides (choose one): Steak fries, mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, sauteed spinach or broccoli
- Dessert (choose one): Cheesecake, tiramisu, chocolate mousse cake or ice cream; served with decaffeinated or regular coffee or tea
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Visit empiresteakhousehawaii.com
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Where: 4210 Waialae Ave. Ste. 401, Honolulu
What: This three-course prix fixe menu ($78) includes:
- Appetizer: Gnocchetti sardi (Aliʻi mushroom, roasted ‘ulu, artichoke, lemon cream sauce)
- Entrée (choose one): Shellfish bouillabaisse (Kauaʻi prawns, dayboat scallops, roasted squash, tomato-lemongrass broth, kaffir lime and sea asparagus) or certified Angus beef prime striploin (roasted Hamakua Ali‘i mushroom, pickled Asian pear and bokkeum-bap)
- Dessert: Chocolate decadence jubilee (haupia sorbet, brandied cherries and shortbread cookie crumble)
When: Feb. 13 to 16
Contact: Visit etalhawaii.com
Fig & Ginger Honolulu
Where: McCully Shopping Center, 1960 Kapiʻolani Blvd. No. 103, Honolulu
What: The sweetheart grazing box ($65) is designed to feed two to four people. It includes two cheeses, two charcuterie, fresh and dried fruits, veggies, organic truffle honey, fruit jam, olives, truffle marcona almonds, chocolate cake pops and crackers. Only a limited amount are available.
When: Preorders are accepted
Contact: Visit fghonolulu.com
Foodland Hawaiʻi
Where: Available at select Oʻahu stores only
What: This Valentine’s dinner from Foodland Hawaiʻi’s chefs is designed to serve two ($119.99). It includes:
- Appetizer: Sweetheart’s charcuterie (curated domestic cheese, artisan cured meats, strawberry balsamic compote, seasonal fruits, toasted nuts and lavosh)
- Main course: Certified Angus beef braised short rib and butter poached lobster tail with red wine demi, chimichurri gremolata and thermidor butter; whipped Yukon gold mashed potatoes with garlic confit and chives; and haricot verts with yuzu herb butter and crunchy shallots
- Dessert: Red velvet cheesecake with red velvet crumble, chocolate shards and fresh raspberry
Order by Feb. 11; takeout meals must be pre-ordered at least 72 hours in advance. They will be available cold and need to be re-heated.
When: Takeout available Feb. 12 to 15
Contact: Visit foodland.com/valentines-dinner
Fujiya Hawaiʻi
Where: 930 Hauʻoli St., Honolulu
What: Specialty items include Valentine’s Day sets ($25) — eight pieces of dipped chocolate strawberry mochi, chocolate brownie mochi, chi chi dango and chocolate raspberry manju — and 10-ounce Valentine’s Day senbei ($13.95), comprising half strawberry and half chocolate flavors.
When: Preorders available
Contact: Visit fujiyahawaii.com
Graze Craze Honolulu
Where: 1164 Bishop St. Unit 120, Honolulu
What: The new charcuterie business features a variety of small, medium and large boards, along with picnic boxes.
When: The business is usually open from Monday to Friday only, but will be open on Feb. 14.
Contact: Visit grazecraze.com/locations/honolulu-hi
Hale Mo‘olelo (Maui)
Where: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kā‘anapali, 2365 Kāʻanapali Pkwy., Lahaina
What: This chef-crafted Valentine’s tasting experience includes coconut lobster bisque with calamansi coconut cream, compressed strawberry salad with burrata and lilikoʻi balsamic, Kona coffee-rubbed filet and lump crab cake, pan-roasted scallops with Hamakua mushroom risotto, and white chocolate cheesecake with caramelized pineapple and mac nut crumble.
When: Feb. 14 starting at 4 p.m.
Contact: Make reservations via OpenTable
Where: 91-1621 Keoneula Blvd., Ewa Beach
What: This three-course set menu ($45 per person) includes wild mushroom soup with crème fraiche and chives or farmers salad with red wine vinaigrette; choice of seared blackened ‘ahi with wasabi soy beurre blanc with mixed greens and lemon vinaigrette, braised beef short rib with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and corn relish or ginger scallion crispy fried chicken with white rice and Asian vinaigrette; and dessert of dragon fruit sorbet or lilikoʻi crème brulee with fresh fruit.
When: Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: Call 808-752-2288
Hokulani Bake Shop
Where: Waterfront Plaza, 500 Ala Moana Blvd. No. 4b, Honolulu
What: The dessert shop is offering a variety of specials, including:
- Valentine’s Day four-pack ($23): Red velvet, guava, vanilla buttercream and chocolate buttercream cupcakes
- Mini chocolate cupcake box ($24.50): Four each of double chocolate and chocolate buttercream mini cupcakes
- Valentine’s Day heart cookies ($5): Limit three per person per day in-store; pre-order in advance for large quantities
When: Preorders available; pre-orders required for Valentine’s Day four-pack and mini chocolate cupcake box
Contact: Call 808-536-2253
Kamuela Provision Company (Hawaiʻi island)
Where: Hilton Waikōloa Village, 69-425 Waikōloa Beach Drive, Waikōloa Village
What: This special Valentine’s Day menu highlights starters like an Island crab salad, passion fruit mango shrimp ceviche, and lobster bisque; entrees like grilled rack of lamb, filet mignon, king salmon and a grilled tomahawk steak; and desserts like molten red velvet cake and caramel coffee cake.
When: Feb. 13 and 14
Contact: Call 808-886-1234
Kapa Hale
Where: 4614 Kilauea Ave. Ste. 102, Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s menu ($135 per person; optional $30 wine pairing) includes:
- Menage a trois: Chorizo and potato samosa with mozzarella, Kauaʻi shrimp scampi toast, and Cupid’s truffle shuffle ‘shroom arancini
- Appetizer (choose one): You make my heart “beet” (nairagi KAPA-ccio, Kahuku sea asparagus, buttermilk heart beet dashi and yuzu) or let’s AVO-cuddle (salmon crudo, ikura, wakame, Ho Farms avocado and cucumber)
- Entrée (choose one): You’re my SOY-mate (red wine and soy braised short rib with taro and potato galette) or Shell we dance? (paella, scallops, shrimp, clams, saffron, peas, olive and pickled pepper)
- Dessert: Feel’n passionate (yuzu semifreddo, lilikoʻi curd, macadamia nut and strawberry coulis) or I LAVA U (molten chocolate cake with house vanilla ice cream and cocoa nibs)
A vegetarian menu ($135 per person) is also available.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-888-2060
Lahaina Noon (Maui)
Where: Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, 2780 Kekaa Drive, Lahaina
What: The restaurant is hosting a multi-course dinner ($240 per couple) called Love, Uncorked: A Valentine’s Pairing Experience. The menu includes:
- Amuse-bouche: ‘Ahi poke sesame cone, masago, bonito flake; oyster shooter with ponzu, wasabi aioli and micro cilantro
- Second course: Misoyaki butterfish, trumpet mushroom risotto, radish and microgreens
- Third course: Petit filet with ‘ulu puree, rainbow carrots and bordelaise
- Finale: Red velvet cheesecake
Limited reservations available; all guests must be ages 21 years and older
When: Feb. 13 to 15; two seatings at 6 and 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Call 808-270-9744
Lanterns Restaurant and Tavern
Where: 87-064 Farrington Hwy. 2nd Floor, Waianae
What: This Valentine’s pop-up bar will feature a variety of themed shots — pink starburst, purple passion, girl crush and more — and specialty cocktails with cheeky names like Dump Him, Put a Ring on It and Heat of the Moment.
The pop-up will also feature specialty dishes like the chocolate lava cake ($12).
The restaurant’s full tavern menu and specials will be available, so customers can still order bestsellers like mauka to makai nachos ($30), pūpū steak ($25) and classic prime rib plate ($48).
When: 12 to 10 p.m. Thursdays to Sundays, all month long; reservations are accepted
Contact: Call 808-762-0264
Mahiai Table
Where: Ka Makana Aliʻi, 91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy. Ste. 1704, Kapolei
What: This special three-course prix fixe menu ($70) includes:
- Appetizer: Kauaʻi shrimp tagliatelle pasta with Parmesan cream sauce, confit cherry tomato, long beans and shiso
- Entrée (choose one): New Zealand rack of lamb (lilikoʻi roasted Gava Grow baby carrots, Big Island blackberry demi-glace, kabocha farrotto) or Pier 38 fresh catch (Ho Farms eggplant relish, crispy ‘ulu croutons, tatsoi and pickled mustard seed)
- Dessert: Red velvet cheesecake (red velvet crumble, fresh raspberry)
When: Feb. 13 to 16
Contact: Call 808-670-2778
Mitch’s Fish Market and Sushi Bar
Where: 524 Ohohia St., Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s Day menu ($322 for two) includes:
- Appetizer: Chef’s daily special
- Sashimi: Four pieces otoro and chutoro, two pieces sake and hotate
- Grilled course: Lobster van van
- Nigiri (two pieces each): Otoro, maguro, hamachi, amaebi, uni and ikura
- Dessert: Mochi ice cream
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-837-7774
Mugen
Where: ESPACIO, The Jewel of Waikīkī, 2452 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu
What: Mugen is offering a special Valentine’s Day afternoon tea ($130 per person) that includes five savory courses and five sweet confections.
The tea includes:
- Ossetra caviar: Shokupan, Lāʻie vanilla crème fraiche, maple soy tare
- “Ogura toast”: Brioche, foie gras mousse, Okinawa sweet potato
- Mugen lobster roll: Hokkaido milk roll, truffle tarragon aioli
- Seafood cake: Shrimp, scallop, lobster, negi remoulade
- Truffle beet arancini: Parmesan, Bordelaise
- Raspberry éclair: velvety raspberry pastry cream in a light hollow choux crust
- Strawberry Napoleon: layers of buttery puff pastry lined with creamy strawberry mousse
- Guava macaroon: almond meringue shell, pink guava ganache
- Red velvet cake: moist red velvet cake, light cream cheese filling
- Raspberry rose scones: tender, buttery scones with raspberry bits and rose scented sparkling sugar
Mugen will also feature a special prix fixe Valentine’s menu ($220 per person). It includes:
- Amuse: Blue fin ‘ahi with Hokkaido uni, shokupan and tamari vinaigrette
- Smoked Kona kampachi: Shiro ponzu, Olukai sea asparagus, Kupu Place nasturtium pesto
- Hirame en croute: Sumida watercress, scallop mousseline, Saikyo miso butter, scallion oil
- Smoked lobster: Orzo, cauliflower, beurre rouge
- Toriyama wagyu: Wagyu short rib mandoo, shimeji mushrooms, truffle kalbi sauce
- Strawberry guava pavlova: Yuzu drizzle, red velvet cookies
When: Feb. 14 at 1 p.m. (Valentine’s Day afternoon tea); Feb. 13 to 14 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. (special prix fixe Valentine’s dinner)
Contact: Call 808-377-2247
Nui Italian (Hawaiʻi island)
Where: Hilton Waikōloa Village, 69-425 Waikōloa Beach Drive, Waikōloa Village
What: The Valentine’s menu is inspired by classic Italian flavors and modern Island influence. The menu includes dishes like hamachi crudo or badger flame beets and ricotta; entrees like kampachi al cartoccio and filetto di manzo “Rossini,” and vanilla bean panna cotta with strawberry conserva and white chocolate tuile for dessert.
When: Feb. 13 to 15
Contact: Call 808-886-1234
Ōlena by Chef Ron Simon
Where: 650 Iwilei Road, Ste. 135, Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s surf and turf bento ($65) includes pan-seared fresh salmon with lemon beurre blanc sauce, duck confit with black truffles and mushroom sauce, garlic roasted vegetables, potatoes au gratin, red pickled onions and red velvet or salted caramel cupcakes for dessert. Pre-orders are accepted online.
When: Feb. 13 to 14
Contact: Visit olenahi.com/
ONKEE Korean Grill House
Where: Ward Village, 1000 Auahi St. Unit 220, Honolulu
What: This special set ($90 per person, two person minimum) includes Caesar salad with salty shrimp dressing, kimchi stew, banchan, truffle potato pancake, dry-aged rib-eye, prime tenderloin, washugyu short rib, marinated short rib, kimchi, souffle egg, berry shave ice and chocolate truffles.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-312-3758
Over Easy
Where: 418 Kuulei Road No. 103, Kailua
What: This special tasting menu ($125 per person) includes surf and turf (beef carpaccio with scallop and truffle vinaigrette, citrus and kalo crostini); bowl of happiness (butterfish and braised vegetables, burdock sushi rice and lotus chips); duck duck goose (foie gras and duck rillette, date stuffed gnocchi); heart beet lobster (lobster ravioli and beet); and lava lava (decadent chocolate lava cake).
When: Feb. 14, 6 p.m.
Contact: Email info@overeasyhi.com for reservations
Roy’s Hawaiʻi Kai
Where: 6600 Kalanianaʻole Hwy. Ste. 110, Honolulu
What: This Valentine’s prix fixe includes:
- First course: Yukari cured hamachi (tri caviar kizami wasabi soy, Kona limu sea grape and bubu crunch)
- Second course: Koji kaffir lime duck confit (smoked ver jus, heirloom blue corn polenta and Alii mushrooms)
- Entrée (choose one): Lobster and scallops (warm Maui Onion tomato pancetta, Kahuku corn risotto and truffled balsamic); 12-ounce CAB rib-eye and black tiger shrimp (black garlic cabernet demi glace, charred shishito peppers, lemon herbs); grilled 8-ounce CAB filet mignon (poblano lemon thyme chimichurri, Lyonnaise loaded mash, pickled fennel); macadamia nut crusted Hawaiian fish (creamy lobster sauce); hibachi grilled Atlantic salmon (somen, namasu, citrus ponzu); misoyaki butterfish (sweet ginger wasabi butter); Roy’s blackened ‘ahi (soy mustard butter sauce); Australian rack of lamb (toasted pine nut rosemary pesto, sancho tzatziki, Yama potatoes); Salmon Creek Farm pork shank (curried agrodolce, roasted garlic Ho Farm tomatoes, lentils); honey mustard grilled beef short ribs (potatoes au gratin, natural braising jus)
- Dessert: Chocolate pistachio strawberry crunch bar (drunken caramel, kataifi crisps and Thai basil)
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-396-7697
Roy’s Ko Olina
Where: 92-1220 Aliinui Drive, Kapolei
What: The Valentine’s prix fixe includes:
- First course: Silky Tristan da Cunha bisque and Goose Point oyster katsu
- Second course: “Caviar style” tender slides of Japan bluefin, hamachi and yuzu, Yukari-cured Ora King salmon with crispy capers, sweet onions, Waialua eggs, crème fraiche, Kamahi Farms finger lime and focaccia toast
- Entrée (choose one): Stuffed Tristan da Cunha lobsters ($140); Macadamia nut crusted Island fish ($115); barbecued Ora King Salmon ($125); Roy’s blacked crusted Japan bluefin ($140); misoyaki butterfish ($120); Chinese-style steamed opakapaka ($120); open fire citrus grilled Japan hamachi ($125); crab and Bristol scallop stuffed colossal shrimp ($115); plantation paella ($120); seared day boat Bristol scallops ($130); Ko Olina treasures ($120) of crispy soft shell shrimp, day boat scallop, Chilean sea bass, soy butter poached cold water lobster; Japanese grilled hamachi kama with seafood dynamite teishoku ($115); pan-roasted Chilean sea bass ($130); grilled 16-ounce rib-eye and grilled shrimp ($130); Mesquite smoked brisket and barbecue shrimp ($115); honey mustard braised beef short rib ($120); prime 8-ounce filet mignon ($130); garlic herb roasted New Zealand lamb ($135); Uncle Roy’s pulehu combo ($125); 6-ounce Shio Koji Miyazaki seared A-5 wagyu tenderloin ($155) or prime filet mignon wellington ($135)
- Dessert of the evening: matcha strawberry shortcake with white chocolate bark and strawberry coulis
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-676-7697
Ruth’s Chris (Maui)
Where: The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea
What: Guests can enjoy a variety of specials, including:
- Porterhouse for two ($153): This 40-ounce Porterhouse features a bone-in filet and bone-in New York strip
- Ruth’s Classics (price varies): This features a starter, entrée, side dish and chef’s selection dessert. Highlights include Caesar salad, Steak House salad or soup of the day; 6-ounce filet and shrimp or 6-ounce filet and lobster entre; and creamed spinach or garlic mashed potatoes.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Visit ruthschris.com/home/wailea/7360
Where: 1390 Kapiʻolani Blvd., Honolulu
What: SERA’s Valentine’s menu features its most popular dishes, including:
- Spreads: Hummus ($16), whipped burrata ($21) and tasting trio ($28)
- Crudo: Kona kanpachi ($23), ‘ahi tartare ($25)
- Mezze: Crispy calamari fritto ($30), grilled Spanish octopus ($33), Greek salad ($20), beet and citrus ($28) or Kula Caesar ($22)
- From the sea: Sesame crusted ‘ahi ($45) or Kona kanpachi ($45)
- From the land: Roasted chicken breast ($38), lamb tagine ($55), prime rib-eye ($65) or braised short rib ($50)
- Pastas: Rigatoni ($28), spaghetti bolognese ($32), linguine fruitti di mare ($39)
- Sides: Creamy potato puree ($12), crispy parmesan potatoes ($12), fire-roasted eggplant ($12), asparagus ($12), mushroom fricassee ($12), or braised artichoke ragout ($12)
- Specials: Farm vegetable risotto ($35), Maui Kuia chocolate cremeux ($15)
When: Feb. 12 to 15, 5 to 9 p.m.
Contact: 808-450-3036
Sweet Land Farm
Where: 65-1031 Kaukonahua Road, Waialua
What: Guests can bring their partners or friends to feed and cuddle with baby goats and build charcuterie boards. This event is for individuals ages 21 years and older.
When: Feb. 13, 4 to 6 p.m.
Contact: Visit sweetlandfarmhawaii.com
Swell Restaurant & Pool Bar
Where: ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach, 2490 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu
What: This prix fixe dinner for two ($150 per couple) features a three-course menu. It includes roasted beet salad with pickled strawberry and yuzu-mirin vinaigrette alongside hamachi crudo with pickled ginger-shallots and jalapeno; entrées like bucatini bolognese with housemade sauce and Parmesan, and fresh local mahi verde with salsa verde, forbidden black rice, choy sum and grilled lemon; and a dessert of chocolate-dipped strawberry gelato with dark chocolate cookie and freeze-dried strawberry crumble. Each dinner includes a choice of white or red wine, or a bottle of Champagne.
When: Feb. 14, 5 p.m.
Contact: For reservations email Bbridgesbasuel@alohilaniresort.com
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine
Where: 227 Lewers St., Honolulu
What: Customers can enjoy a specialty dessert called mazzo di Fiori rossa ($22). This dessert is designed to resemble and edible pink bouquet — it features silken jasmine panna cotta wrapped in a delicate crisp, finished with airy raspberry espuma and is surrounded by berries and blossoms
When: Available Feb. 9 to 16
Contact: Call 808-926-5050
The Lei Stand
Where: Romer House Waikīkī, 415 Nāhua St, Honolulu
What: The Lei Stand’s Valentine’s singles mixer features structured rounds of speed dating designed to help attendees connect; tickets include one complimentary drink, heavy pūpū and participation in the event. Pre-sale ticket pricing available.
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Visit romerhotels.com/romer-house-waikiki/happenings/valentines-day-singles-mixer
Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar (Maui)
Where: The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea
What: This special Valentine’s menu will be offered all day. It includes surf and turf with Angus filet and spiny lobster, Yukon gold mash, grilled asparagus and bearnaise ($68) and chocolate molten cake made with single-origin dark chocolate fleur de sel, candied macadamia nuts and coconut ice cream ($12). A specialty Pearled Promise cocktail ($16) will also be available.
When: Feb. 12 to 15
Contact: Visit tommybahama.com/restaurants-and-marlin-bars/locations/wailea
Where: 3660 Waialae Ave. Ste. 101, Honolulu
What: This five-course prix fixe menu ($120 per person) features:
- Beet cured salmon gravlax: Smoked cauliflower puree, herbed ricotta, toasted panko, dill and citrus avocado
- Grilled Kauaʻi prawn: Parisian gnocchi, spicy arrabbiata, tomato sauce, shiitake mushroom
- Pan-seared scallops: Butternut squash, shishito chimichurri, pickled onion, royal trumpet mushrooms
- Filet mignon: Served with asparagus, potato gratin and red wine demi glace
- Tiramisu: Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone and light dusting of cocoa powder
When: Feb. 14
Contact: Call 808-736-4917
Waikele Country Club
Where: 94-200 Paioa Place, Waipahu
What: This special Valentine’s Day buffet ($120 per adult, $65 for children ages 4 to 9 years, free admission for children 3 years and under) features live entertainment by Melveen Leed. The buffet will include:
- Cold selections: Imitation crab potato salad, spring mix with house dressing, salmon tofu salad, fresh sliced fruits, ‘ahi poke with ogo, shrimp cocktail
- Prime rib carving station with au jus and horseradish
- Hot selections: Seafood cioppino, garlic lemon herb rack of lamb with red wine demi glace, roast pork loin with mushroom gravy, Chinese style steamed bass, snow crab legs with drawn butter
- Accompaniments: Roasted garlic red potatoes, steamed rice, steamed vegetables with string beans, garlic mashed potatoes with white truffle oil
- Assorted desserts
When: Feb. 14; first seating 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., second seating 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Contact: Call 808-676-1199
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