18 Houston Restaurants That Will Help Make Valentine’s Day Special


a piece of chocolate cake shaped like a heart and garnished with red flowers and pomegranate seeds
Pondicheri is offering two five-course meals for Valentine’s Day | Pondicheri/Facebook

Spoil your sweetheart with an intimate dinner for two at one of these romantic restaurants

Say what you will about the corny candy hearts, the loud red and pink décor, and the “Be mine” love notes tucked in oversized bouquets — Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to spend a romantic meal with your significant other, and with the holiday falling on a Monday this year, festivities may ensue all weekend long. In addition to offering exclusive dining specials and beverage choices, many restaurants are doing all of the leg work when it comes to setting the mood, too. Fresh flower arrangements, fizzy glasses of champagne, and boxes of chocolate await. Whether it’s an elegant, caviar-fueled meal at one of Houston’s fancy fixtures or a chef-led tasting experience at a sushi bar hideout, consider this a guide of where to dine with your Valentine.