{"id":141378,"date":"2026-01-28T17:07:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T17:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/141378\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T17:07:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T17:07:08","slug":"where-to-dine-for-valentines-day-2026-in-frisco-plano-dallas-and-beyond-local-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/141378\/","title":{"rendered":"Where To Dine For Valentine&#8217;s Day 2026 In Frisco, Plano, Dallas And Beyond &#8211; Local Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"dropcap\">Valentine\u2019s Day is the perfect excuse to treat your favorite person to incredible food, a touch of indulgence and maybe a cocktail (or a few).<\/p>\n<p>North Texas is full of culinary treasures \u2014 from Michelin-level dining to James Beard-recognized favorites \u2014 that are sure to impress. These are the spots your date will love you for discovering.<\/p>\n<p>But here\u2019s the thing: reservations are limited and going fast. Wait too long, and you might be left with takeout and regrets.<\/p>\n<p>Without further ado, here\u2019s Local Profile\u2019s handpicked list of the best restaurants to make this Valentine\u2019s Day one to remember:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albiernats.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Al Biernat\u2019s<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 1\u201315 | Both Dallas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate with curated dining and gifting experiences, from a surf and turf dinner for two with lobster thermidor and wagyu tenderloin, to a two-week Valentine\u2019s brunch and Galentine\u2019s lunch prix fixe menu. At-home Date Night kits, complete with a full meal, chocolate cake and romantic touches, are also available for couples looking to celebrate from home.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ida-claire.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ida Claire<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 3\u201328, 2026 | 5001 Belt Line Rd, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy a multi-course dinner for two, starting with shareable bites and a Caesar salad, followed by entrees like short rib, pan-seared duck or cornmeal-crusted fish collars, and ending with a Lovebird Cake for two.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.postinowinecafe.com\/locations\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Postino<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 1\u201328 | 5280 Belt Line Rd, Suite 100, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate love with Postino\u2019s favorite dishes in a special Valentine\u2019s pre-fixe menu for two. Choose a first course of crispy cauliflower, seasonal burrata or OMG grilled cheese; a second course of bruschetta board, P.R.E.A.M. bowl or caprese panini; and finish with hot donut dots.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3forks.com\/#:~:text=The%20legendary%20III%20Forks%20has,items%20will%20leave%20you%20speechless\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">III Forks<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 6\u201315, 2026 | Both North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nVeuve Clicquot Valentine\u2019s special with bottles of yellow-label Champagne ($99) to complement signature steaks.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delfriscos.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Del Frisco\u2019s Double Eagle Steakhouse<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 12\u201315, 2026 | Both North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy a $295 menu for two with shared starters like oysters, wagyu meatballs or jumbo lump crab cake, a 28-oz. Westholme wagyu bone-in ribeye with lobster whipped potatoes and chocolate Godiva cheesecake or chocolate-covered strawberries.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/9\/e57cf99dce813386d48e0b9d1a460ad73f00d005c861f8f720f82cc8c08ea621?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">K\u0100I <\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 12\u201315 | 7301 Windrose Ave. c200, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nSpend Valentine\u2019s weekend at K\u0100I with exclusive chef-driven dinner specials alongside the regular menu. This Asian-inspired restaurant from Lombardi Family Concepts blends classic Asian dishes with European and French influences, offering a refined Pan-Asian experience perfect for a romantic night.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/10\/cef89b13407ec7afc21f03d182e208891736750328db98ea24489e063d2dbb03?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lombardi Cucina Italiana<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 12\u201315 | 6655 Winning Dr, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy Valentine\u2019s Day at Lombardi Cucina Italiana with weekend chef specials alongside the regular menu. Modern takes on Italian classics, house-made pastas, fresh seafood, Italian-focused wines, inventive cocktails and live entertainment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.haywirerestaurant.com\/reservations\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Haywire<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 12\u201315, 2026 | 5901 Winthrop St Ste 110, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nKick off Valentine\u2019s weekend with a three-course menu for two ($120 per couple), featuring a jumbo lump crab cake starter, surf and turf with a 12 oz. filet and grilled Gulf shrimp and red velvet cake with Mexican vanilla bean ice cream for dessert.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monarchrestaurants.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Monarch<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 12\u201314 | 49th Floor, The National, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nModern Italian Valentine\u2019s prix fixe dinner featuring tuna tartare, wagyu carpaccio, truffle fonduta, rosewood wagyu filet, lobster risotto and the signature \u201cLove\u201d dessert. $225 per person; children\u2019s menu $55.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"trickrider\" id=\"file-4289740\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/trickrider.png;w=960.png\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Trick Rider&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pgafrisco.com\/event\/valentines-day-at-trick-rider\/2026-02-13\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Trick Rider<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13 | 4341 PGA Pkwy, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nHead to PGA Frisco\u2019s upscale steakhouse for a new winter menu featuring romantic touches, including a complimentary love shuck oyster with champagne granita and uni. Guests can add fresh truffles sliced tableside or share the smoked bison rib for two. Sweet finishes include amour rouge with raspberry and rose macaron, lychee gel and white chocolate ganache, or a warm chocolate tart with salted caramel, fleur de sel and vanilla chantilly.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/r\/1DXXD5XkAs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sugarbacon <\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13\u201315 | 216 W Virginia St #101, McKinney<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate love all weekend with Sugarbacon\u2019s limited Valentine\u2019s Day menu and specialty cocktails on Feb. 13\u201314, perfect for date night, girls\u2019 night or a cozy evening out. Then on Feb. 15, enjoy an interactive Murder Mystery Dinner complete with twists, clues and surprises \u2014 tickets available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/983982128127164\/permalink\/983982141460496\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sevenrooms.com\/explore\/uchikoplano\/reservations\/create\/search?_gl=1*s70rqi*_gcl_au*MTg3MDkwODM5OC4xNzY4ODQ5MTE3*_ga*MTA3NzMzMTUwOC4xNzY4ODQ5MTE3*_ga_55TZHF9BV9*czE3Njg5MzczNDckbzIkZzEkdDE3Njg5Mzc0MzgkajU5JGwwJGgw&amp;date=2026-02-13&amp;venues=uchikoplano%2Cuchidallas%2Cuchiba\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Uchiko<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13-15 | 7801 Windrose Ave, Suite H 150, Plano<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nSavor a 10-course omakase for two ($300) featuring seasonal seafood, sushi and elevated dishes. Highlights include scallop crudo with grilled negi and fruity butter sauce, dry-aged kanpachi crudo with passionfruit and mango, blue crab roll with brown butter, lamb rack \u201cKokoro,\u201d dry-aged otoro and king salmon sashimi, beef cheek with parsnip pur\u00e9e and a lava cake with strawberry and milk ice cream for dessert.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mexicansugarcocina.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican Sugar<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13\u201315, 2026 | All North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate Valentine\u2019s Weekend with a three-course menu starting with shrimp and mango aguachile, followed by surf and turf with Wagyu NY strip and scallops alongside mushroom and vegetable enchiladas and finishing with bonbons from Kate Weiser Chocolates. Featured cocktail: Besame Mucho, a pink margarita with a festive red garnish.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/6\/e17556e66d5b3b216b32e0f7535037c4315f4ef00f1a708a8b9edf87f8ed3c3a?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dee Lincoln Prime<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13\u201315, 2026 | 6670 Winning Dr #400, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nIndulge in chef-driven specials alongside the regular menu this Valentine\u2019s weekend. Highlights include pan-seared wild Hawaiian amberjack with lobster saffron orzo, an optional toro truffle Roll wrapped in pink soy paper and an 8 oz. filet from Texas ranch Outpost 76 with duchesse potatoes and grilled asparagus.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixtyvines.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sixty Vines<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13\u201314, 2026 | All North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate Valentine\u2019s Day with a shared menu for two, starting with a choice of burrata, albondigas, a pick-three charcuterie board or wood-grilled shrimp. Choose two entrees from rigatoni, pan-roasted chicken, Atlantic salmon or pork chop, with an option to upgrade. Finish with a dessert board for two. A Valentine\u2019s ros\u00e9 flight and signature cocktail complete the candlelit experience.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/crownblockdallas.com\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=gmb\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Crown Block <\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13\u201314, 2026 | 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy a four-course Valentine\u2019s prix fixe dinner with highlights like scallop crudo, lobster bisque, Westholme Wagyu, lobster agnolotti, and chocolate desserts. $145 per person; optional caviar, seafood towers, and Rose Petal Window Experience ($50). Valentine\u2019s brunch Feb. 15.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"uchi\" id=\"file-4289741\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/uchi.png;w=960.png\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Uchi&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sevenrooms.com\/explore\/uchidallas\/reservations\/create\/search?_gl=1%2A1e15dxx%2A_gcl_au%2AMTg3MDkwODM5OC4xNzY4ODQ5MTE3%2A_ga%2AMTA3NzMzMTUwOC4xNzY4ODQ5MTE3%2A_ga_55TZHF9BV9%2AczE3Njg5MzczNDckbzIkZzAkdDE3Njg5MzczNDgkajU5JGwwJGgw&amp;date=2026-02-13&amp;venues=uchidallas%2Cuchiba%2Cuchikoplano\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Uchi<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 13-15 | 2817 Maple Ave, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy an 11-course omakase for two ($400) featuring chef-selected sushi, seasonal seafood and elevated dishes. Highlights include miso cream puff with caviar, oysters with kizame foam, scallop carpaccio, duck with butternut mole, dry-aged bass, A5 ribeye with brown butter maitake and black forest okashi for dessert.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/7\/7957ae6f8dee1fff7f8aed60ce15a9ecfcba3ad07bb1b179bf22323378cf356f?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Elaine\u2019s Cocktail Kitchen<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 8763 7th St, Frisco<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nEnjoy a romantic four-course prix fixe menu by chef Amy DiBiase, crafted for an unforgettable Valentine\u2019s evening. Enhance the experience with an optional wine pairing. $95 per person, $45 for wine pairing.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/16\/3bb993439e61723842dd5d05085fe8196dc2a24840ff54c5be8a4038294e5a42?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Nuri Steakhouse<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 2401 Cedar Springs Rd Suite 120, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCouples can indulge in a four-course prix fixe Valentine\u2019s menu at Nuri Steakhouse, recently named one of the World\u2019s 101 Best Steak Restaurants. Priced at $175 per person, the menu highlights Nuri\u2019s signature elevated steakhouse offerings.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tracking.us.nylas.com\/l\/f6007ac673054a9491d33d2c74458126\/22\/784447bb129a618a57c6b221754349c6fb6688384927e40afc5f33aa896c0d09?cache_buster=1767886125\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sanjh<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 5250 N O&#8217;Connor Blvd Suite 146, Irving<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nExperience modern fine-dining Indian cuisine at Sanjh this Valentine\u2019s Day with a specially curated prix fixe menu. Guests receive a glass of champagne, a rose, and a chocolate-dipped strawberry to complement the romantic evening.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/windmills-usa.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Windmills Craftworks<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14, 2026 |\u00a05755 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nValentine\u2019s celebration with a three-course prix fixe menu and live performance by country artist Summer Dean at 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parisienneusa.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">La Parisienne French Bistro<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | Both North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nThis Valentine\u2019s Day, enjoy a four-course prix fixe dinner inspired by classic French flavors. The special menu is offered exclusively on Feb. 14 and includes highlights like French onion soup, spicy rigatoni, butter salmon, boeuf bourguignon and a chef\u2019s dessert.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suenotx.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sue\u00f1o <\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 800 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nExperience Valentine\u2019s Day with a refined Mexican-inspired prix fixe menu, featuring dishes like poblano crab tostadas, braised lamb shank and chocolate tamal, paired with three inventive Mexican cocktails.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"nobu-dallas_valentines-day-7\" id=\"file-4289739\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/nobu-dallas_valentines-day-7.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Nobu Dallas&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opentable.com\/booking\/experiences-availability?rid=4525&amp;restref=4525&amp;experienceId=631048&amp;utm_source=external&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=shared\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Nobu Dallas<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14\u201315 | 400 Crescent Ct, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate Valentine\u2019s weekend with a luxe omakase for two ($380 per couple). This multi-course experience highlights Nobu favorites and seasonal specialties meant for sharing, including king crab leg, Japanese strip sirloin, chef-curated sushi and white chocolate raspberry cheesecake for dessert.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/princiitalia.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Princi Italia<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | Both North Texas locations<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nIndulge with starters like tortellini fonduta, meatball al forno and crispy calamari, followed by pastas and entrees such as Chianti-braised short rib, sea bass or veal scallopini parmigiana. End with tiramisu, marquise au chocolat or warm apple crostata.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.catchrestaurants.com\/location\/catch-dallas\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Catch Dallas<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 3005 Maple Ave, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate with luxe seafood and steak dishes, including hamachi ceviche, lobster rolls, stone axe wagyu and a heart-shaped chocolate cake. Specialty cocktails like the strawberry rhubarb clover club are also featured.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/primeopentable.com\/booking\/restref\/availability?lang=en-US&amp;correlationId=fab3260c-76ba-4e02-88ff-740aea157076&amp;restRef=1417882&amp;otSource=Restaurant%20website&amp;dateTime=2026-02-14T00:00\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Winsome Prime<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nFeb. 14 | 331 Singleton Blvd, Dallas<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nCelebrate love with live music, complimentary roses and a 3-course prix fixe menu ($95 per person) featuring crab beignets, pan-seared halibut, lobster pot pie and chocolate-covered strawberries or rum butter cake. Continue the evening in the Bonnie and Clyde speakeasy with cocktails and more music.<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n___<\/p>\n<p>Hungry for more? Check out our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/directory\/restaurants\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> dining guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss anything Local. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/newsletter\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a> for our free newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Valentine\u2019s Day is the perfect excuse to treat your favorite person to incredible food, a touch of indulgence&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":141379,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[160,162,161,59511],"class_list":["post-141378","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-plano","tag-plano","tag-plano-headlines","tag-plano-news","tag-valentines-daydallasfine-diningthe-colonymckinneynorth-texasplanocollin-countyfrisconewsletter_allvalentines-dinner"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141378","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141378"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141378\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/141379"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141378"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141378"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}