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Whether you’re looking to find love at a singles party, treat that special someone to a slap up dinner, or make the most of a limited budget, then we have an event for you. Read on for a comprehensive list of Valentine’s Day goings on in Beijing this year or browse all Valentine’s event listings here. All events on February 14 unless otherwise stated.
Dinners (Under RMB 500 Per Person)
Feb 13 – Valentine’s Day Eve Date Night
Together with Great Leap Brewing, The Orchid Hotel, Mercante, and the Beijing LGBT Center eight special couples will be treated to an intimate night of four craft beers at GLB Original #6, home style Italian cuisines from Mercante, wine at The Orchid Hotel, and the enthrall of romance at its finest. Reserve now by emailing reservation@greatleapbrewing.com.
Agua’s Valentine’s menu showcases the best of the traditional Spanish cooking that Chef Jordi Valles is renowned for, including Catalan seafood stew and 50 month cured Iberico ham. RMB 798 per couple. 6pm. Agua
Give Valentine’s Day a fine dining twist at Migas with dishes such as “oyster with Champagne and roses” and “cabbage 5J Iberico love heart”. RMB 360 per person. 5pm. Migas Restaurant and Lounge
Romantic Month at Loft Eatalicious
A whole month of romance awaits lovers at Loft Eatalicious, where their three course Valentine’s menu, including Fiorentina grilled T-bone steak, is available throughout February. RMB 520 per couple. 11.30am. All branches of Loft Eatalicious
You’ll Always Be My Valentine at Mosto
A romantic dinner to be enjoyed over candlelight and roses. Featuring foie gras, seared tuna and bouillabaisse. RMB 388 per person. 5.30pm. Mosto
Stay(k) With Me For Valentine’s Day
As Elvis Presley crooned ‘Love Me Tenderloin’ (or something like that), come together to enjoy this aptly named feast with mushroom soup, foie gras terrine, and of course a hearty 220gm steak. RMB 628 per couple. 6pm. O’Steak
A large variety of meat and seafood should satisfy even the most finicky of partners. Finish the night with a luxurious chocolate and raspberry dessert. RMB 398 per person. 6pm. Sureno
Pairing a carefully crafted organic dinner with a special soundtrack composed by the highly talented group The Eight Six, expect soothing melodies to flow around you and your partner as you dine lovingly on sweet potato soup, salmon, flourless chocolate fondant, and more. RMB 520 per couple. 7pm. Tribe Organic
Valentine’s Day at Greap Leap Brewing
Take your date to Great Leap Brewing #12 for a great deal of two burgers, salads, or sandwiches, any four beers, and any dessert. RMB 248 per couple. All day. Great Leap Brewing
Pamper yourself and your loved one this Valentine’s with a special menu at Asia Bistro. RMB 999 per couple. Asia Bistro
Valentine’s Day Dinner at Feast
Feast is going full steam ahead on the romance with a shared menu starring such delights as roasted scallops and crisp calamari, grilled eye fillet, salmon, and a decadent bombe Alaska to finish the night off as sweet as your companion’s kiss. RMB 521 + 15 percent per couple. 5.30pm. Feast (Food by EAST)
In a Valentine’s State of Mind
Your happy ever after is only one pasta dinner away, apparently. In any case, this dinner is great value, including a pasta, salad, grilled main and two glasses of red wine to share. RMB 298 per couple. 10.30am-10pm. MODO Urban Deli
"The Serenade of Romance" Buffet Dinner
A good venue for upper east siders, Red Orange’s buffet dinner includes fresh seafood, juicy steaks, and barbecue. RMB 328. 6pm. Red Orange
Valentine’s Day at Café de la Poste
French kiss anyone? Share the other half of the menu with your partner and dine on goat cheese, mackerel, duck breast, and a special champagne cocktail dessert. RMB 368 per couple. 6pm. Cafe de la Poste
Moulin Rouge-Themed Valentine’s Day
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at BLD Café with a romantic Moulin Rouge-themed buffet. Includes free-flow wines and complimentary access to the R Lounge after party. RMB 888 per couple. 5.30pm. BLD Café
Love on the Square at Capital M
Savor a five course menu among Capital M’s roaring fireplaces, all the while taking in one of the best restaurant views in Beijing. RMB 488 per person. 5.30pm. Capital M
Pinotage Valentine’s Day Dinner
The Pinotage passion is infused in their five course South African styled menu which will complement the bottle of Van Loverns Rose you will receive upon arrival. RMB 888 per couple. 7pm. Pinotage
Valentine’s Day Dinner at Hagaki
Boasting a felicitous price for their superb five course meal, Hagaki are sure you’ll be able to shout out to Cupid and tell him who you want hit with his arrows with no trouble at all. RMB 521+15% per couple. 5pm. Hagaki
Valentine’s Day (Celebrate Love)
A violin serenade begins the evening as you and your partner sit down to a buffet packed with high quality sashimi, forest frog soup, foie gras, and more. Late night owls can continue the celebrations with a special luxurious room package. RMB 688 per couple including one night stay. 6pm. Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Northeast
A Candle-lit Valentine’s Evening
Experience Executive Chef Camila Betin’s exquisite cuisine in a romantic candle-lit setting. Take a late-night stroll around atmospheric 798 after you indulge in Factory’s four course menu. RMB 450 per person. 6pm. Factory (by Salt)
Valentine’s Menu at The Bookworm
A romantic menu involving paprika soup with a crouton heart of blue cheese, a rack of lamb with mustard sauce and gratin potatoes, and a love chocolate cake. Also includes a bottle of champagne. RMB 400 per couple. All day. The Bookworm
Gung Ho! Valentine’s Day Dinner
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Gung Ho’s new Sanlitun location with a four course set dinner, free flow wine, draft beer, cocktails, and soft drinks. Limited spaces so call up 8587 1663 to reserve. RMB 214 per person. 6pm and 8.30pm. Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory
Dinners (Over RMB 500 Per Person)
The Taste of Love: TRB’s Valentine’s Day Special
Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a mere moment of celebrated passions; the kind folks over at TRB want you to savor every emotion you hold for your loved one, be it from a sensual culinary experience found in their eight course menu, or have it continue on courtesy of their special gift. RMB 521 per person, RMB 1,314 with wine pairing. 11.30am. Temple Restaurant Beijing
Valentine’s Romance at Rosewood Beijing
Treat your better half to Valentine’s dinner at Bistrot B, where you’ll be spoiled with two glasses of Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne on arrival, before embarking on a menu featuring lobster, foie gras and beef wellington. RMB 1,888. Bistrot B
Enjoy a complimentary Bellini on arrival, as well as a rose for your Valentine, before embarking on Chef Mirko Lacchini’s special a la carte menu. 6pm. Daccapo
Be seduced by Huang Ting’s outstanding Cantonese cuisine, including roasted duck breast and succulent Boston lobster, plus a complimentary bottle of Champagne. RMB 1,980 per couple. 11.30am-1030pm. Huang Ting
A Taylor-made Valentine’s Dinner
If “bespoke” is your middle name you’ll want to book in for a one-on-one consultation with Aria Head Chef Philip Taylor, who will design a menu just for you and your sweetheart. RMB 1,520. Aria
Indulge in a gastronomic extravaganza of pastries, chocolate truffles, strawberries and, most importantly, free-flow Champagne. RMB 1,288 per couple. 2pm. Fairmont Beijing Hotel
Rose-inspired Spa Treat at Waldorf Astoria
Take the pampering up a notch with a rose-infused body scrub, full body massage, and heart-shaped cake to end the spa experience. RMB 2,299 per couple. Waldorf-Astoria Beijing
Not only has Yu’s Chef Ku put together a special menu featuring high-end ingredients like braised live grouper in black truffle sauce, you will also be entered into a draw to win a diamond necklace. RMB 1,388 per couple. 6pm. Yu
Valentine’s Day Dinner at 10 Corso Como Beijing
One Michelin Star Chef Corrado Michelazzo has created a special Valentine’s Menu dedicated to lovers. Aphrodisiacs including oysters, caviar, basil and, of course, chocolate are included in seductive recipes that will spice up your night.RMB 1088. 6pm. 10 Corso Como
His and Hers Valentine’s Day Menus at Opera Bombana
Opera have designed a his and hers five course menu, each equally scrumptious. Men can expect venison and beef tenderloin, while women can indulge in sea urchin tagliolini. RMB 1,088 per person. 6pm. Opera Bombana
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Grace Beijing
Set in the heart of 798, Grace Beijing is the perfect Valentine’s destination for arty types. Indulge in a five course dinner plus a bottle of fine wine and free-flow soft drinks. RMB 1,288. 8pm. Grace Beijing
Magnifique Valentine’s Day Dinner at VIC’s
The heart and the stomach are intertwined at VIC’s as the road to passion is paved with good food. No less than eight specialty seafood choices on offer, as well as an array of cooking styles to match. Prepay before February 1 to receive a 20 percent discount. RMB 1,520 per couple. 6pm. VIC
Staycation Packages
Spend the night with your loved one in an elegant Swiss Advantage Room, including a Valentine’s buffet dinner and in-room breakfast buffet in the morning. RMB 999. Swissotel
Valentine’s Getaway for Lovers
Includes private transfers to and from Beijing for two people, a superior queen Great Wall view room, a complimentary bottle of imported sparkling wine, breakfast for two in the Lodge, and two 60 minute Chinese massages. RMB 1,988. The Brickyard Inn
The Conrad Hotel Beijing presents a vintage inspired suitcase filled with house made pink macaroons, a night at the Conrad Hotel, a buffet lunch at Chapter, Mediterranean salad buffet at 29 Grill, cocktails and Vivid and then breakfast the next day. RMB 2,288. Conrad Hotel Beijing
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