Valentine’s Day always seems to sneak up on us, but there’s something undeniably magical about setting aside one night to slow down and savor a beautiful meal with someone you love. Whether you’re celebrating a brand-new spark or decades of shared stories, the right restaurant can turn an ordinary evening into a memory you’ll talk about long after the last bite of dessert. Here are a few of my favorite spots that set the mood effortlessly, places where the lighting is soft, the food is worth lingering over, and the whole experience feels like a little love letter on a plate.