Looking for more restaurant ideas? Choosing the perfect place for Valentine’s Day dinner can be a lot—but we’ve got you covered. We’ve curated a list of Birmingham’s most loved and highly rated restaurants, along with their Valentine’s Day specials. Reservations are highly recommended (these places book up quickly!), but last-minute planners, don’t panic—we’ve included a few no-reservation spots just for you.
1. Adiõs
2218 1st Ave. N., Ste. 100, Birmingham
Snag a special limited-edition Valentine’s Day cocktail with your loved one anytime during regular hours Wednesday, February 11 through Saturday, February 14 at Adiõs. (No reservation needed!)
2. Amore Ristorante Italiano
5510 Hwy. 280, Birmingham
“When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore, when the world seems to shine like you had too much wine, that’s amore…” Dean Martin’s lyrics are never more true than at Amore Ristorante Italiano, this authentic Italian restaurant owned by first-generation Americans with succulent meat, seafood, and pasta dishes.
3. Automatic Seafood and Oysters
2824 5th Ave. S., Birmingham
Celebrate love seafood-style this Valentine’s Day with a menu that warms the heart and delights the palate. Enjoy everything from the classic fish n’ chips to scallops and more.
4. Bellini’s Ristorante & Bar
6801 Cahaba Valley Rd., Birmingham
Indulge at Birmingham’s only Italian-infused Steakhouse. Everything is made with love from scratch, and their food pairs wonderfully with their handcrafted wine selections. Their motto? “Our passion is your food and your service.”
5. Bistro Two Eighteen
218 20th St. N., Birmingham
This white tablecloth experience, nestled in the heart of downtown Birmingham, will leave your stomach full and your heart happy. The ever-changing menu is intentionally curated and French-inspired, with everything from Duck Confit to Bistro Steak Frites and more.
6. Blueprint on 3rd
3000 3rd Ave. S., Birmingham
Let yourself feel “bougie” with this special Valentine’s Day menu that makes your mouth water just reading it… Begin with amuse bouche, then enjoy a starter like sushi-grade tuna or “Just Poached” Royal red shrimp before choosing a soup or salad. Move on to an entrée like pomegranate-glazed salmon, braised lamb shank, or seared beef tenderloin before ending with a decadent dessert such as crème brûlée or gooey butter cake—all for $125/person.
7. Cafe Dupont
113 20th Street N., Birmingham
This elegant cafe’s Valentine’s Day menu features appetizers like Lobster Bisque and Citrus Marinated Crab Claws, entrées like Cornbread Stuffed Manchester Farms Quail and Grilled Prime Beef Tournado, and sweet, New Orleans-inspired desserts like the Classic Cafe Dupont Beignets. (Or get the Roasted Strawberry Crème Brulée… scrumptious!) $125/person.
8. Chez Fonfon
2007 11th Ave. S., Birmingham
The spirit of France resides in this charming French bistro in Five Points South. It would be really “sweet” of you to top off your croquettes monsieur and pommes frites, the braised pork shoulder, or another entree with one of their divine desserts: lemon meringue tart, coconut pecan cake, and chocolate caramel nut tart are just a few of the options.
9. Current Charcoal Grill
1625 2nd Ave. S., Birmingham
This Asian-inspired cuisine is some of the best in the city. Anything you try is bound to be delicious, from the Pork & Shiitake Dumplings and Sticky Iberico Pork to the savory sweetness of the Panang Curry and Miso Custard Tart.
10. Culinary Dropout
241 Summit Blvd., Birmingham
At Culinary Dropout, indulgence meets creativity with a menu designed to delight every palate. Try the “Love Is in the Air” drink before savoring a steak and lobster dinner—or hey, get the Detroit-style pizza, no judgement—and finish it off with the Dark Chocolate Fondue Valentine’s Day feature.
11. Daniel George
2837 Culver Rd., Mountain Brook
What valentine doesn’t love good homecooking? Daniel George offers American foods with a twist, from the Tanglewood Farms Chicken Breast to the fresh local produce and daily selection of gulf coast seafood and wild game. This V-Day their menu includes specialty cocktails and unique starters like Roasted Quail and Andouille Gumbo, as well as options like Pan Seared Scallops, or the Roasted Rack of Lamb. Their dessert offerings will be Raspberry Crème Brûlée, Chocolate Mousse Gateau, and a Sorbet Trio. $100/person (drinks excluded).
12. EastWest
2306 Second Ave. N., Birmingham
This Asian fusion restaurant is perfect for a more unique, “non-traditional” Valentine’s meal, with options like Korean fried cauliflower, Chinese duck nachos, and Mongolian ribeye. (Although if a Teriyaki Chicken bowl is “not traditional,” I may never go back.) They also offer a variety of drinks and multiple desserts to choose from as well.
13. Farrelly’s Southern Bar & Kitchen
5532 Grove Blvd., Hoover
Indulge with Farrelly’s limited 3-course with choices menu, beginning with French Onion Soup or Caesar Salad before filling up with a main course of Filet Oscar or Seared Grouper. Top it all off with a Chocolate Molten Lava Cake or New York-style cheesecake, all for $75/person.
14. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
191 Main Street, Hoover
Roses are red, and you’ll be blue if you don’t experience Firebird’s 3 course menu. They have many seasonally inspired features you won’t want to miss, including the Chile Rubbed Salmon with Lobster Queso, the Garlic-Thyme Filet, and the Dark Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding.
15. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
103 Summit Blvd., Birmingham
Rare is the love that’s as well done as yours—raise the steaks this Valentine’s Day at Flemings! Their Valentine’s Day 3-course Surf & Turf menu is $109/guest, with a starter, an entrée, and dessert—plus, the chef has a signature series that’s worth looking into.
16. Freddy’s
1706 Oxmoor Rd., Homewood; 2251 Highland Ave., Birmingham
You’re invited to a European culinary experience at both locations of this cozy bistro and wine bar this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re there for appetizers and drinks or a full meal, you’ll be pleased. As they like to point out, Virginia Woolf once said, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” They have some fun Valentine’s Day surprises in store… so be sure to stop by & check them out! They are not taking reservations, so it’s the perfect place to go if you forgot to make reservations….
17. Helen
2013 2nd Avenue N., Birmingham
’Tis the season for love… and for whatever this contemporary Southern grill has cooked up. Start off your meal right with warm angel biscuits—they’re heavenly—before enjoying vegetables, grains, and legumes like Braised Peruvian Lima beans and Crispy Cauliflower. Then chow down on a wide range of meat, including rabbit, lamb, and beef, before ending on some Baked Chocolate Mousse or Caramel Pecan Cake.
18. Ironwood Kitchen + Cocktails
2727 18th St. S., Birmingham
Join them this Valentine’s Day for a fabulous dinner featuring grilled prime ribeye, Gulf shrimp scampi, garlic & herb potato purée, grilled broccolini, and chocolate swirl cheesecake with raspberry sauce (yum!).
19. J. Alexander’s
3320 Galleria Cir., Hoover
Go visit for an unforgettable dining experience with this contemporary American restaurant, from the fire-grilled artichokes and the Thai kai chicken salad to the old-fashioned cheeseburger, steak ’n’ fries, and the day’s fresh seafood selection. And of course there are housemade desserts.
20. La Fête
2018 Morris Ave., Birmingham
You may not be in the city of love, but you can definitely eat its classic French flavors with a menu featuring Brioche rolls, Potato Pave, and delicacies like Steak Tartar. The food is exquisite—the Crab Cake and the Steak Frites are excellent, and there’s no better way to top it off than with their rich Chocolate Mousse—but truly, the intimate, cozy environment is unmatched.
21. Lapeer Steakhouse
2308 1st Ave. S., Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham’s newest steakhouse has everything you could want for a Valentine’s date: high-quality steaks, fresh fish, a raw bar, and desserts that you’ll be dreaming about for days. (Blackout chocolate cake, anyone?!)
22. Luca
1722 28th Ave. S., Homewood
Whether you’re in the mood for pizza, salad, fresh-from-the-market meat and cheese, pasta, or anything else Italian, Luca’s is “perfecto” for your romantic Valentine’s dinner.
23. North Italia
225 Summit Blvd., Ste. 1100, Birmingham
This Italian restaurant will have you dreaming of fresh pasta, bruschetta, wood-fired pizza, and chicken parmesan for days. Take your sweetheart here and they’ll love you forever.
24. Oak House
300 Carlow Ln., Ste. 114, Birmingham
Start off with bread service and Chef Oliver’s creamy lobster bisque, then munch on an oak house salad before indulging in an entree of your choice, whether a filet with lobster tail or a soy ginger-glazed sea bass. Then top it all off with a chocolate bundt cake in this Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe for $125/person.
25. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
4 Perimeter Park S., Birmingham
Whether you go for the 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu ($79/person) or Perry’s Valentine Candlelight Dinner for two ($155–$185/couple), you’re in for a treat! Filets, lobster bisque, caesar salad, seasonal vegetables, and more, all topped off with chocolate-dipped strawberry kisses. You can even order it to-go if you’d rather enjoy it from the comfort of your own home.
26. Ruth’s Chris Steak House
2300 Woodcrest Pl., Birmingham
Date night is always special, but this ultimate fine dining experience is one of the top steakhouses in Birmingham. One of the best ways to enjoy your dinner is with their classics prix fixe menu. It’s bound to be a romantic night you won’t forget!
27. Salud
1931 2nd Ave. N., Birmingham
If you’re looking for a more casual Valentine’s option, try this fun Mexican restaurant downtown. They sell authentic dishes—everything from the quesadillas and tacos to their bowls and Mexican Cokes.
28. Satterfield’s Restaurant
3161 Cahaba Heights Rd., Ste. 113, Vestavia
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an elegant dining experience featuring dishes like Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Burrata, Pan-Seared Texas Redfish, Pappardelle Pasta & Beef Ragu, and Muscovy Duck Breast. Pair your meal with a curated wine or handcrafted cocktail (or a dessert cocktail?), and finish with decadent sweets like Becky’s Beignets for a night to remember.
29. Seasons 52
245 Summit Blvd, Birmingham
Savor a seasonal menu, drinks, and time together as you both make a toast to your love this Valentine’s Day. After all, as Seasons 52 likes to say, one perfect pair deserves another.
30. Texas de Brazil
2301 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard N., Birmingham
This Valentine’s Day, experience the romance of authentic flavors of the gaucho tradition, with meats cooked over an open flame using natural wood charcoal. Enjoy complimentary house-baked cheese bread, garlic mashed potatoes, and fried bananas served with every meal. Complete your dining journey with one of their decadent desserts for the perfect finale.
31. Village Tavern
101 Summit Blvd., Birmingham
You won’t be thought of as cheesy if you start off with pimiento cheese dip on your V-Day date—you’ll just be thanked. With over a dozen salads to choose from, fresh pan-seared fish dishes, steaks, pizzas, tacos, and the tavern specialties, you really can’t go wrong. Whatever you’re in the mood for, Village Tavern probably has it on their menu.
Needing more restaurant ideas?
Bettola, OvenBird, Gianmarco’s Restaurant, Bistro On 19th, Hot and Hot Fish Club, Galley & Garden, and Chelulu are just a handful of other delightful dining options you don’t want to miss this Valentine’s Day.
