50 Romantic Valentine's Dinners That'll Convince Anyone You Didn't Just Forget To Reserve A Table

Hate crowds? Missed the boat on a reservation? Want to show off your cooking skills? Don't stress! Instead, make one of our special chicken, steak, seafood, or pasta dinners and have a cozy night in this Valentine's Day . All these recipes are a step above usual weeknight fare, without being too complex or time-consuming, so you can instead put all your energy into making sure your sweetheart feels extra loved. This Valentine’s Day, get inspired to cook something spectacular at home with this list of our 50 best romantic dinners.

Not a chef? Don’t worry, we got you. Everyone loves being cooked for, and remember, it’s the thought that counts! Stick with something simple and classic, like our baked feta pasta, our honey-garlic glazed salmon, or our chicken Alfredo, or make a night out of cooking something more involved together. No matter the outcome, if you put some love into it, your meal will come out delicious and memorable.

Hoping to give your boo that nice steakhouse experience, but without the sit-down meal upcharge? Check out our filet mignon, our salmon & potato skillet, our lobster risotto, or our steak au poivre. They only look difficult to pull off at home.

Craving comfort food? V-Day is smack dab in the middle of winter, after all. Try our one-pan cheesy sausage gnocchi, our spaghetti & meatballs, or our creamy Tuscan chicken. They’re sure to warm your bones (and your heart!).

Got a vegetarian or vegan sweetie? They’ll be so impressed at how thoughtful you are when you serve them something like our seitan piccata, our polenta with wild mushroom ragu, or our Thai red curry coconut noodles. These dishes are also a little lighter than your average fare, meaning you can really go all out for dessert. 😍

Looking to go the extra mile? Start prepping over the weekend, and reveal a multi-hour masterpiece like our shoyu ramen, our beef bourguignon, or our homemade pizza for your V-day meal. Make sure to make your bae’s favorite toppings (even the ones you hate). We promise, the bonus points you’ll get for being extra thoughtful will be worth it.

Want more ideas for impressing your beloved this Valentine’s Day? Try serving a fun cocktail or the perfect bottle of wine with your meal—check out our guides to both reds and whites. And don’t forget about snacks and apps to keep your bae busy while you cook too.