Okku
Treat your beloved to a fabulous dinner at this What’s On Award winning restaurant. The special menu will feature some of Okku’s most famous dishes including the miso black cod and truffle grilled rice, paired with creative concoctions from the talented mixologists. February 12 to 14
H Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, 7pm, Dhs795 per couple. Tel: (04) 5018777. Metro: Dubai World Trade Centre. okkudubai.com
La Mome
If you can’t quite afford to sweep your loved one off their feet with a surprise trip to Paris (we don’t blame you), the next best thing is to book a table at La Mome. The wonderfully old-fashioned French style bistro is one of Dubai’s most romantic restaurants. Make sure you share the addictive chocolate mousse for dessert.
Nassima Royal Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, 7.30pm to midnight. Tel: (04) 3080470. Metro: World Trade Centre. lamomedubai.com
Marina Social
Jason Atherton’s flagship restaurant in Dubai Marina is going all out for Valentine’s Day, with a four-course set menu of his trademark highend comfort food: think beef wellington with black truffle, confit duck and fois gras terrine and a banana and chocolate chip souffle. Add in the pretty marina views and you’ve got a pretty special evening.
InterContinental Dubai Marina, Dubai, daily 6pm to 11.45pm, Dhs900 per couple, Dhs1,500 with house drinks, Dhs1,800 with premium drinks. Tel: (04) 4466664. Taxi: InterCon Dubai Marina. marinasocialdubai.com
Ruth’s Chris
If your date is a steak lover, book a table at Ruth’s Chris. The Dubai Marina favourite is a reliable choice for a great night out, and they’re offering a special romantic fourcourse meal, complete with grape pairings. Along with their signature grills, expect indulgent dishes such as truffle mash potato, oysters and heartshaped cheesecake.
The Address Dubai Marina, Dubai, daily 5.30pm to midnight, Dhs995 per couple. Tel: (04) 4549538. Metro:JLT. ruthschris.ae