Get Lovey Dovey at These Valentine's Day Events & Dinners
Chinese New Year isn't the only holiday happening next week. Valentine's Day is coming in hot on a Wednesday, with most places reopening that day just for the occassion. We've rounded up a few special things to partake in on the day with your significant other, be it on the day of, before, at home, or out and about.
Before Valentine’s Day
uh-huh Valentine's Day Gift Packs
Sets include one bottle of white (Pet Nat Alavarinho) or red wine (Masseria Doppio Passo) with cured meats selection and cheese. Add RMB 100 for a special scented candle in the shape of the head of Michelangelo's David with a whole lot of hair to lose (hopefully he won't be losing it over a bad Valentine's Day night in).
Where: Available from uh-huh Wine Bar
Prices: RMB 488 (set with white wine); RMB 699 (set with red wine)
Click here for details
Valentine’s Sip & Paint With Darya
Where: CHEERS, Chaoyang Park Shop
When: Feb 11
Price: RMB 328/person
Valentine’s Day Art Workshop at La Maison Lyonnaise
Where: La Maison Lyonnaise
When: Feb 12
Price: RMB 799 for two
Valentines Day (Feb 14)
La Fiesta & Wangchunn Valentine’s Set Menu
Where: Wangchunn La Fiesta
Price: RMB 1688/person without wine
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Valentine’s Day Specials at China World Summit Wing
Grill 79 is offering four romantic Valentine’s Day sets, featuring delicacies like pan-fried foie gras, New Zealand lamb saddle steak, and Australian M9 Wagyu Sirloin, accompanied by live harp music and the restaurant’s elegant atmosphere.
What: Grill 79 Valentine’s Day Packages
Where: Grill 79, China World Summit Wing Beijing
Price: Starting from RMB 2,299 (further prices in poster)*
Availability: Feb 14, 5.30-10pm
Reservations: 010 8571 6459
The 80th floor Lounge is also offering special packages for two. Things start on the lighter side with smoked salmon and sour cream with vegetables, while the main dish presents beef in two forms: French braised beef ribs and Australian grilled sirloin, topped off with a heart-shaped white chocolate passion fruit cake with vanilla ice cream for dessert.
What: Love is All Around Set Menu for Two
Where: The Lounge, China World Summit Wing Beijing
Price: RMB 2,399 for two (includes a bottle of Prosecco)
Availability: 6-10.30pm
Reservations: 010 8571 6459
For drinks with a bit of fun, head to Atmosphere Bar, where head bartender Jerry will be guiding couples in mixing two special Valentine’s drinks: “Magic Lovers” and “Cupid’s Arrow”. Throughout the mixology class, guests will have the chance to earn special “bartender badges”. Those who collect six can win a bottle of sparkling wine!
What: Atmosphere Valentine’s Mixology Class
Where: Atmosphere Bar, China World Summit Wing Beijing
Price: RMB 199/person
Activity Time: 2.30-4pm
To make reservations for or to inquire about all the above events, call: 010 8571 6459
*Guests who book before Feb 10 can receive and RMB 100 discount
Love is in the Air Valentine’s Set at Hilton Beijing
Makan Kitchen at the Hilton Beijing is crafting a special eight course menu featuring foods of love, with a few dishes meant to be shared with that special someone. Spoil your Valentine this year with a night out at the Hilton Beijing.
What: Valentine’s Dinner for Couple
Where: The Hilton Beijing
Price: RMB 999 for two
Reservations: 010 5865 5020
Please make reservations at least 24 hours in advance
What: Hilton Deluxe Room & Dinner for Two*
Where: The Hilton Beijing
Price: RMB 2199 for two
Reservations: 010 5865 5000
Please make reservations at least 48 hours in advance
*Available for in room dining
Valentine’s Dinner at Via Roma
Bring your loved one to Via Roma for an unforgettable six-course gourmet dinner curated by our talented Italian chef, Alessio. Seated amidst flickering candlelight, with the sound of live piano music floating in the air, start off with a creamy potato tart with cream cheese and caviar, and work your way to such higlights as pan-fried duck liver with balsamic vinegar, Italian ravioli with Boston lobster and bisque, and Australian M3 beef tenderloin and beef cheek
Where: Via Roma at the Kempinski Hotel Yansha Center, Beijing
Price: RMB 888 for two
Availability: 5.30-10pm
Reservations: 010 6465 3888 ext. 4215
Valentine’s Specials at Kempinski
Where: Kempinski Hotel Yansha Center, Beijing
Price: See Poster for Details
Valentine’s Dinner at Home Plate BBQ
Where: Home Plate BBQ Sanlitun
Price: RMB 388 for two plus Prosecco
Time: Available from 6-9pm
Reservations: 400 096 7670 or scan QR in poster
Click here for more details
Valentine’s Staycation & More at JEN Beijing
JEN Beijing has partnered with bold yet zen-like perfume brand DOCUMENTS for Valentine’s Day, with a special staycation deal featuring a room with a view of the bustling CBD below, RMB 300 dining credit, in-room sparkling wine and romantic snacks, plus buffet breakfast for two on the following day. Check in on Feb 14 to receive a HUMAN mini perfume set gift box, with six scents for any occasion.
Beersmith will be pulling out all the stops for the holiday, offering special meal packages priced at RMB 588 and RMB 1,314. There will be a special duet performance by Danny and Emilio of the band Soul Shake. Elsewhere, the San Wu Tang buffet at the hotel is providing a buffet for two, where you can indulge in delicious food and wine while enjoying the romantic Beijing night view.
Where: Hotel JEN Beijing
Price for room stay: RMB 1,888 for two
Price for Beersmith packages: RMB 588-1,314
Price for San Wu Tang Buffet: RMB 999
Reservations: 010 6505 2277 (JEN & San Wu Tang); 6505 2277 ext. 6610 (Beersmith)
TRB Hutong Valentine’s Set Menu
Where: TRB Hutong
Price: RMB 2,288/person + RMB 988 wine pairing
Reservations: Scan QR code in poster
Fork by TRB Valentine’s Set Menu
Where: Fork by TRB
Price: RMB 1,314/person
Reservations: Scan QR code in poster
Iberico by TRB Valentine’s Set Menu
Where: Iberico by TRB
Price: RMB 1,314/person
Reservations: Scan QR code in poster
Valentine’s Specials at the Ritz-Carlton Beijing
Start your Valentine’s Day off at the Ritz-Carlton Beijing with afternoon tea pairing elegant ambiance with scrumptious snacks, themed drinks, and performance by a live band throughout the afternoon.
As the afternoon turns to night, there’s two options for dinner. The first is an immaculate six-course Western set dinner at the Lounge, while the second is a themed buffet dinner at Aroma, with selection of steak, salmon, mushroom risotto, and more.
What: The Lounge Valentine’s Day Themed Afternoon Tea
Where: The Lounge, L floor, Ritz-Carlton Beijing
Price: RMB 888 for two, includes themed beverages
What: The Lounge Valentine’s Day Six-Course Set Dinner
Where: The Lounge, L floor, Ritz-Carlton Beijing
Price: RMB 1,688 for two, includes two glasses themed beverage
Availability: Wednesday, Feb 14, 6-10pm
What: Aroma Valentine’s Day Themed Buffet Dinner
Where: Aroma, L floor, Ritz-Carlton Beijing
Price: RMB 688/person, includes themed beverage
Availability, Feb 14, 5.30-9.30pm
For inquiries and bookings for all of the above: 010 5908 8180
Goose Island Valentine’s Set
Set menu includes: Beef Tartare in Black Truffle Sauce, Smoked Salmon with Pomelo in Dill Lemon Sauce, Foie Gras with Nori in Balsamic Vinegar, Pork Ribs in Cheese Sauce, Grilled Rib Eye, Grilled Filet with Black Truffle Potato, Chocolate Brownie, and Mango Panna Cotta
Where: Goose Island Taproom
Price: RMB 688
Reservations: 010 5905 6802
Valentine’s Set at Katchup
Set includes: Two Glasses of Sparkling Wine or Dry White Wine, Chicken Cesar Salad, Smoked Tomahawk Steak, Bananas Flambé with Vanilla Ice Cream
Where: Katchup
Price: RMB 520 for two
Reservations: Scan the QR code in the poster for contact
Hi-Town Bistro Valentine’s Set
Set includes: French Girardeau Oysters-on-the-Half-Shell (two pieces), Grilled Cesar Salad, Sicilian Seafood Soup, Charred Australian M5 Black Angus Steak and Veal with Foie Gras and Red Wine Jus, Italian Seafood Fettuccine Pasta, Dark Chocolate Layer Cake
Where: Hi-Town Bistro
Price: RMB 520 for two + RMB 129/person for free flow red or white wine
Reservations: 131 6125 3530
Valentine’s Specials at Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
What: Valentine’s Day Earl Gray Tea Mousse & Other Cakes
Price: RMB 188/set
Availability: Now ‘til Feb 14
What: Valentine’s Dinner at Yu Xiang Yuan
Price: 1,314/set
Availability: Feb 14
What: Valentine’s Day Cocktail & Snack Set
Price: RMB 199/set (includes two cocktails)
What: Valentine’s Lovers Menu at Harvest
Price: RMB 1,314 for two
Where: Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
For inquiries, scan the QR code in all posters or call 010 6513 6666
Rekindle Romance at Pan Pacific Beijing
Head to Pan Pacific Beijing’s 18th floor Amber Lounge for a tailor-made Valentine’s dinner. Expect delicacies paired with selected red wine to bring sweetness to your taste buds and ignite the evening.
Where: Pan Pacific Beijing, 18/F
Price: RMB 1,314 for two
Reservations: 010 6376 7777
Valentine’s Sets at the Peninsula Beijing
One Michelin starred Jing Restaurant is offering five-course, six-course, and a special signature seven-course Valentine’s Day menus featuring new dishes and chef’s specials. Surprises include New Zealand crayfish, Brittany blue lobster, and Basque cheesecake.
Where: Jing, the Peninsula Beijing
Price: RMB 1,888 for two + RMB 168 for wine pairing
Reservations: 010 8516 2888
*Prices subject to 16.6 percent surcharge
Valentine’s Day at the Mandarin Oriental
The Mandarin Oriental, Wangfujing has baked goods, lunch, dinner, and drinks covered for Valentine’s Day. Mandarin Grill has a customized menu put together by Executive Chef Christophe, who brings his many years of experience at Michelin restaurants to create a four-course lunch menu and six-course dinner menu with romantic flourishes.
In the pastry department, the chefs at Mandarin Bakery have put together a series of special desserts with a Valentine’s theme; sweet treats to share with your special someone. Round it all off with a special cocktail at MO Bar, where bartenders have used red bean to create the MOre Love, a cocktail representing the sentiment of long-lasting love.
What: Set Menus at Mandarin Grill
Where: Mandarin Grill at the Mandarin Oriental, Wangfujing
Price: RMB 888/person (four-course set); RMB 1,688/person (six-course set)
What: Sweet Delights at Mandarin Bakery
Where: Mandarin Bakery at the Mandarin Oriental, Wangfujing
Price: RMB 428/pound (My Heart for You Cake); RMB 88/piece (By the Name of Love Cake)
What: Special Cocktail at MO Bar
Where: MO Bar at the Mandarin Oriental, Wangfujing
Price: RMB 158/glass (subject to 15 percent surcharge)
For inquiries and reservations, call: 010 8509 8888
NUO Hotel Beijing Valentine’s Dinner
Where: NUO Hotel Beijing
Price: RMB 1,314 for two
Click here for more info and reservations
Migas Mercado Valentine's Day Menu
Where: Migas Mercado
Price: RMB 1,314 for two
Reservations: 010 6500 7579
Click here for details
Valentine’s Day at Opera BOMBANA
Where: Opera BOMBANA
Price: RMB 3,888/couple
See poster for reservation details
Monster Plan Beijing Concert: “Miss You”
Where: Yue Space
Price: RMB 60 (pre-sale); RMB 80 (at door)
Click here for more info
The Notebook (2004) Screening & NINI PEI Quartet at DDC
Where: Dusk Dawn Club (DDC)
Price: RMB 168/person; RMB 300 for two
Valentine’s Special: All the Things You Are
Where: Modernista
Scan QR in poster for details
Multiple Days (Feb 14-15)
Maria Kim China Tour: My Funny Valentine
Where: Blue Note Beijing
See poster for details and tickets
READ: These Places are Open (or Closed) for the CNY Holiday
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