Where To Dine This Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, The Star Sydney is turning up the romance with three swoon-worthy set menus across Sokyo, BLACK Bar & Grill and Cucina Porto.

At Sokyo, Executive Chef Daniel Kwak presents “Love in Bloom: A Night of Elegant Intimacy” ($180pp), a refined Valentine’s experience that celebrates romance through subtle detail, premium produce and a menu designed to be shared. The evening unfolds as a five to six course tasting menu, taking diners through seasonal seafood, wagyu and delicate desserts, with a standout hero dish in the unagi tempura served with Sokyo’s signature tempura sauce.

For couples who like their romance with a little more fire, BLACK Bar & Grill brings the heat with “Flame & Elegance” ($180pp), curated by Executive Chef Insup Kim. The four course menu balances bold flavours and elevated steakhouse indulgence, pairing premium steak with seafood and a decadent finish. Highlights include the playful Berkshire pork donut with peach and plum vinaigrette, and the richly marbled Wagyu flank 9+ finished with café de paris butter.

Over at Cucina Porto, Chef Martino Pulito sets the tone for a long, romantic dinner with “Love in every Bubble” ($89pp), a share-style Italian menu inspired by Italian passion, refined presentation and warm Pugliese hospitality. It begins with Pacific oysters with white balsamic and chives (with the option to add a glass of Ferrari D.O.C. for $17), before moving into share-style antipasti including house beer focaccia, citrus-cured New Zealand king salmon, flank steak carpaccio and polenta crisp with gorgonzola and pecorino cream. Shared mains follow – spinach, pumpkin and ricotta cannelloni and grilled stuffed calamari filled with prawns in cherry tomato sauce – finished with a chocolate and passionfruit tart with mascarpone and honey cream. Book here.

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park are also turning up the romance with some dining experiences of their own. This Valentine’s Day, whisk your loved one away for an unforgettable evening at Sydney Common, a one-hatted restaurant at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, known for its refined woodfire cooking. Indulge in a decadent four-course set menu, crafted with the finest seasonal ingredients, designed to captivate your senses. Set against the stunning backdrop of Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, this intimate dining experience is the perfect date night setting. Guests can expect a 4-course personalised set menu crafted from seasonal produce and an intimate and relaxed dining experience ($150pp with an optional beverage package for an additional $49pp). Book here.

Eros, the Greek God of Love, is lighting the spark this Valentine’s Day at Jimmy’s Kitchen. Think a romantic Greek taverna in The Rocks, with sandstone walls, rustic shelves of olive oil and preserves, and all the charm of a hidden neighbourhood haunt in Greece. Step outside to sparkling harbour views of Sydney’s iconic Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city lights. Jimmy’s Kitchen offers the perfect intimate Valentine’s Day setting to celebrate with your favourite person.

Enjoy fresh seafood, grilled favourites, mezze to share, and classic Greek dishes with a modern twist. Highlights include the Astakos Kritharaki lobster with orzo, Lamb Kleftiko priced at $130, and Saganaki Halloumi at $21. Enjoy a Greek Negroni or a Skinos Sour, a twist on the whiskey sour made with mastiha, a liqueur made from mastic trees on Chios Island, or share a bottle from the carefully curated list of imported Greek wines. Book here.

This Valentine’s Day, waterfront venue Rasā House is hosting a set share menu for lunch and dinner on Friday, February 14, taking diners on a journey through Rasā’s signature Southeast Asian flavours. Valentine’s Day set menu highlights include: Kingfish kinilaw, Filipino-style ceviche with ginger, lemon, onion and coconut milk; Prawn katsu bao; Homemade crab-stuffed momos with lemongrass, kaffir leaf and lime; Steamed blue eye cod sambal, wrapped in banana leaves and presented at the table; Watermelon salad with nam jim seafood dressing; and Pistachio saffron ice cream sandwich to finish. To complement the menu, diners can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of top Australian wines. Book here.

Asian Fusion fine dining restaurant Toki are also joining in on the fun and will be offering a five-course Valentine’s Day tasting menu (from 7 February to 14 February), with a complimentary sparkling wine or cocktail on arrival. Scallop Crudo, Spiny Lobster Pasta, and Flat Iron Steak with Truffle Jus are some of the dishes to look forward to. The tasting menu is $160 per person and is available for dinner bookings only, while à la carte dining will remain available for lunch. Book here.