Valentine's Day Fixed Menu Finds
The most highly reserved night of the year is upon us - and once deciding where and when to eat should be the final decision. Fixed-price menus do all of the deciding for you, or at least help you narrow it down. If you're still on the fence, feast your eyes on these prix-fixe feasts.
Remove the stress of planning Valentine’s Day this year by booking a reservation at Glass Box, where you will enjoy a prix-fixe feast specially curated and presented by Executive Chef and Owner, Ethan Yang. Amuse the mouth during the first course, featuring a divine Truffle King Crab Roll crowned with Caviar. (No, really: they've coined course one the the "Amuse-Bouche," a French term translating to "it amuses the mouth.") During the second course, guests will have the option to choose from freshly shucked Oysters, Strawberry and Avocado Salad, or Wagyu Tataki. The third course will include either Burrata with Tomatoes, Lobster Miso Soup, or Asian-Style Cold Gazpacho which is a refreshing soup with Asian flavors. The pinnacle of the evening arrives with the fourth and main course, offering the choice of Cherry Blossom-Infused Duck Breast with Plum Sauce, Wagyu Beef with Pomegranate Reduction, Pan-Seared Scallops, or Truffle and Shiitake Mushroom Risotto. Conclude the night on a sweet note, as you choose between the rich Dark Chocolate Matcha Cake or Asian-Style Crepe Cake.
Offered 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
$85 per person
Del Mar
Valentine's Day just got a little sweeter. Head to The Honey Pot Lounge at Beeside Balcony and indulge in a special three-course prix-fixe menu for Valentine's Day. Not only will you be dining lavishly, each pair of lovebirds will be given a rose and one 1.5oz jar of honey, harvested from Chef Christophe's own local honey bee farm, along with entertainment by DJ Ole' Dom spinning vinyl! For those wanting to avoid the Valentine's Day crowds (or procrastinators), The Honey Pot will continue this three course dinner until February 18 (except for Feb 15 due to a private booking). The first course includes the option of Artichoke Hummus, Caesar Salad, Arugula and Beet Salad, Meatballs, or Octopus Ceviche. The second course offers the option of Fjord Salmon Tofu Quinoa, Bolognese Pasta, Roasted Chicken, Denver Steak, or Pork Osso Bucco. Top it all off with your choice of Churros, Creme Brulee, or a Lemon Tart.
Seatings at 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. -- walk-ins available
$65 per person
La Jolla
Located in Del Mar's Sky Deck, URBANA Mexican Gastronomy and Mixology invites everyone to feast on their three course prix-fixe for only $50 per person, with the option to add a bottle of G.H. Mumm Champagne for only $40. The first course includes either the Tijuana Caesar Salad or Shrimp Ceviche made with pico de gallo, cucumber, avocado, and micro cilantro in a sweet and spicy broth. The first option for the main course is a Surf + Turf consisting of a generous arrachera skirt steak and 1/2 lobster tail, and the second option for main course is the Butter Fish 'A La Diabla made with citrus cucumber salad and a spicy aioli sauce. Stick around for dessert, though: you're going to want to try the Chef's Bread Pudding made with crispy bacon, vanilla ice cream and edible flowers, or the Flan made with milky caramel custard and served with fresh berries.
$50 per person - add champagne for $40
Del Mar
