St. Augustine is among the most romantic towns in the country! As a result, our Ancient City recently ranked third on “140 Most Romantic Small Towns in America,” a list by New York Travel Guides. St. Augustine boasts breath-taking scenery, charming pastimes, and scrumptious restaurants. And since roughly one-third of lovers who celebrate Valentine’s Day do so with an evening out, it’s best to reserve a table ASAP!
Try one of these Cupid-approved St. Augustine Valentine’s Day restaurants.
St. Augustine Valentine’s Day Restaurants to Love
Collage
60 Hypolita St., St. Augustine | (904) 829-0055
Yelp recently named Collage as one of the Top 20 Most Romantic Places to Eat in Florida (No. 2). Open for dinner service with impressive wine pairings, Collage’s chef prepares original recipes using high-quality, local seafood, meat, and produce.
At this cozy place, start with the Burrata for Two, a housemade mozzarella stuffed with goat cheese mousse and accompanied by apricot confiture, raspberry gastrique, spiced walnuts and focaccia crostini. Main course selections include beef tenderloin, bison tenderloin, duck, lamb, short ribs, and veal, as well as grouper, scallops, and two pasta dishes.
Do share Collage’s signature dessert with your sweetie because it's divine. The Bougainvillea features strawberries sautéed in butter, black pepper, and cabernet vanilla sauce over vanilla bean ice cream, served in a crispy phyllo cup.
Note that Collage does not have a dedicated parking lot so allow additional time to secure parking. Also, Collage’s sister site, Blackfly Restaurant, is a must-try too.
Hanger One Bistro Eatery & Bar
4900 U.S. 1 North, St. Augustine | (904) 602-6003
Featured image of this blog post: Hanger One Bistro
You may not be able to jet set off with your first-class mate for Valentine's Day this year. But you’ll have plenty of leg room dining at a table within Hanger One’s climate-controlled indoor patio with views of the main runway at North Florida Regional Airport, as well as airport taxiways, jet/aircraft parking areas and the Matanzas Water Inlet.
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Hanger One Bistro allows wanderlusters to lust over each other while sharing an eclectic meal. Let your taste buds be transported with starters, like the Hanger Steak Skillet, cooked with garlic, onions and cherry tomatoes and served with Pico de gallo, spicy sauce and crostinis.
You can order a standard entrée like a hearty burger, crispy duck, or fresh catch, but perhaps allow yourselves to veer from the norm with Hanger's signature Polish selections such as the Polish pork chop or potato pancake and beef stew.
Llama Restaurant
415 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine | (904) 819-1760
Llama Restaurant is the recipient of the “Diners Choice 2025” award from Open Table so, yes, this delish destination is among the best St. Augustine Valentine’s Day restaurants. Owned and operated by the talented Chef Marcel Vizcarra, this Peruvian eatery infuses authentic dishes with modern flavors.
The menu is somewhat petite compared to other eateries but that’s because Vizcarra chooses quality over quantity!
Llama serves impeccable fare, balancing beautiful presentation with bold tastes. Vizcarra is praised for his take on several fresh ceviche options, as well as the Pataraschua entree, seasoned grouper wrapped in plantain leaves, cooked over hot coals served with yucca, plantains, hearts of palm, sweet jungle peppers, and a passion fruit-cilantro sauce.
Lotus Noodle Bar
56 Grove Ave., St. Augustine | (904) 325-0613
Highly committed to supporting American food culture, equity, and sustainability, Chef Barry Honan is a member of the James Beard Foundation Patron Program. At Lotus, he delights diners with an “elevated ramen concept that integrates modern Japanese cuisine with French techniques.”
Divine ramen bowls are topped with Bacon and Egg, Sweet Soy Braised Brisket, Cashew Tonkotsu, and other delicious options. Expect luxurious touches like edible flowers and truffles too. Complement your meal with saké, Japanese beer, or wine. And save room for the chocolate miso crumble cake.
Valentine’s Day or otherwise, Lotus is a reservation-only restaurant with designated time windows.
Michael’s
117 Vilano Rd., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (inside the Hyatt Hotel) | (904) 810-2400 – NEW LOCATION
Run by award-winning Chef Michael Lugo, who has been featured on The Food Network, expect pops of Puerto Rican influence, as with the Criollo Shrimp Mofongo. However, Michael’s is the go-to place for tender premium steaks, wet-aged for 60 days and dry-aged for 45 days.
Vino enthusiasts should consider reviewing the extensive wine list beforehand. The Wine Spectator awarded Michael’s with its Award of Excellence. FYI, a future date night can be had at Lugo’s other restaurant, Pesca Rooftop, serving fresh seafood in Vilano Beach, La Nouvelle Bistro, specializing in French fare, or just drinks at Michael’s Lobby Bar.
Raintree Restaurant
102 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine | (904) 824-7211
If you and your honey don’t always want the same fare, know that Raintree’s intercontinental menu offers a diverse blend of Mediterranean, American, and Asian cuisine. There’s really something for everyone with soups, sandwiches, steaks, pasta, fish and more. The Beef Wellington is a stand-out!
Pssst… Raintree also hosts weddings so you know this St. Augustine Valentine’s Day restaurant is Cupid approved. The iconic Raintree Restaurant was placed up for sale in 2025 but remains open for business.
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The Drunken Horse
56 Charlotte St., St. Augustine | (904) 679-5858
If wine and cheese is your jam (like it's ours), race to The Drunken Horse. The charcuterie boards are masterpieces that’ll please all your senses. This is a great place for either light bites and drinks or a full course dinner.
Either way, the homemade Crème Brulée is the perfect conclusion to Valentine’s Day.
More St. Augustine Valentine’s Day Restaurants
- Catch 27
- Columbia Restaurant
- Restaurant Medure
- Old City Restaurant
- Sainte-George Restaurant
- Terra & Acqua
Wherever you dine in St. Augustine, a romantic stroll is the best way to end Valentine's Day with a full belly!
St. Augustine Valentine’s Day Events
My Bloody Valentine Masquerade
Saturday, February 7, 2025; 6-9pm
Royal St. Augustine Golf & Country Club
302 Royal St Augustine Pkwy, St Augustine, FL
This live entertainment experience invites couples to “step into the shadows this Valentine’s season for a night where romance meets the macabre.” Tickets are just over $40.
Valentine's Tantra Speed Dating
Friday, February 13, 2025, 6:30-9:30pm
If you’re single and ready to mingle, head to this match-making event. Hosts declare to have a 94% connection rate! Tickets are $45.
Also Try:
• “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” play at Limelight Theatre
• Valentine's Day with 3 Blind Dates – an Unscripted Romantic Comedy at Third Space Improv
• Pour Your Heart Out – Valentine Candle Workshop at Coconut Barrel
• Valentine’s Day Sip & Sculpt: Heart Mug Workshop at The Art House
• Collage Concert: North Florida Jazz Quartet at St. Augustine Waterworks
