What’s on this Valentine’s Day at Yorkshire’s best dining destinations
//= get_the_date( 'dS F Y' ); ?>February’s here and that means that most romantic time of the year is upon us. We have you covered with our ultimate Valentine’s Day roundup, detailing what the region’s top restaurants and hotels have in store for us on 14th February 2022.
From 9-course candlelit tasting menus to spa experiences and gastropub feasts, there’s something for all tastes and budgets.
Discover by location – East Yorkshire | North Yorkshire | South Yorkshire | West Yorkshire
Can’t celebrate together on the day but still want to treat your Valentine? Visit our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Valentine’s Day in East Yorkshire
Butler Whites, Hull
Located at Hull’s bustling Marina area, casual bistro Butler Whites offers a delicious meal from lunch to dinner. Sit back and relax, and enjoy their selection of Asian seafood, Yorkshire classics or Italian inspired baked doughs.
Open on Valentine’s Day from 5pm to 9pm, serving their normal menu with a range of delicious cocktails.
2-3 Humber Street , Hull, HU1 1TG – 01482 493557
J Johnson Wine Bar & Bistro, Hull
Located on the historic Humber Street, J Johnson Wine Bar has three distinct areas inside; downstairs: a New York style deli serving up fresh baked focaccia’s, salads and small plates, first floor: bistro and outside: south facing sun terrace.
For Valentine’s Day they will be open and serving their Chophouse menu between 5pm and 9pm, coupled with a romantic ambience, making it the perfect place for you and yours.
59 Humber Street, Hull HU1 1TH – 01482 326167
Valentine’s Day in North Yorkshire
Rattle Owl, York
Located on one of the city’s most historic streets, Micklegate, is the highly acclaimed Rattle Owl. The restaurant, headed up by chef Tom Heywood, serves modern seasonal British fare, with a strong emphasis on exceptional local produce.
Opening especially on the evening of Monday 14th January for Valentine’s Day. Offering their 6-course blind tasting menu for £80pp with an optional drink pairing for £55pp.
104 Micklegate, York, YO1 6JX – 01904 658 658
Carter’s Champagne Bar & Gril | DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa
Surrounded by eight acres of beautifully landscaped gardens that overlook Harrogate, The Majestic Hotel is home to Carters Champagne Bar & Grill. Tastefully decorated with an Edwardian style and unmistakable elegance, the bar & grill serves up an à la carte menu boasting seasonal local produce.
Join them from 9th – 16th February for an evening of romance and indulgence. Enjoy a glass of Rose Prosecco, a three-course choice menu followed by coffee and chocolate-dipped strawberries. All for £60 per couple.
Ripon Rd, Harrogate HG1 2HU – 01423 700 300 (option 3)
The Copper Horse, Scarborough
Situated just outside of Scarborough on the North Yorkshire coast, in the pretty village of Seamer, The Copper Horse offers an enjoyable dining experience alongside luxury accommodation.
The Copper Horse chefs have put together a delicious 4-course Valentine’s Day menu with a fantastic range of options, £40 per person. Visit their Facebook page to view the menu.
Main Street, Seamer, Scarborough, YO12 4PS – 01723 862 029
Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough
Goldsborough Hall is a privately-owned C17th country house and former Royal residence, offering a unique 3-AA-Rosette award winning dining experience.
Surprise your significant other with a candle-lit 9-course romantic dinner (£95 per person), with the option to stay the night for the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat. Available to book from 11th – 14th February. £95 per person.
Church St, Goldsborough, Knaresborough HG5 8NR – 01423 867 321
Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa, Helmsley
The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa is a secluded luxury retreat, nestled in the picturesque market town of Helmsley in North Yorkshire. The perfect Valentine’s Day treat for your partner, your bestie or even yourself.
Their Signature Valentine’s Afternoon Tea (available 7th – 20th February) is a delightful treat. Enjoy decadent chocolate-covered strawberries, indulgent red velvet cake, boozy cherry cup, delicate meringue vacherin with cherry Kirsch and rhubarb panna cotta. All accompanied with freshly baked scones and elegant finger sandwiches.
Perfect for a later date! Don’t miss our YFG exclusive Feversham Arms Spa, Lunch & Treatment package – save 16%
High Street, Helmsley, YO62 5AG – 01439 770 766
The Provenance Inn Group
The award-winning Provenance Inns group of restaurants and hotels are offering a delicious 3-course Valentine’s Day menu for £35 per person. Expect refined British dishes showcasing local produce, mostly grown from their own North Yorkshire kitchen garden.
The Provenance Inns group includes: The Crown and Cushion (Welburn), The Oak Tree Inn (Helperby), Punch Bowl Inn (near York), The Carpenters Arms (near Thirsk), The Black Bull Inn (Moulton), Cleveland Tontine (near Northallerton) and The West Park Hotel (Harrogate).
Elsworth Kitchen, Skipton
Elsworth Kitchen in Skipton is located in the historic canal quarter. A vibrant and welcoming restaurant serving fresh authentic food from breakfast to dinner. Award-winning chef Bruce Elsworth runs an open kitchen experience serving quality, thoughtfully sourced dishes with his signature style.
They will be offering their EK Platter & Cake boxes for collection on Monday 14th Feb to enjoy with your better half. The Platter boxes are full of artisan cheeses, the best-cured meats, homemade hummus & lots more. There will also be cake boxes filled with homemade cakes & goodies for something sweet.
Collections will be available from the restaurant on Valentine’s Day with optional adds on such as champagne, mini ports & Prosecco to give your platters that extra special something!
18-20 Coach Street, Skipton, BD23 1LH – 01756 229 224
Keelham Farm Shop Kitchen, Skipton
Based just outside Skipton, in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, Keelham Kitchen is part of the award-winning Keelham Farm Shop. Expect local seasonal produce that is found in their farm shop, in each of their dishes.
Join Keelham Kitchen on Saturday 12th February for a relaxed evening of music from Sam Chipman, a jazz saxophonist, enjoy a glass of fizz and 3-course meal for £26.95 per person.
21 Gargrave Rd, Skipton, BD23 1UD – 01756 664 170
Dome dining at The Coniston Estate, Skipton
The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa introduce their Dome Dining Experience this February, providing 2-8 people with an intimate, cosy setting to enjoy panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales, clear black skies and Champagne and a three-course dinner, inside a state-of-the-art glass dome.
Not only is the experience available to book for the evening, but The Coniston is also offering a G&T Afternoon Tea as well as Bottomless Brunch option whereby guests can enjoy expansive vistas of the private and picturesque estate which surround them.
Prices of the Dome Dining Experience starts from £39. Only available to book between 11th – 20th February 2022.
Coniston Cold, Skipton BD23 4EA – 01756 748 080
Three’s A Crowd
Three’s A Crowd in Harrogate is every foodie’s dream local. A modern gastropub overlooking the stunning West Park Stray, moments from the town centre. Their menu showcases the best British cuisine, served in stunning surroundings.
Their Valentine’s Day celebrations start from Friday 11th February where they’ll be serving Valentine’s sharers and special cocktails.
Then on the day itself, they will be running a Valentine’s Set Sharing Menu alongside their A la Carte menu. The Valentine’s menu includes a sharing starter, main, dessert and arrival cocktail for £45 pp.
11 West Park, Harrogate, HG1 1BL – 01423 391 459
The Rise Restaurant, Bar & Terrace
Are you on the hunt for an intimate evening to reignite the flames of your love? Nothing beats ambience with a soft tint of Yorkshire heritage at the Rosette-awarded Rise restaurant, situated within the walls of The Grand York. Their three-course Valentine’s day menu features dishes of local and seasonal produce rich in both flavour and love.
Don’t miss out on their sharing specials, featuring a divine 28-Day Salt Aged Cote De Boeuf and Salted Caramel Opera, layered perfectly with smooth passionfruit ganache that will have you head over heels from the first taste.
The Grand Hotel, York, YO1 6GD – 01904 380 038
The Black Bull at Sedbergh
In the attractive market town of Sedbergh, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, lies The Black Bull Inn. Offering super-stylish rooms and a menu that showcases the finest local and seasonal produce with subtle Asian influences.
Take advantage of our exclusive offer this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy 31% off a delightful dinner, pre-dinner glass of sparkling wine, breakfast and an overnight stay. What better way to show your love than with this fabulous package?
44 Main St, Sedbergh LA10 5BL – 01539 620264
Bear at Carriages, Knaresborough
The Bear at Carriages is an independent, family-run gastropub and restaurant in the pretty North Yorkshire spa town of Knaresborough. They serve the finest locally sourced ingredients, cooked over their solid fuel outdoor kitchen.
During Valentine’s Weekend including the evening of Monday 14th, they will be serving their usual menu, plus some knock out specials. One of those is the grass-fed T-bone steak from Yorkshire’s R&J butchers. Spaces are limited so book quick.
87-89 High St, Knaresborough HG5 0HL – 01423 800 040
Catch Seafood, Harrogate
Catch Seafood restaurants offer a refined dining experience with a difference, built on the same family values you will find across any of their restaurants located throughout Yorkshire. Their experienced team source the freshest and finest products from UK ports and pass them directly to their award-winning chefs to create mouth-watering contemporary seafood dishes with a creative twist.
For Valentine’s Day, they are running a set menu between 11th – 14th February. Enjoy Roasted Monkfish for your main alongside a range of starters and desserts, all designed to be shared. Including Pink Champagne and canapés upon arrival, all for £40 per person.
8-12 Cheltenham Parade, Harrogate HG1 1DB – 01423 507 093
The Plough, Scalby
The Plough is situated in the pretty village of Scalby, just outside Scarborough. The perfect base for a getaway to the coast and North York Moors National Park. Pub grub it is not. Their Head Chef, Jon Smith and his talented team create classic modern British dishes with new and exciting flavours using fresh, seasonal Yorkshire ingredients.
On Valentine’s Day evening The Plough will be treating guests to a range of specials.
Our Yorkshire Food Guide exclusive offer is available to book for the ultimate Valentine’s Day treat. Including a stay for two with a bottle of fizz and handmade petit fours in your room on arrival, dinner, full Yorkshire breakfast, late 12pm checkout and an optional second night. Save up to 18%.
21-23 High St, Scalby, Scarborough YO13 0PT – 01723 362 622
Valentine’s Day in South Yorkshire
Silversmiths, Sheffield
Silversmiths is one of the city’s best restaurants. Focusing on fresh, seasonal, Yorkshire produce, they offer refined dining with the warmest of welcomes.
Love is in the air at Silversmiths this February with a very special Valentine’s weekend. They have a set 3-course Valentine’s menu (£39.95pp) available on 11th & 12th February. Whilst their special 5-course set menu (£49.95pp) will be available on 14th February with two optional drinks flight packages. Treat that someone special in your life with a Valentine’s Day to remember!
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield S1 2NT – 0114 270 6160
DOMO
DOMO is a family-run Sardinian restaurant, bar and deli situated in the heart of Sheffield’s Kelham Island district.
They’re open on Valentine’s Day serving their main menu that has a variety of dishes made with fresh produce from local independent retailers and some more specialist ingredients direct from Sardinia. Our favourites include Coda Di Rospa Alla Catalana – pan fried monkfish with cherry tomato coulis & crispy shallots; plus Ravioli Nero Capesante Scampi – black squid ink ravioli filled with scallops in a langoustine bisque.
Eagle Works, 34-36 Cotton Mill Walk, Little Kelham, S3 8DH – 0114 322 1020
Valentine’s Day in West Yorkshire
CORA, Boston Spa
CORA is a contemporary bakehouse and fine dining restaurant based in Boston Spa. Headed up by chef Elizabeth Cottam (Head Chef and Founder of acclaimed Leeds restaurants HOME and The Owl).
They are offering a Valentine’s 4 course Sunday Lunch priced at £45pp to treat your loved one. Think bread and whipped cultured butter, scallops and caviar, sharing roast, pillowy Yorkshire puddings, decadent dessert and a breakfast in bed takeaway. With optional Champagne and wine pairing.
162 High St, Boston Spa, Wetherby, LS23 6BW
Manor House Lindley, Huddersfield
The Manor House Lindley is one of Yorkshire’s finest boutique hotels and restaurants. After a £4.5M restoration, the Grade ll listed building in the suburbs of Huddersfield is a real destination for lovers of fine food and stunning staycations.
They’re offering a 4-course Tasting Menu this Valentine’s Day. Let them whisk you off your feet into an evening of attentive service and the most delicious menu for £55pp. Or for the ultimate indulgence, stay the night in one of the individually designed rooms for £299 including dinner.
1 Lidget Street, Huddersfield, HD3 3JB – 01484 504 000
Chophaus
Set in the affluent suburb of Oakwood, at Chophaus in Leeds, you can expect melt-in-the-mouth steaks, premium seafood and traditional dishes with a modern flair.
Enjoy a special Valentine’s Sharing Menu on 14th February and put yourself in the good books for the whole of 2022. Includes a sharing plate starter (sticky chicken skewers, kiln smoked salmon & leek fish cakes, ox cheek bon bons, wild mushroom & Yorkshire cheddar fritters), a steak & lobster sharer followed by chocolate desserts for £75pp.
Louis House, Princes Ave, Oakwood, Leeds LS8 2FA – 0113 226 0660
Dakota, Leeds
Leeds city centre’s premier boutique hotel Dakota, are offering an overnight stay for two adults in a luxurious bedroom, breakfast, bottle of Taittinger Champagne & chocolates in room for arrival, rose petal turndown, bathrobes and slippers. From £250 per room/per night. Available 11th– 14th February.
8 Russell Street, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 5RN
Harvey Nichols 4th Floor Brasserie, Leeds
With spectacular views over the city’s rooftops, Harvey Nichols Fourth Floor Brasserie and Bar is one of the city’s favourite dining destinations.
Celebrate the most romantic day of the year with a delicious four course menu, glass of champagne and live music for just £50pp. Available from 6pm on Monday 14th February.
Victoria Leeds, 107-111 Briggate, Leeds LS1 6AZ – 0113 204 8000
The Beck and Call
Located in the leafy suburbs of Leeds, The Beck and Call is a welcoming local pub with cask ales and quality home-cooked food.
The Beck and Call are offering a delicious 3-course menu for you this Valentine’s Day (£25pp). 8oz Yorkshire reared sirloin steak and salmon en-croute are highlights from the menu, with a number of mouthwatering starters and desserts.
Stainbeck Rd, Leeds LS7 2NP – 0113 266 1192 – Booking link
The Crown at Boston Spa
The Grade II listed Crown Hotel in Boston Spa is a contemporary country pub. Featuring an open kitchen, private dining space, stunning conservatory and landscaped garden. Serving a seasonal menu incorporating produce from local and regional Yorkshire suppliers, including prime meat cuts and fresh fish caught by line on the East Coast.
The Crown will be serving specials throughout the day on February 14th to make this Valentine’s Day one to remember for you and your special someone.
128 High Street, Boston Spa, LS23 6BW – 01937 229 900
LIVIN’ Italy, Leeds
LIVIN’ Italy is housed in the heart of Leeds city centre hotspot Granary Wharf, overlooking the waters of the Leeds-Liverpool canal.
Live life more Italian this Valentine’s Day with their ‘My Italian Valentine’ event. Expect handmade Sardinian ravioli, 24 hour braised beef shoulder and a delicious dark chocolate sphere to share. Enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco when ordering from the special menu. Soak up the atmosphere at LIVIN’ Italy with a glass or 3 accompanied by live acoustic entertainment.
Granary Wharf, Leeds, LS1 4BR – 0113 243 0090
The Woodman Inn at Thunderbridge, Huddersfield
Set in a tranquil, rural location in the tiny hamlet of Thunderbridge, near Huddersfield. The Woodman Inn is a stunning 18th Century country inn offering superb food and beautiful accommodation. Having worked in some of the best kitchens in the country, the kitchen team know a thing or two about Michelin quality and have hand-picked their suppliers so they can create innovative dishes to tickle your taste buds.
To celebrate Valentine’s Day they will be opening on Monday February 14th for dinner, serving food between 6pm and 9pm. Enjoy their newly launched seasonal a la carte menu. Highlights include beetroot risotto and Hinchcliffe Farm sirloin steak. Booking is essential.
Thunder Bridge Ln, Kirkburton, Thunder Bridge, Huddersfield HD8 0PX – 01484 605778
Tattu Restaurant & Bar, Leeds
This stunning contemporary Chinese restaurant is located within the heart of Leeds city centre. Fusing traditional Asian flavours with exquisite presentation.
Experience Valentine’s Day at Tattu where you can dine amongst the scintillating Cherry Blossom trees. For the special day they are unveiling the Memoirs of Zhinu cocktail, based on the ancient Chinese love story between mortal and God. Made with pink gin, coconut rum, Milky Way cordial and raspberries it is the perfect drink to end your experience.
Minerva, 29 E Parade, Leeds LS1 5PS – 0113 245 1080
The Beehive, Thorner
The Beehive in Thorner brings an unconventional twist on classic British dishes, served in stunning surroundings with a warm and friendly atmosphere.
The Beehive is offering the perfect option for all hopeless romantics on Valentine’s weekend. Their special menu will get your heart racing with highlights including pan roast duck with pine nut, rhubarb and orange; and spring chicken with mushroom and potato en croute and chicory. The Valentine’s special menu is available from 11th – 13th February.
83 Main St, Thorner, Leeds, LS14 3BU – 0113 289 3555
Shears Yard
Tucked away just off The Calls, in the cooler side of town, Shears Yard oozes atmosphere and style. They are renowned for their relaxed fine dining and offer evolving menus guided by seasonality and local produce.
Shears Yard’s chefs have put together a delicious Valentine’s Day Menu, also catering for veggies and vegans for £45 per person. Visit their Facebook page to view the menu.
11-15 Wharf Street, The Calls, Leeds LS2 7EH – 0113 2444 144
Catch Seafood (Halifax, Homfirth, Headingley & Leeds)
Catch Seafood restaurants offer a refined dining experience with a difference, built on the same family values you will find across any of their restaurants located throughout Yorkshire. Their experienced team source the freshest and finest products from UK ports and pass them directly to their award-winning chefs to create mouth-watering contemporary seafood dishes with a creative twist.
For Valentine’s Day, they are running a set menu between 11th – 14th February. Enjoy Roasted Monkfish for your main alongside a range of starters and desserts, all designed to be shared. Including Pink Champagne and canapés upon arrival, all for £40 per person.
Green Lane, Greetland, Halifax, HX4 8AD – 01422 310 003
38 Woodhead Road, Holmfirth HD9 2PR – 01484 689 635
9 Weetwood Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS16 5LT – 01133 401 123
391 Street Lane, Moortown, Leeds, LS17 6HQ – 01133 401 124
Indian Tiffin Room
Experience a true taste of regional Indian street food at Leeds city centre’s hugely popular Indian Tiffin Room. They’re serving their specially designed Valentine’s Menu from 11th – 14th February, alongside their usual all-day dining menu.
31-32 Park Row, Leeds, LS1 5JD – 0113 397 2000
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01/02/2022