North Shore Valentines Day Deals, Specials

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so we've put together a list of some of the best dining spots for a romantic meal this week, discounts and specials at spas, hotels and local activities. Act fast, as availability at many events is limited and reservations are required. Check out our list of Valentine's Day events and deals across the north suburbs below, or to suggest more Valentine's Day deals and events, send them to Winnetka@Patch.com.

Valentine's Food & Drink Specials

Authentico Restaurant and Bar, 770 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest
Enjoy a special menu and toast for a romantic dinner.

Boltwood, 804 Davis St., Evanston
A special five-course prix-fixe menu is available for $50 per person, $30 for wine pairings.

Blind Faith Cafe, 525 Dempster St., Evanston
A three-course Valentine's Day menus is available for $38 per person, $18 for wine pairings.

Café Aroma, 749 Elm St., Winnetka
Special dinner seatings at 5:30 and 7 p.m. for a three-course meal available for $36.

The Celtic Knot Public House, 626 Church St., Evanston
Get a free Valentine’s dessert plate, including chocolate covered red velvet cake, deep-fried ice cream and chocolate mousse crepe, with the purchase of two entrees through Feb. 18.

Froggy's, 306 Green Bay Rd., Highwood
A special four-course Valentine's Day menu is available for $69 per person.

Francesca's Intimo, 293 E. Illinois Rd., Lake Forest
Enjoy a special Feb. 14 menu at Francesca's "Wine & Dine with your Valentine" event.

Found Kitchen, 1631 Chicago Ave., Evanston
A Valentine's menu "with aphrodisiac delights" is available through Feb. 17. A prix-fixe menu on Feb. 14 is available for $65 per person.

The Glen Club, 2901 West Lake Ave., Glenview
A prix-fixe menu is available only on Valentine's Day.

Hearth, 1625 Hinman Ave., Evanston
A four-course tasting menu with a glass of sparkling rosé is available for $65. No a la carte menu will be available.

Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge, 624 Davis St., Evanston
A three-course meal, including champagne, is available for $60 per couple. It's described as a very special menu that has been especially designed to make a romantic outing extra special.

Roka Akor, 499 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie
Wear red for the "Red Hot Roka" themed Valentine's Day celebration for a chance to win a complimentary hotel stay. A tasting menu is on offer for $89.

Rosebud, 560 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
Begin with two glasses of Rosebud Rosé followed a romantic meal for $95 per couple.

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 933 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook
The steakhouse connected to the Renaissance North Shore hotel is offering extended hours for Valentine's Day, offering its "signature sizzle" to a romantic meal.

Smylie Brothers Brewing, 1615 Oak Ave., EvanstonSample three Smylie Brother’s beers – Applewood Porter with Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Bourbon Truffle, Elmo Sputterspark Wee Heavy with Milk Chocolate & Orange Truffle, Belgian Strong with Dark Chocolate Strawberry Truffle – paired with a trio of chocolate truffles for $14, or $4 for truffles alone. Available through Feb. 18

Pete Miller's, 1557 Sherman Ave., Evanston
A special three-course meal is available for $85 per couple through Feb. 14.

Three Embers, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire
A three-course special menu is available through Feb. 14 for $39 per person, with wine pairings available for $12.

Tuscany, 550 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling
Get a four-course special Valentine's Day menu through Feb. 17 for $90 per couple.

Starfish Sushi, 185 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire
Special prix-fixe menu available on Valentine's Day for $90 per person, including champagne and desserts.

Sweet Ali's Gluten Free Bakery, 1107 Waukegan Rd., Glenview
Purchase Valentine's Day treats through Feb. 14 to receive a sealed envelope. Return between Feb. 16-28 with the sealed envelope, make another purchase and the bakery will open the envelope to reveal a free treat.

Wildfire, 235 Parkway Dr., Lincolnshire; Wildfire, 1300 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
A special four-course menu for two is available through Feb. 18 for $95 per couple.

210 Live, 210 Green Bay Rd., Highwood,
A speacial Valentine's Day dinner will feature a tribute to the music of Frank Sinantra. Prix-fixe dinner begins at $65 per person with $35 wine pairings.

Activities

Bottle & Bottega Evanston, 1016 Davis St., Evanston
Designed for pairs, each person first paints each panel of a diptych in the "Valentine's Day Wine Down." The BYOB reception starts at 7 p.m., painting is set for 7:30 to 10 p.m. $35 ticket price includes a take-home canvas.

Watts Ice Center, 305 Randolph St., Glencoe
Enjoy some romantic evening skating with a special someone. Mulled wine, hot chocolate and desserts will be served. Skate rental is included, the event is 21 and over. Date night fee starts at $20 per person, while babysitting is available beginning at $10 per child.

Mario Tricoci Hair Salon and Day Spa, 4999 E. Old Orchard Center, Suite E1, Skokie
Get a $15 bonus coupon for every $100 spent on gift cards up to $45 through Feb. 17. The offer is available online or in salon but cannot be redeemed on the date of purchase.

Ayla's Originals, 1511 Sherman Ave., Evanston
Spend $20 or more and get a free boxed jewelry set by Mary Sherman through Feb. 14, while supplies last. Free Mardi Gras beads available Feb. 13.

Hotel Deals

Stone Terrace Bed and Breakfast, 1622 Forest Pl., Evanston
Book a room for Feb. 14 and receive $100 off your restaurant bill at any Evanston restaurant.

Marriott Chicago North Shore, 1400 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
Rates for overnight stay in a King Suite with breakfast for two, champagne, chocolate, 2 p.m. checkout with a maximum of two-nights start at $124 and are valid though Feb. 23.

Northbrook Hilton, 2855 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook
A special four-course Valentine's dinner is available at Allgauer's on the Riverfront through Feb. 17. Book overnight for a $50 credit toward dinner., champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries and 2 p.m. checkout.

Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, 933 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook
With a one-night stay in a guest room, enjoy a bottle of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries upon your arrival. The deal includes breakfast for two adults at the hotel restaurant and late check-out at 2 p.m.