Valentine's Day Events & Specials

Looking for love in all of the right places? In Lower Manhattan, of course. Well, we have the answer. Whether you are well-prepared and already have selected a gift for your sweetie, or whether you’ll need to make a last-minute dash to pick up a bouquet or some chocolates, the Downtown Alliance wanted to present you with some holiday options.

Thank you to all who submitted their Lower Manhattan Love Story to us.  Our judges are in the process of reviewing all the entries and we will be notifying our winner shortly!

Allow yourself to be captivated by decadent chocolate this Valentine's Day! La Maison du Chocolat introduces a collection of chocolates infused with rich, exotic spices from the furthest reaches of the world, ready to capture any heart. The recipe boxes opens to reveal four new creations: chocolates for love and romance, to share and enjoy together.

Regis Royal Restaurant is offering a Valentine's Day Prix Fixe menu which will be available from Saturday, February 11 through February 14 for $65 per person.  This menu includes a bottle of Rose wine per couple along with choices ranging from heart-shaped lobster ravioli, Chilean sea bass, Porter House for Two, strawberry shortcake to chocolate souffle cake.  Make your reservations by calling (212) 321-3000.

Faithful to the spirit of masterpieces designed by Breguet, Blancpain, Glashutte Original, Jaquet Droz, Tiffany & Co.and Omega, as well as special collections by Swatch, Tourbillon Boutique constitutes the prestigious distribution network of the Swatch group’s high end timepiece brands. Please join us for a Valentine’s Day complimentary glass of Champagne when you visit our Tourbillon Boutique at 45 Wall Street. With a bright contemporary interior and the staff’s friendly welcome and professional expertise, Tourbillon Boutique New York invites you to discover a variety of breathtaking delights – from fabulously exclusive wristwatches to gem-set jewelry.

Say I LOVE YOU with a clean home! Get $15 off from NYCleaning Pros for the entire month of February. Their cleanings are 100% guaranteed, starting at $35/hour. This offer is available to new clients - enjoy!

SamSara is offering their regular menu along with Valentine's Day specials including a complimentary glass of champagne.  Call (212) 444-9443 to make your reservation.

Beginning February 9th all Financier Patisseries are offering heart shaped cakes in two sizes:  Serves 2 for $13.50 or Serves 4-6 for $32.50.  Enjoy your choice of chocolate mousse, tiramisu coeur de cafe or rasberry white chocolate mousse.  In addition, check out their delicious heart shaped pasteries, berries tart, chocolate dipped strawberries, heart cookies, Valentine's macarons and bonbons. Free delivery Feb.10-14.

The Porterhouse at Fraunces Tavern is offering a 3 course pre-fixe menu for $65 per person that includes a complimentary glass of champagne or $90 per person with a complimentary bottle of wine for two. 

Embark on a sumptuous champagne and dessert cruise aboard the New York Water Taxi with the glittering NYC skyline and majestic Lady Liberty as your backdrop. Enjoy an assortment of sweets to share with your sweetie, lip-smacking cocktails and music to set the mood. Tickets are $45 per person. 

Merchants NY Cafe invites you and your special someone for Valentine's Day to join them for dinner that includes specials such as roast duckling a l'orange, osso bucco, raspberry mousse cheesecake hearts. 

Luke's Lobster is offering a "Dinghy Built for Two" which gives you two lobster rolls, two Maine microbrews of your choice and one chowder with two spoons all for $40. 

Valentine's Day Card Creations at the Skyscraper Museum will be held on Saturday, February 11 from 10:30 - 11:45 AM.  Give that special someone a structural smooch with a homemade skyscraper card.  It's the best way to climb your way to the top of their heart.  All ages.

Matchmaking in the Digital Age takes place at the New York Academy of Sciences on Wednesday, February 15 from 7 - 8:30 PM. A behind-the-scenes look into human mating in the 21st century, just in time for Valentine’s Day. You’ll never look at your love life the same way again.

For more Valentine's Day gift ideas, stop in and visit these Lower Manhattan merchants:

• Flowers: City Blossoms, Downtown Florist, Eden Flowers, Flowers of the World, John Street Florist, and L'Atelier Des Fleurs
• Cards: American Greetings, Diamond's Hallmark, Hallmark Gold Crown, and Papyrus
• Sweets: Fika Espresso Bar, Financier Patisserie, Godiva Chocolatier, La Maison du Chocolat and Leonidas Belgian Chocolates
• Jewelry: Broad Street Jewelers, Charles Patrick Jewelers, DeNatale Jewelrs, 14 Wall Street Jewelers, Greenwich Jewelers, Kenjo Jewelers, Tiffany & Co., and William Barthman Jewelers
• Wine & Liquor: Fulton Wine and Liquor, California Wine Merchants, New York Wine Exhcange, Pasanella and Son Vintners, New York Vintners, and Rosetta Wines
   

  And – if none of these tickle your fancy, don’t fret. Check out our Shopping & Dining Guide to learn about more than 1,000 other places in which to shop and explore – and restaurants in which to make a reservation for a special night.