Valentine's Day specials, menus, and delicious cocktails at New Bedford area restaurants

Valentine's Day weekend is almost here. The traditional date night of Valentine's Day is a romantic dinner with your loved ones. Whether it be your partner, children, family, or friends there is no shortage of catchy love-themed food and drinks in the area this Valentine's Day.

Share the love, food, and cocktails at these local eateries.

Cork Wine and Tapas

90 Front St., New Bedford | https://www.facebook.com/CorkNewBedford

There will be a Valentine's weekend menu available at Cork Wine and Tapas. For $99 per person enjoy an appetizer of oysters or bruschetta; main course of duck, monkfish, NY strip, or pork loin; and finish with either a chocolate mousse torte or berry pavlova. This meal is sure to make your date night one to remember.

The Pasta House

100 Alden Road, Fairhaven | https://www.facebook.com/pastahousefairhaven

All-day on Valentine's Day the Pasta House will be serving a special menu. This isn't a limited menu it boasts 9 different appetizers and 12 main courses. From Kobe meatballs and bacon cream scallops to saffron seafood risotto and saltimbocca there is sure to have something for everyone

The Pearl - Taunton

76 Weir St., Taunton | https://www.facebook.com/ThePearlTaunton

Spend Valentine's Day weekend with dinner and music at the Pearl. Their special weekend menu has everything from octopus to lamb chops as well as many Portuguese favorites. Enjoy the food with Friday entertainment by Sean Medeiros and Saturday dinner and dancing by DJ Nuno. Reservation required.

The Cove is offering a variety of Valentine's Day cocktails like Love Potion, Pinot Grigio, Triple Sec, Peachtree, Sierra Mist served over crushed ice with muddled strawberries.
The Cove is offering a variety of Valentine's Day cocktails like Love Potion, Pinot Grigio, Triple Sec, Peachtree, Sierra Mist served over crushed ice with muddled strawberries.

The Cove Restaurant

392 Davol St., Fall River | https://www.facebook.com/thecove392

Along with their regular menu, The Cove is offering a special Valentine's weekend menu with a variety of apps, main courses, and specialty cocktails. Start with a charcuterie board, enjoy some lobster ravioli, and end with bubbles & berries (2 glasses of Rosè with chocolate-covered strawberries) or a host of other culinary options.

Metacom Kitchen

322 Metacom Ave. Warren, R.I. | https://www.facebook.com/metacomkitchen

Metacom Kitchen is offering three delectable courses for Valentines' Day. For $85 per person, you will be able to try some unique dishes such as hearts of palms, hamachi tartare, lobster bucatini, cloud cream, and so many more. Whatever you try is sure to please any foodie.

Carmines at Candleworks

72 N Water St., New Bedford | https://www.facebook.com/CarminesAtCandleworks

Can't celebrate on Valentine's Day? Carmines will be offering their Valentine's specials from Feb. 10th through 16th. The specials include entrees, appetizers, and specialty cocktails including a Black Heart Manhattan.

Allendale Country Club

1047 Allen St., North Dartmouth | https://www.facebook.com/AllendaleCountryClub

Allendale Country Club is offering a 5-course dinner for two on Feb. 12. For $65 per couple, you get to choose from the following entrees sirloin steak, shrimp alfredo, roasted chicken, or vegetable primavera over spaghetti.

Country Club of New Bedford

585 Slocum Road, Dartmouth | https://www.facebook.com/ccnbgolfclub

A special Valentine's meal while being serenaded by the talented Ian Motha will take place Feb. 12 at the Country Club of New Bedford. The dishes are amply named for the holiday with entrees such as True Love Lobster Thermidor, Cupid's Rack of Lamb, Secret Admirer's Steak Diane, and more.

Joe's Original Kitchen + Bar

61 State Road, Dartmouth | https://www.facebook.com/joesoriginal1

Love is in the air at Joe's Original for Valentine's Day weekend. Start with the specialty cocktail Aphrodisiac and end with a crème brulèe cheesecake.

BrewFish Bar and Eatery

210 Spring St., Marion | https://www.facebook.com/BrewFishBarandEatery

Brewfish Bar and Eatery is opening up with special Monday hours just for Valentine's Day. Tantalizing options like Lobster crostinis, steak oscar, and a sweetie pie sangria are all on the menu.

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