Below is a sampling of the Valentine’s Day merriment along the Half Moon Bay Coastside. Visit www.visithalfmoonbay.org for everything needed to plan a visit including information on cozy inns and luxury coastal resorts, renowned restaurants, farm visits, golfing, wine tasting, fishing, whale watching, surfing and much more.
– INDULGE IN VALENTINE’S INSPIRED DISHES –
Flavor
Located next to Pillar Point Harbor with stunning sunset views, Flavor prides itself on offering California Coastal comfort foods. Guests will enjoy a special prix fixe menu (check the website in February for details). For those who prefer a cocktail, check out the Coastal Craft Lounge which features an exclusive selection of craft beer, wine and spirits (unique brands not found anywhere else on the coast).Advanced reservations for Valentine’s Day are highly recommended. 260 Capistrano Rd., Princeton-by-the-Sea, (650) 726-8000, www.flavoronthecoast.com.Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
Known for their award-winning, handcrafted beer and sustainable coastal cuisine, Half Moon Bay Brewing Company is planning a special Beer & Dessert Pairing Menu for Valentine’s Day that is sure to light the fires of romance! In addition to specials such as Oysters Rockefeller and flat iron steak with blue cheese, dessert lovers can indulge in the Beer & Dessert Pairing Menu with dishes like the Beeramisu paired with Coffee Milk Stout and spiced poached pears paired with PaPa Juice Barleywine. Available from February 7-17. Free music in the bar on Valentine's Day with the Glenn Walters Band. 390 Capistrano Rd., (650) 728- 2739, www.hmbbrewingco.com.La Costanera
Known for their contemporary Peruvian cuisine and breathtaking views of the Pacific, La Costanera is celebrating Valentine's Day with a special prix fixe menu featuring some of Chef Altamirano's signature dishes such as lobster bisque, tuna tartare, grilled baby octopus, and Scallops Carlitos, along with eight delicious entrees including grilled swordfish, rack of lamb, and grass fed Creekstone Black Angus Petit Filet Mignon steak. $85 per person. 8150 Cabrillo Hwy, Montara Beach, (650) 728-1600, www.lacostanerarestaurant.com.Oceano Bar and Grill
Enjoy a quiet Valentine’s Day dinner for two at the Oceano Bar and Grill (or in the privacy of your own suite at the Oceano Hotel & Spa). This special Valentine’s Day menu begins with organic baby kale salad with spiced pears, frosted pecans, Point Reyes blue cheese and a sherry shallot dressing and is followed by center-cut Black Angus filet mignon with scallop and prawn skewers served with Yukon Gold potato gratin and baby vegetables. This romantic dining experience is complete with a scrumptious slice of salted caramel cheesecake. $47 per person. 280 Capistrano Road, (650) 726-5400, www.oceanohalfmoonbay.com.Princeton Seafood Company
Located in Pillar Point Harbor, Princeton Seafood Company offers up mouth-watering seafood in a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere. This Valentine’s Day, enjoy a full course meal fresh from the sea that includes an artisan salad with Dungeness crab meat, spicy calamari with chili cumin dressing and a cup of clam chowder. Next, diners will choose from a choice of bacon wrapped flat iron with grilled prawns, grilled petrale sole with garlic mashed potatoes or the seafood linguini with crab, rock shrimp, spinach and tomatoes. The perfect ending to a perfect meal is the mouth-watering cranberry pumpkin cheesecake. $65 per couple; reservations are recommended. Nine Johnson Pier, (650) 726-2722, www.princetonseafood.com.The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay
Spend Valentine’s Day dining at this grand seaside resort situated on dramatic bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Reminiscent of the seaside lodges of the early 19thcentury, the hotel features Navio and the Observatory, both world-class dining experiences.- Valentine’s Pre-Fix Dinner: Navio will offer a special Valentine’s five-course pre-fixe dinner menu. $195 per person with champagne pairing and $155 per person without champagne pairing. Regular a la carte menu will not be offered. Valentine’s dinner is served on Friday, February 13 beginning at 6 p.m. and Saturday, February 14 beginning at 5 p.m.
- Jazz & Romance Dinner: The Observatory and Miramontes will offer live music during a five-course pre-fixe menu. $325 per couple with wine pairing and $255 per couple without wine pairing. Jazz & Romance Dinner is served on Saturday, February 14 with seatings at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
- Chocolate Lover’s Champagne Brunch: It doesn’t get any more indulgent than the “Chocolate Lovers Champagne Brunch” in Navio which includes an entire room dedicated to chocolate desserts and a glass of Rose Champagne. Brunch is served on Saturday, February 14 with seatings at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m and Sunday, February 15 with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. $140.
Prices do not include tax and gratuity. Reservations are required for all Valentine’s weekend dining events and can be made by calling 650-712-7000. 1 Miramontes Point Road, (650) 712-7000, www.ritzcarlton.com/hmb.
Sam’s Chowder House
Known for fresh, off-the-boat seafood, stunning ocean views and romantic sunsets, Sam’s is featuring culinary specials for Valentine’s Day, such as lobster bisque, decadent Lobster Spaghetti and Seafood Paella for two. To cap off the evening, indulge in the palate pleasing chocolate Blackout Cake with raspberry mousse or a chocolate ganache. 4210 North Cabrillo Highway, (650) 712-0245, www.samschowderhouse.com.VIA UNO Cucina Italiana & Bar
Amore is in the air as VIA UNO prepares a Valentine's Day themed menu with an abundance of romantic Italian flair. Enjoy a glass of wine paired with dinner or a hand-crafted specialty drink such as the decadent chocolate cocktail to compliment a luscious dessert. Seating choices include the heated outdoor patio, rustic-chic dining room or the private wine room and live music will set the mood. Vivere, amare, e mangiare bene! (Live, love, and eat well!) Reservations recommended. 2810 Cabrillo Highway 1 North, (650) 560-8858, www.viaunorestaurant.com.About the Half Moon Bay Coastside
The Half Moon Bay Coastside is a charming seaside respite located approximately 35 minutes south of San Francisco. Nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, this breathtaking region consists of four distinct areas - the North Coast, Half Moon Bay, the South Coast and the Redwood Region. Featuring the best of Northern California all in one place, visitors will enjoy miles of white sandy beaches, redwood forests, a historic downtown filled with local artisan shops, beautiful state parks, fields of wild flowers, and trails along ocean bluffs and mountain ridges as far as the eye can see. A sampling of activities includes horseback riding on the beach, farm fresh dining, shopping, biking, hiking and world-class golfing and surfing.
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