Scratching your head over Valentine's Day? We found some deals and special offerings this chilly weekend.
Before you reach for your wallet, consider Downtown Indy's comprehensive list of 50 dates under $50 in the Circle City. If it's too cold to venture outdoors, there are plenty of indoor options. One cool idea? The Alexander Hotel, where you can check out works of art curated by the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Check out the video above for more ideas.
So, onto the food options!
Qdoba is rolling out its "Qdoba for a kiss" campaign again. When you get to the register on Feb. 14, share a kiss and you'll get a free entree with the purchase of one. You don't actually have to kiss another person - it could be a picture. Or yourself. (Hey, we're just the messengers here.) You can also win $500 or gift cards by sharing a kissing selfie with @Qdoba using @QdobaforaKiss."
If White Castle is more your thing, make a reservation and treat your Valentine to a romantic dinner.
Dairy Queen acknowledges that Valentine's Day can be tough for singles, so they've introduced the Singles Blizzard Treat. Salted caramel truffles and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are blended with soft-serve ice cream.
Through Feb. 14, you can try Starbucks' Valentine's Day specials: Molten Chocolate Latte, Molten Chocolate Frappuccino, and Molten Hot Chocolate.
Tin Roof in downtown Indianapolis is having a Valentine's Day party Feb. 14th at 6pm. More info here.
We also staked out the restaurant scene in Indianapolis for Valentine's Day weekend options.
If you're looking for something high-end, Ocean Prime is doing a special weekend menu called Flavors of Sonoma:
- West Coast Oysters $18
- Roasted Beet Salad $12
- Striped Bass & Clams $44
- New York Strip Steak $54
"We don’t want anyone to miss out on the hospitality and fresh ingredients that we have to offer," says Executive Chef Shawn O’Brien.
Ocean Prime: 8555 River Rd #100, Indianapolis, 317-569-0975
If breakfast is more your thing, check out Seros' Special Valentine’s Day breakfast menu for Eggs Benedict and strawberry crepes. They also do desserts like chocolate fudge cake, red velvet cake and carrot cake eclairs. And if you pay cash, you get ten percent off! Seros is at 11720 E. Washington St., 317-894-5570.
Chef Dan’s is offering a Valentine’s Day Menu: two for $35
- Pan Seared Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with red skin potatoes and sautéed green beans
- Pan Seared Salmon in a Balsamic Glaze with creamy risotto and sautéed green beans
- 2 Signature Salads, 2 drinks, and Chocolate covered strawberries
"Everything here is made with love," says Chef Cyrus, sous chef.
The 1913 Restaurant (40 W. Jackson Place, 317-396-3623) is offering a three-course dinner at $39 per person.
First course: Crusted duck green salad
Entrée: Ribeye with roasted potatoes or maple bourbon glazed pork chop
Dessert: Chocolate cake with raspberries
Fogo de Chao at 117 E Washington St. (317-638-4000) is offering a Valentine’s Day martini and a complimentary dinner for the next visit for every couple.
Bravo Cucina Italiana (8651 Castle Creek Pkwy E Dr., Indianapolis, 317-577-2211) is offering two courses for $11. Restrictions apply to entrees.
