Are you in the mood for love? Whether it’s with a special someone, a lovable friend or a dashing flame you just met on Tinder, we’ve got Valentine’s dinner plans sorted for all of the above.
Eat, drink, and stare contentedly into one another’s eyes at these romantic restaurants.
By: Avneet Takhar
Vancouver
Dear Gus
There’s nothing that says “I ❤️ you” quite like a small, European snack and wine bar. Dear Gus opened its doors towards the end of last year and has since been a hit with Mount Pleasant locals. With a rotating menu of sustainable wines, aperitivo and larger plates consisting of mussels and oysters; elevated cuisine beckons your beating hearts!
Walk-ins, and no resos here.
Get there by transit: A 15 minute walk from Olympic Village station, or buses 3, 8 and 19 stop close by.
Langley
Avishan
An authentic Iranian restaurant, known for its Middle-Eastern grilled meats like Chicken Koobideh and Chenjeh (grilled lamb), kebabs, and hot tea refills, Avishan has a friendly and cozy feel. Complete with brick accent walls and tucked-away tables, the intimate ambience invites you to relax and break bread into the early evening.
Get there by transit: Hop onto the 502 bus from King George sky train station.
New Westminster
Artusi
A 40-person limited-seating restaurant with homemade pasta and sumptuous desserts (mascarpone delights and panna cotta), put this on your list for when you’re craving a real rustic Italian experience. Bella will be very happy- and that’s amoré
Make a reservation here.
Get there by transit: Get the 106 bus there.
Richmond
Yanbian BBQ
Having opened in July, there is serious buzz around this Northeast Chinese and Korean food spot (Yanbian is a city in China with a large Korean population), and the menu reflects why!
From their Beef Paddywack (skewers) to Bibimap (Korean rice bowl, with a fried egg placed blissfully on top)— food bloggers are swooning. And your darling will be too if you take ‘em there! The small booths and tables are great for sharing bites together.
Get there by transit: An 8-minute walk from Lansdowne Canada line station.
South Surrey
Afghan Kitchen
This family-run Afghani spot is an absolute treat. Against the backdrop of Afghan paintings, patterns, and beautiful booths with dark tabletops, the details are just as thoughtful as the food. There’s the infamous Bolani (herb and spiced traditional bread), Aushak (dumplings) and kebabs straight from the charcoal! Planning a mystical evening begins right here.
For a reservation, click here.
Get there by transit: From King George station, grab the 321 or 345 buses.
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