Looking for somewhere special, romantic or just plain different to take your Valentine’s Day date? Try one of these local options, but be sure to make reservations — nothing kills the romance like a two-hour wait.
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“Lady and the Tramp” taught us how romantic Italian food can be, and Mamma Rosa’s offers everything from heaping bowls of spaghetti to lasagna and pizza.
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Enjoy an authentic Baja-style Mexican dinner in the lovely, inspired dining room on Valentine’s Day, or bring your date to Nuevo’s champagne brunch the morning before.
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Looking to impress with your sense of adventure? Explore the Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine at Kenrix Sushi, or keep it simple with steaks and hamburgers.
4. Barona Casino
You can go for the gambling excitement and stay for the award-winning
restaurants open Valentine's Day evening: Sage Cafe, The Plaza, and Italia Cucina. Can't decide what you want? You can try the Season's Fresh Buffet, which should please any date's palette.
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Although D'Carlo's is an ideal spot for a one-on-one date, the restaurant also welcomes moms and dads who couldn't get a babysitter for Valentine's Day.
