Family Friendly Valentine's Day at Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook

Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd. Northbrook, IL; 847-205-4433) is the perfect family friendly place to spend Valentine’s Day. This restaurant focuses on locally grown fresh and organic ingredients.  Chefs Sarah Stegner and George Bambaris invite families to enjoy Valentine’s day by ordering off the regular menu, no special Valentine’s pricing. Entrées like the Lake Superior White Fish with Portobello mushrooms, sautéed broccoli, and lemon butter sauce ($21) and Crispy Half Duck from "Maple Leaf Farm" with rainbow Swiss chard, herb stuffing "cake" and sautéed pear ($28) are two of the tasty treats that await you at Prairie Grass Cafe.

Maxwell’s at the Club’s Valentine's Day Prix Fixe Dinner

On Valentine’s Day, Maxwell’s at the Club (500 N. Kingsbury St. Chicago IL) is offering a Prix Fixe four course meal, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. You and your guest will be treated to an appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert. Appetizers include the choice of Pan Roasted Scallops and Cocoa Crusted Pulled Pork. Types of salads available include Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese and Baby Red Romaine. The entrée course will feature Petite Filet and Lobster Tail, Pan Roasted Snapper, Roasted New York Strip Loin and Rotisserie Amish Chicken.

For dessert, choose from a Pistachio and White Chocolate Torte, Ginger Crème Brûlée and more. Make your reservations for Maxwell’s Valentine’s Day Dinner, $45 a person, by calling (312) 527-5800 ext. 301.

An evening of romance and fun at Maxwell's at the Club

Looking for a romantic and fun evening with your Valentine? Maxwell’s at the Club (500 N. Kingsbury St., Chicago, IL 60610; 312-527-5800) has the perfect evening already planned for you!

This Valentine’s Day, Maxwell’s is offering a traditional prix fixe menu with a Valentine’s Day Party. The prix fixe menu is $40 per person, not including alcohol, and includes an appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert. Entrée selections include steak and lobster tail, seafood, and Chateaubriand for two. After dinner, guests can head to the Valentine’s Day Party Riverview from 6 to 10 p.m. at no extra cost. The party will include a hors d’oeuvres buffet, cash bar and performance by cover band Midnight Sun. If you already have dinner reservations elsewhere, you can still join in the party! The price of the event for those not taking part in the prix fixe meal is $30 per person.

To make reservations for your perfect Valentine’s Day at Maxwell’s, call 312-527-5800, extension 301. They’re excited to have you!

Five Days of Valentine

Valentine's Day doesn't have to be a one-day celebration. With Francesca's Restaurants, you can extend the celebration for five days!

Ravioli Tartufati

Five Days of Valentine at Francesca's restaurants runs Friday, February 10 through Tuesday, February 14. During these five days, Francesca’s will feature a heart-shaped Pizza con Prosciutto e Rucola, arugula, lemon, olive oil, roasted plum tomatoes, mozzarella and Prosciutto di Parma, for $11.99. They also will feature the festive Ravioli Tartufati, heart-shaped pasta with a garlic Parmesan cream sauce, fresh tomatoes and a drizzle of white truffle oil for $16.99. (This pasta will be available at all locations except Francesca’s Forno). Francesca’s special edition “Hearts on Fire” Martini will also be available for $9. This tasty drink is made with vodka, Cointreau, Aperol, Disaronno and fresh lemon juice. For dessert, Francesca’s offers beautiful Torta di Frutta Della Passione, with white chocolate cream and fresh berries. Valentine's day at Francesca's is a unique and delicious treat sure to show the one you love just how much you care. 

Hearts on Fire Martini



Torta di Frutta Della Passione

Turn Up the Passion on Valentine's Weekend

Good things come to those who wait…but not when it comes to Valentine’s Day. Tables are already going quickly for this highly anticipated weekend, and you won’t want to miss the romantic sharing menu Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar has created for you two, available February 11-14. Reserve your spot now at two Chicago area locations: 25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL, 312-329-9463, or 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, IL, 847-793-0333.

To sweeten the deal, you will also receive a Valentine’s Day Card worth $25 toward a future rendezvous at your favorite Fleming’s.

Begin the evening with Fleming’s special 99-calorie cocktail, Tickled Pink. The new, bright-colored libation is made with Belvedere vodka, orange juice, raspberry and Mionetto Prosseco for $9.95. The Tickled Pink cocktail is available throughout February and March, and is a part of Fleming’s “5 for $6 ‘til 7” menu.

After toasting your Valentine, choose from two entrée selections made for sharing: Filet Mignon & Crab-Stuffed Shrimp, filet mignon with Madeira sauce, giant black tiger shrimp stuffed with crab and toped with bacon and lemon garlic butter sauce, served with butter poached Portobello mushrooms and Parmesan cheese mashed potatoes (for two, $98.95); or New York Strip & Shrimp Scampi, Prime New York steak, with peppercorn sauce, shrimp scampi with chimichurri herb pesto, served with lemon-scented orzo pasta and French green beans with porcini essence, plus a choice of Fleming’s, Caesar or Wedge Salads (for two, $89.95).

Save room for a decadent dessert with your sweetheart: Red Velvet Cake & Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, three-layer red velvet cake with strawberry cream cheese frosting, garnished with two double-dipped chocolate strawberries (for two, $9.95).

The nationally acclaimed Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar offers the best steakhouse dining – prime meats and chops, fresh fish and poultry, generous salads and side orders – with a unique wine list known as the “Fleming’s 100” that features 100 wines served by the glass. Fleming’s is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including Wine Enthusiast’s annual Awards of Distinction and Wine Spectator’s annual Awards of Excellence. Visit http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/ to learn more.

Tickled Pink (99-calorie cocktail)
1 oz. Belvedere vodka
1 oz. Sugar-free raspberry preserve
1 orange wedge squeezed and dropped into shaker
Shake on ice
Pour 1-1/2 oz. of Mionetto Prosecco in martini glass
Pour shaker into martini glass with Prosecco
Garnish with 2 fresh raspberries on a bar pick

Love is in the air at Restaurant Michael

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, so brush up on the sweet talking, and let Restaurant Michael do the cooking. On Sunday, February 14, enjoy a Three-Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $59 per person including Charles de Frere NV Sparkling Rose from the Loire Valley in France.

The first seatings are at 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., the second seatings at 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. and the third seating from 9 p.m. and on. The menu includes a choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert.

Appetizers:
Cassoulette of Exotic Mushrooms, Grilled Asparagus and Sesame Scented Prawns “A La Nage” with Micro Tarragon

Potato, Foie Gras and Poached Quail Egg Ravioli in Port Wine Veal Jus

House Cured Salmon with Warm Corn Blini over Crème Fraîche with Pernod

Entrées:
Carved Roast Chateaubriand of Beef Tenderloin, Madeira Jus, Potato Puree Gratin and Vegetable Bouquetierre

Dover Sole and Lobster “En Croute” with Spinach and Artichoke Flan, Pineau de Charantes Sauce

Roast Rack of Lamb, Provencal Vegetable Tian and Natural Jus with Black Truffle

Desserts:
White and Dark Chocolate Mousse Bombe, Basil Scented Strawberry Coulis

Hot Raspberry Souffle, Chambord Cream

Please note that reservations are required and space is limited. In an effort not to overbook, only 100 reservations will be taken by calling Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100. Credit cards are required to confirm the reservation. Restaurant Michael offers its regular a la carte menu and service on Friday, February 11 and Saturday, February 13.

Restaurant Michael is located at 64 Green Bay Rd. in Winnetka, Ill. serving classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French Country flair. Complimentary parking is available. Major credit cards are accepted. For more information, please visit www.restaurantmichael.com.

Celebrate Valentine's Day this Friday at Maxwell's At the Club

Haven't made plans to celebrate V-day yet? The East Bank Club's recently opened restaurant, Maxwell's At the Club (500 N. Kingsbury St., Chicago) is offering an affordable option this Friday, Feb. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This four-course meal prepared by head chef Rick Hall, is just $45 per person.

First course options include Spicy Salmon Roll with wasabi, ginger and soy sauce; Grilled Chipotle Shrimp Skewer or Grilled Vegetable Tian. For the second course, choose from a Caesar Salad, Caprese Salad or Crab and Asapargus Bisque.

Entree selections include Petite Filet and Lobster Tail with roasted cauliflower; Veal Chop Milanese with creamy polenta; Grilled Kona Kampachi with lemon-ginger risotto; Noisettes of Lamb Loin with ratatouille and Rotisserie Organic Chicken with roasted root vegetables.

And for the finishing touch, dessert options include Chocolate Raspberry Decadent Cake; Mixed Berries with Zabaglione and Cookies; and Chocolate Fondue.

For reservations, contact Maxwell's at the Club at (312) 527-5800 ext. 301. Valet parking is available. For more information about the restaurant, please visit www.eastbankclub.com.

It's not too late to make a date for Valentine's Day - Check out these Chicago area restaurants

BIRCH RIVER GRILL – AN AMERICAN KITCHEN

75 W. Algonquin Rd.
Arlington Heights, Ill.

(847) 427-4242
http://www.birchrivergrill.com/


Couples can snuggle by the rustic fireplace for Valentine’s Day at Birch River Grill – An American Kitchen. On February 14, the restaurant offers a pre-fixe menu at $44.95 per person. Begin the romantic evening with Purple Endive and Delicate Greens Salad, with citrus supremes, toasted almond slices and ruby red grapefruit vinaigrette. Customers will enjoy an appetizer of Herb Crusted Tuna Loin with winter squash, caper relish and tarragon vinaigrette. Entrée selections include: the Duet of Petite Filet Mignon, with Boursin cheese butter and horseradish crust, purple potato crush, peppercorn bacon Brussels sprouts, or Wild Striped Bass with black beluga lentils, blood orange cream and wilted escarole. For dessert, indulge in the Manage et Trois Chocolate, a trio of chocolates, mousse of white, milk and dark chocolates and Grand Marnier genoise.

Birch River Grill’s Valentine’s Day dinner is available noon to 11 p.m. for $44.95 per person. Additionally, the regular menu is available. Birch River Grill – An American Kitchen is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday; 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; and 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. The lounge stays open one hour later daily. All major credit cards are accepted. Complimentary parking is available. For reservations or more information, please contact Birch River Grill – An American Kitchen at (847) 427-4242 or visit them on the web at http://www.birchrivergrill.com/.


DINE
733 W. Madison St.
Chicago, Ill
(312) 602- 2100
http://www.dinerestaurant.com/

Valentine’s Day Spend a music-filled Valentine’s Day at Dine, featuring jazz guitarist Lee Barrie from 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. February 14. Barrie’s smooth jazz will serenade guests, while Dine offers a special Valentine’s Day menu Friday February 13, and Saturday February 14 in addition to its regular menu.

For starters, choose from Spice Rubbed Prime Tenderloin, Champagne vinaigrette, Brussels sprouts-horseradish salad ($11), or West Coast Evening Cove Oysters with a trio of caviars ($12). Enjoy Dine’s special Valentine’s Day soup, Oregon Pink Shrimp Bisque, with orange fennel relish and tempura shrimp ($7). Entrée selections include Grass Fed Strip Steak rubbed with Valrhona cocoa and New Mexico Chili Yukon potatoes ($28), or Pole Caught Virginia Striped Bass with grilled ramp, red Russian fingerling potato and a sweet pea emulsion ($27). Complement the dinner with featured wine pairings; either three wine selections for $9, or let Dine’s wine steward select the perfect bottle.

For the finale, choose between Dine’s signature heart-shaped Red Velvet Cake for Two with cream cheese frosting and pecan praline ($11), hand-dipped Chocolate Covered Strawberries for two ($9) or a sparkling glass of Champagne ($5).

Dine’s Valentine’s Day drink menu includes Bleeding Love, Stoli raspberry and vanilla topped with apple juice and chocolate covered raspberries, served in a chilled martini glass glazed with deep red raspberry flavored coloring ($12), Shoot the Cupid, a chilled shaken and stirred brew of Grey Goose L’Orange and Effen raspberry, finished with a bubbly mixture of sparkling grape juice and Champagne ($12) and Happily Ever After, a strong burning collage of Grey Goose pear and White Crème De Cacao, topped with a rich frothing of cream and coated with chocolate sprinkles ($12).


GLEN PRAIRIE
LOCAL FLAVOR FINE FOOD & DRINK
1250 Roosevelt Rd.
Glen Ellyn, Ill.
(630) 613-1250
http://www.glenprairie.com/

Valentine’s Day Menu A Valentine’s Day dinner of passion awaits at Glen Prairie Local Flavor Food & Drink. Glen Prairie’s pre-fixe menu is available February 13 and February 14 for $40 per person. For starters, couples will enjoy Cupid’s Salad of Love with baby greens, Mission figs, toasted pistachios, shaved red onion and balsamic vinaigrette; followed by the Cuddle with Me Soup with wild mushroom and fennel.

For the main course, choose from Will You Be My Valentine, lump crab stuffed Amish chicken Oscar, saffron hollandaise, gaufrette potatoes and grilled asparagus, or Love Me Tender, Iowa farmed bone-in filet mignon, truffle mashed potatoes, cognac cream sauce and braised carrots. End the night with It’s Orgasmic, flourless chocolate cake, vanilla bean gelato, or You Sweet Thing, strawberry, peaches and cream trifle.


KARMA – ASIAN FOOD & WINE
510 E. Route 83
Mundelein, Ill.
(847) 970-6900
http://www.karmachicago.com/

Valentine’s Day SpecialsSweethearts are in for a treat with Karma’s special Valentine’s Day menu. The romantic dining experience commences with Oysters on the half shell served with tempura asparagus and ponzu sauce ($10). Choose from three alluring entrées like the Fire Roasted Game Hen stuffed with shiitake mushrooms and forbidden rice with a pineapple tamari glaze ($28); Grilled Veal Chop atop a bed of baby bok choy and Napa cabbage plus an Asian pear demi glace ($38); Lobster Tail, Prawns and Scallops poached in a star anise and yuzu broth, with a scallion rice cake and baby vegetables ($45). Karma offers intimate endings for dessert including Desserts to Share, warm heart-shaped chocolate brownies with Tahitian vanilla ice cream and fresh berries, ganache and crème anglaise for dipping ($10), or the Dessert Sampler, Ginger Crème Brulee, Chocolate moelleux cake and coconut rice pudding ($12).

Karma offers two special Valentine’s Day cocktails, the Crimson Mimosa with blood orange puree and sparkling wine ($8), and the Strawberry Kiss with rum, strawberry liqueur and Godiva chocolate liqueur ($8).

Kinzie Chophouse
400 North Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60654
312.822.0191
http://www.kinziechophouse.com/


Come out of the cold to spend a cozy Valentine’s night
at Kinzie Chophouse and we’ll do the work for you!

Each couple dining with us Valentines weekend will receive a personal champagne toast and complimentary box of chocolates. Plus, opt in for our custom-tailored Valentine’s Day Menu available with wine pairings ($119.95 per couple) or without ($99.95 per couple). Champagne & chocolate valid only with an advanced reservation. Please mention the promotion when making your reservation. Available Friday, February 13th-Sunday, February 15th.

An authentic Chicago neighborhood restaurant, Kinzie Chophouse's warm classic interior is the perfect backdrop for any occasion — from a business lunch, a romantic dinner, friendly neighborhood gathering or an important celebration. An extensive menu, stellar wine list, and great service are woven together for an exceptional dining experience. From the first bite to the last sip, The Kinzie Chophouse sets the standard in great Chicago dining.

Visit http://www.kinziechophouse.com/ to make reservations, for more information, directions and to see our other promotions, including our special $20 Winter Delights 3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner Menu and "Under the Spring Tuscan Sun" Wine Dinner.

Zagat Excellence Award: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Wine spectator Award: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Wine Enthusiasts Award of Excellence:
2006 Chicago Magazine Bronze Award Winner
Chicago Preferred Business Award Winner by the Chicago Concierge Advisory Counsel

Monday – Thursdays: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Fridays: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Saturdays: 4:00pm – 11:00pm
Sundays: 4:00pm – 9:00pm

MAMBO GRILL

412 North Clark Street

Chicago, IL 60654

312.467.9797

http://www.mambogrill.com/

Shake things up with your Valentine at Mambo Grill!

Enjoy the tunes of a live musician as you dine with us Valentine’s weekend, plus each couple will receive a personal champagne toast and complimentary box of chocolates. Champagne & chocolate valid only with an advanced reservation. Please mention the promotion when making your reservation. Available Friday, February 13th & Saturday, February 14th.

Walk through the doors of the charming Mambo Grill and experience a celebration of color, atmosphere and mouth watering pan-Latin cuisine. It is the spot where Latin America meets Chicago neighborhood, with authentic Latin flavors and the largest rum and tequila selection in the country. Like a work of art, the charming and cozy interior blends with dynamic flavor fusions for an unforgettable dining experience. Live life to the fullest and indulge yourself in this remarkable and unique Chicago culinary treasure.

Visit http://www.mambogrill.com/ to make reservations, for more information, directions and to see our other promotions, including our special $20 Winter Delights 3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner Menu available throughout January and February.

Plus! Mambo Grill is great for groups! Host your next business dinner, friends night out, bachelorette dinner or family gathering with us. Call Fannie at 312.329.9826.

Zagat Excellence Award: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

Best Mojito Spot: Metromix.com
"A sensational dance of flavors with Latin flair": CBS Channel 2 Chicago

Monday – Thursdays: 11:00am-10:00pm

Fridays: 11:00am – 11:00pm

Saturdays: 5:00pm-11:00pm

Sundays: Closed