Two reasonable Valentine’s Day dining options in Melbourne

Looking to impress your Valentine this year? Well, aren’t you lucky, because Melbourne’s got you covered with some of the most spectacular dining options for February 14th. Whether you’re after ocean views or cityscapes, Basque-inspired flavours or classic Italian dishes, here are two spots guaranteed to heat things up—if not romantically, then at least in your stomach.

Valentine’s Day at Sebastian

Nothing says romance like a four-course meal served with the sound of waves in the background. Treat your valentine to dining perfection at Sebastian, Melbourne’s gem perched right by the sandy shores of Williamstown Beach. Head Chef Timon Siew has curated a menu so divine it’ll outshine even Cupid’s work. Start with their signature pintxos, featuring delicacies like garlic prawn croquette and chorizo-stuffed dates (yes, please!). Move on to snapper ceviche and a main event of Wimmera duck paired with fresh sides. Cap it all off with an indulgent dark chocolate mousse—because what’s Valentine’s Day without chocolate? At $110 per person, this culinary experience will have you falling head over heels (for the food, at the very least).

Key Details

  • Four-course set menu
  • $110 per person
  • Menu and bookings available here.

Valentine’s Day at Amatrice Rooftop Restaurant

For those who believe in the universal truth that pasta = love, Amatrice Rooftop Restaurant is here to make your Valentine’s Day wish come true. Recently opened and already leaving its mark, this spot combines the magic of Italian flavors with stunning city views. Head Chef Vincenzo Di Giovanniello has prepared exclusive Valentine’s specials alongside their usual à la carte offerings. Whether you’re opting for a two-course lunch ($79 per person) or going all-in with a three-course dinner ($95 per person), prepare for Italian food so good, you’ll consider proposing to the chef instead of your date.

Key Details

  • Two-course à la carte – $79 per person
  • Three-course à la carte – $95 per person
  • Bookings available here.

This Valentine’s Day, skip the cliché flowers and chocolates (okay, maybe not the chocolates), and sweep your loved one off their feet with spectacular food, unbeatable views, and a dining experience they’ll be raving about until next year. Just make sure you don’t call it a “surprise” and forget to book.