Reservations are a must for the holiday of love. To make it easier, we’ve accumulated several date ideas around the neighborhood.
XOXO Dining Room. Photo by Danny Fulgencio.
This Instagrammable XOXO DINING ROOM’s Galentine’s Day will feature a tequila-forward cocktail called A Girl’s Best Friend. Dial a phone number and a door swings open, leading you to the speakeasy Mr. X Cocktail Lounge. 3121 Ross Ave.
VIA TRIOZZI, located on Greenville Avenue, makes fresh pastas in-house for dishes like avioli di zucca, lasagne al forno and ricotta montana. The all-Italian wine list of 50 selections ranges from $30 a bottle up to $180. 1806 Greenville Ave.
Bad Axe Throwing Photography by Danny Fulgencio
Skip the table for two, and try something exhilarating and edgy — like an evening at BAD AXE THROWING in Old East Dallas. 5438 E Grand Ave.
Tickets: $26.98 -$41.99
Whether on your way to or from the Dallas Arboretum, barbecue joint — with a touch of Tex-Mex — SMOKEY ROSE is conveniently located. Performances from local musicians are scheduled for the outdoor patio weekly. 8602 Garland Rd.
Granada Theater. Photography by Hilary Schleier
Valentine’s Day week is packed at the GRANADA THEATER, varying from musicians to magicians like Carnivale De Sensuale. 3524 Greenville Ave.
Tickets: $25-$40
Booking a table in advance can be challenging. Fortunately, BODEGA WINE BAR has tables available at an open seating format. The restaurant specializes in wines by the glass, bottle and flights as well as some cheese and charcuterie.
6434 E Mockingbird Ln.
Knox Henderson’s BARCELONA WINE BAR provides an authentic-as-you-can Spanish dining experience with more than 30 tapas plates, 10 Spanish cheeses and nearly 400 wines to choose from. 5016 Miller Ave.
Where else in Dallas could you go bird-watching, picnicking, bike riding, kayaking or sunset sailing? Whatever outdoorsy or outdoor-adjacent date activity you fancy, WHITE ROCK LAKE is an obvious choice.
Lounge Here. Photo by Danny Fulgencio
Hidden in Little Forest Hills, LOUNGE HERE offers a relaxed ambiance for chic and casual dining with chef-prepared dishes and handcrafted cocktails. 9028 Garland Rd.
Book a spot for the VALENTINE’S DAY SWEET HOLIDAY TRUFFLES COOKING CLASS taught by Chef Tiffany at Deep Ellum Brewing. 2823 Saint Louis St. Tickets: $65
THE DALLAS ARBORETUM. No explanation needed. 8525 Garland Rd Tickets: $5 entry,
$11 for general parking
Ricki Derek
RICKI DEREK’S VALENTINE’S DAY DOUBLE FEATURE, hosted at the Granada Theater, the will consist of a performance by Ricki Derek and the Vegas Six followed by a screening of Casablanca. 3524 Greenville Ave. Tickets: $25 to $40 per person If you and your valentine need a good laugh, Dallas Comedy Club, a multi-use entertainment venue in Deep Ellum, offers improv classes, stand-up, sketch and storytelling.
3036 Elm St.
Dave Wilk and Frank Ford founders of Four Day Weekend. Photography by Danny Fulgencio
Located near Lower Greenville, FOUR DAY WEEKEND‘s award-winning comedy show is built around audience suggestions and participation. 5601 Sears St. Tickets $25
