For those of you looking for a more traditional experience this Valentine’s Day, like a romantic evening by the beach, or sweet baked treats, we’ve rounded up a few V-Day dinners, brunches and treats offerings in the L.A. area. Book that babysitter and gift yourself a day or night off!

Valentine’s Day at Magnolia Bakery

Feb. 3 – 15 | Magnolia Bakery

Swing by the West Hollywood bakery for Valentine’s Day cupcakes, chocolate covered strawberry banana pudding, heart sugar cookies and more V-day themed twists on the bakery’s famous sweet treats. Order them for pick up or delivery.

Bubbles and Bites featuring Veuve Clicquot

5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fri., Feb 14 | Terranea Resort

Terranea Resort presents ‘Bubbles and Bites,’ an exclusive Valentine’s Day celebration on Feb. 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. on the Lobby Bar’s west terrace. This limited-capacity event promises an evening of luxury with live music, a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne or Rosé, tantalizing tableside bites, custom chocolate boxes, and a flower bouquet building experience. More info.

catalina kitchen’s “Romantic Garden”

5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | Terranea Resort

Inspired by Terranea’s catalina kitchen’s lush garden setting, this creatively invented three-course with amuse bouche Valentine’s dinner incorporates floral and botanical elements into the menu – for an intimate and natural feel. Highlights include Laura Chenel Goat Cheese Tartlette with rainbow pickled carrots and chives, Beef Tartare with toma fondue heart and baguette crostini and Dover Sole with caviar beurre blanc. For the sweet ending, dessert is Devil’s Food Cake with raspberry mouse and raspberry compote. More info.

mar’sel’s Splendid Valentine’s Day Three-Course Dinner

5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | Terranea Resort

With oceanfront views and delectable inventive California cuisine, Chef Fabio Ugoletti and his culinary team have created a memorably romantic dinner – to be elegantly served at Terranea’s signature Forbes Four Star mar’sel. 

Guests start with an amuse bouche of oysters and pomegranate. Appetizer choices include uni Caesar salad with Santa Barbara uni, little gem, croutons, sungold tomato and sea urchin dressing. Entrée options are poached half lobster, NY 14-day dry-aged flannery beef steak, monk fish or lamb loin. More info.

Dana Point Harbor Whale Watching Cruise

4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 – 16 | Dana Point Harbor

Celebrate Valentine’s Day on the water with the all ages Whale Watching Cruise at Dana Point Harbor. Sail into the pink sunset while searching for marine life, and enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne or a non-alcoholic beverage, along with chocolate wrapped treats. Plus, enter a raffle for a chance to win a Dana Point Harbor inspired gift package.  More info.

Valentine’s Three-Course Dinner at Watertable

5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 | Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa’s three-course Valentine’s Day dinner at its signature restaurant, Watertable, features a delightful menu of exquisite dishes, including Grilled Baby Lamb Chops, Pan Seared Scallops and Baby Kale Salad for starters, Butternut Squash “Pappardelle” and 6 oz. Chilean Sea Bass for entrees, and finished with Red Velvet Torte and Watertable’s signature Six Degrees of Chocolate dessert. The dinner is $105/person with an optional Welcome Wine & Champagne pairing at $55/person to accompany each course. More info.

Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri., Feb. 14 – 15 | Fisherman’s Village

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a parents’ night (or day!) out on the waters with City Cruises in Marina del Rey, Long Beach, Newport Beach and San Diego.

With various cruises available on Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a three-hour plated dinner cruise at various locations, live entertainment, and spectacular views of the coastline and local landmarks. To make the night extra special, guests can upgrade their experience aboard with packages including the “Romance Package,” inclusive of a bottle of champagne, half dozen roses, and champagne flutes. For those looking for a romantic outing during the day, the Marina Del Rey, Long Beach, Newport Beach, and San Diego ports are also offering two-hour Valentine’s Day brunch buffet cruises with free-flowing champagne, sparkling cider, and mimosas.

Brunch cruises (Feb. 15) board at 10:30 a.m. for 11 a.m. cruise. Dinner cruises (Feb. 14-15) board at 6:30 p.m. for 7 p.m. cruise. More info.

For more Valentine’s Day ideas, check out our events roundup.