Valentine's Day is the occasion for expressing our loved ones' affection, love, and care. It is an opportunity to honor a special person in your life. It's a day when you can go above and beyond to spoil that person and let them know how much you care, and one of the best ways to do that in Bend is by treating them to a romantic dinner where you can savor delectable fare and romantic conversation. Each of these restaurants has particular romantic qualities all its own. Thanks to the cozy fireplaces, elegant cocktails, premium local ingredients, and decadent desserts, you're guaranteed to leave the night with a full stomach and an even fuller heart.
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Pastini
Location: 375 SW Powerhouse Dr.Bend, OR 97702
Hours: Sun - Thurs 11 am – 8:30 pm
Fri - Sat 11 am – 9:30 pm
Contact: (541) 749-1060
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A flurry of specials is available this Valentine's at Pastini to warm your heart.
Try the Cannelloni di Carne, a hearty stuffed pasta dish stuffed with beef and pork, shallots, and herbs and topped with mozzarella and housemade marinara. It's a perfect dish for a romantic dinner, isn’t it? Simply delicious.
Having a glass of La Quercia Aglianico from the Abruzzo region would go well with this. The flavorful plum and spice notes in this robust varietal are made in a fresh, immediate style.
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Remember also to try their seasonal specialty, the Ginger Jack Mule, a mule mug filled with ice that combines Jack Daniels, apple cider, ginger beer, lemon, and bitters. Or try its Winter Berry Italian Soda, which pairs cranberry and blackberry and tastes as good as it looks, for refreshment.
Come in from the cold, and visit your neighborhood Pastini to enjoy these winter specials. You can order online by clicking here.
La Rosa
Location: NW Crossing 2763 NW Crossing DR, Bend, OR
Hours: Closed Mondays
Sunday -Thursday 11 am - 8 pm
Friday - Saturday 11 am - 9 pm
Contact: (541) 647-1624
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Are you ready for a nuclear attack on your senses this Valentine's Day? At La Rosa, you can experience the magic of Mexico. La Rosa only uses the freshest, highest-quality ingredients to make mouthwatering dishes. So join us this Valentine’s Day for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
La Rosa offers a wide range of catering options for events of all sizes, on-site or at your location. They can handle anything, from a dinner party to a corporate event to a buffet.
LaRosa will add a special touch to your next event. For reservations, click here.
900 Wall
Location: 900 Wall, 900 Nw Wall Street, Bend, Or 97701
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 3 pm-9 pm
Friday-Saturday 3 pm-9:30 pm
Sunday-Monday Closed
Contact: 541.323.6295/ info@900wall.Com
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The 900 Wall Restaurant, which opened in May 2009, is situated in the center of Bend's business district. Its cuisine is modern American, with many French and Italian influences. Seasonal inspiration and ethical sourcing are used to create their menus. Chef Cliff Eslinger takes pride in using fresh, local, organic, and responsibly sourced ingredients, whenever possible. They uphold the principle that great dishes begin with high-quality ingredients.
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900 Wall’s private dining room is the perfect location for any event, especially this Valentine's. Up to 35 guests can be seated for dinner or 45 for a cocktail party in the room, which can be completely closed off for privacy. For large groups, the seasonal family-style menus are perfect because they offer a distinctive communal-style dining experience.
They also have a room next to the Private Dining Room that overlooks the rest of the restaurant in addition to the enclosed space. Cocktail parties or other events that call for a livelier atmosphere are perfect for this area, which is called the Mezzanine. For bigger groups, there is also the option of restaurant "buy-outs."
If you are interested in booking a private event this Valentine’s, please head over to the reservations tab on their homepage or contact the events coordinator at katie900wall@gmail.com .
The Phoenix Restaurant
Location: 594 NE Bellevue Drive Bend, OR 97701
Hours: Closed Monday
Tues - Sun 11:30 am - 8 pm
Contact: (541) 317-0727/ eat@bendphoenix.com
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The Phoenix strives to bring together diverse tastes by utilizing high-quality farm ingredients. Following it's motto "a restaurant for everyone," they provide exactly that - something for everyone to enjoy.
This Valentine's, enjoy the housemade soups, freshly made salads, favorite comfort foods like bacon-wrapped Meatloaf, Double R Ranch Filet Mignon, Ginger Soy-Glazed Salmon or Shrimp Pomodora, or its more casual fare of Brickoven Pizzas, a variety of grilled sandwiches like the 'best in town' Reuben, and Fish and Chips. Fresh ingredients shine through in all of its dishes.
For reservations, you may visit their website.
