It’s almost Valentine’s Day in Macau so make it a night to remember with the best restaurants in our city for a date night with your special someone. It’s important for the scene to be just as romantic as the food on your plate. Luckily, Macau boasts top-notch restaurants and world-class chefs to complete an exquisite dining experience on the most dreamy day of the year!
GRAND HYATT MACAU
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Looking to make Valentine’s Day extra special? A mesmerizing dinner at mezza9 Macau features a dining-from-the-kitchen experience with a series of love-inspired delicacies. The exquisite dishes include homemade cured salmon, honey dill dressing; pan-fried Japanese scallop, pineapple, and dill salsa; grilled Australian ribeye, béarnaise sauce, and more. It’s only available on February 14 and priced at MOP $899 per person. On the other hand, if you want a touch of spice in your love life, Beijing Kitchen is also serving up a Valentine’s Day set dinner on February 14. The refined dishes include seared sea scallops, bay clam, golden garlic, scented oil, live Atlantic Boston lobster, chicken carrot foam, and more. Enjoy double delights with every Chinese dish paired with Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label champagne. It’s priced from MOP $1,888 per couple.
Beijing Kitchen Grand Hyatt Macau, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, +853 8868 1930, www.cityofdreamsmacau.com
Sea urchin, fusilli, gentile red mullet bottarga, arugula ginger emulsion
THE ST. REGIS MACAO
Spend time together with the love of your life with a swoon-worthy menu at The St. Regis Macao. The latest evolution of The Manor’s Stories of the Sea – the Seventh Chapter presents a celebration of flavors showcasing the finest seafood, sourced from all four corners of the globe, and is a true dining occasion, perfect for a romantic evening. The six-course menu delights with exquisite dishes including Alaskan king crab with avocado and white asparagus, tender sea urchin served with fusilli pasta, flavored with red mullet bottarga and so much more. The Stories of the Sea – the Seventh Chapter, finishes with a choice of desserts that showcase the sweet yet tangy flavors of pineapple or tangerine. It’s available from January 18–March 31, and priced at MOP $888 per person or MOP $1,288 per person with the wine pairing.
The Manor The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai, +853 2882 8898, www.stresgismacao.com
SHERATON GRAND MACAO
So, maybe you can’t get away from the kids this Valentine’s Day in Macau. That’s fine but that shouldn’t stop you and your partner from enjoying a wonderful dining experience. Head to Feast nestled at Sheraton Grand Macao where you’ll find a beautiful spread of dishes to sate the appetite of everyone in the family. You can still sample the traditional festive Chinese style roast suckling pig with steamed gua bao and the famous Sichuan mala hotpot as it’s available from February 12 to 17 for lunch at MOP $298 and February 11 to 21 for dinner at MOP $488. They also offer the steamed turbot fish, stir-fried Alaskan crab leg, and braised sea cucumber and abalone.
Feast Sheraton Grand Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai, +853 2880 2000, www.sheratongrandmacao.com
THE RITZ-CARLTON, MACAU
Take your loved one to France without leaving Macau and romance her the French way at The Ritz-Carlton Café. Enjoy the La Saint-valentine Dinner, a sumptuous six-course menu that’s available on February 14. It’s priced at MOP $1,999 for two persons. Guests can set the mood for the evening by enjoying their amuse-bouche and Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne at The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge. What follows after that are the six finest French delicacies including chilled Boston lobster, rose dusted mallard duck breast, and more, to be served at The Ritz-Carlton Café. To complete the romantic journey, the Hearts On Fire dessert is a combination of Chambord ice-cream, red velvet sponge, and classic meringue to round up the intimate dinner. It’s priced at MOP $1,999 for two persons.
The Ritz-Carlton Cafe The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai, +853 8886 6712, www.ritzcarlton.com
ARTYZEN GRAND LAPA MACAU
For a truly romantic getaway, we suggest you book the special staycation package at Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau. Unwind with your loved one while enjoying options of gastronomic experiences such as breakfast, Portuguese set dinner, or the Thai barbeque. Their package starts at an affordable rate of MOP $400 for two people per room. The booking period is from January 1–February 28, and the stay period is from January 1–March 31. On Valentine’s Day, you can still catch the special dinner buffet at Café Bela Vista offering special festive highlights with Peking duck, foie gras risotto as well as festive cuisine and dishes starting at MOP $498 per person, alongside the café’s all-time favorite seafood and dessert stations.
Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau Avenida de Amizade, Macau, +853 2856 7888, www.artyzen.grandlapa.com
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MACAU
Impress your loved one with a stylish romantic meal, complete with magical views of the iconic Macau skyline. Treat your beloved to a gourmet five-course set dinner at Vida Rica Restaurant. To set the mood, head to Vida Rica Bar with a glass of champagne or a cocktail for two with bar snacks. This is certainly one of the most gorgeous locations in the city for an unforgettable date night. The gourmet five-course dinner is priced at MOP $998 per person.
Mandarin Oriental, Macau 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau, +853 8805 8888, www.mandarinoriental.com
TAPAS DE PORTUGAL
Immerse in a traditional Portuguese meal with your loved one and even friends at Tapas de Portugal on Valentine’s Day. Tucked away in the charming Taipa Village, this place is always a beautiful spot for a lovely evening with a dash of romance. They are offering a special menu priced at MOP $788 plus 10% service charge per two persons. It’s available from February 13 to 14. Guest can enjoy two glasses of exclusive white wine by making reservations before February 10.
Tapas de Portugal 9 Rua dos Clerigos, Taipa, +853 2857 6626, www.taipavillagemacau.com
GRILL 58
Go all out and spectacular on Valentine’s Day in Macau this year and dine at Grill 58 at MGM Cotai. They are offering a Valentine’s Day Teppanyaki Escapade or the five-course dinner set to treat the love of your life with a feast of the finest seasonal ingredients. The romantic night does not just stop here–reserve a table and pass your words of love to the restaurant before February 4 to get your message projected on the mega-LED screens at the Spectacle when you arrive for dinner. Guests with dinner reservations at any MGM Cotai dining outlet on February 14 may also take part in the Valentine’s Day heart-shaped cake decorating workshop for free at Anytime, making the day extra memorable with handmade sweet treats. Get in touch with them to inquire about the rates.
Grill 58 MGM Cotai, Macau Ave. Da Nave Desportiva, Cotai, Macau +853 8806 2318, www.mgm.mo
SOFITEL MACAU AT PONTE 16
Imagine you’re on a holiday near the beach and head to Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16’s Mistral for a delicious spread of seafood to make your dream come true. Bring your loved one on a date here and you’ll find an unlimited supply of lobster, five kinds of jet-fresh premium prawns, and more than 20 kinds of pastries to cap off a sumptuous meal. It’s priced at MOP $428 per adult with free-flow red, white wines, and beers and priced at MOP $228 per child. Starting from February 11 to 17, a series of auspicious gourmet dishes will be presented on the buffet line to usher in the prosperous Year of the Ox and of course, to celebrate all things in the name of love.
Mistral Restaurant Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16, Rua das Lorchas e Rua do Visconde Paço de Arcos, Macau, +853 8861 0016, www.sofitelmacau.com
COPA STEAKHOUSE
One of Macau’s best steakhouses is the perfect location for your Valentine’s Day celebration. Copa Steakhouse is offering a “Tender Hearts Romance 2021” six-course special Valentine’s Day set dinner, starting with a welcome drink of Italian sparkling wine and amuse-bouche of fresh abalone with roast pineapple salsa. Indulge in yellowtail and spot prawn ceviche afterwards followed by lobster bisque with sea urchin, Hokkaido scallops, Australian M7 Wagyu beef with foie gras, Welsh lamb, and Caribbean chocolate heart with yuzu ice cream to finish things off on a sweet note. The set menu is priced at MOP $1,588 for two persons.
Copa Steakhouse 203 Largo de Monte Carlo, Sands Macao, Macau, +853 2888 3330, www.sandsmacao.com
ANTÓNIO
Head to the enchanting setting of Taipa Village Macau this Valentine’s Day in Macau. Book a table at Antonio for a gastronomic experience taking your palates to the charming destination of Portugal with exquisite dishes that will make your evening truly memorable. They offer a set menu priced at MOP $888 per two persons. It’s available on February 14 from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. Guests will receive a MOP $100 cash coupon by checking in on social media during the night. To find out more about this promotion, do speak to their friendly staff.
António 7 Dua Ros Clerigos, Taipa Village Macau, +853 2899 9998, www.antoniomacau.com
