Think local and think different this Valentine's Day. Here are some favorite Annapolis spots for dinner, gifts, and adventures.
Can't think of anything special for this Valentine's Day? We gotcha covered.
Updated for 2022
Start with the food
"We all eat, and it would be a sad waste of opportunity to eat badly." – Anna Thomas
Severn Inn
Special three-course, prix fixe menu. $150 per couple. Available February 14.
Buddy's Crabs and Ribs
$99 dinner for two includes:
Your choice of wine or champagne
2 starters
2 soups
2 salads
An entree platter (choose from crab cake, snow crab, coconut cod, crabs, coconut shrimp, or a rack of ribs)
2 sides
And of course dessert—chocolate covered strawberries.
Available 2/12 through 2/20.
InGrano
Five course dinner (six course if you count the fancy amuse bouche) for $150 per person. Seatings at 5:30 and 8 PM on 2/12 and 2/14.
Amuse bouche: mini croissant, foie mousse, drunken cherry, pistachio-orange gremolatta, candied duck skin
First course: popcorn soup, port infused cocoa butter, micro greens
Second course: king oyster steak mushroom, pomegranate-whipped goat cheese, edamame salad
Third course: valentine linguine, pancetta lardons, romano-black pepper emulsion
Fourth course: scallop, hibiscus cauli puree, sherry buerre blanc, crispy parsnips
Fifth course: wagyu ribeye, truggle potato au gratin, cola braised cabbage, candy rose petal
Dessert: espresso brownie tartlet, baklava ice cream
Smashing Grapes
Three-course prix fixe menu. $75 per person. View the menu and call (410) 266-7474 to make a reservation.
Garry's Grill
This is big. Garry's doesn't take reservations. But they are for Valentine's Day.
Check out the menu for a special three-course meal and a complimentary bottle of wine. And if you'd rather stay home, they'll deliver! (as long as you order by 4 PM on 2/11). Each order also comes with homemade macaroons.
Call (410) 544-0499 to order or make reservations.
Soul
Enjoy a carryout special for $65. Your choice of
Two entrees
Two desserts
A salad
And of course you can add a bottle of wine or one Soul's prohibition mixes. Order online.
Blackwall Hitch
Three-course prix fixe menu available 2/11-14. $75 per person.
View the menu and call (410) 263-3454 to make a reservation.
Tuscan Prime
Tuscan Prime hasn't posted any Valentine's Day specials yet but they have to be on the list because with their crazy desserts and excellent service, this is one of Annapolis's best spots to celebrate. Read our review.
Make it sweet
Small Cakes MD
Get some themed cupcakes! Call 667-204-2107 to order. Make sure to get your order in by February 13!
Sugar Butter Love
Strawberry shortcake, pink love cake, true love chocolate cake, cupcakes, cocoa bombs, chocolate covered strawberries, and on and on and on. This is dessert CENTRAL, baby.
Katie from Cookie Jar Kits can do it all. You can pre-order decorating kits to make your own dessert. Or you can let Katie do it for you. Choose between cookie cakes, chocolate smash hearts, and classic cookies.
Pre-order online by February 6!
Iron Rooster
Make. Your. Own. RoosTarts. (Iron Rooster's famous homemade pop-tarts)
Need I say more? Shop online now.
Don't forget the flowers and a gift
Vignette Home Table Garden
Beautiful bouquets and cookie boxes too. DM on Instagram to order.
Dandelions Flower Stand
Peaceful Petals Flower Truck
á la mode Intimates
Schedule a bra fitting with a pro.
Kate Slayton Lettering
Acrylic cards, heart shaped gift tags, love blocks and more! If you need cute hand lettered goods, this is your jam. Shop online.
HERE. A pop-up shop
Check out their virtual Valentine's shop.
Whimsicality
February 5 through 12, get rewarded when you spend.
$50 gets you a facial juice mask and surprise coupon
$150 gets you a candle, set of Teleties, and Sun Bum lip balm
$250 gets you a SCOUT mini package bag and Hobo euro slide wallet
$350 gets you a Hobo fern crossbody purse
View the Valentine's collection online before heading into the store.
Mango + Main
Want a gift you can feel good about? Mango + Main has you covered with a great selection of fair trade options. Swing by the shop at 88 Maryland Avenue or shop online.
Shop local at Annapolis Mall
Visit California Pizza Kitchen court at Westfield Annapolis from 11 AM - 3 PM on 2/12 for a great selection of local vendors.
Dandelions Flower Stand
Bake Believe
Box and Bows
Stem & Soul
Cane Collective
GrayGoatSoaps
Go do something
Wine & Design
What's more romantic than painting and wine? West Street's wine/paint bar combo has date night classes all Valentine's weekend. Some are even virtual!
