Classic to Quirky: Fort Worth’s Valentine’s Day Date Guide

From Classic to Quirky: Fort Worth’s Valentine’s Day Date Guide

Valentine’s Day is coming up quick! Check out this comprehensive guide of our favorite romantic spots in Fort Worth and plan an epic Valentine’s Day date for your sweetheart. You’ll find everything from classic fine dining to outdoor adventures. This Valentine’s Day guide makes planning the perfect Valentine’s date a breeze.

Wine & Dine

These romantic spots are perfect for those looking to enjoy some fine dining on Valentine’s Day.

1) Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse~ Always Impeccable

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle steakhouse is a great spot for some romantic fine dining with your Valentine. This refined steakhouse serves incredible seafood, steaks, sides, and desserts. The ambiance in sophisticated and romantic. You will definitely want to get a reservation ASAP if you want to dine at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle on Valentine’s Day.

2) Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine~ Texas’ Finest

Your Valentine will have a smile as big as Texas if you make a reservation for a Valentine’s Day meal at Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine. This iconic Fort Worth restaurant takes fine dining and blends it seamlessly with bold, delicious Texas flavors. The menu features seafood, steaks, wild game, and more. Your tastebuds and your Valentine will remember this meal longer after you leave the restaurant.

3) Mercury Chophouse~ Elegant Sophistication

Mercury Chophouse takes a classic chophouse menu that features steaks, chops, and succulent seafood and blends it with an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere and presentation. This is another restaurant where you definitely want to make a Valentine’s Day reservation. You and your Valentine will have a great time and enjoy delicious dining at Mercury Chophouse.

Sultry Sips

Check out these romantic spots if you are looking for a place to grab drinks with your Valentine.

1) Atlas Fort Worth~ Swanky Refinement

Atlas Fort Worth is a great spot to grab some cocktails with your Valentine. At Atlas, you’ll find a sophisticated and swanky ambiance with velvet siting, wood paneled walls, and sparkling chandeliers. The cocktail menu features cocktails from around the world and some Atlas signature cocktails as well. If your Valentine is a whiskey fan, make sure to try the World Whiskey Flight.

2) Thompson’s Bookstore~ Things Aren’t as They Seem

When you tell your Valentine y’all are going to Thompson’s Bookstore for Valentine’s Day, they may be a little confused. Thompson’s Bookstore is more than just a bookstore. It’s also a speakeasy, a cigar lounge, and events space. You and your sweetheart can even take a mixology class at Thompson’s on Valentine’s day. If you want to take the class, get tickets ASAP.

3) Dirty Laundry~ Laundry for Valentine’s Day???

Your Valentine will likely not be amused when you pull up to a laundromat and tell them “this is it.” However, they are sure to be surprised and happy when you grab the handle of the out of order machine and expose the entrance to a fun and hidden speakeasy. The ambiance is romantic with mood lighting. The cocktail menu is cleverly themed with laundry related names.

Flirty & Fun

These romantic spots are perfect for couples looking to have a little fun together on Valentine’s Day.

1) Red Door Escape Room~ Escape with Your Date

Do you and your Valentine have what it takes to make an escape? You can find out at Red Door Escape Room. Red Door has multiple escape rooms in various themes, so you are sure to find a room and theme that will set your hearts on fire. Work together with your sweetheart to uncover clues, solve puzzles and riddles, and eventually escape before time runs out.

2) Splinters Axes & Ales~ An Axe-citing Date

Splinters Axes & Ales is a great spot for a Valentine’s Day date with your sweetheart! If you’re sexy and ready to throw it, head over to Splinters for some real fun with your Valentine. Add a little competitive fun to your Valentine’s date as you look to see who will hit the first bullseye. Whoever loses has to buy the winner a drink from the bar!

3) Smash N Bash~ Let Loose

Looking for a place to let loose and have fun with your Valentine? Check out Smash N Bash! At Smash N Bash, you and your sweetheart can let loose in a rage room and smash all the things or get creative together in a splatter paint or fluid art room. A Valentine’s date to Smash N Bash is a great time and you’ll love letting loose together.

Outdoor Adventures

You don’t have to spend Valentine’s Day inside! Check out these fun outdoor adventures that are perfect for a Valentine’s date.

1) Fort Worth Stockyards Stables & Horseback Riding~ Romance on Horseback

If you’re looking to enjoy the beauty of nature with your Valentine, consider a horseback ride with Fort Worth Stockyards Stables. You and your sweetheart will enjoy a fun horse ride with beautiful scenery. Feeling the wind in your hair, holding the reins, and enjoying nature and skyline views with your Valentine is truly an amazing experience.

2) Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge~ Sweetheart Hike

The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge is the perfect spot for a sweetheart hike with your Valentine. You’ll find more than just great hiking and scenic views at the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. Make sure to check out the bison! You can also pack a romantic picnic and find the perfect spot to relax together away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Crafty & Cool

Make more than just memories with a Valentine’s date to one of these romantic spots. Get your hands dirty and get crafty together.

1) Board & Brush~ DIY Romance

Ready to get crafty with your Valentine? Head to Board & Brush, where you and your sweetheart can pick your own project and create not only memories together but also a fun wooden craft project. You can choose to make a project together, make your own project, or make a project together.

2) Rug Ratz~ Yarn Going to Love It

If you want to give rug tufting a shot, it can be a really fun Valentine’s Day date with your sweetheart. You can pick your own design and colors and then get busy crafting your very own rug. A Rug Ratz date is a bit outside of the box but always fun.

3) Pendergrass Pottery~ Clay Together, Stay Together

You know what they say, couples who clay together stay together. Ok, maybe they don’t say that, but they should. Plan a Valentine’s Day date at Pendergrass Pottery for you and your sweetheart where you will have a chance to get your hands in some clay and makes some pottery (and special memories) together.

Budget Friendly

A romantic Valentine’s date doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these ideas that will make both your Valentine and your wallet happy.

1) Picnic in the Park~ A Picnic For Two

We know that a great Valentine’s Day date doesn’t have to break the bank. Pack a picnic and head to one of the many great parks in Fort Worth for a romantic picnic for two with your Valentine. We recommend Trinity Park, Airfield Falls Conservation Park, and Gateway Park.

2) Coffee Date~ Hot & Steamy

A coffee date is another great option for a Valentine’s date that won’t break the bank. Fort Worth has lots of great coffee spots. Check out our favorites here. You’re sure to find a coffee shop that has just the vibe you are looking for. Love Local is a great choice with it’s name, incredible coffee, and great art from local artists.

3) Public Art~ Outdoor Art for the Heart

Fort Worth has some great public art. These murals and sculptures are typically free to visit and can make for a super fun Valentine’s date activity. Go on a scavenger hunt for public art with your Valentine and make sure to snap a picture with each piece of public art you find. You definitely want to include Inspiration Alley, “Love the Fort Worth the Love” mural, and the Tabachin Ribbon.

Valentine’s At Home

You don’t have to leave home to have a romantic and memorable Valentine’s Day. Check out these ideas that will allow you to enjoy all the romance of Valentine’s Day from the comfort (and privacy) of your own home.

1) Private Chef~ Restaurant Quality Food At Home

You don’t have to leave the comfort of home to have a great Valentine’s date. Hire a private chef and let them prepare restaurant quality food in your kitchen. Enjoy a meal from a private chef for exceptional food (catered specifically to your taste and dietary restrictions) and a luxurious experience. Chef at Your Service and Comfort Cooks are some of our favorites.

2) Massage~ Relaxation & Pampering

You and your Valentine deserve a little relaxation and pampering. Hire a mobile masseuse or masseur for a couple’s massage and you will be able to enjoy that relaxation from the comfort of your own home. You won’t even have to deal with the stress of traffic. We recommend Soothe & Blys.

No matter which spot or activity you choose, you’re sure to have a great Valentine’s Day. If none of the ideas in this blog seem quite right for your Valentine, check out our date ideas page for even more ideas. With over 300 romantic spots and over 140 date ideas, Romantic Spots Fort Worth is here to make planning your Valentine’s Day a breeze.