Whether you have a special someone or you are celebrating your single life, Downtown Albany has something to offer everyone this Valentine’s Day!

Great Dining!

·         11 North Pearl Event Centre (518-229-5109, 11northpearlevents.com)

o   Valentine’s Day Dinner by Classé Catering on Friday, February 12^th at 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., $150 per couple (plus tax and tip)

·         Angel’s Café (518-426-4104, angelsbedandbreakfast.com) – JUST ADDED!

o   Special monthly Brunch menu on Sunday, February 14^th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

·         Dale Miller (518-694-3322, dalemillerrestaurant.com)

o   Valentine’s Four-Course Menu from Friday, February 12^th – Monday, February 15^th, $75 per person (plus tax and tip). NOTE: The regular menu will not be available February 14^th

·         Franklin’s Tower (518-431-1920, franklinstower.com)

o   Valentine’s Day Four-Course Menu on Friday, February 14^th, $45 per person, includes a complimentary glass of champagne

·         Jack’s Oyster House (518-465-8854, jacksoysterhouse.com)

o   Romantic specials have been added to the regular menu, from Friday, February 12^th – Sunday, February 14^th, including: Sweetheart Chicken Albany, Red Lips, and Cloud Nine.  Also, all entrees come with a Croque Monsieur chopped salad

·         La Serre (518-463-6056, laserrealbany.com) – JUST ADDED!

o   Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menu including: champagne toast, lobster ravioli with “sweetheart” pink sauce, Caesar salad, beef tournedos and crab-stuffed prawns, and a selection from the dessert cart on Sunday, February 14^th from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., $129 per couple (plus tax and tip). Regular a-la-carte menu will also be served.

·         Marché at 74 State (518-434-7410, 74state.com)

o   Valentine’s Weekend Prix-Fixe Dinner on Friday, February 12^th and Saturday, February 13^th, $59 per person (plus applicable tax and gratuities)

o   Valentine’s Day Wine Dinner on Sunday, February 14^th at 6:00 p.m., $74 per person (plus applicable taxes and gratuities)

·         Yono’s Restaurant (518-436-7747, yonosrestaurant.com)

o   Six-Course Tasting Menu from Friday, February 12^th – Sunday, February 14^th, $85 per person

o   Valentine’s Day Special Menu on Sunday, February 14^th, $65 for three course, $77 for four courses (plus tax and tip)

Great Retail & Services!

·         Albany Institute of History & Art Museum Shop (518-463-4478, albanyinstitute.org)

o   Special Valentine’s Day gift selections

·         Cravings (518-427-2912)

o   20% off Dipped Strawberries and 10% off Boxed Chocolates

·         Salon 109 (518-463-7161, salon109.info)

o   For every $50 gift certificate purchased, receive a gift certificate for $60 (a $10 savings!)  

Great Entertainment!

·         Empire State Plaza (518-473-0559, ogs.state.ny.us)

o   Valentine Expo on the South Concourse, Thursday, February 11^th from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

·         Palace Theatre (518-465-3334, palacealbany.com)

o   The Valentine’s Soul Jam – featuring The Stylistics, The Emotions, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, and Blue Magic, Friday, February 12^th at 8:00 p.m.

o   Comedy Battle of the Sexes  - featuring Bobby Slayton, Thea Vidale, Steve Caouette, and Tina Giorgi, Saturday, February 13^th at 8:00 p.m.

·         Pearl Street Pub & Dirty Martini Lounge (518-694-3100, pearlstreetpub.com)

o   1^st Annual “True” Singles Valentine’s Day Cocktail Party, Sunday, February 14^th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Great Hospitality!

·         74 State (518-434-7410, 74state.com)

o   Sip, Savor, & Relax Package – Book a King Size Fireplace room any Thursday – Sunday and receive 2 drinks at Bar at 74 as well as dinner for 2 at Marché for a special rate of $279 per night.  Reference promotion code: ILNYG.

·         Crowne Plaza (518-462-6611, cpalbany.com)

o   Romantic Getaway Package: With your deluxe, overnight accommodations, you will also be treated to a bottle of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, and a complimentary breakfast for two.