Ideas for a Valentine’s Dinner in Solihull

From puddings to posh nosh to Portuguese…

If you’d love to whisk your partner away abroad but can’t justify the cost of flights and a stay in Europe, why not head to Porto Douro, Solihull’s Portuguese restaurant and pretend, for just one night, you’re in Portugal! They have an extensive menu including rib-eye steaks, Portuguese stews, lamb shank, chicken stroganoff, seabass, and stuffed peppers. Wash it down with enough Vinho Verde and you might forget which country you’re really in!

Afternoon tea is always a special treat, so that could be an option. You could celebrate Valentines in Solihull at Hogarths Hotel in Dorridge – they offer a selection of traditional sandwiches, such as smoked salmon and cream cheese, followed by an assortment of seasonal handmade cakes, such as forest fruit pavlova. Wash it down with tea, coffee, or something fizzy (and no, we weren’t thinking of a diet coke!).

If you’re feeling hot under the collar, maybe go for an Indian. The best rated Indian restaurant in Solihull on Trip Advisor is Lavang, on Old Lode Lane. Indulge in delicious sounding dishes like South Indian garlic king prawns, Bengal garlic chilli chicken, salmon tandoori masala or chilli paneer.

Any guesses which the romantic nation in the world is? Of course it’s Italy. If you’re feeling the Italian spirit, you could enjoy Valentines in Solihull at Carluccio’s in the town centre. Maybe start by sharing an antipasti board with delights such as Parma ham, chargrilled courgettes, roasted peppers & pesto, marinated prawns, olives & grissini. There’s a wide range of mains, sides and specials to select from, just make sure you leave a little room to finish off with something sweet, for your sweetheart!

If you want to push the boat out, you could see if you could get a table at the Michelin starred restaurant Grace & Savour at Hampton Manor in Hampton in Arden. They serve dinner on Wednesdays to Saturdays and their seasonal tasting menu is £165 (or £145 on Wednesdays if you decide to celebrate Valentine’s early).

Maybe your loved one has a sweet tooth? If so the way to their heart maybe to treat them to something sticky, sweet and gooey at the Little Dessert Shop in Solihull. Take your pick from waffles, crepes, pancakes, cakes, cookie doughs, milkshakes, and ice cream.

Wherever you choose to celebrate Valentines Day in Solihull we hope you love the food, and love the company you’re with.