For many, Valentine’s Day is one of those love/hate holidays. We love the food and quality time with those we care about, but sometimes the hype and planning for a special evening can get overwhelming. To help you out, here are our top picks for a swanky (and straightforward) V-Day date night:

• Ella Dining Room and Bar – $135 per person, 4 courses + 1 bottle of Champagne; Contemporary American
• The Firehouse – $125 per person, 5 courses; Californian
• Grange – $89 per person, 4 courses; Californian
• Delta King – Pilothouse – $79 per person, 3 courses; Californian
• plan b Restaurant – $70 per person, 4 course; French
• Esquire Grill – $65 per person ; American
• Cabana Winery and Bistro – $30 per person, 4 courses; Californian

Note: These options are for special Prix Fix Valentine’s Day Menus, and may have specific seating times. Call for reservations.