Valentine’s Day has always had a special spot in my heart — mostly because it’s a guilt-free excuse to eat an absurd amount of food. Forget the flowers and chocolates — the real love language is a decadent meal. So go ahead, treat yourself and your special someone to a culinary experience that’s guaranteed to make your heart (and stomach) swoon!
Fortunately, McKinney and Allen offer an impressive array of restaurants that make planning a memorable Valentine's Day celebration a breeze. You’ll definitely find the perfect spot to impress your date and make the evening unforgettable.
As of this moment, these spots still have reservations available, but don’t wait too long — they’ll fill up fast!
Here’s Local Profile’s handpicked selection of the best restaurants in McKinney and Allen to elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration:
Lone Star Winery with Chef Darren McGrady
1503 Silverlake Road, McKinney
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What To Expect
Guests will be welcomed with a glass of premium sparkling wine, followed by heavy-passed hors d'oeuvres. A four-course dinner prepared by Royal Chef Darren McGrady will be paired with four Ranch Wines, complemented by live music from a local artist. The 2025 dinner menu includes za’atar and lemon asparagus velouté with pomegranate pearls and feta, a strawberry, hearts of palm, blue cheese and candied walnut salad with Champagne emulsion, and Valentine’s sorbet. The main course features deconstructed beef wellington with madeira wine sauce, parmesan and garlic cream dauphinoise potatoes and ratatouille. For dessert, enjoy bread and butter pudding with salted caramel sauce, vanilla bean crème anglaise and berry compote.
Why You Should Go
Chef Darren McGrady was the personal chef to Princess Diana and the British Royal Family for 15 years and has also cooked for five U.S. presidents. For over a decade, he has delighted guests with exceptional menus, perfectly paired with Lone Star Winery’s “Ranch Wines” Collection at the upcoming Valentine’s event. This year, he will celebrate the final chapter of this cherished tradition at the beautiful home of winery owners Ron and Deanna Ross, before embarking on new adventures at The Triple R Ranch & Winery.
Harvest at the Masonic
215 N Kentucky St, McKinney
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What To Expect
While Harvest does not have a set Valentine’s menu, this restaurant — one of the most romantic in the city — serves up wonderful dishes every night. From top to bottom, Harvest offers a delicious menu, but some dishes truly stand out. Among our personal favorites are the sweet potato hummus, deviled eggs and pan-roasted redfish. The braised short rib, served with cauliflower and potato mash, is a standout, as is the chicken fried steak, paired with sour cream mashed potatoes and pepper pan gravy.
Why You Should Go
For years, Harvest has been a cornerstone of the McKinney dining scene, renowned for its farm-to-table cuisine and commitment to sourcing ingredients sustainably from nearby farmers — now it’s Michelin-recommended. In 2023, the farm-to-table restaurant packed up its veggies and moved from its old Louisiana Street location to a 19th-century, three-story building that used to be a Masonic lodge. Guess they figured the secret to great food was hidden in those old bricks. I think they were right.
Bob's Steak & Chop House
7220 State Hwy 121, McKinney
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What To Expect
Lobster and lamb and ribeye. Oh my! This iconic steakhouse brings the best of Bob’s Steak & Chop House to the table. Settle in and indulge in USDA Prime steaks, perfectly paired with craft cocktails, decadent sides and a curated wine list — all served with the authentic touch that’s made Bob’s a legend (and perfect for Valentine’s Day).
Why You Should Go
Since 1993, Bob’s Steak & Chop House has been serving up top-notch quality, tradition, and authenticity, all while making sure you’re comfortable enough to loosen that belt. Now, they’ve brought their legendary steaks and chops to the McKinney location — because why should Dallas have all the fun?
Landon Winery
101 North Kentucky Street, McKinney
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What To Expect
Prepare for a special evening full of romance and indulgence at Landon Winery. Wear your finest red attire and enjoy a delectable four-course menu curated by chef Michael Mantilla, perfectly paired with premium Landon wines selected by Bob Landon and Winemaker Jason Dodson. The menu includes creamy blue crab dip with crostinis, a mixed green salad with fresh fruit, feta, and balsamic vinaigrette, herb-crusted stuffed garlic prime rib and cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries and vanilla bean crème fraîche. The cost is $99 per person ($79 for wine club members).
Why You Should Go
Founded in 2005, Landon Winery is renowned for producing distinctive, award-winning wines. With tasting rooms across North Texas, Landon Winery continues to deliver world-class wines in a welcoming environment. Bob Landon’s vision, from the first tasting room in downtown McKinney, was to create a top-tier wine-tasting experience, a goal that has earned the winery numerous accolades and recognition as one of the country’s finest producers.
Andreas Prime Steaks and Seafood
610 W Bethany Dr, Allen
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What To Expect
Enjoy a luxurious 3-course Valentine’s dinner for $150 per person. Start with Eastern Islands Oysters Rockefeller or lamb meatballs. For the second course, choose between Andreas salad or lobster bisque. For the main course, select Chilean sea bass or Tournedos Rossini (add $20) with filet mignon, foie gras, and truffles. Sides include green beans or Boursin truffle mashed potatoes. Finish with a dessert choice of flourless chocolate cake, pistachio entremet, or pavlova with Luxardo cherries.
Why You Should Go
With over 40 years of expertise, spanning from Europe to Manhattan to Palm Beach, chef Andreas Kotsifos is a master of prime steaks and fresh seafood. His Texas journey includes impressive stints as executive chef at The Palm in Dallas and the chef and owner of Across the Street Bistro in Corsicana. Now, he brings his exceptional talents and passion for fine dining to Allen.
Canyon Texas Kitchen
777 Watters Creek Drive, Allen
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What To Expect
This Valentine’s Day, treat your sweetheart to a special 4-course dinner at Canyon Texas Kitchen, featuring an exclusive prix fixe menu crafted for the occasion. Begin your evening with a decadent, multi-course meal, then head to the private lounge where you'll be serenaded by guitar duo Shayne Green and John Wynn. Afterward, relax with a dessert assortment and a complimentary glass of dessert sparkling wine. The menu includes butternut squash bisque, roasted beet salad, pan-seared scallops, honey lavender duck breast, filet mignon and spiced poached pear.
Why You Should Go
If you’re not keen on making the drive back home after a delicious dinner, why not turn your evening into a relaxing getaway? Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Watters Creek is hosting a special Valentine’s dinner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to book a room and enjoy a memorable meal without the hassle of travel. After savoring a wonderful dinner, you can retreat to your comfortable room for a cozy and stress-free night. Treat yourself and your Valentine to a perfect evening of great food and relaxation all in one place.
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Don’t want to love to stop here? Check out Local Profile’s guide to Valentine’s Day in Plano, Frisco and Dallas.
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