New South Wales

The Deck
Relive the heart-racing, knee-wobbling euphoria of your first crush by releasing your inner child at Luna Park. Love is literally in the air as couples are invited to take a ride on the iconic Ferris Wheel for a romantic three-course dinner or more casual platters, high in the sky. If altitude isn’t your thing, The Deck is curating a bespoke three-course menu for $90pp down on terra firma. Or, there’s champagne and freshly-shucked oysters for $2.50.

1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point NSW 2061; info@thedecksydney.com or call (02) 9033 7670.

Bistrot Gavroche
No one nails romance quite like the French. Bistro Gavroche’s three course prix fixe menu covers off all the favourites, including grass-fed scotch fillet with Béarnaise sauce and French fries, and crepes suzette. Sit amid classic French bistro surrounds – including hand-painted tiled walls and a looming four-metre antique French silk weaver’s table – and enjoy a glass of Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne and a photo as a souvenir. $95pp.

Level 1, 2-10 Kensington Street, Chippendale; resv@bistrotgavroche.com.au. Note: There are two seatings at 5.30 and 8pm.

Banksii
A glass of Ruinart Rose champagne on arrival will help ease you into the mood at Banksii this Valentine’s Day. Hamish Ingham and Rebecca Lines’ (Bar H) botanicals-inspired 200-seat restaurant and vermouth bar at Barangaroo is offering a $140pp menu designed to share, with hits like their ocean trout rillettes with red pepper relish and charred endives; and sticky beef short ribs. End the night on a sweet note with the famous boozy Banskii trifle: vermouth sponge, burnt vanilla custard and rosella jelly.

33 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo; (02) 8072 7037

Icebergs Dining Room and Bar
Cool off with a cheeky dip before sitting down to a special set menu by executive chef Monty Koludrovic at this eastern Sydney institution. There’ll be music spinning by DJ Stefano Pierozzi to keep things upbeat. Includes freshly-shucked local oysters, organic risotto with blue swimmer crab, saffron and orange, and the famous Icebergs Pav.

1 Notts Ave, Bondi Beach, $175pp. 02 9365 9000, idrb.com

Victoria

Meat Market
Once the setting of your single days, scouring through hordes of singles, celebrate the end of an era spent at this riverside restaurant’s namesake with a glass of G.H Mumm Champagne on the most romantic night of the year. For $140 per couple, you’ll be treated to an intimate three-course sharing menu designed for carnivores.

5 Blackwood St, Melbourne; (03) 9329 9966

Cucinetta
Cosy up at this intimate South Yarra eatery with a stunning three-course Italian spread. There’s antipasti followed by choice of main (seafood, pasta, meat and vegetarian options are available) and desserts to share. The wine list covers off regional Italian and more local drops. $55pp.

4/3 Murphy St, South Yarra VIC , cucinettamelb.com.au/todays-menu.html

South Australia

Orana
Splash out celebrating Cupid’s day of days with a full journey with matching wines for $325pp at Jock Zonfrillo’s award-winning Adelaide restaurant. Orana shines the light on Indigenous ingredients, which you’ll taste over a sprawling menu kicking off with 10 bite-size snacks accompanied by a glass of Krug Grand Cuvee, before moving into four substantials and five desserts.

1/285 Rundle St, Adelaide; 08) 8232 3444

Queensland

Allium
Husband and wife duo James and Kylie Gallagher’s are making produce king at their recently opened Allium. The slick black and white interiors and fresh, produce-driven menu (lightly cured kingfish is paired with compressed cucumber and buttermilk, and green apple sorbet) will make it a night to remember. A six-course degustation with bubbles on arrival will set you back $120, or $180 with matched wines.

148 Merthyr Road, New Farm; (07) 3254 0595

Bacchus
Celebrate with your main squeeze at Southbank’s award-winning Bacchus Restaurant. Just try not to feel the love as you relax among rich chestnut and candlelit interiors. A glass of Gosset Champagne Grand Rose Brut NV is offered on arrival followed by a four-course degustation menu finished with petit fours and – in true The Bachelor style – a long stemmed rose. $169pp.

Podium Level, Rydges South Bank, Grey & Glenelg Sts., South Brisbane; (07) 3364 0843

Deer Duck Bistro
Arguably one of Brisbane’s most romantic restaurants, Deer Duck Bistro is offering the ultimate swoon-fest via a five-course degustation that includes a complimentary glass of champagne. Enjoy modern European plates by candlelight for $125pp. 396 Milton Rd, Auchenflower QLD; 07 3870 8482

Canberra

Pialligo Estate
Treat your date to a four-course degustation-style dinner with sommelier-paired wines (or unlimited beers and non-alcoholic beverages) for $195pp at this intimate farmhouse in Pialligo. There’s entertainment and a photo-booth photographer on hand to capture any special moments. Or, the Gardens Pavilions is serving a fresh four-course shared menu with a bottle of sparkling, unlimited beer and non-alcoholic beverages, live entertainment and a photo booth for $175 pp.

18 Kallaroo Rd, ACT; (02) 6247 6060

Buvette Bistro & Wine Bar
At the French-leaning Buvette inside the 5 Star Hotel Realm in Barton, you’ll be able to spoon-feed your dearly beloved over five decadent courses, including a glass of Piper-Heidsieck Rosé Champagne. We suggest booking a room so you can both roll straight into bed, Marie Antoinette-style. $110pp.

18 National Circuit, Barton ACT, (02) 6163 1818

The Boat House
Scenes don’t come more romantic than the Boat House by Lake Burley Griffin in Barton. This Valentine’s Day, they’re plating up a six course degustation menu for $150pp. Or, up the ante with their Romance Package: two degustation dinners, a bottle of G.H.Mumm and a guaranteed window table for $410 per couple.

Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive, Barton; (02) 6273 5500

Western Australia

Bistro Guillaume
Inspired by the great bistros of Paris, the breezy French provincial dining spaces and stunning interiors at Bistro Guillaume at the Crown complex in Burswood is offering a sumptuous, French three courses from $110pp.

Crown Perth, Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood WA 6100/ 1800 953 435

C Restaurant
Take it to the sky with C Restaurant’s sweeping views over the city and Swan River over a romantic two or three-course lunch with amuse bouche from $55/$70pp. Or, opt for a dazzling evening with the city’s skylights as your backdrop over three courses and amuse bouche at $159 per person. Head chef Frantisek Ilizi works with local WA producers to serve up the state on a plate. There’s high tea on offer, too.

Level 33, 44 St Georges Terrace, Perth; (08) 9220 8333 or make a booking online.