Valentine's Day: Food, Flowers, Candy, Local Staycations & More

Jan 27, 2026 08:59AM ● By Elise Renaud

Valentine’s Day is Saturday, February 14. That is coming up quicker than you think, and if you’re looking for a place to have a romantic dinner, here are the some places to go in the Upper Valley. If dinner isn't on the menu, check out our flower and candy spots and even a list of local staycation spots.

Restaurant's

Molly’s Restaurant & Bar

Molly’s Restaurant & Bar in Hanover, NH, is open on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. until midnight. The menu consists of everything from seasonal salads and sandwiches to woodfire pizza and juicy burgers. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations but does do call-ahead seating. Learn more here.

Simon Pearce

Simon Pearce in Quechee, VT, has a bar and dining room. The menu features “fresh local ingredients, thoughtfully prepared creative American cuisine is served with the backdrop of the Ottauquechee River waterfall and covered bridge,” the website said. It is open on Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Make a reservation here.

Elixir Restaurant

The Elixir Restaurant in White River Junction, VT, provides “a unique dining experience; Taking pride in distinctive dishes, craft cocktails, and quality service at an affordable price,” the website said. It is open Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn more and make a reservation here.

Pine Restaurant

Pine Restaurant in Hanover, NH, offers "an ever-evolving menu featuring dishes from around the world without ever forgetting our New England roots," the website said. It serves dinner on Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m Learn more and view the menu here.

Ramunto’s Brick and Brew Pizza

Ramunto’s Brick and Brew Pizza in Hanover, NH, has delicious hand-crafted pizzas, calzones and stromboli. If you want to stay in for Valentine’s Day, take out is an option. Learn more here.

Murphy’s On The Green

Murphy’s On The Green in Hanover, NH, serves salads, pastas, steak, and fish using fresh ingredients. On Saturdays, the restaurant serves lunch from noon to 3 p.m., dinner from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and drinks are served from noon to 12:30 a.m. Learn more here.