By Maryssa Helmi

Before Midnight: The Valentine’s Day 2026 Dining Shortlist

For the talkers, the dreamers, and the girls.
THIRTY8, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

When the month of love rolls around, the pressure to curate the perfect, romantic evening usually follows suit. There’s criteria to consider—and gifts to remember—but it’s all worth it for that special someone in our lives. So whether you’re planning a grand, sky-high gesture for your closest confidant, a casual afternoon affair, or a Galentine’s outing, we’re helping to make things easy by rounding up the best Valentine’s Day dinners in KL to book.

This year, the city’s dining scene is showing up for the occasion with everything from moody “Upper East Side” and KLCC views to sun-drenched heritage buffets. With a selection of music-backed evenings as well, there are plenty of options for date night this year—for even the choosiest of partners. Keep reading for our edit of the Valentine’s Day experiences worth a spot on your (and your partner’s) radar.

The Best Restaurants for Valentine’s Day 2026

Le Midi, Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre

Skip the pavement chaos and head straight to the 32nd floor at the Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur. Le Midi offers a sanctuary from the city bustle, complete with a sophisticated 5-course Parisian menu and romantic skyline views. From truffle-scented roasted chicken to the “Golden Finale” saffron flan, you’ll have plenty of excuses to keep your eyes off your phone and on each other. Handling the icebreaker, nothing says “I love you” like a complimentary glass of Pink Mimosa.

Date: 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, 14 February

Address: Level 32, Crowne Plaza Kuala Lumpur City Centre, No. 22, Menara 8, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kampung Baru, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM530 per couple

Arthur’s Bar & Grill, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur

For those who find candlelit dinners a bit too cliché, opt for the moody, low-lit glamour of Arthur’s Bar & Grill. Channelling a late-night Manhattan romance, the table features seared queen scallops with caviar, and a choice between wagyu striploin and pan-seared turbot. And ending the night on a high note, no Valentine’s date is complete without a decadent chocolate dessert to share. 

Date: 6 pm to 10 pm, 14 February

Address: Level 1, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM230 per person for food only, from RM420 per person for food and wine pairing

THIRTY8, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

This one’s for the true romantics out there. THIRTY8 at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur turns dinner into a sentimental, amorous narrative with “Love Letter”—a 6-course menu where each dish represents a chapter of a relationship. From the initial “seal” of fresh oysters and celeriac tartlets to a main course of slow-roasted, spicy lamb, the evening table is a culinary sestina. Adding a tactile and nostalgic puppy-love touch to a night of Boston lobster and uni chawanmushi, diners can even hand-write a message to their partner at the dedicated stationery corner. 

Date: 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm, 14 February

Address: Level 38, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, 12, Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM1,288 per couple

Feast at FIFTY1, Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur

If you love dinners with a view, Feast at FIFTY1 offers a culinary 5-course ballad under the stars, featuring plates like Sakoshi Bay oysters and foie gras. Aptly dubbed “Moonlit Serenade”, they’ve also taken the liberty of solving the “did you remember to buy flowers?” panic by sending you home with a complimentary bouquet of roses. With toasts and a glittering skyline, it’s the perfect backdrop for fun date-night chemistry.

Date: 6 pm to 10 pm, 13 & 14 February

Address: Level 51, Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur, 15 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Price: RM1,000 per couple

Tuai + Till, Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur

For the couple that prefers sunny, breezy lunches over evening dinners, the Hearts & Harvest buffet at Tuai + Till is the move. Forget the pressure of a quiet dining room, and bond over cracking into chilli mud crabs and sharing slices of Sarawak pepper-crust rib eye. To celebrate Valentine’s without the late-night fatigue—but with all the flavour—here’s the ideal family-friendly, lunch-time affair.

Children aged 5 and below dine for free. Senior citizens aged 60 and above dine with 50% off.

Date: 12 pm to 3 pm, 14 & 15 February

Address: Level 3, Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur, Lingkaran TRX, Tun Razak Exchange, 55188 Kuala Lumpur

Price: RM198 per adult, RM99 per child (aged 6-12) 

Sabayon, EQ 

Head to Sabayon for a setting that matches the special occasion. Made for a full-scale celebration, offering everything from a 4-course lunch and 5-course dinner, to a romantic private terrace meal directly facing the Twin Towers, a Valentine’s spent here is nothing short of a grand gesture. The menu highlights seasonal premium picks like Hokkaido scallops, bluefin tuna and Japanese strawberries, while the exclusive outdoor dining package handles the post-dinner logistics for you, with an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, plus breakfast for two the next morning. 

Date: 13 to 15 February

Address: Level 51, EQ, Equatorial Plaza, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM1,288 per couple for lunch, from RM2,688 per couple for dinner, from RM5,888 per couple for the Exclusive Outdoor Dining Package

Three X Co

Having recently secured the No. 15 spot on Asia’s Best Bars 2025 list, Three X Co teams up with Korean fragrance house BORNTOSTANDOUT and Solisca Tequila for a Valentine’s collaboration about personal identity and self-expression—key to any lasting relationship. The star of the show is a signature cocktail inspired by the cult-favourite Drunk Lovers fragrance. For a low-profile, enticing date night, each guest who orders the Drunk Lovers cocktail receives a discount voucher and a mini Drunk Lovers perfume vial courtesy of Kens Apothecary.

Date: Now until the perfume sells out

Address: Lot T6A, Level 3, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur

The Lounge, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

If you’re craving a love like the movies, The Lounge at the Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur is offering a 5-course Italian-inspired feast accompanied by the soft and romantic melodies of a live pianist. The menu focuses on the “pleasure of shared discovery,” featuring hearty yet elegant plates of wagyu beef, truffles and diver scallops. Starting off with a glass of bubbles and leaving with a few thoughtful extras, including roses and chocolate pralines, it’s a date-night escape fit for couples who covet that classic Valentine’s feel.

Date: 6 pm to 10 pm, 14 February

Address: Level 6, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Price: RM800 per couple

Maria’s SteakCafe

@marias.steakcafe / Instagram

For those whose idea of a perfect date is “less frills, good food,” Maria’s SteakCafe keeps things refreshingly straightforward yet sweetly romantic. Known for their signature steaks and premium seafood, they’ve put together a seasonal menu that works just as well for a Galentine’s catch-up as it does for a dinner with that special someone. The highlight for the sweet tooths is their heart-shaped chocolate cheesecake—a once-a-year specialty for sharing the love. 

Date: 6 to 15 February

The Botanist Lounge & Bar, PARKROYAL COLLECTION

Bringing that classic Grover Washington Jr. soul to your Valentine’s plans, the “Just The Two Of Us” dinner at The Botanist Lounge & Bar swaps the city noise for live-band entertainment to soundtrack the night. For the cinematic romance of a slow dinner and soothing music, this 4-course dinner will be your pick.

Date: 6 pm to 10 pm, 14 February

Address: Lobby Level, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM488 per couple

Graze, Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Taking the guesswork out of date night, the elegant “Sinfonia d’Amore” 4-course degustation menu at Graze is a celebration centred on la dolce vita. Designed to let you talk to your partner, rather than spend the evening navigating a menu, it’s a solid choice for anyone looking for an intimate atmosphere where the food provides an easy, delicious backdrop to the real focus: each other.

Date: 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, 13 & 14 February

Address: Level 5, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, 3, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Price: from RM300 per person

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