Whether you’re dining solo or looking for a table for two, Wauwatosa offers a wide variety of ways to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day. You can romance your beau with fine chocolates and a romantic date night. Or make new memories with friends shopping for the perfect gift or trying a creative activity. Here are some starter ideas on ways you can share the love in Wauwatosa:
I’m In Love!
Maybe you’ve just met someone special. Or you’re looking to celebrate with your forever person. Either way, there’s a great way to spend time with your loved one in Wauwatosa!
Restaurants
There’s definitely some truth behind the phrase “the best way to the heart is through the stomach!” There are a bevy of romantic restaurants in Wauwatosa, but you’ll likely need a reservation for popular nights out, like Valentine’s Day. One of the more popular date night restaurants is Ristorante Bartolotta, but Valentine’s Day (or the day after) is the only way to take advantage of their special menu. If you didn’t already make reservations and you’re willing to table dinner plans for a later date, consider Eddie Martini’s for an incredible 1940s-style steakhouse experience.
Activities
If you and your partner consider yourself creative, you might want to try The Grey House Creative Market for Valentine’s Day Date Night. Then again, with charcuterie boards from The Village Cheese Shop and the opportunity to make a pair of cocktails together, even the not-so-creative couples would have fun too! Speaking of cocktails, there are some truly fun and romantic bars in Wauwatosa. Draft & Vessel brings an elevated aura to the after-dinner drinks experience, including a number of N/A options. Check out this blog if you’re looking for other date night ideas.
My Friends Are Everything
Whether you celebrate Galentine’s Day or just need a way to remind your friends they mean the world to you, Wauwatosa has a restaurant, activity, or shop that says “I love you thiiiiiis much!”
Restaurants
Nothing says BFF like a beloved brunch spot. Wauwatosa has you covered with the likes of Cranky Al’s (doughnuts, please!), Le Reve Patisserie & Café (don’t forget to check out the French pastries on your way out!), and Ally’s Powerhouse Café (add something sweet this holiday!).
Activities
There are some fun things taking place around Valentine’s Day for friends to spend quality time with each other. Shopping in The Village or strolling through the shopping district at 68th Street and Wells is always a win. Giving your artistic side a chance at Arte Wine and Painting Studio is sure create memories and leave you with a cherished keepsake … and their Valentine’s day “For The Love Of Wine” event is sure to deliver. A Valentine’s Day concert at CelticMKE Center gives friends the chance to gather for Ireland’s finest beers, local artisan chocolate, and folk music performed by Guinness & Chocolate featuring The Drowsy Lads.
Big Love For Littles
There might not be a love greater than your own children. And a surefire way to make a child happier is to offer them ice cream or frozen custard. From longtime classics like Gilles Frozen Custard to new shops like Joy Ice Cream Social, Wauwatosa is full of dessert shops – and smiles.
Activities
If you’ve got little ones and are looking for ways to explore Valentine’s Day activities with them, consider visiting The Little Village Play Café for story time and their specially themed play-based workshop.
Bonus: A Valentine Gift Guide
Looking for sweet treats and even sweeter gifts? Check out some of these lovely shops!
- Ultimate Confections Chocolates: Get your hand-dipped chocolates by the piece or the pound from this chocolatier.
- Tabal Chocolates: Products from this chocolatier are vegan, soy free, and gluten free.
- Salamander: This women’s boutique specializes in unique selections of clothing, jewelry, and gifts.
- Simma’s Bakery: This iconic bakery is best known for its award-winning cheesecake.
- Niemann’s Candy & Ice Cream: For more than 100 years, this iconic shop has been making homemade candies and ice cream from scratch.
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