With its charming downtown adorned with twinkling lights and cozy cafes, Harrisonburg sets the stage for an intimate evening to share with your Valentine. Couples can indulge in locally sourced cuisine at one of the city’s renowned farm-to-table restaurants, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Whether enjoying a candlelit dinner in a historic building or savoring artisanal dishes in a quaint bistro, Harrisonburg’s culinary scene provides the perfect ambiance for celebrating love and creating cherished memories with your Valentine.
Our Top Valentine’s Day Restaurants in Harrisonburg:
- The Local Chop & Grill House
- The Joshua Wilton House
- Bella Luna Wood-Fired Grill
- Clementine
- Capital Ale House
The Local Chop & Grill House

Share a meal with your Valentine in Downtown Harrisonburg’s historically renovated City Produce Exchange Building for an intimate and memorable evening together. Creative seasonal cocktails incorporate fresh ingredients and hand-crafted elements, and you can choose from more than 162 wines. Fresh, hand-selected, seasonal ingredients add local flavor to carefully prepared dishes centered around high quality steaks and chops, organically raised poultry, house-made charcuterie, organically grown seasonal produce, and fresh baked goods.
One of the best restaurants in Harrisonburg and the surrounding Shenandoah Valley area. Amazing service and delicious food. My favorite is the local steaks that get featured as specials. Fish is always cooked perfectly and the Mac and cheese is the best side you can get.
Zack B
The Joshua Wilton House

Sharing a meal in the beautiful, historic Victorian home in Harrisonburg is the epitome of romance. Share outstanding signature craft cocktails and savor farm-to-table dishes in a fairy-tale setting. Special requests are welcome and allow you to tailor your evening to create a Valentine’s Day you will remember for years to come.
Evening meal was fabulous! The spinach salad was loaded with glazed pecans and the Rosemary bread was warm and delicious. Rockfish with fingerling potatoes and petite asparagus was cooked to perfection and plated beautifully. Dessert was a delight! Creme brulee that will bring you back for more!! Stellar service and cozy ambiance. Elegant experience all the way!
Linda K.
Bella Luna Wood-Fired Grill

The hand-crafted, farm-fresh food and warm, inviting environment at Bella Luna creates a wonderful atmosphere for a special meal. Bella Luna is located in the historic Livery Building in downtown Harrisonburg and offers wood-fired pizzas, hand-made pastas, fresh seasonal salads and sandwiches, and delectable desserts. Tantalize your palate with a wide selection of local microbrews and hard ciders on tap, or indulge in wines and artisan cocktails.
Great pizza. Great crust. Great service. I’ve often found it hard to find a good pizza place but thankfully was able to check out Bella Luna. I’d heard it was good and found that to be true. I was able to park for free in a garage across the street and get seated immediately. The setting is very relaxed and casual, so a good place for family and friends. And the food is delicious. We started off with fried oysters and fried green tomatoes, and then having a sausage pizza as well as a pumpkin pizza (seasonal but absolutely delicious). We left very satisfied with big smiles on our faces.
Scott W.
Clementine

Clementine is the gem of the culinary district of downtown Harrisonburg, VA in the building which formerly housed the Strand Theater. This locally owned bistro is an upscale American restaurant with a unique and enchanting atmosphere. Live music and delicious, distinctive fare complemented by fresh, delicious cocktails make for a lively and romantic evening for you and your Valentine.
I love the environment of the restaurant–artistic. There was a jazz performance presented by different bands. Many nice paintings are on the wall. Food was tasty and good cocktails selections. One surprise is their beautiful restroom, never see such a spacious and well decorated one for a restaurant.
C. Wang
Capital Ale House

Harisonburg’s Capital Ale House is located in the Court Square Theater in historic Downtown and creates an warm, inviting haven for you and your Valentine. In addition to a wide variety of high quality beers, lovers can enjoy a well executed menu that includes everything from salads, sandwiches, and finger foods to sophisticated steaks, seafood, and pastas. A great selection of wine and delicious cocktails round out an exceptional menu made for lovers everywhere.
We frequent Capital Ale on the regular and we love it! There are many options to choose from and they serve the full menu until they close, which is a bonus! The beer list is so impressive and changes seasonally so you always have exciting new options! The team at Capital are awesome, seriously so awesome. Everyone is so kind and accommodating, they always share their insights on the menu and help us find what is best for us….
Ladajah B.
Harrisonburg’s blend of cozy cafes, upscale restaurants, and intimate eateries provides an array of options to suit every couple’s taste. Whether indulging in farm-to-table cuisine, savoring international flavors, or enjoying local ingredients, Harrisonburg’s dining establishments offer a delightful culinary experience sure to ignite romance. Harrisonburg’s scenic surroundings and warm hospitality create a romantic ambiance, making it an ideal setting for couples to celebrate their love on Valentine’s Day.
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