When it comes to celebrating Valentine’s Day, there’s no need to reinvent the wheel — sometimes all it takes to make it memorable is a box of chocolates and a thoughtful meal.
Luckily, there’s a Valentine’s Day dinner that matches each zodiac sign’s personality to a T, which means you can easily plan the night around your birth chart.
If you have a lot of water sign energy swimming around in there, then it might mean you’ll lean towards comforting and nostalgic food. If you’re a fire sign, you’ll probably want to drop a pretty penny on a surf and turf dinner that feels extra fancy.
If you’re coupled up with an earth sign, a meal that’s as dependable as they are could be the way to go. And if you or your partner is an air sign, then something fun and light might be in order. Using these hints could help direct you to the perfect restaurant for the holiday.
Speaking of, the setting could also play into their personality. Certain zodiac signs will absolutely want to go to a fine dining establishment on Valentine’s Day while others might prefer to create more intimate vibes at home. Ready for some inspo? Here’s each zodiac sign’s ideal Valentine’s Day meal.
Aries (March 20 – April 18)
Aries never pass up an opportunity to enjoy a fancy meal, so if you’re letting your ram partner choose the Valentine’s Day dinner this year, don’t be surprised if they select a restaurant with an impressive steak offering.
This fire sign likes to live life to the fullest, so they’ll definitely want to go all-out to celebrate the holiday. This V-Day, find a restaurant with a full menu where you can order appetizers, mains, drinks, and desserts.
Taurus (April 19 – May 19)
Ruled by beauty-focused Venus, Taureans strive to live in the lap of luxury and enjoy life’s pleasures as much as possible. For that reason, consider choosing a restaurant that has caviar on the menu, because nothing appeals to the earth sign’s tastebuds more than a delicacy.
It could also be fun to stay in and sample caviar. (Taurus is a homebody, after all.) Go to your fanciest grocery store and pick out a couple of cans, then design a cheese board with olives, chips, crackers — and the caviar, of course. Make sure you also pop some bubbly.
Gemini (May 20 – June 19)
A social sign like Gemini deserves a meal they can share with their partner, which is why an assorted taco dinner is ideal for this air sign. It means you can trade bites and share sides. A taco night would work perfectly, but it would also be super cute to go through a drive-thru together. Park somewhere nice and share salsa as you talk about your love.
Cancer (June 20 – July 21)
As the hopeless romantics of the zodiac, Valentine’s Day is like the Super Bowl for Cancers. It’s why this water sign will want to order a nice spaghetti dinner on Feb. 14, hoping they’ll score a Lady And The Tramp-style spaghetti kiss. Of course, it would also warm a Cancer’s heart to try to make a new pasta dish at home. Chances are they have 100 different cookbooks they’ve been dying to dive into.
Leo (July 22 – Aug. 21)
Leos can’t resist the allure of fancy things and expensive price tags, which means this fire sign won’t settle for anything less than a lobster dinner at the nicest restaurant in town — bonus points if the table is surrounded by candles and flowers.
While some Leos might like the idea of staying home with their beloved, they’re more likely to want to dress up and go out to eat. This sun-ruled sign will want to show off their love for all to see.
Virgo (Aug. 22 – Sept. 21)
As a practical earth sign, a Virgo will think about logistics on Valentine’s Day. If you or your partner have Virgo placements in your chart, then you might not want to join the crowds in busy restaurants — and really, who could blame you?
It’s why staying in and cooking a salmon dish could feel just right. Virgos will appreciate that it’s easy to make, packed with nutrients, and easy to clean up.
Libra (Sept. 22 – Oct. 21)
Libras will always pick the meal that’s most likely to make their Instagram followers jealous, and what’s more enviable than a piping hot flambé? It’s bougie, it’s unique, and the IG Story will be fire — literally.
As a fun-loving air sign, Libras will 100% want to go out on the town to see and be seen, so this is something you’ll want to order versus making at home. Another option? A sizzling fajita in a Mexican restaurant that’ll turn heads as it arrives at your table.
Scorpio (Oct. 22 – Nov. 20)
Oysters are natural aphrodisiacs, which is why sensual Scorpios will want to order them as an appetizer. As a water sign, you love to feel close and connected to your partner on Valentine’s Day, and you might even joke about “getting ready” for the night ahead. It doesn’t matter if you order them as a joke or because you genuinely love seafood — it’ll send a steamy message to your partner.
Sagittarius ( Nov. 21 – Dec. 20)
A well-traveled sign like fiery Sagittarius is sure to order a fun dish that reminds them of their many adventures, like paella. It’s the perfect meal to enjoy while you swap stories with your date or show off pictures on your phone. Plus, it’s easily split between two people, which is always a plus for V-Day.
Capricorn (Dec. 31 – Jan. 18)
No one appreciates a classic mac and cheese dish more than a Capricorn. As a sturdy earth sign, Caps know a thing or two about being reliable, and the comfort food staple is guaranteed to feel warm and nostalgic in all the best ways. Once you get your hearty meal in, you’ll be ready for whatever the rest of Valentine’s Day has to offer.
Aquarius (Jan. 19 – Feb. 17)
While other couples choose to spend their V-Days sharing romantic pasta dishes and splitting pricy bottles of wine, Aquarians prefer to do things a little differently. In sticking with their unconventional air sign personalities, ordering a pizza and treating Feb. 14 like it’s any other Wednesday could be the way to go. To lean into the holiday spirit, make yours at home in the shape of a heart.
Pisces (Feb. 18 – March 19)
As a water sign, it’s only fitting for Pisces to be treated to a sushi dinner on Valentine’s Day. There’s a good chance sushi tops the list as one of your favorite foods. Plus, some restaurants can really get creative with their presentation, which you’ll appreciate as one of the more artistic zodiac signs.
Additional reporting by Carolyn Steber.
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