Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be complicated, but it should feel considered. The difference between something that lands and something that misses often comes down to whether you paid attention. Not to trends or what’s supposed to be romantic, but to the person sitting across from you. This year, skip the expected. Think about what they actually reach for: the fragrance they wear on repeat, the spirit they pour when no one’s watching, the chocolate they don’t share, and the place they’ve been wanting to try but haven’t said out loud.
TheGlitz team has pulled together what’s worth your time this Valentine’s, from cakes that don’t taste like obligation to skin and beauty that feels personal, not generic. Apparel that fits the way they live, not the way a brand thinks they should. Plus, the spots in the city where an intimate evening actually feels intimate. We’ve done the legwork. Now it’s your turn to show up.
TOD’S T Timeless Shoulder Bag
Buy her this bag and she’ll forgive you for forgetting her birthday.
GUCCI
Give him the sneakers that say more about his taste than his words ever will.
TOD’S Ankle Boots
The boots she’ll wear until next Valentine’s.
The Loop Pivot Dress, BANANA Labs
A dress that pivots as fast as your Valentine’s Day plans do.
SWAROVSKI
This Valentine’s gift her the frames that catch the light as effortlessly as she does.
adidas Originals Tokyo
The trainers that work whether you’re running errands together or running late to dinner.
GUESS Watches
Guess Women’s Ginger Silver Watch The watch that doubles as jewelry so she never has to choose between the two.
Guess Men’s Connoisseur Grey Watch Give him the watch that looks like he’s had good taste for years, even if this is year one.
Frederique Constant Classics Carree Moonphase Automatic
The watch for men who know the difference between owning time and wasting it.
Herbelin Newport Chronograph
Give him the watch that says he’s arrived, even if he’s still figuring out where he’s going.
ATLANTIC WATCHES
Mark Valentine’s Day with Timeless Elegance from Atlantic Watches
Swarovski Idyllia Pendant
A pendant that catches light as beautifully as she does.
Tribe Amrapali Silver Triple Hearts Jeia Pendant
Three hearts that say what one Valentine’s card never could: you’re mine, you’ve always been mine, and I’m not letting go.
SMASHBOX Always On
The lipstick that lasts through dinner, cocktails, and whatever indiscretions follow.
TYPSY Pout Cloud
The lipstick that stays on through dinner, drinks, and whatever comes after.
La Pink Skincare and Perfume Combo
The gift that says you care about her skin as much as she does.
Meadow Shirt With Shorts Set, Nautanky
The outfit that does the heavy lifting when you’d rather be doing nothing at all.
Blue Lagoon Co-ord Set, Nautanky
The kind of outfit that makes you look like you tried, even when you didn’t.
HERBARIA Body Oil
The oil that makes her skin feel expensive without saying a word.
Crocs Valentine’s Day Collection
The gift for people who’ve outgrown uncomfortable shoes but not romance.
LOUIS STITCH
LOUIS STITCH Women’s Crossbody Sling Bag For her: the bag that carries everything she needs and still looks like she packed light.
LOUIS STITCH Burgundy Luxury Italian Silk Necktie Set For him: the tie that makes every room feel like he owns it, pocket square and all.
NAPPA DORI
For her: the Kisslock Bag or Holdster Mobile Sling. For him: the Dual Zip Leather Bag. All from the Mould Collection, timeless pieces they’ll carry long after this Valentine’s becomes a memory.
Amrut Mumbai Chi Maya
A whisky for couples who thrive on chaos and still choose each other at the end of the day.
P•TAL Copper Moscow Mule Mugs
The mugs that turn every drink into a ritual and every toast into a memory worth keeping.
Winston Grooming Tools
The gift for people who groom like they mean it, not like they’re running late.
fHair Valentine’s Day Haircare Edit
The gift that says you care about her confidence as much as she does, one good hair day at a time.
KALPRAAG
For the man who understands that tradition and style aren’t opposing forces – this Eklavya White Organza kurta set in timeless white works for intimate dinners, festive gatherings, and every occasion where he needs to look like he didn’t try too hard but absolutely did.
UNIQLO
For people who believe love should feel as comfortable as it looks.
BELAGIO Hearts & Roses Collection
Buy her the Choco Berry Heart with dark chocolate mousse and berry compote glazed in red with gold accents (Rs. 1690), or the Chocolate Truffle Rose crowned with an edible chocolate rose she’ll want to keep forever (Rs. 1990). Either way, she’ll remember this Valentine’s long after the chocolate’s gone.
Call Me Chunky Valentine’s Collection
Three flavors for three kinds of love: the one that consumes you, the one that melts you, and the one that leaves you speechless.
Madam Chocolate LOVE × CHOCOLATE Collection
Give her the Chocolate Raspberry Rose that flows with raspberry lava (Rs. 340), the Chocolate Truffle Heart layered with dark ganache (Rs. 340), or the Valentine’s Luxury Chocolate Box with a chocolate teddy holding heart-shaped balloons filled with strawberry, caramel, hazelnut, and Belgian truffle (Rs. 590). She’ll forgive you for last year’s flowers.
SMOOR Valentine’s Day Collection
From chocolate teddies that make her smile to dark chocolate bombs that melt into midnight hot cocoa, bouquets of chocolate roses, and hampers packed with truffles, cookies, and the signature Love Bar, SMOOR turns every Valentine’s moment into something she’ll remember long after the last bite.
Delice Valentine’s Collection at Novotel & ibis Bengaluru
Celebrate love with artisanal hampers, themed desserts, and handcrafted chocolates: the Signature Valentine Hamper (INR 2,999), indulgent Chocolate Box (INR 1,499), Celebration Box (INR 899), and classic Macaroons (INR 499), all wrapped in festive packaging that looks as good as it tastes.
DATE BITES – Bangalore Edit
Marriott Executive Apartments Bengaluru UB City
Marriott Executive Apartments Bengaluru UB City presents a quartet of Valentine experiences across its signature venues—each designed for different appetites, moods, and definitions of romance. From K-drama-inspired rooftop evenings to traditional banana-leaf feasts, the offerings span the spectrum of modern affection without losing sight of genuine hospitality.
Seoul Mate Night at The Roof (Feb 14, 7-11 PM) delivers Korean comfort fare, soju cocktails, and DJ sets against sweeping city views—perfect for couples fluent in K-culture. Table for Two and More at The Market (Feb 14, 7-11 PM, ₹2195+) expands the Valentine brief to friends and family with a lavish buffet, live counters, and cocktails like Love Potion No. 9. Love on a Leaf at Madras Kitchen (Feb 7-14, 12 PM-11 PM) honours South Indian tradition with banana-leaf set menus, filter coffee rituals, and subtle romantic flourishes.
A Little Love, To Go (Feb 7-14, 9 AM-9 PM) offers walk-in takeaway desserts—mini cakes, tarts, berry indulgences—ideal for office gifting or last-minute sweetness. Reservations: 9036054229 (Roof), 9036054276 (Market), 9036054585 (Madras Kitchen).
HILTON MANYATA BUSINESS PARK
Neo Kitchen, Hilton Manyata Business Park Neo Kitchen turns the focus to sisterhood this February 15 with a Galentine’s Day brunch built for genuine connection. The afternoon features an expansive gourmet spread and interactive stations, perfectly suited for the girls’ table. To keep the mood reflective, each table includes affirmation cards to inspire conversation alongside the meal from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
The price stands at INR 3150 plus taxes, with a 10 percent discount for guests who tag the hotel on social media. It is a refined way to celebrate the friends who make life richer. Reach out at +91 8171904081 or +91 8618956798 to reserve your spot. This is about honoring those long-term bonds over a truly thoughtful Sunday spread.
Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel’s Lush offers Valentine’s beneath open sky with two distinct approaches. The five-course set menu (₹14,999++) features Mutton Ki Galouti, Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Breast, and Executive Pastry Chef Manivannan Govindachari’s Gooey mud cake with raspberry jelly. Valentine cocktails throughout. For those preferring abundance, the dinner buffet (₹4,999++) delivers global fare and Red Velvet indulgences worth the second helping. February 14, 7-11 PM. Reservations: +91 89519 90194.
TAJ WEST END BANGALORE
LOYA at Taj West End delivers Valentine’s through Northern Indian heritage—slow-cooked depth, aromatic spice, dishes that linger beyond the evening. The curated menu opens with Gehat Nimbu Shorba, LOYA Kachori Chaat, and Dadim Jhinga paired with Sula Sauvignon Blanc.
Mains include Kafuli, Gosht Biryani, and Loya Murg Pyaza, elevated by Penfolds Shiraz Cabernet’s bold notes. Himpaat and Akhorot Halwa close with sparkling Moscato sweetness. Carved arches, stone jalees, flickering oil lamps—the setting matches the tradition on the plate. February 14, 12 PM-11:30 PM. ₹14,000. Reservations: 080 6660 5660.
The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore
The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore The Ritz-Carlton hosts a sophisticated journey through romance from February 7 to 15. The options are vast, from secluded Private Dining Rooms and poolside cabanas with live saxophone to Michelin-starred Indian fare by Chef Rohit Ghai at Zarqash. Izu offers a Japanese-Peruvian Omakase for those who appreciate a slower pace, while Yàn Yǎn serves modern Chinese alongside a DJ. For a high-energy finale, BANG rooftop remains the city’s most polished party spot, while the Lobby Lounge provides a quiet, piano-led High Tea. It is the ultimate address for those who want every detail handled with expert poise.
GRAND MERCURE
Grand Mercure Bangalore measures romance in moments: poolside cabanas, tandoor smoke, saffron-scented consommé. Throughout Valentine’s Week (Feb 7-14), couples retreat to private tables for an Indian set menu: slow-roasted tomato soup with curry leaves, cream-marinated chicken from the tandoor, coconut fish, golden lentils, gulab jamun to close. The week-long package (₹18,000+ for two) includes chef’s curation, wine, Valentine’s cake, and giveaways.
On February 14 itself, choose your approach: the sumptuous buffet at By the Blue with live grills and chaat counters (₹6,000+ for two, ₹8,000+ with unlimited drinks), candlelit poolside dinner (₹12,000+), or the premium poolside cabana experience (₹20,000+). Reservations: +91 9611611772.
JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru
JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru offers three Valentine’s expressions for couples who understand the difference between occasion and spectacle. At Alba, a five-course Italian dinner (₹9,000++ per couple, ₹12,000++ with wine pairing) unfolds in candlelit restraint: heirloom tomato and burrata, pan-seared scallops, porcini and spinach ravioli, sous vide lamb loin, closing with Ai Amur’s bitter chocolate ganache and mascarpone.
JW Kitchen delivers abundance via global buffet (₹6,000++ per person with alcohol, ₹4,000++ food only): mezze, sushi, dim sum, Asian grills, live carving, tandoor selections, interactive chaat, artisanal pâtisserie. For intimacy under stars, Spice Terrace sets a poolside table for two with Indian set courses and live Sufi-Bollywood performances by Roohani (₹12,000++ per couple, ₹15,000++ with beverages). February 14, 7 PM onwards. JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru.
Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal
Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal presents two Valentine’s expressions: rooftop energy or intimate indulgence. Nazaara, the hotel’s iconic rooftop, delivers skyline views, handcrafted cocktails, and dancing under stars from 5 PM onwards (a la carte). For couples seeking quieter romance, The Hebbal Cafe offers a curated Valentine’s dinner with themed decor, live music, and indulgent desserts including Be Mine Brownie, Heartbeats Cheesecake, Sweetheart Tiramisu, Lovestruck Lava Cake, and Romantic Raspberry Tart. Each setting crafted for first dates or cherished moments alike.
February 14, 2026. Nazaara: 5 PM-1 AM, a la carte. Reservations: +91 96064 82965. The Hebbal Cafe: 7-11 PM, ₹2,499++ per person. Reservations: +91 96064 82968.
Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel
Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway presents Valentine’s across four distinct settings, each curated by Executive Chef Sajid Patel. The Persian Terrace offers moonlit romance with a five-course set menu, live music, and Bengaluru’s skyline as backdrop (₹12,499++ per couple, ₹21,999++ for cabana package with sparkling wine). Horizon delivers intimate Pan-Asian dining: truffle edamame dim sum, prawn lemongrass and lime, Moshi Moshi sushi, black pepper salmon, Thai-style chicken, chocolate and strawberry finale, complemented by signature wine-based cocktails and candlelit tables (₹6,000++ per couple).
February 14, 2026. The Persian Terrace: 6 PM-11:30 PM, reservations +91 95919 96953. Horizon: 6:30-11 PM, reservations +91 96869 23311.
YUKI
Yuki brings Pan-Asian ease to Valentine’s across four Bengaluru locations throughout February. The menu encourages sharing: beautifully crafted sushi and nigiri, truffle edamame dumplings, chilli chicken baos, fire-kissed grills, Asian rice and noodle bowls. Thoughtfully crafted cocktails like the Yuki Martini, Jamuntini, and Coconut Wasabi Sour pair seamlessly with each course. Mood-lit interiors strike the balance between lively and intimate, perfect for leisurely lunches or dinner dates where conversations flow easily and time feels unhurried.
February 7-28, 12 PM-11:30 PM. Starting at ₹2,000 for two. Locations: Indiranagar, JP Nagar, Sarjapur Road, Whitefield.
SUKA BREW & KITCHEN
Suka Brew & Kitchen celebrates Valentine’s without the clichés, offering an evening that feels intimate yet effortless for couples, friends, families, or solo celebrants. The specially curated menu encourages sharing and slow enjoyment: comfort-driven plates elevated with modern sensibilities, indulgent mains, decadent desserts like Heart of Velvet and Midnight Indulgence. Handcrafted brews and cocktails pair seamlessly, including evocative Valentine’s creations such as My First Crush, Lady in Red, Love Bite, and That Moment & That Second. The ambience strikes a balance between warmth and vibrancy, inviting guests to linger without formality or pressure.
February 14, 2026. Brunch: 1-4 PM, Dinner: 7 PM-12 AM. ₹1,400 per couple. Muddinapalaya Main Road, 8th Block, Bengaluru.
HELEN’S PLACE
Helen’s Place, Bengaluru Bengaluru gets a taste of Porto at this intimate haunt where the mood is low-lit and the textures are rich. Chef Abhrajyoti Nandy serves a menu focused on restraint and depth, featuring beef meatballs with creamy polenta and a tenderloin finished in mushroom ragù. The grilled salmon with prosecco cream is a lighter, polished alternative. For dessert, the French toast with crème brûlée offers a nostalgic, crackled caramel finish that stays in your memory.
Sagar Sarki commands the bar with balanced pours like The Promise, a tequila and pickled grape blend, or the floral Lovestruck. This run lasts from February 12 to 18, 12 PM to 11:30 PM, with live music on the 14th to set the tempo. Dial 080 47361112 for a table. It is the perfect spot for those who prefer their romance served with quiet sophistication.
SOL55
SOL55, Koramangala SOL55 skips the scripted fluff for a Valentine’s that feels like the real Bengaluru. From February 10 to 14, this neighborhood haunt trades grand gestures for lingering conversations and honest pours. Mr. Yuvaraja HS has curated a cocktail list that leans into the dark and indulgent. Order the Midnight Silk for a velvety hit of dark rum and chocolate, or go for the Whisper Moon, a layered whiskey blend with hazelnut and kaffir leaves. If you want something playful, the Love Bug with whiskey and peach hits the mark.
The vibe here is unpretentious and polished, perfect for those who want to toast on their own terms without the forced decor. It stays open from 11 AM until 1 AM at 10th Main Road, 4th Block. With a price for two sitting at a very reasonable 990 rupees, it is an easy win for a low-key night. Call +91 9513731353 to save a spot. It is romance without the clichés, exactly how we like it.
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