60 Romantic Surf and Turf Ideas for Valentine's Day

Skip the packed restaurants this Valentine's Day and become your own romantic chef! ???? We've curated the most swoon-worthy surf and turf recipes that will have your special someone falling in love with your cooking skills. From buttery scallops to perfectly seared steaks, these date-night-worthy dishes are guaranteed to impress without the stress. Meaning more time to perfect the playlist.

1. Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Start your romantic dinner with these crowd-pleasing bites. Sweet scallops wrapped in crispy bacon and finished with creamy horseradish sauce - it's the perfect way to kick off your Valentine's feast.
Get the Recipe → Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

2. Date Night Steak Frites

Bring the romance of a Parisian bistro home with perfectly seared steak and crispy duck fat fries. This classic French dish creates an intimate atmosphere that'll have you both saying "Je t'aime."
Get the Recipe → Date Night Steak Frites

3. Romantic Stone Crab & Garlic Butter

Create an intimate seafood experience at home with sweet, succulent crab claws bathed in rich garlic butter. Skip the crowded restaurants - this elegant appetizer sets the perfect mood for your Valentine's feast.
Get the Recipe → Romantic Stone Crab & Garlic Butter

4. Romantic NY Strip Dinner

Create steakhouse magic at home with this perfectly pink, edge-to-edge sous vide masterpiece. The ideal centerpiece for your most romantic dinner of the year.
Get the Recipe → Romantic NY Strip Dinner

5. Valentine's Dungeness Crab

Nothing says special occasion like perfectly steamed crab. Our foolproof method helps you create an unforgettable seafood experience that'll make your Valentine's dinner feel like a luxury resort.
Get the Recipe → Valentine's Dungeness Crab

6. Perfectly Grilled Steak (Gas Grill Guide)

Have a gas grill and want to turn up the heat? Our exact temperatures and timing will help you nail a perfectly cooked steak like a pro for your date night at home. No more guessing - just restaurant-worthy results that'll make your Valentine swoon.
Get the Recipe → Perfectly Grilled Steak (Gas Grill Guide)

7. Intimate Dinner Sous Vide Scallops

Start your Valentine's celebration with perfectly tender, never-rubbery scallops in brown butter sauce. This elegant appetizer sets the stage for an unforgettable evening.
Get the Recipe → Intimate Dinner Sous Vide Scallops

8. Butter-Tender Chuck Steak Secret

Want to create a luxurious Valentine's dinner on a budget? This sous vide method turns humble chuck steak into a melt-in-your-mouth feast that tastes like prime rib. Your date will never guess the secret!
Get the Recipe → Butter-Tender Chuck Steak Secret

9. Luxurious Smoked Crab Imperial

Want to really impress? This indulgent dish uses real lump crab meat and a touch of smoke for an unforgettable Valentine's appetizer. Our readers say it's better than any seafood restaurant version.
Get the Recipe → Luxurious Smoked Crab Imperial

10. Classic Steak au Poivre

The ultimate Valentine's indulgence: tender steak with a perfect peppercorn crust and rich cognac sauce. This French steakhouse favorite creates pure romance on a plate.
Get the Recipe → Classic Steak au Poivre

11. Flaming Shrimp Saganaki

Light up your Valentine's night - literally! This dramatic Greek dish combines succulent shrimp and crispy halloumi with a flambé finish that's sure to spark romance.
Get the Recipe → Flaming Shrimp Saganaki

12. French Bistro Hanger Steak

This hidden gem cut becomes butter-tender with our sous vide method. Paired with brandy sauce, it's the perfect choice for a cozy Valentine's dinner that feels extra special.
Get the Recipe → French Bistro Hanger Steak

13. Cajun-Spiced Blackened Salmon

Want a lighter surf and turf option? This bold, spicy salmon with cool mango relish pairs beautifully with any steak for a Creole-inspired Valentine's dinner that breaks the routine.
Get the Recipe → Cajun-Spiced Blackened Salmon

14. Love Story Flat Iron Steak

Turn this underrated cut into the star of your Valentine's dinner. Our sous vide method ensures restaurant-quality results that'll make your special someone feel truly pampered.
Get the Recipe → Love Story Flat Iron Steak

15. Ultimate Surf & Turf Date Night

Create the perfect Valentine's duo with our fail-proof method for NY Strip and scallops. This steakhouse favorite becomes pure magic in your own kitchen - no reservations required.
Get the Recipe → Ultimate Surf & Turf Date Night

16. Romantic Sous Vide Filet Mignon

Create the ultimate Valentine's splurge at home! Our precise temperature guide ensures your filet is perfectly pink and butter-tender every time. Why wait in line when you can serve steakhouse perfection at your own candlelit table?
Get the Recipe → Romantic Sous Vide Filet Mignon

17. Eastern Shore Crab Cake Romance

Skip the beach trip - bring the taste of Maryland home with these authentic jumbo lump crab cakes, a personal favorite of ours. They're packed with sweet crab meat and zero filler, just like the best waterfront restaurants.
Get the Recipe → Eastern Shore Crab Cake Romance

18. Melt in your Mouth Denver Steak

Looking for something unique to wow your Valentine? This lesser-known cut becomes amazingly tender with our sous vide method. It's the perfect choice when you want to show off your insider steak knowledge.
Get the Recipe → Melt in Your Mouth Denver Steak

19. Date Night Crispy Salmon

Want to create the ultimate surf and turf? This perfectly seared salmon with its golden crispy skin pairs beautifully with any of our tender steaks for a lighter take on the classic combo. The creamy leeks and poached egg add that extra touch of luxury.
Get the Recipe → Date Night Crispy Salmon

20. Show-Stopping Cowboy Steak

Planning an epic Valentine's dinner? This massive bone-in ribeye gets infused with smoky flavors for a presentation that'll make jaws drop. Perfect for sharing with your special someone.
Get the Recipe → Show-Stopping Cowboy Steak

21. Romantic New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

Bring the passion of the French Quarter home with these spicy, buttery shrimp. Ready in 30 minutes, leaving you plenty of time for romance - just don't forget the crusty bread for sauce-soaking!
Get the Recipe → Romantic New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

22. Date Night Porterhouse For Two

Why fight for a steakhouse reservation? Our cast-iron method delivers the perfect crust on this impressive cut, while our butter basted finish adds that extra touch of luxury your Valentine deserves.
Get the Recipe → Date Night Porterhouse For Two

23. Romantic Lobster Bisque

Start your Valentine's dinner with this velvety bisque that rivals any 5-star restaurant. The secret addition of sweet corn takes this classic to new heights - perfect for setting the mood.
Get the Recipe → Romantic Lobster Bisque

24. Cast Iron Ribeye Romance

Create steakhouse magic at home with the perfect pan-seared crust and juicy center. Our fool-proof method ensures your Valentine's dinner has that wow factor they're craving.
Get the Recipe → Cast Iron Ribeye Romance

25. Parmesan Butter Grilled Scallops

These golden-seared scallops in rich parmesan butter sauce make the perfect romantic starter. Pair with your favorite steak for an unforgettable surf and turf experience.
Get the Recipe → Parmesan Butter Grilled Scallops

26. Sizzling Tri-Tip & Chimichurri

Want something different for your Valentine's menu? This perfectly seared, sliced Newport steak with vibrant chimichurri sauce brings restaurant flair to your romantic dinner, no reservations needed.
Get the Recipe → Sizzling Tri-Tip & Chimichurri

27. Grilled Lobster Love

Want to really impress? Our zesty butter sauce takes grilled lobster from great to extraordinary. Pair with your favorite steak for the ultimate romantic surf and turf experience.
Get the Recipe → Grilled Lobster Love

28. Lean & Lovely Top Sirloin

Want a healthier Valentine's option that doesn't skimp on flavor? This four-ingredient recipe creates a perfectly seared, protein-packed steak in under 30 minutes. It's the smart choice for showing your love without the guilt.
Get the Recipe → Lean & Lovely Top Sirloin

29. 30-Minute BBQ Shrimp Skewers

Need a quick but impressive starter? These smoky-sweet shrimp with fresh chimichurri sauce pair perfectly with any steak for an easy surf and turf that'll wow your Valentine.
Get the Recipe → 30-Minute BBQ Shrimp Skewers

30. Butcher's Secret Teres Major

Surprise your Valentine with this rare restaurant cut that most people don't know about. Incredibly tender and full of flavor, it's our go-to choice when we want to show off our steak insider knowledge.
Get the Recipe → Butcher's Secret Teres Major

31. King Crab Legs & Chimichurri

Looking for the ultimate surf and turf starter? These grilled king crab legs with herb-packed chimichurri butter will set the perfect tone for your romantic steak dinner.
Get the Recipe → King Crab Legs & Chimichurri

32. Wine Lover's Merlot Steak

Not your average cut - this unique petite steak (named for its deep red color) is a hidden gem that pairs perfectly with your favorite bottle of red. Tender, flavorful, and just the right size for an intimate Valentine's dinner.
Get the Recipe → Wine Lover's Merlot Steak

33. Crispy Valentine's Fish Cakes

Looking for a lighter start to your romantic dinner? These crispy, zesty fish cakes make the perfect appetizer before your special steak dinner.
Get the Recipe → Crispy Valentine's Fish Cakes

34. Perfect Peppercorn Filet Mignon

Want that steakhouse crust with a butter-tender center? Our peppercorn-crusted filet brings fine dining home for your most romantic dinner of the year.
Get the Recipe → Perfect Peppercorn Filet Mignon

35. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp

Short on time but want to impress? These succulent shrimp swimming in garlic butter sauce are ready in minutes and pair perfectly with any steak for an easy surf and turf.
Get the Recipe → 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp

36. Date Night Denver Steak

Tired of the same old steaks? Surprise your Valentine with this uniquely tender cut that most steakhouses don't even offer. Our method ensures restaurant-worthy results right at home.
Get the Recipe → Date Night Denver Steak

37. Luxurious Crab-Stuffed Flounder

Elevate your surf and turf game with this elegant seafood dish. Sweet crab and delicate flounder create the perfect starter before your romantic steak dinner.
Get the Recipe → Luxurious Crab-Stuffed Flounder

38. Steakhouse Secrets: Reverse Sear

Want to know how top steakhouses get that perfect edge-to-edge pink? Our reverse sear method lets you recreate steakhouse perfection for your Valentine's dinner.
Get the Recipe → Steakhouse Secrets: Reverse Sear

39. Cast Iron Grilled Tilapia

Craving a lighter surf and turf? This perfectly charred tilapia makes an excellent partner to any steak. Our foolproof cast iron method ensures restaurant-worthy results.
Get the Recipe → Cast Iron Grilled Tilapia

40. Perfect Grilled Steak Guide

Ready to fire up the grill for Valentine's Day? Our complete guide helps you nail the perfect char and juicy center that'll make your special dinner truly memorable.
Get the Recipe → Perfect Grilled Steak Guide

41. Garlic Butter Poached Lobster

Looking for pure luxury? These tender lobster tails bathed in fragrant herb butter create the ultimate surf and turf when paired with your favorite steak. Pure Valentine's indulgence!
Get the Recipe → Garlic Butter Poached Lobster

42. Date Night Flat Iron Steak

Skip the marinade and let this steak's rich, beefy flavor shine through. We'll show you how to turn this budget-friendly cut into a Valentine's dinner that tastes like you spent three times as much.
Get the Recipe → Date Night Flat Iron Steak

43. Spicy Bloody Mary Shrimp

Kick off your Valentine's dinner with a twist! These cocktail-inspired shrimp bring just enough heat to start your romantic evening with a bang. Perfect alongside any steak.
Get the Recipe → Spicy Bloody Mary Shrimp

44. Grilled Sirloin & Umami Butter

Want a Valentine's dinner that's easy on the wallet but big on flavor? Our umami butter transforms this lean cut into something extraordinary. Perfect for romantic dinners under the stars.
Get the Recipe → Grilled Sirloin & Umami Butter

45. Sweet & Smoky Maple Salmon

Craving a lighter surf and turf? This gentle maple-kissed salmon pairs beautifully with leaner steaks for a Valentine's dinner that satisfies without weighing you down.
Get the Recipe → Sweet & Smoky Maple Salmon

43. Two-in-One T-bone Romance

Why choose between filet and strip when you can have both? This impressive cut brings double the love to your Valentine's table. Our foolproof method ensures steakhouse results at home.
Get the Recipe → Two-in-One T-bone Romance

47. Spicy Deviled Crab Starter

Looking for a hot appetizer that sets the mood? This retro-chic deviled crab brings the heat with a creamy, spicy kick. The perfect starter before your romantic Valentine's steak - and way more fun than plain crab dip!
Get the Recipe → Spicy Deviled Crab Starter

48. Romantic Bone-in Ribeye

Create steakhouse magic at home with this impressive cut. Our expert grilling method ensures a perfectly charred crust and juicy center that'll make your Valentine swoon.
Get the Recipe → Romantic Bone-in Ribeye

49. Bold & Spicy KC Strip

Heat up your Valentine's dinner with our ancho-rubbed KC strip. This steakhouse favorite gets an extra kick that'll make your date night unforgettable.
Get the Recipe → Bold & Spicy KC Strip

50. Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Magic

Want an appetizer that steals the show? These smoky, crispy bacon-wrapped shrimp are the perfect starter to any Valentine's steak dinner. Our readers say they disappear faster than you can say "I love you!"
Get the Recipe → Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Magic

51. Show-Stopping Porterhouse

Planning an epic Valentine's dinner? This massive steak is perfect for sharing, and our method ensures each bite is perfectly tender. The ultimate way to say "I love you" in steak form.
Get the Recipe → Show-Stopping Porterhouse

52. Smoky KC Strip Perfection

Want that classic steakhouse char at home? Our no-fuss method delivers a perfectly grilled Kansas City strip that's worthy of your Valentine's celebration.
Get the Recipe → Smoky KC Strip Perfection

53. Herb-Buttered Grilled Denver

Take your Valentine's dinner outdoors with this uniquely tender cut. Our herb butter melts perfectly over the smoky grilled meat, creating a restaurant-worthy dish that's sure to impress.
Get the Recipe → Herb-Buttered Grilled Denver

54. Reverse-Seared Cowboy Steak

Want to master the technique that top steakhouses use? Our reverse sear method ensures this massive cut is perfectly pink edge-to-edge. Perfect for a Valentine's dinner that's sure to impress.
Get the Recipe → Reverse-Seared Cowboy Steak

55. Whiskey Peppercorn NY Strip

Create French steakhouse romance at home with our creamy whiskey-spiked peppercorn sauce. This cast iron beauty brings that special occasion feeling to your Valentine's table.
Get the Recipe → Whiskey Peppercorn NY Strip

56. Epic Cowboy Steak Experience

Planning an unforgettable Valentine's dinner? This massive bone-in ribeye gets the royal treatment with our herb butter basting technique. Perfect for sharing with your special someone.
Get the Recipe → Epic Cowboy Steak Experience

57. Sweet Dungeness Crab Legs

Want restaurant-quality crab without the markup? Our foolproof steaming method brings out the natural sweetness of fresh Dungeness crab legs. Perfect for starting your Valentine's feast or creating an epic surf and turf with your favorite steak.
Get the Recipe → Sweet Dungeness Crab Legs

58. Brunch Lover's T-Bone

Want a Valentine's brunch that goes beyond basic? This coffee-rubbed T-bone topped with a silky poached egg and hollandaise creates the ultimate breakfast-meets-steak experience. Perfect for morning romance or dinner with a twist.
Get the Recipe → Brunch Lover's T-Bone

59. Ultimate Bacon-Wrapped Filet

When only the best will do for your Valentine, this indulgent combo of tender filet wrapped in crispy bacon delivers pure steakhouse luxury at your own dining table.
Get the Recipe → Ultimate Bacon-Wrapped Filet

60. Perfect Grilled Filet For Two

Master the ultimate Valentine's steak with our reverse sear method. This melt-in-your-mouth filet gets an extra boost of flavor from the grill - ideal for your most romantic dinner of the year.
Get the Recipe → Perfect Grilled Filet For Two