Valentine's Dinner In The Conservatory - Reservations are now being accepted through January 27th!

table set up for two dinner in tropical setting

This Valentine’s Day, give your sweetheart the gift of flowers – by dining amongst them in an unforgettable romantic setting. Enjoy a candle-lit dinner in the warm, comfy confines of the indoor gardens inside the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, each with its own unique characteristics. String musicians play while each guest enjoys a gourmet dinner that includes a scrumptious salad, a hearty double entrée, delicious dessert, and two glasses (per person) of wine or beer.

Reservations will be accepted, through January 27th, for this truly unique dining experience which will take place on Saturday, February 11, Monday, February 13, and Tuesday, February 14th. Before or after dinner guests can stroll in the warmth of the popular Tropical Encounters exhibit while sipping wine. Don’t procrastinate; this special event does sell out every year.

Guests can choose to sit in the Sunken Garden amongst the vibrant purple azaleas, pink lilies, and camellias. Cyclamen, cineraria, veltheimia, and amaryllis will add beautiful pink and red accents throughout the garden. For a more cozy, romantic, secluded setting, guests will enjoy sitting amongst the lush, engulfing tropical vegetation inside the North Garden or Palm Dome.

The cost for this all-inclusive event is $190 per couple. To make a reservation click on the links above. Please email comoregistration@ci.stpaul.mn.us if you have questions about your reservation.

Reservations and cancellations will be accepted, through January 27th. All refunds will be less a $10 administration fee. After January 27 no refunds will be given for cancellations.

If for some reason outside of our control that would prohibit us from executing the event, you will be given a full refund at the time of the event.

Don’t be left in the cold, instead, warm up with a romantic candlelit dining experience in an unforgettable enchanting setting.

Prix Fixe Menu

Bread Basket with Garlic Butter

Salad: Baby Spinach, Arugula, Gorgonzola Cheese, Toasted Pistachios, Fresh Berries and Blueberry Vinaigrette.

Entrée: Seared Beef Tenderloin with Chimichurri, Grilled Atlantic Cod with a Broken Heart Vinaigrette, Bean & Mushroom Ragu and Broccoli Rabe

Vegetarian Entree: Grilled Eggplant Rolled with Chopped Pistachio, Fried Polenta Cake, Butternut Squash Puree, Tomato Confit, and a Warm Red Cabbage & Beet Slaw

Dessert: Chocolate Torte with Chambord Cream and Raspberry Compote

While tips are always appreciated, this is a full service dining experience and they are not expected. A portion of the cost is tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.

While tips are always appreciated, this is a full service dining experience and they are not expected. A portion of the cost is tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser.