Reserve Valentine's Day Tables Now At RivCo's Top Restaurants

Many Riverside County restaurants are expected to be busy for the holiday weekend.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 2:39pm

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With Valentine's Day falling on a Saturday this year, restaurants across Riverside County are expected to be in high demand. Many local eateries are already accepting reservations, including Flat Top Bar and Grill, The Outpost, Palenque Kitchen, Devereaux House Restaurant, Trattoria Toscana, Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill, Cork Tree Restaurant, Waldo's Ristorante Restaurant, KUWADA Sushi Restaurant, and The Falconer of Redlands.

Why it matters

About 39 percent of U.S. adults plan an evening out to celebrate Valentine's Day, and with the holiday falling on a Saturday this year, Riverside restaurants will likely be busy through the weekend, as well as a day or two earlier than the holiday. Making reservations early is crucial to securing a table at one of the county's top dining destinations.

The details

Many Riverside County restaurants, but not all, handle reservations through the online service OpenTable. Romantic restaurants typically fill up a week before Valentine's Day, so those looking to dine out on February 14th are encouraged to book their tables as soon as possible.

  • Valentine's Day is on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • Restaurants are expected to be busy through the weekend and a day or two before the holiday.

The players

Flat Top Bar and Grill

A restaurant known for award-winning cocktails and upscale steakhouse dining.

The Outpost

A cozy, Italian-inspired restaurant with a theme based on a walk in the woods.

Palenque Kitchen

A restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine with a twist in the heart of Riverside.

Devereaux House Restaurant

A new restaurant located in a historic building, serving neo-Neapolitan pizzas and simple cocktails.

Trattoria Toscana

A restaurant serving fresh Italian cuisine made in-house with charming decor and live music.

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What’s next

Those interested in dining out for Valentine's Day are encouraged to make reservations as soon as possible, as many of Riverside County's top restaurants are expected to fill up quickly.

The takeaway

With Valentine's Day falling on a Saturday this year, Riverside County residents should act fast to secure a table at one of the area's top dining destinations. Making reservations early is crucial to ensuring a romantic evening out to celebrate the holiday.