Decatur Gourmet Restaurant Offers Romantic Valentine's Day Menu

The Foodie's Place by A-V Gourmet is serving a four-course global tasting experience for the holiday.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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For couples looking to celebrate Valentine's Day without traveling, one Decatur restaurant is bringing the romance of destinations like Paris, Venice, and Madrid to the dinner table. The Foodie's Place by A-V Gourmet is offering a special four-course menu where each course represents a different romantic locale, and guests will receive a 'passport' to earn rewards by trying the international fare.

Why it matters

With travel still limited due to the pandemic, local restaurants are getting creative to provide couples with a memorable Valentine's Day experience without having to leave the city. The Foodie's Place is tapping into the desire for global flavors and an immersive dining experience to help celebrate the holiday.

The details

Chef Alexis Valentine designed the four-course Valentine's Day menu at The Foodie's Place to transport diners to romantic destinations around the world. Each course will feature cuisine inspired by a different location, such as Paris, Venice, or Madrid. Guests will receive a 'passport' that allows them to earn rewards for trying the international fare.

  • The special Valentine's Day menu will be available on February 14, 2026.

The players

The Foodie's Place by A-V Gourmet

A gourmet restaurant located in Decatur, Georgia that is offering a special four-course Valentine's Day menu featuring international cuisine.

Chef Alexis Valentine

The chef who designed the Valentine's Day menu at The Foodie's Place to represent different romantic destinations around the world.

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What they’re saying

“Guests will receive a 'passport' that lets them earn rewards by trying food from different countries.”

— Chef Alexis Valentine (Atlanta News First)

What’s next

The Foodie's Place is accepting reservations for the special Valentine's Day menu, which is expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

With travel still limited, local restaurants are finding creative ways to bring the romance of global destinations to diners this Valentine's Day. The Foodie's Place is offering an immersive, international dining experience to help couples celebrate the holiday without leaving the city.