6 cozy spots for your Valentine’s Day dinner

There’s still time to treat that special someone to a Valentine’s Day dinner at some of Wisconsin’s tastiest, coziest restaurants—here’s a look at six special spots that are sure to impress.

Mint Mark, Madison

This hip restaurant focusing on small plates moved to a larger location in Wisconsin’s capital city in summer of 2024 and is one of the highlights of Madison’s dining scene. The menu, which changes frequently, features produce-forward dishes and unique takes on classic dinners. And it’s the perfect place for a celebratory cocktail with that special someone.

Norwood Pines Supper Club, Minocqua

Wanta a cozy vibe that evokes the classic northern Wisconsin supper club experience? Head to Norwood Pines Supper Club in Minocqua (in Oneida County just south of the Vilas County border). Take a seat next to the fireplace and enjoy the views of Patricia Lake—as well as white-tailed deer that wander through the property—as you enjoy a delicious menu that offers everything from lobster to stuffed salmon to prime rib.

The Guide’s Inn, Boulder Junction

Another Northwoods classic located in central Vilas County, The Guide’s Inn has been a fine-dining destination in downtown Boulder Junction for more than 40 years. The restaurant’s carefully crafted menu includes more than 35 delicious entrees, including veal, hand-cut steaks, pasta, seafood, and more.

The Hideout, Marshfield

Find a casual atmosphere at this hidden gem just south of downtown Marshfield that offers handcrafted cocktails, craft beer, and wines that pair perfectly with their rotating menu of small plates. Featured items on The Hideout’s winter menu include pork tenderloin medallions, crab cakes, and shrimp scampi.

Stella Van Buren, Milwaukee

This luxe restaurant located in the Westin Milwaukee a few blocks from Lake Michigan serves upscale dishes that combine Italian and American influences, as well as steaks, seafood, and pasta. Order one of their specialty drinks from their extensive cocktail menu—which includes several varieties of Old Fashioned—or peruse their wine list for toast-worthy reds and whites.

Bortolotti’s Cin Cin, Eagle River

Another spot for Italian dining, this popular Northwoods wine bar and bistro is known for their tapas and an extensive wine list, as well as a rotating menu that includes handcrafted favorites and family recipes that have been passed down through generations of the Bortolotti family. This winter, diners can enjoy entrees like seared scallops, sea bass, and cashew-crusted walleye.