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The are plenty of options for last-minute love birds in Dublin on one the busiest dining days of the year There are many options for those of us not organised enough to snag a reservation at a popular restaurant weeks in advance.
Photograph: iStockheralds a flurry of panic purchases; heart-shaped chocolates, decadent bottles of bubbles, cuddly teddy bears and, of course, bouquets of roses. But a lot of the well-meaning heart-shaped tat ends up in landfill; and in terms of romance, it’s hard to beat a thoughtful day out and a nice dinner that requires no washing up. For those of us not organised enough to snag a reservation at a popular restaurant weeks in advance, but who still want to make their other half feel special, here are some date ideas that require little to no forward planning., making sure to sit on the sea side of the train carriage to take in the coastal views. If weather allows, embark on the Howth cliff walk, soak in the sea views and work up an appetite.I had always intended to return to Ireland, but it feels ever less likelyWhether you brave the elements or not, views are almost guaranteed at Octopussy, the walk-ins only Spanish tapas restaurant nestled on Howth’s west pier. Indulge in seafood chowder, oysters, scallops, sherry monkfish and, if you fancy a splurge, lobster cooked in the shell with garlic butter.Bar Pez on College Court, Kevin Street Lower. Photograph: Alan Betson It’s hard to get more festive than visiting an actual saint’s relics on their feast day. Believe it or not, St Valentine’s relics are housed in Whitefriar Street Church in Dublin 2, where there is no charge to visit. After a peruse of the Carmelite church, love birds can swing around the corner to nab a walk-in spot at theFor the Love of Art: Hellelil and Hildebrand, The Meeting on the Turret Stairs, by Frederic William Burton. Photograph: National Gallery of Ireland Once voted Ireland’s favourite painting, Hellelil and Hildebrand , will be on display at the National Gallery for two hours on February 14th from noon-2pm. The devastatingly romantic painting will also be on display on Thursday and Sunday of this week, and no booking is required.The Stella Cinema on Lower Rathmines Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6 Hosting a string of romantic movies on Valentine’s Day, the Stella makes for the perfect movie date in very plush surroundings. If you fancy a casual dinner before or after the screening, saunter across the road to neighbourhood bar and wood-fired pizza spot Kodiak, where walk-ins are always welcome., MoLi, is finishing up its romance novel themed exhibit Happy Ever After on February 15th. The exhibit celebrates Irish writers from Lady Morgan to Marian Keyes. Once finished there, book lovers and lovers alike can stroll a few minutes away to Frank’s wine bar on Camden Street. Both a wine bar and wine shop, it serves delicious picky bits and requires no reservation.Video of rat taken in Dublin hotel prompted safety inspection and temporary kitchen closureWoman withdraws €60,000 personal injuries claim against Keelings after footage of incident playedTaoiseach names Freddie Scappaticci in the Dáil as former British agent Stakeknife
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