ORLANDO, Fla. – Valentine’s Day weekend is officially right around the corner, and if you haven’t had time to plan a date, don’t worry, we’ve got you.
We asked all of your favorite News 6 faces what they recommend for a Valentine’s Day outing.
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If you’re looking for dinner and a show, News 6 anchor Lisa Bell suggests seeing the Cirque du Soleil show Drawn to Life at Disney Springs.
Lisa also has a recommendation if you and your partner are more outdoorsy.
If you’re looking for something a little different... how about a bike ride along the beautiful West Orange trail. We like to park at the Kilarney Station in Oakland, then ride to the Plant Street Market in Winter Garden for lunch.
Lisa Bell, News 6 anchor
Anchor Ginger Gadsden and her husband enjoy spending special nights at their favorite sushi spot, Kabooki Sushi.
The food is phenomenal and the atmosphere is great. The C-4 dessert is the perfect ending to the night.
Ginger Gadsden, News 6 Anchor
News 6 reporter Ezzy Castro and her husband enjoy Disney World dates, spending their time at either Epcot or Hollywood Studios, she also has recommendations for some local eats.
We enjoy downtown Winter Garden, they have a cute and delicious French café there called Rosallie. Another good place we like for date night is RusTeak in Ocoee
Ezzy Castro, News 6 reporter
If you’re looking for a place to grab a meal, Winter Park might just be the place to be. News 6 meteorologist Troy Bridges says his favorite place to grab a meal is Hillstone.
Go early and sit outside. Enjoy the lake view, then enjoy the best wedge salad ever! They have a great pork chop. I also love their salmon.
Troy Bridges, Meteorologist
News 6 Investigator Mike Hofield and reporter Erik von Acken also enjoy spending a date night in Winter Park. Mike says 60 Vines is the best spot for food, wine and romance in Central Florida, while Erik and his wife enjoy spending date nights at Pannullo’s Italian Restaurant.
[My favorite date is] getting a table outside under the heater when it’s a little chilly... snuggling up next to my wife, having a cold beer under the warm heater and eating the best meat pizza ever!
Erik von Acken, News 6 reporter
If you’re looking for something a little more low key, News 6 reporter Amanda Castro and her husband’s date night tradition is Tijuana Tuesdays at Tijuana Flats. Their date night traditions have grown to include their son, who enjoys the kids cheese quesadilla.
If you’re in Volusia County, News 6 reporter Molly Reed recommends a daytime date to the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse.
You can go out to dinner at one of the restaurants on the Intercoastal afterward for the sunset.
Molly Reed, News 6 reporter
We’re also giving away a FREE date-night package from ICON Park. Click here to enter.
Good luck, and here’s to finding LOVE this Valentine’s Day!