Patch Picks: Where to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Looking for a good place to spend Valentine’s Day? Woodbury Patch has you covered. With the holiday falling on a Monday this year, there should be plenty of options for a night on the town. If you have ideas for where to spend Valentine’s Day, please add them in the comments section below the story.

1. Aperitif

Woodbury’s Aperitif Restaurant and Bar serves Mediterranean food from several European nations. Its large bar offers more than 20 wines by the glass, as well as specialty cocktails. It has a handy online reservations option.

2. Akita Sushi

If you’re looking beyond the typical Italian restaurant for Valentine’s Day, try Akita Sushi and Hibachi in Woodbury. It’s a good place to go if you’re heading out with other couples for dinner.

3. Axel’s

Serving upscale American cuisine, Axel’s offers a solid fine-dining experience in Woodbury with views of the adjacent golf course.

4. Mama Maria’s

Want to go a more traditional route for Valentine’s Day? Head to in Hudson, Wis., for authentic, homemade Italian fare.

5. Lake Elmo Inn

Nestled in one of the few area suburbs that’s managed to maintain a rural feel, the rustic Lake Elmo Inn offers fine dining outside of the central cities. The award-winning restaurant features a Valentine’s Day dinner for two all weekend long.