San Valentino at il Pastaio: A love story told through Italian flavours

San Valentino at il Pastaio Dubai is designed as an intimate Italian dining experience for couples celebrating February 14th. Set in Al Habtoor City, the evening brings together refined hospitality, Beverly Hills heritage, and a romantic menu built around seafood, handmade pasta, premium mains, wine, and dessert.

A specially curated menu for your Valentino evening

The San Valentino menu is shaped around the feeling of a shared Italian celebration. It opens with delicate starters, moves into indulgent middle courses, and finishes with elegant mains and a strawberry dessert created for the occasion.

Starters

• Tartar di Salmone – salmon tartare with avocado and orange jam.
• Moscardini in Umido – baby octopus soup served with garlic croutons.
• Misto di Crostacei Gratinati – mixed gratinated seafood with Italian finesse.

Middle Course

• Tortellini al Granchio – king crab tortellini in crustacean bisque with chives.
• Risotto al Caminetto – Carnaroli risotto with Norcia black truffle and smoked scamorza.

Main Course

• Rombo all’Amalfitana – turbot fillet prepared with lemon and capers.
• Costolette d’Agnello alla Lombarda – grilled lamb chops with eggplant puree, mint, and baked potatoes.

Dessert & Wine

• Parfait dell’Amore – strawberry parfait as the sweet final course.
• A bottle of fine wine is included with the Valentino dining experience.
• The menu is available at AED 735 per couple.

Why il Pastaio Dubai is ideal for Valentine’s day

il Pastaio blends authentic Italian cuisine with a polished luxury dining atmosphere. Its story traces back to the Drago brothers and the Beverly Hills restaurant that built the brand’s reputation, while the Dubai restaurant brings that same spirit to Al Habtoor City.

The setting is intimate, elegant, and well suited for couples. Fresh ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and a menu created for sharing make the evening feel personal without losing the sense of occasion.

An Italian love story on your plate

The evening is built as a progression: bright starters, rich pasta and risotto, expressive main courses, and a final dessert that closes the meal softly. It is a dining experience made for first Valentine’s dates, anniversary celebrations, and couples who want a refined Italian way to mark the night.

Guests can reserve a table for a February 14th celebration centered on connection, flavor, and the atmosphere of one of Dubai’s most recognizable Italian restaurants.