Prima in Charlestown

Valentine’s Day is this weekend, and nothing says love quite like canoodling over a glass of champagne and an exquisite meal. Reservations book up early, but if you haven’t made one, try your luck at these intimate spots around the city.

Mooncusser

Back Bay

Every evening is special at this Michelin-recognized restaurant tucked upstairs in an unassuming Back Bay building. Mooncusser, located at 304 Stuart St., serves a seasonally rotating prix fixe menu by chef Carl Dooley every night. But Valentine’s Day is a particularly indulgent menu featuring dishes like braised lamb cheeks, grilled wagyu beef and potato agnolotti with lobster and lemon breadcrumbs. mooncusserboston.com

Prima

Charlestown

Crossing the threshold into Prima at 10 City Sq. is like stepping back in time. Situated in a historic building a short walk from the waterfront, Prima is also home to a loosely kept secret for romantics in Boston. Beyond the bar area and main dining room, down a winding hallway and through a velvet curtain, is the Rose Room, an intimate dining space with a roaring fireplace and cozy red velvet banquettes. There’s no sexier spot to sip martinis and order off the classic Italian menu. primaboston.com

Comfort Kitchen

Dorchester

The small footprint of Comfort Kitchen at 611 Columbia Rd. lends itself to long romantic dinners and the diverse menu is a true love letter to the palate. Forget the classic French and Italian romantic staples and sample a tea-brined pork chop, goat ragu and prawn curry with your partner instead. The cocktail menu is every bit as inventive as the food. comfortkitchenbos.com

Bogie’s Place

Downtown

For many, special occasions call for a steakhouse with juicy cuts, potent cocktails and satisfying side dishes. Bogie’s Place, 25 Temple Pl., [enter through the Wig Shop] is a locally owned, teeny, tiny steakhouse tucked into the back of Jim Curley. The footprint may be small, but the flavors are big: think bone marrow au gratin and wagyu steak tartare. Afterward, considering popping over to the Wig Shop for a nightcap; the two concepts are connected by a small interior hallway to spare you from the winter wind. bogiesplace.com

Via Cannuccia

Dorchester

This Italian gem at 1739 Dorcherster Ave. is the ideal setting to murmur sweet nothings with your V-Day date. That is, if you can get any words in between bites of house-made pasta and savory eggplant parmigiana. Since Valentine’s Day is on a weekend this year, you could also opt for brunch on Saturday or Sunday. The restaurant makes an astounding array of satisfying pastries on site, as well as savory dishes like short rib hash to pair with a cappuccino. viacannuccia.com