Patch Picks: Valentine's Day

We all know that Valentine's Day is Feb. 14, but did you realize that it's Monday? Don't fret, we have compiled a list of places to go and things to do locally just in case Cupid's day has snuck up on you this year.

The Bungalow
Where/When:  2441 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 5 to 9 p.m., Monday 5 to 10 p.m.
Why Go?: Your choice of a three- or four-course prix-fixe Valentine's menu.
Pricing: $55 for three-course dinner, $75 for four-course dinner

Valentine's Day with Natalie Cole
Where/When: Pacific Symphony, 3631 S. Harbor Blvd. No. 100, Santa Ana, Thursday through Sunday, 8 p.m.
Why Go?: An "Unforgettable" night.
Pricing: $35 to $185 

Exhibition: All Things Bright and Beautiful
Where/When:  Irvine Museum, 18881 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday until June 11
Why Go?: Enjoy 58 important California Impressionist paintings for free with validated parking.
Pricing: Still free

 21 Oceanfront Restaurant
 Where/When: 2100 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach, Monday, 4 to 10 p.m.
Why Go?: Oceanfront view of Newport Pier, voted the O.C.'s Romantic Restaurant by Fox 11 L.A.
Pricing: $125 per person, happy hour 50 percent off appetizers

The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove
Where/When: 15 Crystal Cove Newport Coast, Monday 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Why Go?: The Valentine's Day menu and crab-stuffed lobster.
Pricing: $75 per person (plus tax and gratuity) 

Spa Gregorie's
Where/When: Core Et' Barre, 200 Newport Center Dr., Suite 308, Newport Beach, Friday 7 to 8 p.m.
Why Go?: Why pay someone else to rub down your honey when you can learn for just $15 per couple?
Pricing: $15 per couple