Valentine’s Day can be an expensive time, but who said being a little frugal had to mean romance was dead?
For those of us looking to mark the day of love without spending a fortune on overpriced restaurant meals, your local supermarket may hold an affordable alternative.
Whether you’re steak connoisseurs or vigilant veggies (or one of each), there’s a delicious meal for you and your special someone to enjoy.
Keep reading to find out which supermarkets are offering a Valentine’s menu deal for 2025, what’s on offer in each, and how much it’ll cost you.
Get £15 cashback for joining TopCashback
We secured this exclusive offer, but our content stays unbiased.
Spend £15+ at Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's or any of 6,000+ brands to get £15 back
It's really simple: our site takes just 30 seconds when you buy online.
You do the shopping, we'll track your purchase, and then you'll get cashback in your account to withdraw to your bank or as a gift card.
Here's how to get your £15 offer;
- Click: Click the green button
- Join: Create an account
- Shop: Browse brands on our site
- Buy: Click Get Cashback then make a purchase
- Enjoy: We'll add £15 to your account once we track your purchase
How does TopCashback benefit? We make money when you buy from supported brands, which allows us to offer cashback with no hidden fees.
Valentine’s meal deals for 2025 at a glance
Different supermarkets have different offers for February 14th, but you usually pay a set price for a two- or three-course meal. The best menus give you quite a range of options too, which may entice you more than the competitive prices.
Check out our summary of this year's supermarket meal deals below. We're still waiting for Asda and Waitrose to release their full menus for 2025, but we'll update these as soon as we know.
Supermarket | Price (for two) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
£10 | A main and side, plus a bottle of wine, prosecco or soft drink | |
£11.97 | A starter, main, two sides, dessert, and a bottle of wine or chocolates | |
£15 | A starter, main, two sides, dessert and prosecco, wine, beer or a soft drink | |
£18 | A starter, main meal, side, dessert and a drink | |
£18 | A main, side and dessert, plus a bottle of alcohol or a soft drink | |
£20 | A starter, main, side and dessert, plus a drink or box of chocolates | |
£25 | A starter, main, side, dessert and prosecco, wine, cocktails or soft drinks |
Co-op: £10
A main and side, plus a bottle of wine, prosecco or soft drinks
Asda: £11.97
A starter, main, two sides, dessert, and a bottle of wine or chocolates
Morrisons: £15
A starter, main, two sides, dessert and prosecco, wine, beer or a soft drink
Sainsbury's: £18
A starter, main meal, side, dessert and a drink
Tesco: £18
A main, side and dessert, plus a bottle of alcohol or a soft drink
Waitrose: £20
A starter, main, side and dessert, plus a drink or box of chocolates
M&S: £25
A starter, main, side, dessert and prosecco, wine or two soft drinks
The best Valentine's meal deals (2025)
Whether you’re loyal to one particular supermarket or willing to shop around to find the best deal, it’s always worth comparing what’s available before you buy.
We’ve done the research for you, with everything you need to know for your romantic evening on a budget.
It's worth keeping an eye out for supermarkets offering a wider selection of menu items than others. This is especially important if either of you has any specific dietary requirements or is a particularly fussy eater.
Look out for our TopCashback hummingbird which we've added next to brands eligible for cashback. This means you can earn a percentage of your purchase through a referral link. It's completely free to join and earn.
If you're after more than just one bottle of wine for your February celebrations, why not check to see if your favourite supermarket is offering 25% off six bottles of wine this Valentine's Day? More of a beer drinker? We've got a guide to supermarket beer deals too.
M&S: £25 for two (2025)
When we think of indulgent Valentine’s meal deals, M&S is the first supermarket that springs to mind. Though the priciest of all this year’s dine-in offers, M&S is always popular, with an impressive selection of top-quality choices.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- King prawn and lobster thermidor gratins (2-pack)
- Luxury prawn cocktails (2-pack)
- 6 dumpling bao buns (VE)
- Baking burrata with 'Nduja and ciabatta crumb
- British baking brie (V)
- Coquilles St Jacques
- King prawn medley
One main from the following:
- British beef rump steaks with peppercorn sauce (2-pack) (GF)
- British chicken breast paupiettes (2-pack)
- British duck breasts (2-pack)
- British sirloin steaks with garlic butter (2-pack) (GF)
- Salmon and prawn en croûtes (2-pack)
- British Wagyu beef pie
- Butternut squash and spinach pie (VE)
- Fillet steak beef wellington with red wine jus
One side from the following:
- Cheesy green vegetable bake (V)
- Loaded cheesy mash (V)
- Mediterranean-style roasting vegetables (VE)
- Potato dauphinoise (V)
- Salt and pepper wedges (V)
- Smashed potatoes (VE)
- Triple-cooked chips
- Vegetable medley (VE)
One dessert from the following:
- 2 Become One chocolate praline heart
- Chocolate melt-in-the-middle puddings (2-pack) (V)
- Classic vanilla cheesecakes (2-pack)
- Sicilian lemon possets (2-pack) (V, GF)
- Tiramisu cheesecakes (2-pack) (V)
- Chocolate and caramel pots (2-pack) (VE)
- Salted caramel profiteroles (V)
One drink from the following:
- Conte Priuli prosecco
- Conte Priuli prosecco rosé
- Conti Priuli Pinot Grigio blush
- Fizzero rosé (alcohol-free)
- Las Dalias Malbec
- Lisboa Bonita
- Lock Keeper's Reserve Chardonnay
- M&S Classics Pinot Grigio
- M&S Found Refosco
- Mystery Bay Sauvignon Blanc
- Mojito
- Passion Star Martini Cocktail
- Pink Raspberry Lemonade
- Sparkling Light British Elderflower Pressé
What makes it great?
The M&S dine-in deal is a popular Valentine's Day choice, despite being more expensive than others.
If you want an indulgent meal that feels like a real treat, we don't think you'll be disappointed.
When and where can you get it?
The M&S Valentine’s dine-in this year is available in store from the 10th of February until the 14th February, and online via Ocado from the 31st of January.
Morrisons: £15 for two (2025)
The Morrisons Valentine’s meal deal 2025 offers a really broad selection of menu choices, mostly from their The Best range.
You can get a starter, main, two sides, dessert and Prosecco, wine, beer or a soft drink, all for a total of £15. You’ll need to be a Morrisons More member to take advantage of this offer.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- Bloody Mary prawn cocktails
- Valentine's soft set Scotch eggs (two-pack)
- Goats cheese, vintage cheddar & caramelised onion tart (V)
- Tear & share Camembert wreath (V)
- Scallop & king prawn gratins (two-pack)
- Vegan hoisin vegetable rose bao buns (four-pack) (VE)
One main from the following:
- Marinated pork loin steaks with chorizo butter
- Slow-cooked duck legs in hoisin sauce
- 30-day matured rump steaks with pink peppercorn butter
- Chicken in creamy prosecco sauce
- Mushroom, spinach & pine nut wellingtons (two-pack) (VE)
- Lightly smoked salmon fillets
- Pulled beef brisket en croûte
Two sides from the following:
- Baked baby potatoes (V)
- Triple-cooked chunky chips (VE)
- Green vegetable medley (VE)
- Dauphinoise potatoes (V)
- Rainbow Chantenay carrots with acacia honey butter (V)
- Cauliflower cheese (V)
- Parmesan and truffle mash
One dessert from the following:
- Melt-in-the-middle chocolate puddings (two-pack) (V)
- Raspberry profiteroles (V)
- Raspberry & vanilla heart-shaped panna cotta (two-pack)
- Vegan tiramisu (two-pack) (VE)
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
- Sicilian lemon cheesecakes (two-pack) (V)
One drink from the following:
- Prosecco
- Pinot Grigio rosé
- Cotes De Gascogne white wine
- Organic Montepulciano D'Abruzzo
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro 4 x 330ml
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro gluten-free 4 x 330ml
- Peroni Nastro Azzurro alcohol-free 4 x 330ml
- Kylie Minogue alcohol-free sparkling rosé 75cl
- Sparkling Sicilian lemonade
- Sparkling raspberry lemonade
- Elderflower pressé
- Sparkling apple & elderflower pressé
- Pomegranate & pear pressé
- Ginger beer
What makes it great?
If you like a tipple, the Morrisons dine-in deal might just be the deal for you. With an impressive 14 different options, there are plenty of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks to choose from. What’s more, the majority of the food products available in this deal are from the Morrisons The Best range.
When and where can you get it?
This Morrisons Valentine's deal is available in store and online for delivery between the 11th and 15th February 2025.
Co-op: £10 for two (2025)
Co-op members can get a main, side and a drink for two people, all for £10. If you're not a member, you'll pay £12 (in which case, it might be worth signing up and paying the £1 joining fee).
There's a decent range of mains to choose from (all from their Irresistible range), although their sides are more limited. When it comes to tipples, you can choose from a range of still and sparkling wine and soft drinks.
What’s on the menu?
One main from the following:
- Chicken parmigiana
- Chicken & wine sauce
- Salmon en croûte
- Vegan mushroom wellington (VE)
- Beef bourguignon
- Chicken, ham & leek
- Macaroni cheese
- Hereford ranch steak
- Lasagne Al Forno
Two sides from the following:
- Mash potato (V)
- Triple-cooked chunky chips (VE)
- EVOO flatbread garlic & parsley (V)
- Dauphinoise potatoes (V/GF)
- Vegetable steamer (VE)
One drink from the following:
- Prosecco
- Rioja Crianza
- Solo Pale Spanish rosé
- Pinot Grigio
- Elderflower pressé
- Coca Cola Zero Sugar 4x330ml
- Coca-Cola Diet 4x330ml
What makes it great?
If you'd rather keep things simple, this Co-op meal skips the starters and dessert, which is why you'll only pay £5 per head. And if you do want a dessert, you can add one of these three optional extras to your meal:
- Rose cupcakes (two-pack): £1.75 (£1.50 member price)
- Valentine’s heart-shaped lollipops: £1 (2 for £1.50 member price)
- Chocolate melting middle puddings (two-pack): £3.85 (£3 member price)
When and where can you get it?
The Co-op Valentine's deal is available in store and online for delivery between the 5th and 19th February 2025.
Sainsbury's: £18 for two (2025)
The Sainsbury’s Valentine’s meal deal includes a starter, main meal, side dish, dessert and drink for two people. The dishes included are all from their Taste the Difference range.
This deal contains a generous number of dishes in each category to choose from, although you'll need to be a Nectar member to get yours.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- Vintage cheddar & leek tarts (two-pack) (V)
- Scallop gratin
- Italian Calabrese selection
- Tempura bubble king prawns
- Breaded camemberts (four-pack) (V)
- Olive and antipasti platter
- Prawn cocktails (two-pack)
One main from the following:
- Sirloin steaks with heart-shaped peppercorn butter
- Rump steaks with heart-shaped peppercorn butter
- Plant-based mushroom Wellington (VE)
- Duck legs with cherry teriyaki glaze
- Pork fillet medallions
- Chicken Arrabbiata
- Scottish salmon, spinach & cheddar en croûte (two-pack)
- Fish pie
- Beef lasagne
One side from the following:
- Chunky triple-cooked chips (VE)
- Dauphinoise potatoes (V)
- Cauliflower cheese (V)
- Hasselback potatoes with pink peppercorn butter (V)
- Truffle & pecorino topped triple-cooked chips (V)
- Creamed spinach (V)
One dessert from the following:
- Lemon tarts (two-pack) (V)
- Chocolate melting puddings (two-pack) (V)
- Cookie chocolate tortes (two-pack) (VE)
- Mon Chérie cherry cheesecakes (two-pack) (V)
- Bee Mine caramel mousse dessert (V)
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
- Amaretto tiramisu (two-pack) (V)
One drink from the following:
- Prosecco
- Western Cape Sauvignon Blanc
- Western Cape Malbec
- Barrihuelo Rioja Rosado
- Seville Orange gin & tonic
- Nozeco
- Coca-Cola Original x4
- Diet Coke x4
What makes it great?
With seven different starters, mains and desserts to choose from, there’s bound to be something for everyone. This deal includes a wider variety of desserts than most other deals we've seen, from lemon tarts to amaretto tiramisu.
When and where can you get it?
The Sainsbury’s Valentine’s menu is available both online and in store from the 10th of February, until the 16th of February 2025.
Tesco: £18 for two (2025)
If you’re a Clubcard holder, you can enjoy a romantic meal for two for £18 this Valentine’s Day when you shop at large Tesco stores or online.
For this price, you’ll get to choose a starter, main, side and dessert to share, as well as a bottle of alcohol or a soft drink. All of the dishes in this deal are from the Tesco Finest range.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- Coquilles St Jaques
- Charcuterie wine toppers
- Bruschetta arancini with balsamic sachet (VE)
- Vintage cheddar & red onion tarts (V)
- Soft set scotch eggs
- Mediterranean tempura prawns with hot honey dip
- Camembert swirls
One main from the following:
- Chicken ballotine with parmesan & wild garlic
- Mushroom stroganoff pies (VE)
- Slow-cooked duck legs with port & berry sauce
- Seabass with king prawn & champagne sauce
- Chicken & mushroom risotto
- ‘Marry Me Chicken'
- Chicken parmigiana
- Al forno lasagne
- Pulled beef shin and smoked bacon pies
- Rump steak with green peppercorn butter
- Beef feather blade
One side from the following:
- Baby potatoes with Chantenay carrots & Tenderstem with smoked garlic & herb dressing (V)
- Golden baked potato dauphinoise (V)
- Creamy buttery mash (V)
- Triple-cooked chips with Cornish sea salt
- Sea salt & black pepper potato rostis
- Creamed spinach (V)
- Three cheese cauliflower gratin
- Green vegetable medley (V)
One dessert from the following:
- Lemon meringue oyster shells
- Raspberry & passionfruit tarts
- Chocolate cheesecake moulded hearts
- Rhubarb crumble panna cotta
- Cheese selection
- Gü zillionaire cheesecake pot (VE)
One drink from the following:
- Prosecco Valdobbiadene DOCG
- MOTH Margarita x4
- South African Sauvignon Blanc
- South African Cinsault Rosé
- South African Malbec
- Nozeco
- Coke Zero x4
- Diet Coke x4
- Estrella x4
- Lucky Saint alcohol-free lager x4
- Bottle Green x2
What makes it great?
Tesco are offering a few different Valentine’s deals this year. If you don’t want to pay £18, head over to a Tesco Express store near you to pick up their £12 Valentine’s deal, which includes a main, side, dessert and drink.
When and where can you get it?
This deal is available in stores or online for delivery/collection from February 10th, until February 15th, 2025.
Asda: £11.97 for two (2025)
With this year's Asda’s Valentine’s meal deal, you can enjoy one Bistro starter, one main, two sides, a dessert and a drink, all for £11.97.
We haven't yet seen the full menu for Asda this year, but here's what we know so far.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- Cognac prawn cocktails (two-pack)
- Goats cheese & caramelised onion tarts (two-pack) (V)
- Crispy mac & cheese bites (V)
- Tempura king prawns
- Runny Scotch eggs
- Cod fishcakes with tartare sauce
- Breaded no-brie hearts (VE)
One main from the following:
- Sirloin with smoked garlic & pink peppercorn heart-shaped butter
- Rump steaks with wild garlic & parsley butter
- Salmon fillets topped with black pepper & lemon zest
- Lasagne al forno
- Fish pie
- Chicken Kyiv with wild garlic butter
- Cottage pie
- Macaroni cheese
- Slow-cooked lamb shanks with mint jus
- British steak and ale pies (two-pack)
- Mushroom stroganoff pies (two-pack) (VE)
- Beer-battered haddock and mushy peas
- Slow-cooked gammon shanks with a honey mustard glaze
- Beef casserole with dumplings
- Lamb hot pot
- Chicken, king prawn and chorizo paella
Two sides from the following:
- Cauliflower cheese (V)
- Beef dripping skin-on chips
- Triple-cooked chips (VE)
- Green vegetable medley (V)
- Braised red cabbage (VE)
- Potato dauphinoise (V)
- Buttery Maris Piper mash (V)
- Tomato, mozzarella and pesto focaccia (V)
- Chantenay carrots with honey and thyme (V)
One dessert from the following:
- Melt-in-the-middle Belgian chocolate puddings (two-pack) (V)
- Strawberries with Belgian chocolate dip (VE)
- Raspberry and prosecco panna cottas (two-pack)
- Belgian chocolate & caramel profiteroles (V)
- Sicilian lemon baked cheesecakes (two-pack)
- Espresso tiramisu cups (two-pack)
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
One drink from the following:
- Casa Luis Cava Brut
- La Moneda Merlot
- Mariana Bay Sauvignon Blanc
- Mariana Bay Sauvignon Blanc Blush
- Cono Sur Sauvignon Blanc Blush
- Cono Sur Bicicleta Merlot
- Côtes De Gascogne 75cl
- Kylie Minogue alcohol-free sparkling rosé wine
- Bottlegreen elderflower and apple pressé
What makes it great?
While Asda's Valentine's deal is a fantastic budget-friendly option, last year's menu also received praise online for the fantastic quality of the food. There's also an impressive range of main dishes, with 16 options to choose from.
When and where can you get it?
This year's deal is available in store from the 6th February and online from 10th February 2025.
Waitrose: £20 for two (2025)
In this year's Waitrose Valentine’s meal deal, you can enjoy a starter, main, side, dessert and a drink. Most of the dishes in this deal are from the Waitrose No.1 range.
What’s on the menu?
One starter from the following:
- Prawn cocktails
- Cornish quartz cheddar & caramelised shallot tarts (V)
- Moules marinière with wild garlic
- Vegetable antipasti arancini with basil pesto (V)
- Antipasto Misto
- Goat's cheese and lemon bakes with wild garlic pesto (V)
One main from the following:
- British beef sirloin steaks
- British beef flat iron steaks
- Paella with chicken and king prawns
- Salmon en croûte with champagne & herb sauce
- Beef lasagne
- Beef bourguignon
- Truffle chicken Kyiv
- Lamb cutlets with sticky cherry & balsamic glaze
- Juicy Marbles plant-based steaks (VE)
- Brie & extra mature cheddar potato dauphinoise pies (V)
One side from the following:
- Triple-cooked fries with Cornish sea salt
- Green vegetable medley (VE)
- Triple-cooked chips
- Roasted garlic and buffalo mozzarella flatbread (V)
- Cauliflower & broccoli three cheese gratin (V)
- Potato dauphinoise (V)
- Artichoke & truffle hasselback potatoes (V)
One dessert from the following:
- Chocolate ‘You’re my No.1’ bars (two-pack)
- You Have My Heart macarons
- Melt-in-the-middle chocolate puddings (V)
- Raspberry panna cotta desserts
- Sticky toffee pudding (V)
- Sicilian lemon tarts (V)
- Morello cherry tarts (V)
- Plant Living tiramisu (VE)
- White stilton with candied strawberries
One drink from the following:
- La Gioiosa Asolo Prosecco
- Ara Single Estate Sauvignon Blanc
- Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz
- The Pale Rose by Sacha Lichin
- Cocktail Collection Tanquery Negroni
- Cocktail Collection Old Fashioned
- Cocktail Collection Ciroc Cosmopolitan
- Hawkstone premium lager 4x330ml
- Thomson & Scott Noughty Rosé alcohol-free wine
- DA-SH raspberry sparkling water 4x330ml
What makes it great?
Waitrose usually offer a notably wide selection of vegetarian dishes, which set them apart from other supermarkets. Their menu also includes the only vegan steak dish we've seen this year.
When and where can you get it?
This year's deal is available in stores or online for delivery/collection between the 7th and 16th of February 2025.
Other supermarket Valentine’s offers
Aldi: from £5.97 for two (2025)
While there aren't any entirely set Aldi Valentine’s meal deals, they do have a range of delicious food and drink items to be enjoyed on the day of love.
Each item is individually priced, so the price you’ll pay will vary depending on how many items you buy, and which specific items you buy.
If you’re really keeping your purse strings tight, you can enjoy a three-course meal for £2.99 per person (yes, really). This menu includes a starter/side, a main and a dessert, but no drinks (although you can add these on if you like).
What’s on the menu?
Here are some suggested menus from Aldi this year:
Budget meal: £5.97 (or £10.72 with wine)
- Main: heart-shaped pizza (spicy pepperoni or semi-dried tomatoes & mozzarella)
- Side: Valentine’s Day mini heart-shaped garlic bread
- Dessert: pink mini heart pancakes
Add a bottle of Prosecco Spumante DOC for £4.75, taking your total to £10.72 (£5.36 per person).
Premium meal: £7.47 (or £12.22 with wine)
- Starter: double bubble tempura prawns with sriracha dip
- Main: heart-shaped pasta with lobster
- Dessert: cheesecake slices
Add a bottle of Prosecco Spumante DOC for £4.75, taking your total to £12.22 (£6.11 per person).
Vegan meal: £7.47 (or £15.46 with wine)
- Starter: wild mushroom or tomato & basil arancini
- Main: gastro galettes – roasted med veg
- Dessert: vegan caramelised biscuit heart sponge pudding
Add a bottle of Castellore Organic Prosecco Rosé for £7.99, taking your total to £15.46 (£7.73 per person).
Other Valentine's Day treats from Aldi for 2025 include:
- Tempura prawns with sweet chilli dip (£2.49)
- Red pepper swirls sharing bread with camembert (£3.99)
- Nduja style, bacon-wrapped chicken with sunblush tomatoes (£2.99)
- Duck breast with plum & hoisin sauce (£2.99)
- Seabass fillets with Asian-inspired butter (£2.99)
- Gastro wagyu triple-cooked chips (£1.49)
- Truffle & parmesan mash (£1.49)
- Tear and share cookie with milk chocolate dip (£1.99)
- Raspberry and vanilla macarons (£3.99)
What makes it great?
If you’re not interested in a full three-course meal with sides, these smaller (and cheaper) deals might suit you better.
Aldi's Valentine's menus are only suggestions, which means you can switch things up to suit you and your loved one, paying as little as £2.99 per head. You can cut back costs by opting not to include a bottle of Prosecco with your food too.
When and where can you get it?
Aldi’s Valentine’s menu is available in store only from 10th February, 2025.
Iceland: various prices (2025)
Iceland have also released a range of special occasion dishes for Valentine’s Day this year, rather than having a set menu.
Go for an Iceland Luxury ready meal for under £4 and add a side like straight-cut chips or onion rings from as little as £2. Iceland are also offering big discounts on sweet treats. You can buy a Ferrero Rocher gift box for £5, instead of the usual price of £6.50.
What’s on the menu?
Here are a few of the discount dishes, sides and drinks available at Iceland this Valentine’s Day:
- Luxury 28-day matured Aberdeen Angus 170g sirloin steak (£4.50)
- Big Daddy 454g rump steak for (£6.50)
- Luxury House Special chicken tikka & lamb biryani (£3.75 or 3 for £10)
- Luxury buttermilk chicken tenders (£4 or 3 for £10)
- Ridiculously Crispy straight-cut chips (£2.75)
- Battered onion rings (£2.75)
- 12-pack of Luxury macarons (£3.50 or 3 for £10)
- Belgian chocolate eclairs (£1.75, down from £2.25)
- Dandelione Prosecco (£7.50)
- 3 for £18 on selected bottles of wine, including Burfield Chardonnay, Burfield Pinot Noir and The Weather Dial Sauvignon Blanc
What makes it great?
Like the dishes available at Aldi, Iceland are offering flexibility this Valentine’s Day, where you can mix and match dishes to build your meal to suit your preferences.
When and where can you get it?
Iceland’s Valentine’s items are available in store and online throughout February.
Get a Valentine’s Day meal kit delivered to your door
Meal kit subscriptions like HelloFresh and Gousto are a great way to enjoy delicious, healthy meals at home without spending hours in the kitchen. If you’re a couple who likes to cook together, they offer a fun Valentine’s Day activity with delicious results.
They help you reduce food waste by only sending you the exact portions you need and can work out cheaper than Valentine's meal deals too (although you will have to spend a little longer in the kitchen).
Many of these services allow you to skip deliveries, pause them, or cancel your subscription at any time, so you could just get one month’s worth of delivery if you don’t want to commit.
And after the big day, you can keep the recipe cards to remake your favourite meals at a later date.
If you’re keen to stretch your Valentine’s Day budget further, don’t forget you can earn cashback when you subscribe to HelloFresh, Gousto or Mindful Chef via TopCashback.
Which 2025 Valentine’s Day meal deal is our favourite?
The deal you go for will depend on a range of factors. Maybe having a range of options is your priority, or perhaps it’s all about getting the best bottle of wine for the cheapest price?
Here are our top picks that factor in a range of preferences.
Overall favourite: M&SBest on a budget: Co-opBest luxury choice: M&SWidest choice of meals: TescoBest drinks offering: MorrisonsBest for sweet treats: Sainsbury'sBest for veggies & vegans: Waitrose
Why bother with a Valentine’s dine-in deal?
Valentine’s Day is all about showing your partner how much you love them. It’s not necessarily about who can spend the most money on the flashiest gifts or fine dining experiences.
Cooking your loved one a special dinner at home will not only save you money, but it’s a meaningful and heartfelt gesture they’re bound to appreciate (as long as you don’t burn anything!).
Supermarket dine-in meal deals make Valentine’s cooking easier and more convenient than ever. You can forget about driving to an over-priced restaurant, with many of these deals including a starter, main, side, dessert and drink, all for a more affordable price.
You don’t have to be a confident cook either, as these meal deals contain everything you need for a delicious, romantic meal without any actual food prep.
How do supermarket meals compare with restaurant dining?
We’ve checked out a few popular restaurant chains to see how their Valentine’s Day menus compare to the supermarket dine-in offers we’ve seen this year.
Not only are the supermarket deals cheaper, but some have a wider range of menu options to choose from.
Miller and Carter:
This year's Valentine’s set menu at Miller and Carter includes three courses but no drinks. Prices start from £38.50 each and the menu is available all day every day between February 8th and February 15th, 2025.
There are five starters, 11 mains (with seven of these being steaks), and four desserts to choose from. Some of the steak dishes come with a supplement of up to £14 per person, or you could upgrade to their Valentine’s Sharing Steak and Champagne Experience, which costs £135 for two.
Ask Italian:
At Ask Italian this Valentine’s Day, you and your special someone can enjoy three courses for £28.95 per person. Again, this set menu doesn’t include any drinks.
There was quite a range of choices though, with 10 starters, 13 mains and six desserts to choose from. This deal is running from the 12th to the 19th of February 2025.
How much you’ll pay for a Valentine’s set menu will of course depend on the restaurant and its location.
We were surprised to find that many of the set menus available at restaurants this year were actually cheaper than choosing an equivalent starter, main and dessert from their usual menus.
This suggests that Valentine’s menus do offer decent value for money when compared to standard menus at many chains. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that many of the deals above didn’t include drinks, so you would most likely end up spending more.
Both supermarket meal deals and traditional restaurant dining on February 14th have their upsides:
Supermarket dine-in
Restaurant dining
Generally far cheaper than most Valentine’s restaurant meals
Offers a more thoughtful and meaningful gesture
You can stay in the comfort of your own home (even in your PJs)
You don’t have to worry about travel or avoiding alcohol if you’re driving
Can offer a nicer, more luxurious experience overall
You can get dressed up for a romantic date night to remember
There’s no need to argue over who does the washing up
You don’t have to cook any of the food or serve any of the drinks yourself
Supermarket dine-in
- Generally far cheaper than most Valentine’s restaurant meals
- Offers a more thoughtful and meaningful gesture
- You can stay in the comfort of your own home (even in your PJs)
- You don’t have to worry about travel or avoiding alcohol if you’re driving
Restaurant dining
- Can offer a nicer, more luxurious experience overall
- You can get dressed up for a romantic date night to remember
- There’s no need to argue over who does the washing up
- You don’t have to cook any of the food or serve any of the drinks yourself
Still prefer a restaurant? Save money on your romantic meal
If you’re leaning towards restaurant dining, this still doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune. Here are some quick tips for saving money on your trip to a restaurant this Valentine’s Day.
Book for a different day
While some of the restaurant Valentine’s menus we checked did offer good value for money, that’s not to say every single restaurant will be cheaper on February 14th. In fact, our instinct says quite the opposite. Many restaurants inflate their prices for Valentine’s Day as they know they’ll get booked up.
With that in mind, one way to save money if you do fancy dining out would be to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a day other than February 14th or avoid that week entirely if you can. As Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year, the weekend of the 14th-16th is likely to be busy (and expensive).
With that in mind, why not delay your romantic celebrations for a couple of weeks and book a table for a Friday or Saturday during late February or March?
Pick a restaurant with a loyalty scheme
If you’ve already signed up for any restaurant loyalty schemes, you may have credit or personalised offers available to use. If you haven’t, take a look at your chosen restaurant’s website and see if they have any offers for new members.
At the very least, you might be able to earn yourself some rewards for a future visit. We particularly like Gusto’s Gold Rewards scheme, where you can earn cash to spend on your next meal.
Take advantage of Reward Wallet
TopCashback members can make their cashback go further this Valentine’s Day with Reward Wallet.
If you have payable cashback in your account, you can redeem your balance in the form of a gift card and earn a bonus on your balance.
All you have to do is go to your account and then click Payout, where you'll see how much payable cashback you have.
You can withdraw all or part of your balance, just make sure you select Reward Wallet as your payout method.
Whether you’re dining at a restaurant or home, you’ll find plenty of supermarkets and restaurants to choose from, with the chance to earn up to 15%* of the gift card’s value on top.
For example, if you convert your cashback to an M&S gift card through Reward Wallet, you could earn a 6%* bonus. This means a £30 M&S gift card would actually have a value of £31.80.
* Cashback rates correct at the time of writing
Save money in store with a TopGiftCard
TopCashback members can now save money in store too, thanks to our new and improved TopGiftCards.
Treat yourself to a gift card from over 100 retailers and earn up to 18%* instant cashback in your account. You'll receive your gift card in your email inbox straight away and your cashback will become payable in your TopCashback account almost immediately.
Let's say you're buying the M&S Valentine's meal deal, so order an M&S TopGiftCard worth £25. At the time of writing, we're offering 2.25% cashback on M&S gift cards, which means you'll earn 56p in your TopCashback account, just for going through us.
* Cashback rates correct at the time of writing
Get a sweet deal this Valentine’s Day
Hopefully you’re now feeling more clued up on how to have a romantic Valentine’s date night without breaking the bank.
Getting busy in the kitchen and making a special meal for your loved one is a far more memorable Valentine’s Day gift than a simple box of chocolates.
Get £15 cashback for joining TopCashback
We secured this exclusive offer, but our content stays unbiased.
Spend £15+ at Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's or any of 6,000+ brands to get £15 back
It's really simple: our site takes just 30 seconds when you buy online.
You do the shopping, we'll track your purchase, and then you'll get cashback in your account to withdraw to your bank or as a gift card.
Here's how to get your £15 offer;
- Click: Click the green button
- Join: Create an account
- Shop: Browse brands on our site
- Buy: Click Get Cashback then make a purchase
- Enjoy: We'll add £15 to your account once we track your purchase
How does TopCashback benefit? We make money when you buy from supported brands, which allows us to offer cashback with no hidden fees.
There are plenty of supermarket Valentine’s Day meal deals to choose from, which means you should be able to find something to suit your tastes and budget.
Don’t forget to check if you can earn cashback by shopping through our site, or with a TopGiftCard. Looking for more romantic ideas this Valentine's Day? Check out our 46 cheap date ideas.
What's your favourite foody Valentine’s Day treat? Let us know in the comments.
Valentines is one of the only times of year we treat ourselves to M&S, and we always choose the nicest steaks we can find.
This year we're going for the bao buns, sirloin steaks, triple-cooked chips, chocolate puddings, and their pinot grigio!
It's a tradition with me and my husband that we have spaghetti bolognese on valentines day because it was the first meal I ever cooked for him when we first started dating over 30 years ago.
A box of chocolates! Yum!
Definitely Chinese meal at home watching a movie.
Chocolate and roses
Absolutely steak and strawberries. Obviously not together lol
A simple spaghetti carbonara with a yummy chocolate cheese cake with whipped cream on top ❤️ it has been our valintines meal the last 3 years 😆
Cheesecake
Anything I don’t have to cook ideally , but it’s usually a nice steak with all the trimmings and a bottle of wine
We always eat tiramisu and sushi on Valentine's Day.
Fluffy pancakes for breakfast
Roast lamb dinner
Tesco
I’m going away on Valentine’s Day so my OH needs a treat – probably leave him a nice steak as that is our favourite
Prawns in a champagne and cream sauce with pasta.
Crème Brûlée
Lasagne, Prosecco and tiramisu
A trip to The Pier House, Charlestown for a perfect filet steak
Prosecco and strawberry’s
If it includes Sirloin Steak, with strawberries and double cream for dessert, I’m sold!
It'll be asda for me, the scotch eggs starter and the tiramisu puddings are amazing
2 Become One chocolate praline heart
Steak and chips with all the trimmings!
Strawberries
Strawberries and cream
Marks and Spencers
They have best varieties of starters
Main courses
Puddings
Red wine
It’s a treat night
My favourite valentines food is a nice juicy steak with stuffed mushrooms, a crispy jacket potato oozing with butter and mixed oven baked vegetables
Weird and wonderful chocolate flavours! Can't be beat.
A starter, main, side, dessert and prosecco from M&S
Any ready meal which is seafood-y and really good quality.
Chocolate covered strawberries
A decadent chocolate dessert with Prosecco works for me
My favourite Valentine’s Day treat is a nice fillet steak with some garlic prawns and a glass of Malbec.
Chinese
Last year the Asda Valentines dine in for two came out top, I also tried Asda, Morrisons, Sainsburys & Tesco
This year will go back to Asda and also try Waitrose.
I’m pleased they include Prosecco 🥂
The love the meal deals even though we don't mark valentines!
No kids, no work, no housework
Marks And Sparks .
It will be on my shopping list .
I love all food so I haven’t it a favourite
I love having a wee something that I don't usually buy in my week to week shopping. Nice steak or brisket with all the trimmings and a scrumptious calorie filled dessert.
A lovely rare steak