Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate the love and romance in our lives. Create some new memories with your significant other this Valentine’s Day in Kosciusko County. Here is a guide to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date night here in Kosciusko County. Find the ideal dinner date restaurant, a fun date night activity, and a gift as unique as your loved one.
Date Night Dinner Restaurants in Kosciusko County
Delicious food is almost always in the background of every beautiful memory. Set the stage for a romantic evening with delicious food and lovely atmosphere. Here is a list of the some of the best date night dinner restaurants in Kosciusko County.
Oku Roji
Experience a continental evening with Asian flair at Oku Roji in Warsaw. Those unfamiliar with the “izakaya,” Japan’s answer to a pub, will delight in the underground Tokyo-inspired establishment serving an array of traditional Japanese dishes. Travelers say no visit to Tokyo is complete without a night out at a friendly local izakaya for after-work beverages and snacks. Now, no visit to Warsaw is complete without it, either.
The Pier & Back Porch
Pier & Back Porch restaurant, located instead Oakwood Resort, strives to offer delicious food in a setting like no other! Situated right on Lake Wawasee, the largest natural lake in Indiana, it offers panoramic views of the lake. With both indoor and outdoor seating options available, it is the perfect location for an elegant date night. Enjoy fresh seafood and steaks cooked to perfection by their talented chefs. Plus, enjoy cocktails and craft beer.
The Old Train Depot
Those craving a meal with a side of history will find Pierceton’s Old Train Depot delicious. The post-Civil War station restaurant overlooks a hall with fireplace, hand-crafted wood bar and railroad memorabilia. Lower-level seating, a second-floor deck perched over the railway and a dinner car provide options. Craft martinis, and cocktails with railway-inspired names like Runaway Train and Sidecar, enhance dining. Enjoy free beer samples, and unique entrees, sandwiches, wraps, dinner salads and fresh soups.
Down Under Bar & Grill
To find this well-known Syracuse bar and restaurant, look for the white gazebo. Down Under Bar & Grill is underground, providing a unique experience and atmosphere. Choose from the wide variety of options on their menu, including seafood, pizza, steak, chicken tenders, Mexican dishes, and more. Wash it down with the high-quality liquor options they offer. However, this restaurant is not for the whole family, as you must be 21 or over to enter. No reservations are necessary, just walk in and the friendly staff will be glad to serve you.
One Ten Craft Meatery
One Ten Craft Meatery is a restaurant, meat market, and banquet facility located in downtown Warsaw, offering local, fresh products from farms in and around Indiana and specializing in unique wines paired with a locally sourced, Midwestern seasonal menu. One Ten Craft Meatery focuses on simplicity and sustainability, and offers some of the best steak in the area.
Boathouse Restaurant
Boathouse Restaurant is situated right on the shore of Winona Lake, in the Village at Winona. Enjoy the lake view while choosing from a wide variety of delicious menu options. Boathouse is offering a selection of Valentine’s themed cocktails, including the Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini, Heart Warming Bramble, and a Chocolate Raspberry Coffee Martini.
Sip & Savor Passports
Go on the ultimate foodie Valentine’s Day adventure by joining one of our Sip & Savor Passports. These include a Taco Trail, Breakfast Trail, and Sipping Trail, and include some of the top restaurants in Kosciusko County. Each offer the chance to win $100 in Kosciusko Cash.
Date Night Activities
Having a shared activity to bond over is always a fun way to create some chemistry and affection with your significant other. Whether it’s tasting wine, doing a craft, ice skating, or watching a move, Kosciusko County offers plenty of fun activities that will allow you to create lasting memories, even in these cold winter months. Here are some ideas for fun activities in Kosciusko County.
Tippy Creek Winery
Wine tasting is a relaxing and flavorful adventure you can enjoy at Tippy Creek Winery in Leesburg. They offer wine flights, as well as wine slushies, beer, and cider. In addition to this, they host frequent events and have several Valentine’s Day-themed events coming up, including cupcake and wine pairing, cookie decorating, a special Valentine’s dinner, and a comedy night.
Miller Sunset Pavilion Ice Skating Rink
Staying true to the history of Winona Lake, the design of the new Miller Sunset Pavilion was inspired by the original Billy Sunday Tabernacle and sits on the same land where that original tabernacle was. The Miller Sunset Pavilion Ice Skating Rink offers skate rentals if you do not own skates. They also have a fire to warm up by and hot chocolate for purchase.
Himalayan Salt & Scents
Relax in the warm salt cave at Himalayan Salt & Scents. Salt caves offer many health benefits, and offer a detoxifying, spa like experience. They also offer an infrared salt sauna and halo salt therapy bed. This unique location also houses a fairy village inside a real 13,000-pound Sycamore tree stump. Explore this magical village, and find supplies to create your own fairy house.
Pickwick Theatre
This old-style theatre in downtown Syracuse is the perfect place to lay back and watch a movie with your significant other. Grab some popcorn, pick a film, and relax.
Pottery Bayou
At Pottery Bayou, you’re the artist! This “paint-your-own-pottery” studio allows you to create your own unique master pieces in a creative, fun atmosphere. Choose a piece to paint, or create fused glass jewelry together at this location.
Valentine’s Day Gifts
Finding a meaningful and unique gift for your person can be difficult on Valentine’s Day. Here are some creative made in K-County items to buy this Valentine’s Day.
BeLove
BeLove is a give-back giftshop located in the Village at Winona. They sell Bel Kai jewelry, which is uniquely beautiful handmade jewelry. Additionally, the sell MudLove bracelets, offering a variety of words, letters, and symbols to choose from. Pick from a cozy selection of gift items at this location.
Letterwood Paper Co.
Handmade cards, stationary, and other paper products at Letterwood Paper Co. offer you cards with original designs, creating a gift that will stand out this Valentine’s Day. You can also feel good about buying products from this store, as they strive to be as eco-friendly as possible.
The Gift Shop at Wawasee
The Gift Shop at Wawasee is located in Syracuse, Indiana, the home to the largest natural lake in Indiana, Lake Wawasee. Here you will find handmade items by the over 40+ artisan featured in the store. All items in the shop are handpicked and providing you a wide variety of quality items to choose from.
Warsaw Cut Glass
Visit this vintage glass cutting company, open since 1911 and the last glass cutting company using original equipment in the US. Choose from a wide variety of hand cut crystal pieces, and also request custom engraved pieces for a creative touch.
Buffalo Street Emporium
Buffalo Street Emporium is a small bookstore and coffeeshop that also offers a candy counter. The candy counter features the world-famous Albanese Confectionery Gummi Bears and fine chocolates by Abdallah Candies. They also offer wonderfully scented candles. They can design cute custom gift baskets upon request for you as well.
Romantic Overnight Stays
Find the perfect place to end your romantic date or getaway at one of our luxury resorts, cozy bed & breakfasts, or classic name brand hotels. Some of our hotels even offer special couples getaway packages.
Resorts
Oakwood Resort
Oakwood Resort is a luxury resort on the shores of Lake Wawasee, the largest natural lake in Indiana. Oakwood Resort offers panoramic views and amazing sunsets. Relax on our beach, take a boat tour of the lake, pamper yourself in their lavish spa, or enjoy our full-service restaurant and bar with both indoor and outdoor seating available.
Brook Pointe Resort
Brook Pointe Resort is located on a beautiful 30-acre wooded lot. The property offers a 30-room hotel, cabins, walking trails, kids zip line, saltwater pool, exercise room and a relaxing atmosphere. They offer a special couples getaway package, including rose pedals, champagne, and candle light.
Bed & Breakfasts
Chestnut House
Historic elegance describes this immaculately-restored 1906 Queen Anne-style home, called Chestnut House. Four suites invite guests to enjoy the utmost in taste and comfort, whether the goal is R and R or touring Winona Lakes attractions. Each with queen-sized bed, luxury linens, sitting area and private bath with jet tub/shower, the suites charm the senses.
Blue Heron Guest House
The Blue Heron Guest House offers a rare kind of relaxation that can only be found on the peaceful shores of Winona Lake. Guests can enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the lake from the comfort of their private balcony or during a boat taxi to dinner in The Village at Winona. The luxurious European style decor promises a comfortable and delightful stay.
Name Brand Hotels
Kosciusko offers a variety of name brand hotels to choose from. Pick one of these reliable hotels for a comfortable stay in our area. Locations include Best Western, Comfort Inn & Suites, Days Inn, Deluxe Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Tru by Hilton, and Wyndham Gardens.
Kosciusko County Visitor Guide
Planning the ultimate Valentine’s Day date or getaway will lay the foundation for the making of many beautiful and fun memories with your significant other. If you need more date ideas, view our Kosciusko County Visitors Guide.
