The Pensacola Beach Resort, located just west of Sandestin, offers a beachfront escape with a romantic twist during Mardi Gras season. Coinciding with Carnival festivities, the resort will offer a special Valentine’s Weekend dining experience, available Friday, February 13 through Saturday, February 14. Guests can indulge in a three-course menu featuring Shrimp Cocktail with classic cocktail sauce and lemon, Prime Rib served with whipped potatoes, asparagus, au jus, and horseradish cream, and a decadent Chocolate Lava Cake with strawberry compote. Pricing is $75 per person, $80 for a two-top three-course experience, or $60 for the Prime Rib entrée only. The celebration extends to the bar with themed Valentine’s cocktails, including Mezcal My Heart and Petals and Kisses, making the resort an ideal option for couples pairing Mardi Gras festivities with a coastal Valentine’s getaway.

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