For you, Valentine’s Day might include conversation hearts, bouquets of flowers, sappy love movies or none of the above. But one thing’s for sure — it’s got to include food.

That’s why we took it upon ourselves to make your job easy and scope out a few local joints that are perfect for Valentine’s Day dining. In case you’re not in the mood for a sit-down dinner, we’ve also included some great takeout options. If you really want to avoid the holiday crowds and you’re in Provo, Orem or Lindon, check out provoeats.com for restaurant delivery starting at $3.50.

Station 22

Station 22 is where comfort food meets fine dining. Salivate over options like the short rib pot roast, the sage-fried chicken and waffles or Belle’s Turkey — a hot turkey sandwich with mashed root vegetables, root beer gravy and buttermilk-fried onions. Station 22 also offers vegan and vegetarian options. Entrees start at $5.99.

— 22 W. Center St.t, Provo, (801) 607-1803, www.station22cafe.com

Old Towne Grill

Old Towne Grill is a semi-new kid on Provo’s restaurant block and calls its food “inspired American grub.” On Valentine’s Day, couples will enjoy a five-course meal with an appetizer, salad, soup, main course choice of roasted pecan and chile-crusted chicken, marinated grilled salmon or grilled, bone-in rib eye and a dessert. Prices start at $31 per person. Reservations are strongly recommended.

— 295 W. Center St., Provo, (801) 375-2183, www.theoldtownegrill.com 

Papa Murphy’s Pizza

If you want to keep your Valentine’s Day dinner on the simple side, nothing says love like a pepperoni pizza in the shape of a heart. For $7, Papa Murphy’s will send you home with a heart-shaped take-and-bake pizza. Side options include salads, cheesy bread, chocolate chip cookie dough and dessert pizza.

— 790 N. 800 East, Spanish Fork, (801) 798-6767; 3153 N. Canyon Road, Provo, (801) 919-3599; 981 W. State Road, Pleasant Grove, (801) 796-5800; and other Utah County locations, www.papamurphys.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

Who says Valentine’s Day is all about the girl? Buffalo Wild Wings is man food at its best and offers a full menu of, you guessed it, wings — and a variety of sauces to slather them with. Salads, sandwiches and burgers are also available. Wings start at $5.99 for a six-piece basket.

— 92 N. 1200 East, Lehi, (801) 766-8402, www.buffalowildwings.com

Tepanyaki

If you don’t want to do all of the dinnertime entertaining, consider taking your date to Tepanyaki, an authentic Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar. You and your Valentine will be entertained as your personal chef whips up dinner on a hibachi grill right before your eyes. Tepanyaki dinners start at $22.

— 72 N. 850 East, Lehi, (801) 653-2988, www.my-tepanyaki.com

Gloria’s Little Italy

Locals know to go to Gloria’s Little Italy for mouthwatering Italian food. The restaurant is owned by an Italian family that uses imported cheeses and pastas and is famous for its made-from-scratch pasta sauces. To add to the romantic ambience at the restaurant, accordionist Keith Lewis will serenade couples on Valentine’s Day evening.

If you go to Gloria’s, don’t leave the premises without dessert. Our favorite? Don’t make us choose between the Fuochi D’ Artificio and the Tartufo. Entrees start at $12 and desserts start at $3.

— 1 E. Center St., Provo, (801) 805-4913, www.gloriaslittleitaly.com