For the Ultimate Valentine’s Day Dinner, Reserve a Table at White Castle

Reservations open today for White Castle’s iconic Valentine’s Day dining experience, now in its 35^th year

COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Some love stories are written over candlelight and flowers. Others are shared over Sliders. For 35 years, White Castle has been helping guests celebrate Valentine’s Day with good food, friendly service and a tradition that turns an ordinary night out into something unforgettable.

On Valentine’s Day 2026, America’s first fast food hamburger chain will once again transform participating restaurants into “Love Castles,” offering a one-of-a-kind dining experience that has become a beloved tradition for couples, families and friends alike. Reservations for the special event open today and can be made through OpenTable.

What began in 1991 as a heartfelt, unexpected way to celebrate Valentine’s Day has grown into a fan-favorite annual event. For one night only, White Castle team members go above and beyond to create a festive, sit-down dining experience complete with hostess seating, tableside service and Valentine’s Day décor throughout the restaurant.

“Valentine’s Day at White Castle has always been about bringing people together in a fun, welcoming and memorable way,” said Jamie Richardson, chief marketing officer at White Castle. “For 35 years, our team members have made this night special by creating an experience that feels thoughtful, joyful and unmistakably White Castle.”

Each year, tens of thousands of guests across the country celebrate Valentine’s Day at White Castle, many returning to the same Castles year after year as part of their own traditions. Whether it’s a first date, a family dinner or a long-standing annual ritual, the Love Castle experience continues to create lasting memories.

Reservation Details

Reservations open today and are available at more than 300 participating White Castle locations. Guests can find their nearest participating Castle and book a reservation by visiting OpenTable.com and searching for White Castle on February 14. Reservations are available from 4 to 9 p.m.

About White Castle^®

White Castle, America’s first fast-food hamburger chain, has been making hot and tasty Sliders since 1921. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the family-owned business owns and operates 334 restaurants as well as a retail division providing its famous fare in freezer aisles of retail stores nationwide. As part of its commitment to offering the highest quality products, White Castle owns and operates its own Slider Provider meat plants, bakeries and frozen-Slider retail plants. White Castle has earned numerous accolades over the years including “Most Influential Burger of All Time” by Time magazine (2014, The Original Slider^®) and one of the “10 Most Innovative Dining Companies” by Fast Company (2021). White Castle is known for the legendary engagement of its team members and has received the Great Place to Work^® Certification™ for an extraordinary five consecutive years spanning 2021–2025. White Castle is beloved by its passionate fans (Cravers), many of whom compete each year for entry into the Cravers Hall of Fame. The official White Castle app makes it easy for Cravers to sign up for the CRAVER NATION REWARDS^® loyalty program, access sweet deals and place pickup orders at any time. For more information on White Castle and how to Follow Your Crave, visit whitecastle.com.

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