Skip Valentine's Day dinner and go straight to dessert at these sweet spots

Valentine's Day dinners are overrated — we fully endorse skipping the crowded restaurants and heading straight for dessert.

Dig in: Impress your date and satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these unique Central Ohio spots.

Our suggestions:

🍓 Habibi Cafe & Sweets: Enjoy picturesque waffles and crepes between Hilliard and Dublin, including the one pictured above.

🍫 Al Aqsa Sweets: This Westerville shop has served Middle Eastern treats long before Dubai chocolate was trendy.

😋 Chocolate Cafe: Warm up with a hot chocolate flight in Grandview.

🌰 Anthony-Thomas Chocolates: Order buckeyes to go at 13 local shops or tour the factory and see how they're made.

🐄 The Yard Milkshake Bar: Try outrageous Short North shakes, including February specials and a Columbus-exclusive buckeye.

🇩🇪 Schmidt's Fudge Haus: A German Village staple selling treats by weight.

🥐 Pistacia Vera: Also in German Village, it's known for flaky pastries and delicate macarons.

☕ Winans Chocolate & Coffee: Indulge in a perfect pairing at three area locations.

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