Overview
- Major UK retailers are running dine‑in offers through Valentine’s Day, with prices spanning under £6 to £25 for at least three courses and many deals active until 14–15 February.
- Marks & Spencer’s £25 for two includes starter, main, side, dessert and a bottle, and the company defended the price as £12.50 per head with up to £20 saved versus buying items separately.
- Social posts and regional reports show pushback on the M&S price and dessert choices, while others praised the selection and wine; an M&S spokesperson said customer response has been overwhelmingly positive.
- Hands‑on tests diverged: Birmingham Live rated Aldi’s picks tastier and nearly £5 cheaper than a comparable M&S selection, whereas a Liverpool Echo review judged M&S’s £25 menu superior to an £11.37 Aldi shop on flavor and overall value.
- Asda’s £12 Bistro Dine In, available to 15 February (£14 in Asda Express), won value plaudits for including a starter, main, two sides, dessert and a drink with about 46 choices, while Waitrose’s £25 set was positively reviewed for quality, breadth of 35 dishes and easy cooking, including availability via food delivery apps.