Valentine's Out: Epic Roasthouse

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Where: Epic Roasthouse, 369 Embarcadero (at Folsom), 369-9955

When: Mon., Feb. 14

Cost: $85 for four courses; $55 extra for optional wine pairings

Why it's likely to be special: Nothing's more carnal than meat, and executive chef Jan Birnbaum has worked out a Valentine's menu packed with so many different animals it's palpably lusty.

Menu highlights: Tuna tartare with passion fruit vinaigrette; fried ouster "BLT" on toasted brioche; tenderloin of venison with confit and pink peppercorn sauce; roasted Angus prime rib; rhubarb-strawberry tart with crème fraiche sherbet

Reserve at reservations@epicroasthouse.com, or call 369-9955

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