Hottest Valentine's reservation is at Waffle House!

Phil Skinner pskinner@ajc.com

ATLANTA — Soft music, great food and a romantic atmosphere; it's all the ingredients for a perfect Valentine's Day dinner, and it can be had at...Waffle House.

This couple was celebrating their 23rd anniversary! (Photo by Nelson Hicks)

But like any great restaurant on Valentine's Day, you better make a reservation.

The tradition began in 2008 at the company's Johns Creek location. An influx of customers dined at this restaurant every Valentine's Day, so the manager decided to make the experience extra special.

"Valentine's Day is about spending time with the one you love at a place you love," says Waffle House Valentine's specialist Jessica Kinskey. "And it's even better when you can do that without spending a lot of money."

PHOTOS: Valentine's Day at Waffle House

Here are some more photos from Valentine's Day at Waffle House. (Photo by Nelson Hicks)

Today the trend of white tablecloths, candles and special menu items has spread to Waffle House locations in 21 states.

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Every Waffle House does not take part in the Valentine's Day event. Call ahead for a reservation, as many locations are completely booked for the night.

love was in the air as a number of the restaurants celebrated Valentine's Day! (Photo by Nelson Hicks)

"This is the only night that Waffle House locations take reservations," adds Kinskey. "We've had customers asking for months when they can get their reservation in for 2019."

Love was on the menu at Waffle House for Valentine's Day. (Photo by Nelson Hicks)

Here are the Georgia locations participating: