The Most Popular Restaurant on Valentine's Day

Derek Thompson Feb 14 2011, 4:58 PM ET

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Using Google search trends to approximate the last-minute decision-making of nervous V-Day couples, a report by a search engine consulting firm called Everspark Interactive reveals that right around 5pm Eastern time on Valentine's Day, the most popular restaurant searches are...

Olive Garden
Red Lobster
Applebee's
Outback
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse coupons
Outback Steakhouse menu
Chili's
Macaroni Grill

Francis Lam writes,"Darling, you know I love you. I have always loved you. And after all these years, looking into your eyes still drives me wild with desire. Will you pass me your Never Ending Pasta Bowl?"

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Thompson has written for Slate, BusinessWeek, and the Daily Beast. He has also appeared as a guest on radio and television networks, including NPR, the BBC, CNBC, and MSNBC.

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