Can't decide on your next date night destination? Whether it's a first meet with a Tinder match or a dreamy anniversary meal, Essex is filled with plenty of intimate cocktail dens and swish eateries to keep the spark alive. From decadent dinners to tantalising tasting menus and countryside haunts, check out the most romantic restaurants in Essex here.
Last updated on 15th February 2023
Flaunting exposed brick walls, bookcases and an open kitchen, Wood Grill Stansted promises to be one of the most romantic restaurants in Chelmsford. We recommend trying the peppercorn steak with their ooey gooey truffle mac 'n' cheese.
Whether you're cuddling up on their terrace, enjoying a wine tasting or settling into their rustic lounge for dinner, The Chequers Matching Green is a must-visit Essex haunt. As for food? Crack on with pan-fried miso-glazed salmon and a lush lobster risotto.
Situated on Silver Street, this next one boasts a cosy yet contemporary vibe - perfect for quaint date nights with your significant other. Along with a nice range of cocktails, the restaurant has everything from steak tartare and crispy cod cheeks to roasted lamb and goat's cheese souffle.
Featuring signature pizzas, grazing boards for two and Italian pasta, Zizzi in Romford and Loughton serve as two of the most romantic restaurants in Essex. To end the evening, pair a glass of pinot noir with a salted caramel chocolate brownie. Swoon.
If fine dining is the name of the game, then it doesn't get much better than The Flitch Of Bacon. The cool restaurant is flaunting a drool-worthy £75 tasting menu - we mean citrus scallops, roasted pigeon and crispy chocolate with olive oil.
As one of the more Instagrammable restaurants in Essex, Sark has your date night set with beaut decor and even better food. Settle into their plush red booths as you get stuck into Turkish mixed grilled platters and gorgeous glasses of wine.
