Located in Leeds, The Botanist is an excellent place for food and drinks with your other half. Boasting floral decor and vintage interiors, it's the perfect plot to cuddle up and sip on strawberry and elderflower mojitos, alongside some light nibbles or mains.

If you and your boo love a bit of competition, then head to Electric Shuffle in the city centre. Their immersive take on shuffleboard is sure to keep you entertained all night long, whilst the cocktails are perfect for toasting to the winner - with quirky romantic concoctions like The Lovelace or a Salted Caramel Euphoria.

Champagne, anyone? Browns Brasserie & Bar is the perfect venue to drink bubbles, taking in the dramatic high ceilings, historic features and opulent detailing of its interiors. Better yet, this beaut spot offers up a boozy bottomless brunch, including an indulgent lobster Benedict.

Ditch the sultry drinking dens for something a little more fun, with the fairground-themed Flight Club. This retro bar will have you and your partner battling each other on the electronic dartboards, which offer all kinds of un interactive games. What's more, you can tuck into tasty pizza paddles and cocktails after the game.

You're in for a stylish date night of drinking at this award-winning gem. If you can find it, that is. Hidden behind an inconspicuous door along Call Lane, The Maven is a great pick of romantic secret bars in Leeds, creating refreshing twists on traditional pours. 

Banyan is a super stylish bar right in the heart of the city, with a cocktail menu that's to die for. They offer 2 for 1 cocktails every single day, with signature blends like the Lemon Cheesecake or a ginger and vanilla spritz, alongside all the classic concoctions you can imagine.

If you're in need of a romantic outing on Greek Street, Manahatta is the cocktail den bringing a slice of the Big Apple to the city. Take your boo to this sleek destination and toast over an old fashioned or two, as you watch it transform into a popular party destination come the weekend.

Okay, so Polynesian-inspired Tiki Hideaway is a little more fun than romantic. But if you're the kind of couple to forgo the mush, then this Call Lane venue is for you. There's cutesy booths, puffer fish lights, authentic South Pacific furniture, and bartenders wearing Haiwiaan shirts who'll set your cocktail alight in front of you.

Known for different flavours of their namesake drink and other signature or classic cocktails besides, Dirty Martini is a great place to have drinks with your beau. Snap Insta pics by those iconic angel wings while you're at it too.

Hunting for the best date night bars in Leeds? Look no further than the vibrant Latin vibes of CASA. Flaunting a menu of Colombian, Venezuelan, Peruvian and Mexican bites, alongside a lively upstairs area with live music and DJs, it's got everything you could ask for.

Making the list of the best romantic bars in Leeds city centre, The Alchemist always delivers on visuals as well as taste. Boasting swoon-worthy views, a roof terrace and theatrical tipples, this cocktail lounge has gained a name for its smoky drinks and attention-grabbing interiors. Not in the Area? Try their Greek Street location instead.

Lay on the charm offensive with a trip to Veeno, a classy wine bar renowned for having some of the world's best bottles. Make a special night of it with their tasting experiences, offering five different glasses for you and your beau, accompanied by a sharing platter and tiramisu.

Looking to wow your crush? The Lost & Found will certainly do the job, as it's one of the most romantic cocktail bars in Leeds thanks to stunning decor and curious tipples. Take your pick from classic martinis, salted caramel-infused bourbon or blackcurrant and cherry concoctions. There's even a location on Greek Street too.

An evening at this Call Lane speakeasy will see you sipping on liquors distilled on-site in a 30-litre copper pot. Sounds pretty intimate, right? Jake's Bar & Still Room is well worth a visit to check out some of their acclaimed spirits and seasonally-changing drinks menu.

Shears Yard may look unassuming from the outside, but step inside and you'll find a gorgeous bar and restaurant. Setting the scene with cool interiors, the Wharf Street eatery is sure to please with a seasonal drinks menu and homemade liquors. Plus, there's an outdoor terrace for the warmer months.

A heavyweight in Leeds' cocktail scene, The Watermark is offering two different date night spaces for the price of one. Upstairs, comfy couches and tables are matched with a menu of classic cocktails, small plates and charcuterie boards. Whilst downstairs, you'll find a more slinky scene and a selection of highball or lowball libations.

Searching for a romantic bar in Leeds? Having been named as the 9th best cocktail den in the country, Vice & Virtue is an obvious choice. Drinks are whipped up from locally-sourced and foraged produce, while the interiors have been inspired by the Prohibition.

If your other half is a cocktail enthusiast, look no further than Blind Tyger. Bartenders at this Victorian-themed joint are serious pros, using some of the world's best ingredients to whip up incredible concoctions. Expect unusual mixes like a blackberry and rosemary Tom Collins or an Espresso Martini with sherry, bananas and chocolate. 

Classic drinks, chic furnishings and cityscape views to boot; SkyLounge is, arguably, the fanciest rooftop. Situated on the 13th floor of the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, this popular spot is ideal for a sunset date, whether you're working your magic on the outdoor terrace or one of their tables.