Running low on date night inspiration? Fear not - we're here to help. From gorgeous fairy light-adorned Indian restaurants to bars decked out with old-school arcade games, and cocktails that fizz and pop all night long, we've created a guide of the top things for couples to do in Leicester. Get ready to swoon.
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YO! Sushi School promises an evening filled with history and the technique behind everyone's fave roll, as well as the opportunity to make a few bits of sushi yourself. You and your date will be served nibbles and an arrival drink as you practice your cooking skills at this fun date idea in Leicester.
Woo your beau with 90 minutes of digital darts at Arrowsmith's, located in O'Neill's Leicester. For only £9 per person, you can partake in some friendly competition with your partner while tucking into some top-quality grub and drinks like BBQ pulled beef tacos and the El Diablo cocktail.
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When the sun comes out, you'll find us in The Italian Greyhound's gorgeous beer garden with a glass of Pimm's in hand. Spend your weekend dining on pollo veneziana alfresco in this classic boozer's charming outdoor space, or pop by to test your trivia at one of their regular quiz nights.
Treat your beau to something a little out of the box in Leicester with Caddyshackers. Step inside this party hub, where you'll be met with VR experiences, crazy golf courses and game rooms that are perfect for those competitive couples. Hungry? Get stuck into delicious primavera stone-baked pizza while you sip on delish cocktails and craft beer.
Grab your beau and head to ROAMDOME VR for its epic episodic experiences. Immerse yourselves and work together in cool games like The Diamond Skull or Patient Zero. Once finished, enjoy some crazy golf, augmented darts or grab a bite of American hot pizza and peri peri chips to eat.
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You can always rely on Treetop Adventure Golf for a fun date night plan in Leicester for adults. Compete with one another on the 18-hole crazy courses, which boast wacky tropical themes and colourful creatures. As for the food, you can expect delicious slices from Pizza Cabana such as Wham Bam Ham while sipping on mystical cocktails like the Goji Cosmo.
Whether you're doing it as a two or teaming up for a double date, Escape Leicester is a great way to bond with your other half. This is an immersive escape room experience, with 14 different themed rooms to choose from.
Get stuck into a 60-minute session, driven by stories and promising a range of puzzles and challenges. From battling aliens to being submerged in a submarine or fleeing a haunted cabin, there's something for everyone here.
While hopping over to Venice for a date to remember may be off the cards, this authentic gelato shop is bringing a slice of that Italian sunshine to the heart of Leicester. Swing by this St Martin's Square spot to load up on artisan ice cream created using the traditional churning method 'mantecazione'.
