Summer Date Night In London

Searching for summer date night ideas in London? Venture West to The Phoenix and you won't be disappointed. Not only is it one hell of a looker, with a vibrant garden terrace, but it's also got a range of street food, craft beers, cocktails and regular live music events.

To spend your summer date night basking in the sun of a gorgeous restaurant terrace, look no further than Union Social at The Gantry. Grab those last rays of the day while tucking into a range of international plates, all washed down with swish cocktails.

Make your couple's day out extra special with The BBQ Club on Southbank, where you'll all get to create and tuck into a six-course menu of flavourful food. This meal is interactive, with chefs giving you top tips for cooking on fire, including a guest appearance from Aaron Middleton.

Is there anything better than a summer date night? We thought not. Head to The Hari Hotel and Bar Terrace, a stunning outdoor spot in the heart of Knightsbridge, which serves delicious food with fabulous flowing drinks.

Knock the socks off your date by taking them to Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden, the stunning outdoor drinking den that comes complete with street food, cocktails and live entertainment. And for when you're watching the pennies? There's a generous happy hour with 2 for £10 cocktails and discounted fizz.

If you're looking for the ultimate summer date night, there's no better place to start than one of A Night Of's incredible live music evenings. Paying tribute to everything from Neo Soul to Whitney Houston, it's perfect for any musos looking for inspiration.

Funicular is back with their fabulous experience The Murdér Express Part Deux -Jewel Of The Empire at Pedley Street Station. Enjoy solving a murder mystery with your beau, while delving into a four-course menu from top-notch chef Louisa Ellis.

Taking you to tropical bliss from the heart of South London, Backyard Cinema is filled with amazing places to eat and drink this summer. Head here for the chance to graze on artisanal pizzas, juicy fried chicken and sexy burgers with immersive cinema to top off the date night.

For those looking to push the boat out, look no further than Aviary, a luxurious East London rooftop. Expect jaw-dropping views, botanical sips and a menu of swanky plates in the form of artichoke risotto and truffle arancini.

Need summer date night plans? Now you got 'em with London Bar Bus. Be sure to jump on this cool and quirky moving boozer for bespoke tipples, alongside a stunning backdrop of the city and its most iconic landmarks. 

Diogenes the Dog is the ultimate wingman, offering you a gorgeous setting for your date night. On top of that? It's home to fantastic food and drink; just check out the small yet dynamic wine list, as well as the Italian-inspired menu of small plates.

Score a bullseye with your other half at this fairground-themed social darts den. Boasting lashings of old-school ornaments and mouthwatering pizza platters to keep you fuelled up all night long, Flight Club is putting a fun spin on the competitive game.

Is there a better way to enjoy the lush weather with your beau than at an outdoor cinema? We thought not. Make your way to Marylebone Summer Film Night - Bohemian Rhapsody! at Paddington Street Gardens South for a top-notch screening, flowing cocktails and local eats.

A romantic choice for summer date ideas in London, Two More Years is a cool Hackney Wick studio concept and bar offering you tasty drinks a riverside views. On the menu? Organic wines, craft beers and beefy burgers galore.

Serve up the charm offensive with an evening at Vagabond. Tuck into a plethora of small plates and a fabulous collection of wine at this chic South London bar, oozing romantic vibes and intimate corners to boot.

Summer date nights in London have just got better with The Luna Cinema. Touting a pretty epic lineup of films, spanning from action-packed films such as No Time To Die, to much-loved classics including Pretty Woman, these flicks are bound to set hearts racing.

Looking for summer date night ideas in London? Rivoli Pop up Cinema should be firmly on your radar. Oozing romantic vibes with its scarlet interiors, plush seating and tasty refreshments, this place will have you swooning over some legendary movies in no time. 

This West London gem is ideal for an afternoon of craft brews and sunbathing in their bold circus-themed beer garden. However, when the sun goes down the party continues as Aeronaut transforms into an impressive spectacle of cabaret and burlesque performances.

When it comes to summer in the city, there's no better way to spend a balmy evening than by tucking into top quality cuisine in the buzzing Borough Market. Arthur Hooper's offers some of the tastiest Mediterranean plates around, washed down with fruity spritzes and fine wines.

Open from Thursday to Sunday throughout summer, Skylight at Tobacco Dock is a sprawling roof terrace offering mega views, cosy private booths and quintessentially British lawn games - in other words, it's the date night destination of dreams.

Whether you're the kinda couple who love to watch the sports alfresco or just came for the ice cold Pimm's and your own sun lounger, The Coat and Badge is ideal for a summery daytime date in London.

With refreshing cocktails and views over Wimbledon, 601 Queen's Road is - quite literally - a top spot for a romantic date. All you have to do is take your pick between a leisurely weekend brunch, midweek drink or dinner of sustainable nosh and let the all-day restaurant and bar do the rest.

Cocktails in the City offers you the ultimate location for a summer date night in West London. Taking place in a stunning garden, you can enjoy the sunshine while sipping tasty cocktails and tucking into delicious street food to the sounds of live music.

One of the City's best rooftop destinations, Jin Bo Law is a no brainer for a summer first date in London. Inside, the bar is sure to impress with snap-worthy Asian-inspired interiors, whilst the terrace features unbeatable views across the capital's skyline.

For those looking for something a little different, Swingers West End is a hole in one. Delivering the fun all year round, this seaside promenade-themed crazy golf shack is complete with 18 courses, two special bars and a wooden boardwalk serving all kinds of street food.

Spend a romantic evening onboard a charming Dutch boat, courtesy of Barge East. Fawn over the historic features whist the kitchen cooks up a selection of plates, including barbecued cuttlefish, spiced aubergine and roast dinners.

Tasty food? Bottomless drinks? Live music? If those sound like the ingredients for a perfect summer date night to you, then you'd be right. Head over to Rotunda in King's Cross for their BBQ party, which includes two plates of grub and unlimited bubbles.

Need a swish venue to take your take on? Aspen and Meursault is a fab spot that features a tonne of vino to choose from, alongside sumptuous charcuterie spreads, boozy cheese boards and spicy chorizo bites.

Embracing Peckham Levels' creative theme, Near & Far is a gorgeous bar bringing you stylish interiors and potent cocktails. Grab a seat in the retro den and take in panoramic city views as you quaff on concoctions featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Find yourself there at the weekend? Raise a glass at their Mexican-inspired bottomless brunch.