Top 20 Date Ideas In London

The Jazz Café is the perfect date idea in London for the partner who loves music. The place has hosted names as famous as Amy Winehouse and continues to be one of the most fun Jazz experiences in the capital. You have the choice of getting down and dirty on the dance floor or sitting down for a meal on their mezzanine restaurant, or make a whole night of it and do both!

The cinema is the quintessential date idea, so why not join a fantastic venue with classic films. The Grand plays some great throwbacks in their Victorian-era listed building and, after the flick, the venue hosts amazing DJs playing some great tunes, which makes it an ideal place to spend all night with your date.

Hidden away from the bustling streets of Chinatown, Opium is one of the best ways to impress your date by showing off a wonderful hidden bar that serves fantastic cocktails. The interior is oriental themed with a twist of the contemporary London feel and each cocktail is crafted with care from a variety of exciting ingredients. 

Powering up in Canary Wharf this winter, Electric Shuffle is an all-new concept from the minds behind Flight Club. Add a dash of competition to your date as you take on the traditional game of shuffleboard with a unique technological spin, and plenty of food and drink along the way. 

The soundtrack is all electro, with the party arriving on Friday and Saturday. There's also the Confession Box downstairs, a speakeasy bar that serves a wide selection of cocktails, whiskies and beers for when you're done with the arcade games and ready for more adult conversation. 

Using state-of-the-art technology, Puttshack have taken humble mini golf game to new highs. Head to Shepherds Bush for this fun and innovative way to play golf, and grab some tasty food and drink in the process.

The Six Storeys offers, you guessed it, six floors of fun. Serving bottomless brunch on the weekend, with lunch and dinner throughout the week, the bar's many different faces caters for a variety of different moods. This is perfect to give off that private members' club impression without actually being a member, as well as a bit of fun alone time.

From the state-of-the-art technology to the delicious pizza, Flight Club has got what you need for a date with a difference. Check out their third venues across London for fairground themed interiors, slushy cocktails and a great vibe.

Rehab is fast creating a reputation for itself as one of Hackney's most relaxed, carefree bars. Open in the site of a former dilapidated laundry, the bar serves its guests a selection of craft beers, organic wines and vegan grub in a cosy setting.

Headed to North London and looking for a unique idea for a date in the city? If you're partial to dinner with a difference, join Inamo Camden not only for their interactive tables where gaming and touch-point ordering comes as standard, their Pan Asian dining is heralded.

Hide away into the intimate setting of 68 and Boston and soak up the good time together. The professional mixologists can create a number of drinks for you and your date from a selection of international spirits, spices and fruits, or you can chose to drink one of their many wines. This is the best date idea in London for a relaxed atmosphere, quality drinks and amazing conversation.

This venue is a whimsical affair, taking inspiration from the whacky world of Roald Dahl in such a charming way that you'll be entertained by the aesthetics alone. However, its interesting nature extends to the food, with dishes like pigs head croquettes with romesco will keep the conversation flowing all night. 

Even if you are the conversationalist of the year, sometimes you need a bit of assistance from a venue like Inamo Soho. The interactive ordering system is beamed onto the table, where you can choose your meal, see the chefs at work and even play battleships, which helps make it one of the best places to take your date in London whether it's your first date or your fiftieth. 

If you fancy a cool and quirky date with fun activities, this retro gaming haven could be the thing for you. Inject a little healthy competition into your night out, with delicious craft brews and classic cocktails, it's sure to snag you a second date.

This kooky hideaway in SW8 is a perfect spot for a brunch, afternoon tea or dinner date. To top it off, they host regular comedy nights, burlesque showcases and live music. 

Spice up your dinner plans with dinner and drinks on this gorgeous boat. The 114 year-old barge has been transformed to the ultimate romantic drinking and dining destination with delicious British fusion dishes and dreamy views, made even better by its sunset across the river.