Valentine's Day Restaurants in London

Valentine's Day is the ideal night to bring your partner to Opium, one of the capital's best secret bars. Tucked away off the bustling streets of Soho, you have to find its nondescript green door and get buzzed up through the staircase to enter. Once in, there's a delightful Dim Sum and cocktail den made from oriental décor and Chinese furniture contrasting with London flourishes. Their menu takes the same attitude as the interior, fusing traditional Dim Sum flavours with contemporary London tastes.

Perfect for showing that someone special that you care, this gorgeous restaurant in Marylebone is a top spot for getting all romantic this V-Day with tasty crab and delicious cocktails.

Add some South American spice to your Valentine's Day at Martin Morales' Andina. The Shoreditch outpost is a laidback and colourful affair, attempting to recreate the homely and authentic flavours found in the depths of Peru, from pisco sours through to ceviche. 

Treat your loved one to a romantic evening with non-stop live music at The Piano Works. Indulge in a 3 course meal with a glass of sparkling wine while 2 piano vocalists and accompanying musicians play your song requests. You are sure to be drunk in love by the end of your visit.

If you're a forward-thinking couple but want to stop phones from interrupting your Valentine's date night, enter Inamo Soho with a solution: the first fully interactive ordering system, beamed onto the table. Their pan-Asian menu is ordered through interactive table-tops, where you can watch the chefs at work, choose your own tablecloth and play games like battleships.

Powder Keg Diplomacy is the perfect quirky restaurant to take your girlfriend or boyfriend on Valentine's Day. The interiors are decked out with colonial stylings and their food menu basks in that heritage also. The kitchen offers a variety of British dishes inspired by centuries of recipes from the country, whereas all the ingredients are sourced from the UK. 

One of London's most Instagrammed spots, Restaurants Ours has got the goods for a slap-up date. A 10/10 in the looks department, the warehouse-style space is covered head-to-toe in flowers and plants, while the menu will have you muttering sweet nothings with their choice of South American plates.

Wine is the way to our hearts and Humble Grape Fleet Street has bottles of the stuff in abundance. From South African reds through to French whites, there's plenty of plonk to go around, along with an historic location of renovated church crypts, and a hearty British menu to soak up some of that booze.

One of London's most iconic locations, Quaglino's is an unforgettable space to spend Valentine's Day in London. The art-deco style restaurant will be putting on their usual feast of seafood and British dining in a charmed £80 set menu, along with cocktails that are sheer works of art.

For a venue as sexy as your date, Craft London is certainly a showstopper. Part of renowned chef Stevie Parle's empire, the British-inspired spot has incredible views over the Thames and Greenwich, along with a swirling, other-world quality to the decor.

One of Soho's prettiest eateries, Scarlett Green is a perfect spot for a fun and intimate Valentine's Day meal. With a great set menu of internationally-inspired eats and delicate cocktails, it's sure to impress you and your other half.

Lokhandwala is a beautiful Indian restaurant that's perfect for a Valentine's Day dinner in London, especially as you'll be treated to a delicious four-course set menu with a glass of Champagne all in their exotic surroundings.

Looking for an intimate location in the heart of London? Look no further than this Fitzrovia favourite, where you can choose from sumptuous dinner picks, tasty brunch at the weekend and hand-crafted drinks. There's even a stunning terrace if you're looking for a little alfresco lovin'.

So you want something fancy? World-renowned Nobu in Shoreditch should cut it, with an uber modern interior and sushi worth writing home about. If you're feeling really indulgent, this swanky restaurant has rooms upstairs to make a night of it.

Fancy a good old rump come Valentine's Day? M Restaurant should be at the top of your list for a excellent steak, with meat sourced from across the globe. If you want something lighter, head to M Raw for high quality sushi and fine wine.

It might be a bit chilly for rooftop, alfresco dining in February, but that shouldn't stop you from taking a romantic trip to the Aviary. The stylish restaurant bar has spectacular views across London from its heated rooftop terrace, sitting on the tenth floor of the Montcalm Royal London House Hotel in Finsbury Square. Their cocktail list is packed with botanically themed mixes and their a la carte food menu features classic dishes from both the land and sea. 

Inject some of that famous French passion into your Valentine's Day date night at the completely gorgeous Cigalon. The Provençal  restaurant creates a medley of southern French dishes uses the freshest ingredients, from grilled lamb rump to roasted cod.

Head to the iconic Sanderson this Valentine's Day for plates as pretty as pictures in a famous Art Deco space. Start with a cocktail in the renowned Long Bar, before heading in for grilled plates with an Asian flair, set to a backdrop of warming brass and copper tones.

The perfect restaurant date is often made by the atmosphere and that's where Levant Bar shines. The menu is packed with authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes, ideal for the two of you to share. But once the evening kicks in, the restaurant comes alive with belly dancers and general revelry to keep you and your partner laughing all through the night.

If you're low-key lovebirds then Absurd Bird is your best bet this Valentine's Day. Head on over to Soho or Spitalfields  for a romantic evening of chicken, beer and staring wistfully into each others eyes, it's sure to be a cracker. 

This gorgeous Hackney restaurant is just the ticket if you're looking for a Valentine's restaurant with a difference. Offering a stunning set menu of crab soup with oyster tempura, duck breast, or a wild mushroom risotto for plant-based eaters, it's one of the top spots for some romantic dining in East London.

The Botanist is a suave restaurant that constantly plays host to the most trendy and sophisticated of London's young professionals, and it's that standard which makes it one of the best places to take your partner on Valentine's Day. They deliver fine dining with their flavourful menu of European and British cuisine, while the bar serves a wonderful selection of beers, wines and seasonal cocktails.

Treat the one you love to that private members club opulence without forking out for a membership fee at the Mews of Mayfair. Hidden away in a historic courtyard, the restaurant offers premium British cuisine, while the drinks range from vintage champagne to trendy cocktails. This is perfect for a luxury Valentine's Day restaurant in London for your partner.

The London Steakhouse Co Chelsea are welcoming you round for Valentine's Day in London, offering the finest cuts of meat, alongside fantastic drinks, all in the ambience of one of the most suave venues in town. 

Set in the heart of the hustle and bustle of King's Street in Chelsea, Ritorno is bringing a taste of Milan to London. Interiors are a gorgeous Jewellery box-mix, with marble-like bar tops, swirling wall paper, and booths to snuggle up in, while food is a rich choice of Italian plates.

Request your love songs all night and have them played by 2 pianists from 5pm followed by a 6 piece band till 1am and a DJ until 2am. With California Cones prepped to infuse your night with flavour and creative cocktail collections that'll give you more than just butterflies. Decide the playlist and dance the night away to the sound of more than simple sweet nothings.

A name that is synonymous with beautiful brunching, Bourne & Hollingsworth building also knows how to put on a gorgeous dinner offer. Located in Islington, the botany-stuffed townhouse is a plant lover's paradise, complete with a menu of seasonal British dishes.

Celebrate love with a side of delicious dim sum as Ping Pong Soho is bringing you slick interiors and seriously good food this February 14th, alongside a complimentary Valentine's cocktail with your meal.

With slinky interiors and an impressive menu, Leicester Square Kitchen is a top choice on the most romantic day of the year. Expect Peruvian and Mexican small plates or head to May Fair Kitchen for Meditteranean-inspired feasting.

Cinnamon Bazaar merges Indian heritage with urban London to create a cross-cultural dining experience, featuring sharing plates of delicious food and a communal attitude. Share some plates with your partner, drink the cocktails designed by the renowned Mr Lyan, and enjoy this fun Valentine's Day restaurant in London.

What says I love you better than pizza? Head to Radio Alice's Clapham and Hoxton sites, where you can bond over finger-lickin' slices. Plus, there's even a free glass of fizz per person for all advanced bookings. Now that's love.