Date Night In London

One of the London's most romantic lookouts, Skylight offers an atmospheric drinking spot in the clouds. Head down to Tobacco Dock and enjoy an evening of drinks, views and even a game of croquet if you're feeling it, or during winter, there's gorgeous iceskating.

The ultimate date night destination, Puttshack brings you great food and drink and one of the best mini golf experiences in London. With a state-of-the-art golf course that takes you through some mad twists and turns, you'll be making it a regular outing.

From unique cocktail experiences and French film screenings to themed bottomless brunches, Chelsea Funhouse is bringing you a whole range of quirky date night ideas in London. Pick your poison and prepare for something a little different with your boo.

When it comes down to nailing date night in London, heading to a laid-back spot boasting drool-worthy Mediterranean plates is a top choice. Head to Bellefields on Stockwell Avenue in Brixton, for a range of brunch and dinner plates, alongside a crackin' drinks selection. 

If you're in the mood for a quirky date night, head to Notting Hill's Little Yellow Door where The Flatmates are whipping up cocktails, flavoursome dishes and non-stop party vibes. Expect to feel right at home in the cosy surroundings, and to just have fun with your partner. 

Fronting cracking tunes from the likes of Whitney Houston and Disney classics, Covent Garden Social Club are bringing you an epic evening filled with talented musicians, a generous happy hour from 5 to 8pm and much more at this quirky date night affair.

Save up your pennies and get ready to wow your lucky other half at Insta-famous Restaurant Ours. Decked head to toe in botany, the warehouse space is one hell of a looker, along with serving magical cocktails and incredible sharing plates.

Fitz's boasts unique, decadent decor reminiscent of the 1920s, with original stained glass windows and flamboyant art features. To top it off, the bar features an exquisite cocktail menu, plus they host Negroni Thursdays with live music by The Cash Cows every week.

Whether you're looking to impress someone new or fancy an intimate night with your partner, 8 at The Londoner is the ideal spot for a romantic eve together. Not only does it boast gorge decor and pretty sky-high views, the restaurant also features a lip-smacking menu of Japanese fare.

Not far from Old Street roundabout, The Gibson is a dimly lit den of creative concoctions. Named after the cocktail, this small bar creates all sorts of weird tipples using seriously unusual ingredients; what's more, there's a live piano player on certain nights of the week.

You'll find a piece of Eden in Central London in the form of Eve, a place of temptation and indulgence. Their cocktails are theatrical and delicious, their surroundings are luxurious and the atmosphere is some of the best in the centre.

You've tried and tested a number of wine bars in London, but trust us you'll never find another quite like Vagabond. Dotted around the city, this unique collection of urban wineries provide a perfect date night location, with their handpicked selection of bottles you'd struggle to find elsewhere. 

If you're looking for fun things to do in London for couples, then Petersham Nurseries' offerings are just the ticket. From pasta masterclasses and florist classes to live music and food events in their restaurant, you can't go wrong when you spend time with your boo here.

The world's first fully-immersive molecular cocktail bar, ABQ is the only place where you'll be cooking up a storm inside a full-sized RV. Head to Hackney and prepare to flaunt those shaking skills across 2 unique drinks.

Upgrade your boring ol' date night plans with Sea Garden & Grill in Brixton. Inspired by the coast of Cornwall, foodies can expect to be treated to fresh ingredients and flavour-packed plates. Think surf 'n' turf or a crab bun with pickled kohlrabi and an oyster dressing. Yum.

Ready for a venue that oozes romance? Check out Bardo St James's for a top-notch Italian restaurant, slinging out everything from homemade rosemary focaccia to lobster tagliatelle and spaghetti with clams. Plus, there's fine wine to boot.

Angel's neighbourhood cocktail bar is a sure-fire way to impress on date night. To start with, it's from the same guys as Callooh Callay, so you can expect a banging list of cocktails made with great skill and imagination. The place offers a super chilled out vibe with cosy seating and attentive staff, and with Alice in Wonderland themed quirks never too far away, this is a must-try for date night close to Islington's buzzing Upper Street.

In need of un-bao-lievable date night plans? Venture to Yuu Kitchen on Commercial Street in Aldgate for Southeast Asian plates. Whether you're popping in for the bottomless brunch with free-flowing booze or sharing a succulent wagyu steak, this romantic hotspot is set to impress.

The Milestone Hotel and Residences are inviting you to join them for a special afternoon tea experience, as well as a James Bond-inspired dinner. At the latter, you'll get to enjoy canapés and Champagne on arrival, play casino games such as roulette, then tuck into a themed multi-course feast.

On the hunt for a sultry date night in London? Yup. Then make your way to The Alchemist in Canary Wharf with your beau. Enjoy exploring the exciting cocktail menu boasting creative concoctions, all while delving into mouthwatering plates, from steaks to salads in its beaut space.

Located in Mayfair, Ginza is the perfect place for date night. Why? It has a tonne of Japanese eats, from spicy tuna maki rolls to wagyu tartare and gorgeous sashimi platters. Plus, there's cocktails to boot including the Ginza Sour.

Offering a range of fun experiences for couples, this London hotel is going beyond the basic spa package. Join the Rubens team for cooking classes, gourmet dining nights and boozy afternoon teas throughout the summer.

Owned by celebrity chef Richard Corrigan, this restaurant in Mayfair offer up British and Irish cuisine that are reflective of the seasons. If you're looking for a new date spot, this is a great place for an intimate evening and a night of fresh oysters and a bit of bubbly. 

Jin Bo Law is one of the City's hottest additions; head up to the 14th floor of Dorsett City Hotel in Aldgate to find this rooftop gem. With Asian themes, bright decor and a roof terrace, the spot has all sorts of wow factor.

Fancy a good ol' laugh with your beau? Then you can always rely on The Covent Garden Comedy Club. With 20 years of experience, this best-loved event will be showcasing some of the finest acts, not only in the city but internationally, at the Freemasons Arms.

Aquavit brings a classic slice of New York cool to London as it opens in St James. The uber trendy restaurant is sure to blow any date away with Michelin-starred Nordic cuisine, extensive wine lists and swish interiors.

Not only does Salvador and Amanda offer classic tapas, tasty cocktails and sangria, but the entertainment while or after you dine is second-to-none. Expect live flamenco dancing on Wednesdays to really get you in the mood. 

Make your London date night restaurant one to remember at Ipanema Restaurant & Bar, where Brazilian pagode and samba await. Not only can you expect entertainment, but also the chance to tuck into feijoada and snacks for just £15 per person.

Head to Chancery Lane for a taste of authentic French cuisine and clean cut lines as Cigalon present the perfect date night in London for you. Inspired by the finest Provençal dishes, Cigalon has suppliers in the South of France to keep their food offering classic, seasonal and fresh.

As well as a collection of more than 200 types of rum, Burlock serves up a menu of authentic Cuban and Caribbean food to complement its cocktails. This Marylebone spot also has a  nifty cocktail list, with a unique happy hour offering deals from open until close and a Grasshopper Challenge donating £1 from each sale to human rights organisations.

We know that it's sometimes pretty hard to spruce up date night, so here's where Paintvine comes in. Cancel those borin' boozer plans and join one of their fantastic events which incorporate painting and sculpture with a few glasses of tipple. 

If you and your beau love to have a little fun on date night, you'll certainly want to check out Bethnal Green's Backyard Comedy Club. Expect to laugh your socks off with a fabulous lineup of up-and-coming or established comedians in the laidback space.

How about a romantic trip to the seaside without leaving the West End? Not only can you play crazy golf at Swingers, but you can enjoy their two themed bars, eat food in their seaside promenade-style restaurant, and loads more.

One of the prettiest bars in London, The Bloomsbury Club Bar is filled with twinkling lights and intimate corners. Named after the notorious writing set which included Virginia Woolf and E.M Forster, the bar is perfect for telling tales and whispering secrets, with cosy tables and a punchy cocktail list.

Treat your beau to an evening of top-notch food and drink with Hithe + Seek at The Westin London City hotel. Not only are they serving over 80 varieties of wine, but they also have a great selection of mains and small plates to satisfy your cravings.

Situated in Canary Wharf, Fairgame is a grand shout for date night with your sweetheart. Enjoy playing various childhood favourites such as Whac-A-Mole and plenty more all while wolfing down street food and sipping on creative cocktails.

If you're after London date ideas where you can get a bit competitive, then Oche The Strand is the venue for you. Not only do these guys front Michelin-trained chefs and a lineup of expertly crafted cocktails, but also dartboards to get stuck into.

If you fancy some live music for your next London date night, then DEBUT's secret concerts at hidden venues across the city are sure to wow. From museum rooftops to bohemian loft spaces, the settings for these shows are truly magical.

Flaunting slinky velvet seating, intimate lighting and an enticing lineup of events, Ricco Lounge was simply made for date nights. Kick off your evening with a couple of cocktails paired with sharing nibbles, before enjoying cabaret, jazz, comedy or anything else.

Discover one of London's most fun, best-kept secrets. In the underground of our iconic West End lies a hair-raising showcase of glamorous burlesque talent, from stunning circus acts to tantalising tassel-twirlers, making for a truly romantic date location.

Split across two levels, this romantic restaurant is serving all sorts of delicious Spanish food. Think moreish paella, fresh seafood and meaty dishes, all teamed up with an impressive selection of drinks and a photo-worthy interior. What more could you want?

Go all out and hire your own private bar for something a little intimate. Complete with your own music selection and a personal bartender, you can explore whatever spirits take your fancy. Perfect as a double date spot, or for just the two of you - we've even heard rumour of proposals taking place here...

The masterminds behind the successful Nightjar bar have now their attention towards Covent Garden, offering London's many young couples a great date night in the form of Swift bar. Using an arsenal of international spirits, fruits and spices, and promising a quick turn around for each drink, the expert team of mixologists serve both classic and inventive cocktails to its guests. 

Spice up your date night by treating your better half to this special pop-up at Ham Yard Hotel. Taking place on the rooftop terrace in collaboration with The Nature and Spirit of Japan, this event includes a The House of Suntory drinks tasting, delicious cocktails and creative masterclasses.

Grab your beau and check out The Murdér Express Part Deux -Jewel Of The Empire an immersive dining experience. Not only does this involve plenty of top-notch entertainment, but also a mouthwatering four-course menu.

All aboard The Tattershall Castle for laughs abound, thanks to The Boat Show Comedy Club. Expect a range of brilliant names on the lineup, from well-known to up-and-coming, that are sure to make your sides split. And afterwards? There's a nightclub 'til 2am.

If you've got a date night on the horizon, impress them with a trip to Disrepute. The Soho bar echoes the hedonism and artistic expression of the Sixties, offering you a stunning list of cocktails and wines, which you can sip together while enjoying the buzz of snazzy jazz tunes.

If you and your beau are both fans of the hit TV show, then you'll absolutely love this immersive experience, Peaky Blinders: The Rise. Together, you'll complete challenges and interact with characters, or simply kick back in the pub and advise the Shelby family on their business affairs.

Speakeasy cocktail bar Call Me Mr Lucky is hidden away underneath The Breakfast Club's London Bridge venue. From the quirky and kitsch interiors to the fun drinks list, including a dragon fruit margarita and 'tia Mamma Mia', this place is perfect for a cool date night.

Whether you're after classy cocktails or a full-blown meal, Circus will put the dazzle back into date night. Head to Covent Garden as the stylish venue serves up sharing Pan-Asian dishes, all while an amazing roster of entertainment shines on with acrobats, burlesque and fire-eaters.

There's nothing more romantic than wine, and no one does it quite like Humble Grape. Come here for a date and you'll be treated to 30 glasses and 400+ bottles of biodynamic wine, as well as a variety of British small plates.

A sexy spot in its own right, Heritage Soho is the ultimate destination for date night. Together, you can indulge in a pot of oozing fondue and knock back quirky cocktails, all in a sleek and stylish alpine-inspired setting with moody lighting.

Sometimes, there's so much hype surrounding a bar that the experience fails to match your expectations. With Nightjar in Shoreditch and Soho that is absolutely not the case. Constantly celebrated as one of the best drinking dens in the world, it's the irresistible set-up combining beautifully mixed drinks with soothing, serenading live music that makes this prized bar so good if you're pulling out all the stops for date night.

Upgrade your boring ol' date night and let your hair down with Liverpool Street's Scandal at Rake's Brunch. Sink your teeth into mouthwatering brekky-style eats, all while sipping on quaffable bevvies. As for entertainment? Expect a lineup of dancers to DJs.

Your first task on the next London date night is finding this luscious drinking spot; once you descend downstairs be embraced by BYOC's 1920s-style venue complete with black jack tables, vintage roulette and the expert bartenders.

If you're looking for somewhere swanky to impress your beau, Colonel Saab will be there with bells on. Decked out with opulent chandeliers, sultry red tones and quirky wall art, this restaurant is an ideal spot to indulge in a high-quality Indian fare.

Somewhere in amongst the hustle and bustle of Islington's Upper Street lies Hoxley and Porter; a dream of a date night destination promising an experience completely different to the norm. Escape to this lair of intoxicating liquors and discover the fineries of a venue styled as an opulent first-class train carriage from a bygone era.

When it comes to date night plans, NHow London has got you covered. This wacky hotspot has a range of vibrant features that are sure to lift the mood, from neon signage to quirky chairs and artwork. As for bevvies? Quaff a few bevvies together from the epic drinks list.

Oozing style and finesse, the Maltby Street Wine House is the ideal venue for those of you in need of date night plans. Head inside, to enjoy an array of first-class serves with your other half, all before devouring the epic selection of bar snacks, from olives to bruschetta and sharing platters.

Date night with a difference comes in the form of The Double R Club, a destination for all things weird and wonderful. Expect everything from Lynchian cabaret and burlesque bolstered by twisted rock 'n' roll, to comedy or live music at this Bethnal Green hangout.

Make your date night one to remember with Ochre, the National Gallery restaurant whipping up sumptuous British fare at Trafalgar Square. Better yet, the super swish space is bound to impress and be perfect for any couple's pics.

Bringing a dash of Parisian romance to the heart of South London, Toulouse Lautrec is one of the quirkiest places in the city for a date night. Oozing with romance, this swish spot serves up the finest in French cuisine alongside a wide array of live entertainment. 

Perfect for anyone that's bored of brushing elbows and awkwardly bumping into people at packed out bars, The Basement Shoreditch is a venue that combines expertly-made cocktails with attentive hosting and an unbeatable music playlist.

Set in what was a former public conveniences, The Bermondsey Arts Club is as stylish and suave as cocktail bars come. Designed with art deco gumption and a contemporary persuasion, you'll find a bespoke space of unique furniture pieces where you can experience their hand crafted liquid extravagances in the form of their cocktail list. 

With delicious steaks and impressive cocktails on the menu, from the City to Chelsea, Marco Pierre White and James Ogilvie Robertson's restaurant makes for a stylish choice on date night. Expect old-school service, with knowledgeable waiters available to help with everything from wine decisions to an excellent dessert.

The ultimate date night for musical theatre fans, The Phoenix Arts Club brings together a unique lineup of West End stars and cabaret performers every weekend, whether you're heading over for an evening out or enjoying afternoon tea and a side of striptease.

Louche is a gorgeous cocktail lounge and live music venue in Soho. Taking over a townhouse on Greek Street, this pretty bar offers a swoon-worthy setting for date nights, serving a long list of signature connections to a soundtrack of live jazz, piano recitals and house DJ sets.

Run out of ideas for date night in the city? Purgatory Bar has got you sorted. Just a short distance from Victoria station, this suave spot is home to a plethora of tasty concoctions, all served with a side of theatre. If the sun is shining, enjoy each other's company on the outdoor terrace.

On the hunt for fun date night activities in London? Callooh Callay's got a whole load of fun classes and workshops that are ideal for couples, from a fabulous Moet & Chandon Champagne tasting event to the chance to make your own candle.

One of the world's best bar is tucked away on the Bethnal Green High Street. Coupette is an old boozer that's been stripped back to exposed brick walls and serves a French-inspired menu, including some unique cider selections.