Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in London

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Updated November 05, 2024

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Afternoon Tea at Grosvenor House

4.9

4.9 (456)

£26 to £40

Afternoon Tea

Marble Arch

About the restaurant

Offering the ultimate in British elegance, the Park Room brings a distinguished Afternoon Tea experience to the 5-star Grosvenor House Hotel. With a contemporary design, the Park Room offers a tranquil setting to relax away from busy London life.

With beautiful views overlooking the Royal Hyde Park, Park Room offers a seasonal twist on a traditional Afternoon Tea experience with delicate pastries hand crafted by our Executive Pastry Chef. A selection of Newby teas complements the new Afternoon Tea, with the option to add a glass of Champagne.

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Jennifer

Dined on Nov 18, 2024

Amazing tea experience! Our favorite thing to do in London! Live piano was lovely too!

CUT at 45 Park Lane

4.7

4.7 (535)

£41 and over

Steak

Mayfair

About the restaurant

A stunning venue in a stunning location, London’s CUT at 45 Park Lane restaurant presents the European debut of world renowned chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck. Set within the glamorous art deco Dorchester Collection hotel 45 Park Lane, CUT at 45 Park Lane restaurant mirrors almost exactly its award winning Beverly Hills counterpart, offering the same mouth watering steak and seafood menu, a similarly well crafted wine list and the same atmosphere of moneyed glamour and laid back sophistication. Surrounded by wood panelling and curtaining, lit by low level lamps and high chandeliers and with curved leather banquettes creating an intimate feel, the dining room is as ideally suited to business as to romance and special occasions. From possibly London’s best steaks to salads, lobster, whole roasted fresh fish, and so much more, Puck has created a menu to steal the heart of every one of CUT at 45 Park Lane’s visitors.

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Ömer

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

Food was great, servers were wonderful always with positive energy 👏👏

Sparrow Italia - Mayfair

4.6

4.6 (120)

£41 and over

Italian

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Sparrow is a modern Italian restaurant situated in the heart of Mayfair, London - featuring an expansive menu of comforting Italian and Mediterranean classics with creative twists. Sparrow offers a selection of pasta made fresh in-house daily and other wood-fired creations that exude bold flavors and high-quality, sustainable, and organic ingredients.
Please visit our website for dining policies including DRESS CODE https://sparrowitalia.com/know-before-you-go

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markvip

Dined on Nov 9, 2024

The service was excellent. The place was buzzing, so added to the ambience. Food was excellent, so overall, it was a great evening

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Experience

Sparrow Set Lunch Menu

Il Gattopardo

4.6

4.6 (31)

£41 and over

Italian

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Il Gattopardo is the quintessential Italian restaurant. A warm, inviting space that embodies the iconic era of La Dolce Vita. Playful yet elegant, Il Gattopardo connotes a casual sophistication.

The menu centres around Italian classics and modern interpretations of dishes from across Italy, created by Executive Chef Massimo Pasquarelli. His love of Italian produce and cooking, partnered with his extensive fine dining experience, ensures Il Gattopardo excels at creating a refined and elegant menu that focuses on authenticity albeit with contemporary, globally-inspired influences.

The cocktail menu features sections devoted to Apertitvo, Negronis, and Dopo Cena, whist the wine list offers over 450 bottles with a deep focus on Italian grape varieties, and in particular a large selection from Piedmont and Tuscany.

Join us for a taste of Italy in the heart of Mayfair, and discover the perfect blend of Italian charm and London sophistication.

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Kunitavip

Dined 6 days ago

Great interior, atmosphere and food, perfect for lunch and dinners

CLAP London

4.6

4.6 (30)

£41 and over

Japanese

Knightsbridge

About the restaurant

Get ready to experience a culinary revolution in the heart of London‘s Knightsbridge as CLAP Restaurant makes its debut this winter. Nestled within the One Hooper’s Court project, we’re set to redefine dining and nightlife, offering a captivating ambiance and delectable cuisine that promises to be unforgettable.

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Adeelavip

Dined 4 days ago

This was my first time visiting this restaurant, and after browsing the menu, I had really high expectations—and let me just say, they did not disappoint! The experience was simply WOW! The service, led by Marius, was top-notch. He was incredibly friendly, approachable, and always had a big smile on his face. We ordered a variety of dishes, and every single one was flawless—each dish tasted absolutely amazing. Without a doubt, this has become my new favorite restaurant in London! One of the highlights for me is that most of the menu is halal, and their mocktails are delicious. My friend had cocktails and thoroughly enjoyed them. After dinner, we headed to the lounge for more drinks, and the staff there were just as welcoming and customer-focused. What I truly loved about this place is that it’s not your typical pretentious central London restaurant. It’s sophisticated and high-quality, yet down-to-earth—a sentiment reinforced when we spotted Star Boy Saka dining there the same night as us! I can’t wait to visit again in the near future. Thank you to the team for such an incredible experience!

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4.5

4.5 (59)

£41 and over

Italian

Piccadilly

About the restaurant

Bardo St. James’s is an Italian restaurant bringing a multi-sensory experience; dishes using the best produce sourced from both the UK and Italy, a meeting place comprising a walk-in wine cellar with an extensive fine wine selection, private dining room, private lounge, and a beautiful long marble bar providing a gorgeous focal point for guests to enjoy a drink.
With a decor that complements a well thought out menu, expect opulent marble and solid wood flooring, Italian furnitures, bespoke Murano glass chandeliers and wall lights. Bardo isn’t confined to a food only experience. Playing host to a different live band each evening, guests can expect an engaging atmosphere that makes for an unforgettable night.

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Chimod

Dined on Jul 22, 2024

Simply fantastic. Very difficult to fault this establishment

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Experience

3 courses pre-Theatre Menu

Experience

2-courses pre-Theatre Menu

The Meat & Wine Co Mayfair

4.5

4.5 (24)

£41 and over

Steakhouse

Mayfair

About the restaurant

A fine dining restaurant in London that fuses African heritage and cuisine with modern culinary techniques and contemporary décor.

Each dish is planned and prepared carefully. From knowing exactly where our steak comes from and how it was raised, to sourcing local ingredients, and designing each new menu with seasonal produce in mind. This way, we know that our suppliers have the same values and take the same care when it comes to crafting exceptional meals for diners as we do.

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Danny

Dined on Oct 8, 2024

Food was amazing and the Service was fantastic. Lacked atmosphere as we were the only table in the restaurant. Would love to try again but for Dinner rather than lunch.

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Set Menu 1 - £79 per person

Ixchel Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar

4.4

4.4 (18)

£41 and over

Mexican

Chelsea

About the restaurant

At Ixchel London, we are infusing Chelsea with the authentic flavours of Mexico.

Our Head Chef, Ximena Gayosso, believes in only working with the best quality ingredients to create her authentic dishes. Drawing inspiration from her Mexican heritage and culinary expertise, she has designed a series of menus designed for sharing. Manuel Lema, our Head Bar Manager, has carefully curated our drinks menu, bringing years of experience and unparalleled expertise to deliver a unique selection of artisanal cocktails.

Inspired by the mythical Mayan goddess of the moon, our warm and charming space invites guests to embark on a culinary journey like no other. With vibrant flavours and meticulous attention to detail, every visit promises an unforgettable celebration of Mexico's rich culinary heritage.

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Samanthavip

Dined on Oct 15, 2024

Beautiful restaurant and the food was lovely! We’ll be back.

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Experience

LUNCH SET MENU

Thai Square Minories

4.3

4.3 (639)

£26 to £40

Thai

Tower Hill

About the restaurant

A striking Thai restaurant in the heart of London, Thai Square Minories is the perfect location for business meetings. Signature dishes are a must, in particular our Lamb Shank Panang, Tamarind Duck and Sweet Chilli Chicken.

Our Minories location is a stone’s throw from The Tower of London and since opening has been a favourite for those looking for a high-quality business meal. The Express Lunch is an especially popular option, as it offers quick Thai street food dishes that are only available at lunchtime.

With seating for 250 and a fully stocked cocktail bar serving plenty of Thai cocktails, including our signature Tom Yum Soup Cocktail, there’s sure to be something for all hungry and thirsty visitors.

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Andrew

Dined on Oct 17, 2024

The staff were amazing even though we came in late - the food was superb and the wine options were good for matching to the food choices

Junsei

4.3

4.3 (210)

£26 to £40

Yakitori

Marylebone

About the restaurant

Authentic Japanese Yakitori dining, with cocktails, sake, wine and an Omakase tasting experience.

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Yiwen

Dined on Nov 18, 2024

Really good food and amazing service. Recommend for family and friends get together. Rice donabe is a must have dish, but it takes 45mins to cook, so it’s better to order before.

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