Best Restaurants to Visit This Valentine's Day
A truly romantic restaurant sets the stage for an unforgettable Valentine's Day. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner in a cosy, dimly lit setting or a rooftop restaurant with stunning skyline views, we’ve rounded up the best restaurants to make this Valentine’s Day one to remember.
1. Aviary Rooftop Restaurant and Bar
Sat high above the city, Aviary Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers an intimate and enchanting setting for a romantic evening. With breathtaking panoramic views, the rooftop provides the perfect backdrop for sunset cocktails and starlit dinners.
For £75 per person, enjoy a luxury six course menu that boasts gourmet dishes crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Start with a glass of Joseph Perrier Champagne and an amuse bouche before indulging in a selection of exquisite dishes.
Highlights include a miso glazed lobster to start, main courses such as a Cornish turbot king prawn risotto or a wild Suffolk venison, followed by a refreshing Champagne sorbet before indulging in a selection of decadent desserts. Finish your meal with rich, velvety salted caramel chocolate truffles, adding that extra touch of love and indulgent to your experience.
Aviary Rooftop Bar is a perfect destination for all this Valentine’s Day with a menu carefully catered to vegetarians and vegans - because this spot truly is a must-visit destination. For an extra touch of romance, opt for a secluded table near the edge of the rooftop, where you can take in the mesmerising skyline while toasting to love and shared memories.
2. Gaucho
Gaucho offers an unparalleled romantic dining experience, blending Argentinian sophistication with an intimate, luxurious ambiance. Known for its sumptuous steaks, fine wines, and candlelit atmosphere, Gaucho is the perfect setting for a memorable evening with a loved one.
With restaurants all across the UK, Gaucho has crafted a Valentine’s menu that promises to evoke all the senses. Priced at £55 per person, this exclusive Valentine’s menu features a range of indulgent dishes from Black Truffle and Wild Mushroom Fugazzeta to a range of specialist sharing steaks. For an added touch of intimacy, this menu includes a bottle of wine to share and a delicious sharing dessert of Strawberry and Raspberry Mille-Feuille.
Available 13th, 14th and 15th February, make sure to book a table at a Gaucho restaurant near you and enjoy an indulgent meal in a passionate and sophisticated setting where love and culinary excellence come together effortlessly.
London
- Gaucho Broadgate
- Gaucho Canary Wharf
- Gaucho City
- Gaucho Covent Garden
- Gaucho Hampstead
- Gaucho Piccadilly
- Gaucho Richmond
- Gaucho Sloane Avenue
- Gaucho The O2
- Gaucho Tower Bridge
Regions
Scotland & Wales
3. The Ivy Collection
The magic of The Ivy brasserie’s surroundings have always been the perfect backdrop for love to flourish. Available from 12th February – 16th February from 11:30am – close, The Ivy is offering a special three-course menu featuring a selection of new dishes crafted with love, including the divine ‘Cupid’s Love Heart’ dessert.
The Ivy adds an extra special touch to this special occasion, gifting every couple with a limited-edition Forever Rose, a timeless memento and beautiful keepsake of your romantic celebration.
Experience more than just a romantic evening for two - make new memories, share intimate moments, and be part of the storied tradition of romance at The Ivy restaurants.
Discover one of The Ivy restaurants near you here.
4. King Street Townhouse
Renowned for its stunning rooftop terrace and breathtaking views of Manchester’s skyline, King Street Townhouse sets the scene for a magical evening, whether sipping champagne under the stars or enjoying a candlelit dinner in a stylish, intimate setting.
Available 14th and 15th February, choose two courses for £34 or three courses for £39 and savour unforgettable flavours. Start with Irish Rock Oysters, the perfect prelude to a romantic meal before indulging in dishes like aged beef tartare, brioche & black truffle chicken and black forest artic roll with a Belgian chocolate mousse and Kirsch-soaked cherries.
King Street Townhouse makes for an unforgettable romantic destination this Valentine’s Day, inviting couples to unwind at the hotel’s luxurious spa and infinity pool overlooking the city.
Whether you’re looking for a date spot or for a romantic overnight stay, King Street Townhouse provides the perfect blend of luxury and romance, creating a Valentine’s Day celebration that will be cherished forever.
5. Sky Lounge - Leeds
With floor-to-ceiling windows that frame stunning views of the city skyline, Sky Lounge Leeds provides a mesmerising backdrop for an intimate evening.
Available from 3-9pm on Friday 14th February, Sky Lounge is serving a bottomless brunch for £42 per person. Including two-courses and bottomless drinks for 90 minutes, this makes for a perfect setting for couples or groups of friends looking to mark the occasion with elegance and fun!
Enjoy a range of expertly crafted classic cocktails, prosecco and a range of spirits accompanied with a choice of delicious brunch dishes. Highlights include chicken ‘n’ waffles with buttermilk fried chicken strips and spiced maple syrup, a grilled Cumberland spiral sausage with streaky bacon, caramelised onion and a fried egg and creamy carbonara croquettes with tomato mascarpone sauce.
This Valentine’s menu caters to all with a range of vegetarian and vegan options including a Panzanella salad and a roasted portobello mushroom cooked in a garlic white bean purée and served on a charred malted bloomer.
Under the stunning city night lights, every moment at Sky Lounge Leeds feels effortlessly romantic.
These restaurants offer the perfect setting to make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable, so book your table, savour the moment, and let love (and delicious food) take centre stage!