Best Romantic Restaurants in London

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1. Bocconcino Soho

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 61 times today

Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.

2. The Soho Social

4.6

Exceptional(22)

Price: Moderate

• British • Soho

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to our café and restaurant in the heart of London, where culinary excellence and warm hospitality come together to create a memorable dining experience.Nestled amidst the vibrant streets of London, our establishment combines the charm of a café with the sophistication of a restaurant, offering a haven for food enthusiasts. We take pride in serving delectable dishes inspired by the diverse and dynamic culinary landscape of this iconic city.Whether you're joining us for a leisurely brunch, a business lunch, or a romantic dinner, our dedicated team is here to make your experience truly exceptional. We look forward to becoming your go-to destination for a delightful and unforgettable culinary journey in London.

3. Forty Dean Street

4.6

Exceptional(3801)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 31 times today

Forty Dean Street is the pinnacle of affordable Italian cuisine in busy Soho. We are a small, family run restaurant dedicated to providing incredible food at incredible prices. Our set menu boasts a variety of sensational dishes built around fresh, seasonal produce and has customers coming back on a daily basis. Our à la carte menu is a favourite with our regulars, the media crowd and tourists alike.Italian food has been served at Forty Dean Street for more than 17 years, so we like to think there’s nothing we haven’t mastered. So pop in for an Aperol Spritz!We are fully Covid-19 certified by Food Alert.

4. L'Escargot

4.7

Exceptional(674)

Price: Expensive

• French • Soho

Booked 30 times today

To welcome in 2025 we are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £20 for 2 courses and £25 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain for the whole of January.L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French dishes. Favourite dishes include French onion soup, Lobster bisque, oysters, Tournedos "Rossini", grilled lobster, Chateaubriand and of course snails ! L'Escargot was voted one of the most romantic restaurants in London and is a perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. If you want to come in just for a drink, upstairs there is a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and a bar snack menu.The restaurant has welcomed celebrities such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon. and was a favourite of Princess DianaL'Escargot is located close to all the major West-End theatres, which makes it an excellent pre and post theatre dining spot.

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5. Ristorante Frescobaldi London

4.6

Exceptional(626)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 2 times today

Ristorante Frescobaldi London, is the first standalone restaurant and wine bar from Italy’s oldest and most respected wine dynasty; Frescobaldi and The Good Food Society. Set in one of Mayfair’s most iconic mews, Frescobaldi London serves fresh Italian dishes in a spacious and stylish environment, all complemented with the finest Tuscan wines. The restaurant also has a serene out-door terrace away from the hustle and bustle of Regent Street, perfect for brisk lunches, after-work cocktails and leisurely dinners.

6. Andrew Edmunds

4.7

Exceptional(2084)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Soho

Booked 34 times today

Established in 1985, Andrew Edmunds is considered one of the last bastions of 'old Soho'. This 18th century town house has, for more than thirty years, attracted many loyal customers. A relaxed atmosphere, seasonal menu and famous but reasonably priced wine list have ensured our enduring popularity.

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7. Imad's Syrian Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(1025)

Price: Moderate

• Syrian • Soho

Booked 51 times today

“In Syrian culture, we can’t make any journey without first planning the food. If you decide to go to the cinema, you plan what you’ll eat. If you plan to visit your mother, you know that you’re going to eat. There’s no going out without eating something.”-Imad AlarnabImad Alarnab was a successful restaurateur in Damascus with three restaurants, plus several juice bars and cafes. In the war, Imad's restaurants were destroyed and he was forced to flee the country in search of safety for his family. Making his way from Lebanon through Europe, Imad shared his skills cooking for other refugees, up to 400 at a time, and found even in the most challenging times, his passion for food and bringing people together to celebrate life was strong.

8. Happy

4.4

Awesome(4343)

Price: Moderate

• European • Leicester Square

Booked 191 times today

A family-friendly casual dining group with over 40 sites across Europe. Located at the heart of London, you can’t miss our bright and beautiful flagship restaurant in Piccadilly Circus, London. Happy London was proud to win Best Restaurant in London and Best Hospitality Team in the UK at the British Restaurant Awards.For bookings of 6 or more, please email bookings@happyrestaurants.com

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9. Whitcomb's at The Londoner

4.4

Awesome(808)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Leicester Square

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to a corner of the French Mediterranean. Nestled between London’s St James and Soho, Whitcomb’s serves modern interpretations of classic dishes found along the sunny stretches of the French and Italian rivieras. Simple yet elegant cuisine, prepared à la minute.As a West End restaurant, Whitcomb’s is ideal for pre- and post-theatre dining, set just a stone’s throw away from theatres such as the London Coliseum, Gielgud Theatre, Duke of York’s Theatre, and many more. Whitcomb’s also serves a delicious Express Lunch menu, perfect for business lunches or a break from shopping on the nearby Regent Street and Bond Street.Join us to bask in the sunshine on our summer terrace by Veuve Clicquot, a spot for alfresco dining on Leicester Square, serving Champagne tasting flights, cocktails, oysters and fresh cuisine.Before your dining experience, we invite you to enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the neighbouring gin bar Joshua's Tavern or in the Japanese rooftop garden, 8 at The Londoner.

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10. Estiatorio Milos – London

4.7

Exceptional(2162)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Piccadilly

Booked 27 times today

Winner of The Harden’s award for The Best Fish & Seafood London Restaurant of the Year 2017 and OpenTable Dinners Choice Award for the last six years. Recognised as one of the finest Mediterranean seafood restaurants in the world, Estiatorio Milos was founded by acclaimed chef and restaurateur Costas Spiliadis. Milos is celebrated for serving the freshest, most pristine fish flown in daily from the Mediterranean and for sourcing the highest-quality ingredients. The consistently impeccable service and welcoming spirit has made Milos an unparalleled culinary destination in Montreal, New York, Athens, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Cabos, Dubai, London and Milos at Sea.

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Erwin
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Back here for our 3rd anniversary and our waiter Danny made it the most special night!!! The personality, the service and the humour made everything 10x more special! We cant wait to spend each and every anniversary going forward here all thanks to Danny! He adds that special touch ! As always the food didnt disappoint and ill highly recommend the lobster ravioli.
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Forty Dean StreetPrice: Expensive• Italian• Soho
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4.6
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Tobias
Munich •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Awesome! Very nice restaurant with very good food. Our waiter were very friendly and always with us. We're happy to come back. Thank you for this lovely evening.
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L'EscargotPrice: Expensive• French• Soho
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4.7
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B.VIP
Toronto / Ontario •46 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Popular place with an excellent vibe. The cocktails were well made. The tacos were most impressive, with some of the best corn tortillas I have ever had; the chicken tacos should be top of your list of items to try.
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The Soho SocialPrice: Moderate• British• Soho
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4.6
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carmineVIP
London •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic Italian restaurant Super friendly people So easy to book and accommodating our host was more than happy to take the time to explain the various dishes on the menu and making recommendations We started with the carpaccio and burrata which was outstanding and then mains of truffle pasta and steak which were also superb In fact the experience was so good that we are returning tonight for our last meal in London! We would have no hesitation in highly recommending this lovely restaurant for quality of its food, service and ambience Try it you won’t be disappointed!
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Bocconcino SohoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Soho
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4.4
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Suzanne
Phoenix / Arizona •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Well, it’s almost Christmas so I don’t know how it will look the rest of the year but right now the ambiance is perfect, the decor is stunning, and the service was impeccable.
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Ristorante Frescobaldi LondonPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Mayfair
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4.6

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343 restaurants available nearby

1. Bocconcino Soho

2. The Soho Social

3. Forty Dean Street

4. L'Escargot

5. Ristorante Frescobaldi London

6. Andrew Edmunds

7. Imad's Syrian Kitchen

8. Happy

9. Whitcomb's at The Londoner

10. Estiatorio Milos – London

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