It’s less than a month left now for the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day. If you haven’t booked that table yet, it’s time to do it. Here is Foodepedia’s list to suit all budgets. With new additions added regularly.
Come for Dinner Stay the Night, TRIBE
This Valentine’s Day, TRIBE Canary Wharf invites friends and lovers alike to celebrate love with their Romantic Escapes room package and a one-night-only special set menu at in-house restaurant, Feels Like June
.The menu highlights include a lobster with garlic butter, slow-cooked beef short rib with wholegrain mustard mash.
To elevate the evening Feels Like June is also doing a special sharing Cocktail Cupido for couples to share that evening.
Those looking to go the extra mile this Valentine’s Day are invited to check in for a romantic stay, being welcomed into a night of romance with a bottle of wine, and chocolate-dipped strawberries for the perfect aphrodisiac snack.
Starting at £50 per person for a three course meal.
Miso Glazed Seabass, ‘A Little Romance’ Hotel Saint
Situated in the heart of London’s Square Mile, Hotel Saint occupies a prime location at the intersection of several vibrant London neighbourhoods, including Spitalfields, Shoreditch and Whitechapel.
Guests can enjoy an intimate dinner featuring a specially crafted set menu at The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen, from £55 per person.
From Baked Camembert with Truffle, to Burrata and Tuna Tartare for starters.
To main courses of Roasted Corn-Fed Chicken with Dashi Sauce and Spinach, Grilled Scottish Salmon with Jerusalem Artichoke Puree and a whole Miso Glazed Seabass to share.
For dessert, it’s Pistachio Filled Cookie Dough, Sticky Toffee Pudding or a Dark Chocolate Brownie with Raspberry Coulis.
As part of the property’s romance package, guests are granted breakfast in bed, a late checkout and upon arrival a beautifully prepared room with flower petals, chocolate truffles, and a chilled bottle of champagne. Prices start at £446 per night.
Beef and Bone Marrow Pie, The Stafford London
Tucked away in historic St James’s, The Stafford London has been a haven of curated luxury since 1912. Combining historic charm with modern elegance, the hotel features 106 uniquely designed bedrooms and suites.
While dining options include private dining rooms, a 400-year-old Wine Cellar, The Game Bird restaurant and The American Bar with eclectic décor.
Specialising in afternoon tea and contemporary take on classic British cuisine The Game Bird has created a 3 course sharing Valentine’s menu.
For starters, it’s Maldon rock oysters, accompanied by pickled cucumber and citrus crème fraiche. The main course features a Stokes Marsh Farm beef & bone marrow pie with aged beef fillet, sticky beef cheek, sweet onion and horseradish.
While the dessert is an Apple Tarte Tatin with Madagascan vanilla ice cream. A dedicated wine experience is also available with sommeliers on hand to find the perfect wine pairing.
Three-course sharing menu for £168, wine pairing from £45, room from £463 per night, an in-room romance package £132 with Oysters, Champagne, and Chocolate-Covered Strawberries on arrival.
Rose Raviolo, Officina 00
Known for their traditional approach to Italian cooking and use of local fine ingredients, Officina 00 have curated a five-course meal to make hearts flutter this Valentine’s Day.
The menu begins with fritti; fried tortellini with baby prawns and zucchini, followed by Sicilian tuna ceviche with blood orange, crispy shallots and chives.
For mains, it’s a rich and tangy rose raviolo with burrata, lemon and oregano or flavourful ink tagliatelle with Mazzara prawns, ginger, chilli and parsley.
Ending the evening on a sweet note, Officina 00’s limited edition chocolate cone filled with chocolate mousse topped with fresh raspberries.
The meal can be paired with Italian wines from Officina’s 00 collection or cocktails. The five-course menu is available for £45pp on Valentine’s Day.
Pomegranate Oysters and Caviar, Piazza Italiana
A limited-edition menu is launching this Valentine’s Day at a fine Italian restaurant Piazza Italiana.
The restaurant, located in the old British Linen Bank building, is offering an exclusive and indulgent three-course menu that will only run 14th and 15th February.
For a romantic date night, the menu features extravagant twists on classics including a Venison Tartare with Red Wine Cherry Sauce to start followed by a Red Cabbage Pickled Octopus or Artichoke Risotto.
Selected to match each dish perfectly, the menu also features limited edition drinks including Charles Heidsieck Champagne and romantic cocktails created by Piazza Italiana’s bar team.
Three-course for £60 per person with amouse bouche.
Views And Chargrill, Decimo
Overlooking the breathtaking London skyline is Decimo, the sophisticated Spanish-Mexican restaurant on the tenth floor of The Standard Hotel, London.
An ideal date night spot, the recently refreshed menu features a number of small plates and mains designed for sharing.
Head Chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias masterfully showcases the flavors of open-fire cooking, with standout dishes like Crab Empanada with Lime, Cull Yaw (aged lamb) Tacos, and Decimo’s signature Spanish Tortillas topped with Truffle and Artichokes.
For a Valentine’s Day Decimo has planned as special a la carte menu accompanied by unforgettable blend of jazz and R&B by Valerie .
A Meal in Olive Trees, Sparrow Italia
Sparrow Italia is offering guests a specially curated Valentine’s Day set menu this year, featuring a selection of the finest dishes inspired by Italy’s diverse culinary regions.
The experience is set against the backdrop of Sparrow’s stunning interiors, where elegant faux olive trees create an enchanting atmosphere.
Since opening in October 2022, Sparrow Italia has brought the essence of the southern European coast to London.
Located in the heart of Mayfair, the modern Italian restaurant is the brainchild of the Noble 33 group, originally from Los Angeles.
For £120 per person, wine pairing £80.
Izakaya Rooftop, 8 at The Londoner
At 8 at The Londoner, an izakaya rooftop bar with unparalleled views of the city, offers guests romance to the new heights, indulging in a six-course Omakase menu.
The menu includes a glass of Moët & Chandon Rosé, or a bottle of Moët & Chandon Rosé £260 per couple.
For an extra special evening couples can book a stay under the ‘Love at The Londoner’ package, which includes 10% off an overnight stay at The Londoner, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a box of macarons, as well as breakfast in bed. Guests also gain access to The Retreat, and The Residence.
Six – course for £120 per person.
Aqua di Parma Dessert and Cocktail, La Petite Maison
Marrying the essence of the French and Italian Rivieras, La Petite Maison will serve a bespoke dessert and cocktail pairing inspired by Acqua di Parma’s new Colonia Il Profumo fragrance.
In line with the launch of Acqua di Parma’s new Colonia Il Profumo fragrance and coinciding with the beginning of the Fête du Citron in the French city of Menton, La Petite Maison has created a bespoke dessert and cocktail.
Pairing inspired by the unique scent notes of the fragrance and the vibrant flavours of the Riviera, which will be served at all LPM restaurants globally from Valentine’s Day on 14th February to 2nd March.
Contemporary Japanese, Clap
Inspired by the electric nightspots of Tokyo, CLAP Restaurant welcomes guests for an unparalleled views and fine dishes this Valentine’s. Reviewed here.
Clap a Japanese fusion kitchen recently opened in Knightsbridge has created a special Valentine’s Omakase Menu for the day.
A curated journey of the finest seasonal ingredients and customised dishes, crafted by Clap’s chefs to surprise and delight.
Choose between earlier seating and a four course meal or a later seating for six course.
4 Courses – £135 per person, 6 Courses – £175 per person, includes welcome drink on arrival and an oyster special
Paint Your Own Glass and Dine, The Ox
Taking place on 14th February from 6pm at The Ox, Clapham come together with a mate or date and get your artistic juices flowing by designing your very own pint glass masterpiece, priced at £15 per person.
Using the pub’s signature glassware as a base, paint to your heart’s content and show-off your artistic talents to create the ultimate Valentine’s gift.
Post painting, savour a sharing menu of modern and moreish British dishes. Kickstart with a glass of Sophie Baron Champagne, before tucking into dishes including a tantalising potato and onion Tartiflette, and the standout Rare Breed British rib eye steak on the bone with creamed spinach, farmhouse mash and a beef jus.
Finish off with a sizzling earl grey and stout Sticky Toffee Pudding with clotted cream ice cream and see where the night takes you.
3 -course priced at £58 per person.
Valentines Desserts and 6-Course, Pavaas
To properly mark the occasion, Chef Patron Shilpa Dandekar has thoughtfully curated a six-course tasting menu with her signature dishes from Pravaas, which promises to sweep you both off your feet.
Expect a limited-edition Heartfelt Sling cocktail, delighting in the irresistible combination of fresh and floral gin; sweet elderflower and Cointreau; and sharp, zesty lemon juice, before tucking into fiery Pani Puri shots followed by delectable seared scallops.
The tangy green chilli, coriander and malt vinegar marinade is perfectly balanced by the cooling kaffir lime and coconut sauce and sweet mixed roasted peppers.
To round up it’s a decadently pink, gorgeously spiced white chocolate and rasmalai mousse, served with irresistible strawberry and blueberry compote and crunchy pistachio nougat.
6 course £60 per person
Forever Rose Gift and 3-Course, The Ivy Collection
This Valentine’s Day, The Ivy Collection is inviting guests through its doors to celebrate their love stories and enjoy its carefully crafted, three-course Valentine’s Day set menu.
The Valentine’s special menu is available at restaurants around the UK from 12th to 16th February.
What’s more, guests who order from the Valentine’s Day set menu will also receive a Forever Rose to take home, a beautifully preserved real red rose, presented in an elegant gift box.
The rose will last up to three years when cared for, and serves as a symbol of all the enduring love stories that have sparked at The Ivy since its debut in London’s West End over 100 years ago. Selected restaurants will also be adorned with a stunning rose ceiling installation, providing the most romantic scenery for guests. 3 course meal £65 per person.
Violinist and Spanish Guitarist, Ayllu
This Valentine’s Day, Ayllu Restaurant invites guests to a romantic evening filled with exquisite flavours, live music (violinist and a Spanish guitarist) and thoughtful touches.
Nestled in the heart of Paddington, Ayllu offers the perfect setting for a celebration of love on the 14th and 15th of February.
For Valentine’s Ayllu has created a 9-Course Nikkei menu that showcases the finest Peruvian fusion cuisine, paired with a glass of bubbles to toast the love.
The menu includes: guacamole, oyster (1 piece per person), duo of ceviche (Nikkei and lubina), crab tacos, hamachi roll (Valentine’s Special), yucas bravas, Peruvian BBQ (rib eye), salmon cazuela and Valentine’s dessert
9-course for £80 per person.
Special Valentine’s Dessert, Novikov
For this Valentine’s Day, Novikov has created a special dessert and cocktail menu available for this romantic occasion.
Guests will be able to try the special Valentine’s Lovebirds dessert priced at £15, while sipping on a Strawberry Negroni, with Gin, Strawberry infused Campari and Sweet Vermouth.
Alternatively guests can enjoy a Red Passion drink, with Rose’ Vermouth, Strawberry & Cherry Wine, Lemon, Amaro Bitter, both cocktails priced at £18.
Novikov offers two dining rooms and a Lounge & Bar.
Separate Italian and Asian dining rooms cater for every culinary taste, offering everything from dim sum and sushi to pasta and steak, designed for sharing.
Acoustic Music and Dinner, Bocconcino
Nestled in the heart of vibrant Soho, Bocconcino offers guests a refined haven from the busy neighbourhood with a sleek and modern interior, boasting warm earthy tones, marble accents and a hidden bar in the stunning private dining space, making it the perfect backdrop for an intimate and affectionate dinner.
This Valentine’s Day, Bocconcino Soho will host an evening with live acoustic music and offer a stunning 3-course Italian menu, including a glass of bubbly.
The menu is specially created for indulgence and romance, with a touch of Italian flair.
3-course menu with a glass of bubbly £95 per person.
Churrasco Experience, Fazenda
Spanning across two floors, the stylish cosmopolitan interiors, warm ambient lighting, and theatrical tableside service, makes for the perfect romantic date night experience. On the ground floor, the South-American inspired bar, Fino, is perfect for a pre or post dinner cocktail, with an extensive South American wine list also on offer.
Starting with a glass of sparkling wine, guests will then indulge in a selection of small plate dishes such as the Tonnato Vitello, Yellowfin tuna, beef cream emulsion, capers and Fugazzeta, with Charcoal dough, mozzarella, Provolone, goat’s cheese, onion.
To follow, guests can enjoy the Churrasco Experience, where they will receive a continuous tableside service of freshly-grilled cuts of succulent prime beef, pork, chicken and lamb from Fazenda’s ‘Passadores’, complemented by a variety of seasonal sides.
To finish, a specially curated Valentine’s dessert will be on offer. Priced at £65 (lunch) and £85 (dinner) per person, the set menu will be available between 13th and 15th February.
Five-course and Views, 14 Hills
Treat someone special to a fine five-course menu this Valentine’s Day, including a glass of Piper-Heidsieck champagne upon arrival in the romantic rooftop setting of 14 Hills.
The highlights of the menu include venison tartare, t-bone to share, monkfish and Raspberry Kiss for something sweet.
The five-course meal comes with the views over London’s skyline, live DJ and an array of indulgent cocktails to be tried.
Five-course meal at £130 per person.
Theatrical Desserts, Quaglino’s
The night begins with live music from Skinny Living, followed by a captivating performance by Okiem and the Infinity Orchestra, setting the stage for a night of romance and celebration.
Enjoy a specially crafted three-course menu designed to impress, featuring dishes like Focaccia Fried Oysters to start, and Whole Native Grilled Lobster or Herefordshire Fillet of Beef as mains.
For a sweet finale, expect Quaglino’s theatrical desserts created by Executive Chef Jack and his pastry team. “Paper Planes,” “Our Movie” and “Life Is a Picnic” are as artistic as they are delicious.
Early seating £110 per person, late seating £150 per person.
Doughnut Fondue, Bluebird
Lovingly crafted by Chef Owen for Valentine’s, treat your special someone to a delectable four-course menu at Bluebird Chelsea.
Begin with the luxurious Fruit de Mer platter, then tuck into the tender Grilled Monkfish, delicately wrapped in jamon, and end your night on a sweet note with an indulgent Doughnut Fondue, perfect for sharing.
£80 per person for a four course meal.
Six – Course Menu, Delamina
This Valentine’s Day, Delamina Townhouse in Covent Garden and Delamina EAST in Shoreditch introduced a special six-course menu showcasing the flavours of their unique cooking style to include many of their signature dishes.
The evening will begin with a champagne cocktail, followed by a vibrant selection of dips and finger foods. The menu then progresses through dishes featuring the finest ingredients from earth, land and sea.
To round off the meal, enjoy a selection of Delamina’s most loved desserts, leaving you with a sweet conclusion to a memorable dining experience.
Exclusive Balcony Seating, HERA
A new Greek addition to Stratford HERA is opening up its balcony space to host four lucky couples for an exclusive meal with aphrodisiac qualities, cocktails, champagne and a private butler.
Each couple will enjoy:
Exclusive Balcony Seating: For this night only, the balcony offers a secluded, intimate space with stunning views, providing the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening.
- Greek Aphrodisiac Tasting Menu: A carefully crafted multi-course menu featuring dishes including grilled octopus, a Bone-In Sirloin and a dessert of Basque Cheesecake topped with figs.
- Aphrodisiac Cocktail: A specially designed cocktail to ignite the senses and complement the flavours of the evening.
- Bottle of Champagne: To toast and celebrate love.
- Private Butler Service: Impeccable service to ensure every detail is perfect throughout the evening.
Italian Four-Course Menu, TOZI Restaurant & Bar
Celebrate love Italian-style with TOZI’s beautifully curated four-course Valentine’s menu. Begin with a glass of Franciacorta before enjoying Sicilian red prawn carpaccio, creamy burrata or delicate black truffle salad followed by handmade pasta dishes like buffalo ricotta ravioli and paccheri with fresh Devon crab. For mains, indulge in pan-fried cod or 31-day aged rib of beef. Finish with a tempting pistachio tiramisù.
Valentine’s Menu £65pp (minimum of 2 people) available on 14th February.
Romance, Dinner and Jazz, RAILS Restaurant
Spend the most romantic night of the year at RAILS Restaurant against a soundtrack courtesy of the Rocca Brothers Jazz Trio.
The three-course menu marries the finest British ingredients with a little French je ne sais quoi, with dishes such as lobster gâteau with rainbow tomatoes and dill cassoulet; chargrilled fillet steak with Vitelotte potato purée, carrot gratin and Bordelaise sauce and a decadent triple chocolate mousse.
£75pp three-course set menu inclusive of a glass of Simpsons Canterbury Rosé sparkling wine, available 14th February only from 7pm.
Koibito Menu for Two, Sticks′n′Sushi
Say it with sushi! Celebrate the person you love ‘koibito’ this Valentine’s Day with a four-course meal at Sticks’n’Sushi. Bringing together freshly prepared sushi and hot-off-the-grill sticks, enjoy a selection of signature appetisers, nigiri, house rolls, and sticks of Aka Ebi and Wagyu Yaki followed by an indulgent dark chocolate fondant with a matcha core, vanilla ice cream and a matcha cookie crumble.
Don’t pass up the limited-edition ‘For the Sake of Love’ cocktail blending sake with Hibiscus Mezcal and raspberry cordial for a sweet and smooth finish.
Four-course Koibito Menu, £150 for two, available from 13th - 16th February.
Dinner & Movies, The Brush Grand Café
Dinner & Movies | The Brush Grand Café
Enjoy a Hoxton love affair at The Brush with a special four course set menu, Valentine’s cocktail and romantic screening in the downstairs movie theatre with gourmet popcorn, either before or after dinner. Screenings available from 14th -15th February feature a lineup of cult classics including Lost In Translation; When Harry Met Sally; and Past Lives.
Dinner & Movie Package (£110). Available 14th – 15th February, screenings times are 7pm (with dinner sittings at 8:45pm or 9pm) and 10pm (with dinner sittings at 6:45pm or 7pm).
Valentine’s Day Menu, Michelin-Starred Pavyllon London
Spoil loved ones at Pavyllon London (Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane) this Valentine’s Day. Multi-Michelin starred Chef Yannick Alléno has created an indulgent six-course menu that is a tribute to love, British produce and French culinary artistry.
Highlights include a steamed Comté cheese soufflé; Orkney Scallop with celeriac extraction and Prunier caviar; and a chocolate and cardamom dessert.
Six-course menu, £190 per person, available 14th February only.
Six-Course Flame-Kissed Tasting Menu, Ekstedt at The Yard
Add a Scandi twist to Valentine’s with a feast from Michelin-starred Swedish chef Niklas Ekstedt at Ekstedt at The Yard.
Heat things up with a six-course menu, cooked exclusively over an open fire including the perfect aphrodisiac: the restaurant’s signature Flambadou Oyster.
Continue with dishes including hay smoked cuttlefish and juniper-smoked sirloin, plus, there’s a duo of sweet desserts followed by traditional Swedish ‘Fika’ to round off the meal with coffee and cinnamon buns.
Eight course menu, £125 per person, available 14th February only.
Showstopping Sky High Dining, Fenchurch
Pull out all the stops with a five-course tasting dinner 37 storeys up at Kerth Gumbs’ fine-dining Fenchurch restaurant.
Combining British ingredients with Caribbean flavours, this unforgettable menu starts with a glass of champagne and an array of snacks, including an elevated truffle cheese and ham toastie, before a starter of cured salmon with beetroot, pressed Asian pear and dashi pearls.
The star of the show is a peppered lamb loin with pickled cucumber, black garlic and pilau rice, while the meal ends on a sweet note of heavenly red velvet cake.
Fenchurch Five-course Tasting Menu, from £175 per person, available 14th and 15th February only.
Complimentary Glass of Champagne, PIVOT
Pivot, Covent Garden’s top bistro, masterminded by award-winning head chef, Mark Greenaway, is celebrating the most romantic day of the year with a Valentine’s menu of romantic proportions on offer Friday 14th and Saturday 15th February.
Early birds will even get treated to a complimentary glass of champagne (seating from 6pm – 7.30pm).
With a menu filled with British classics, diners can cosy up with their loved one over English Asparagus with a poached hen egg and truffle hollandaise, Chicken & Pork Liver Pate, or Seared Scallops in Shellfish Butter served with gremolata, pine nuts and black tuile.
For mains, meat lovers can enjoy a Fillet of Striploin or a Pan Seared Sea Bass with chives beurre blanc, while vegans can opt for Salt Baked Celeriac with Endive, raisin puree, vegan yoghurt and pistachios.
Two course at £44.50 or three course for £49.50.
Steak and Lobster, Heliot Steak House
The evening will begin with a sparkling glass of Rosé Champagne, followed by the rich buttery flavours of Seared King Scallops Rockefeller topped with a golden herb-infused crumb and served with creamy spinach.
Passions will continue to rise with the sharing mains, following suit in true Heliot style, with an exquisitely tender Fillet Chateaubriand (450g) accompanied by earthy field mushrooms and a rich red wine sauce, alongside a Whole Fresh Lobster drizzled with fragrant Café de Paris butter and accompanied by crispy fries.
To end on an irresistible sweet note, desire fuelled diners can indulge in a decadent Dark Chocolate Fondant paired with raspberry sorbet and chocolate dipped strawberries.
At £75pp between Thursday 13th – Sunday 16th February 2025
Live Music and Wine Pairings, Studio Five
Whisk your loved one away to Studio Five this Valentine’s Day and enjoy an exclusive set menu with a wine pairings in partnership with Moët Hennesey for £50 per person.
The evening will be set to the soundtrack of fantastic live music by multi-talented singer-songwriter Jack Page, ensuring you’ll fall head over heels for this stylish restaurant.
Situated in Wembley Park, just a short tube ride away from the hubbub of central London, Studio Five is adorned with navy and gold details and overflows with romantic ambiance.
Settle into one of Studio Five’s plush booths and get ready to be swept off your feet with a glass of either Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, 2024, New Zealand or Chateau D’Esclans Rose, 2023, France.
Wine pairing and set course meal £50 per person.