Best Romantic Restaurants in St Paul's

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City of LondonDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonNorth LondonNorth West LondonSouth East London

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AldwychBankBatterseaBelgraviaBermondseyBloomsbury

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1. Twenty8 NoMad

4.7

Exceptional(6)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Covent Garden

Booked 4 times today

The NoMad London is described as a 'romantic' spot in multiple reviews. It's praised for its 'cozy and intimate' atmosphere, which is perfect for 'special celebrations' and 'date nights'. One reviewer highlighted it as a 'romantic, candle lighted green house'. Another noted the ambiance was 'great for a dinner date'. The combination of delicious food, friendly service, and an impressive setting makes The NoMad London an ideal place for a romantic evening.

2. ROKA - Aldwych

4.5

Awesome(442)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Aldwych

Booked 1 time today

Happy Hour (Bar Area Only)Available Tuesday to Friday on a walk-in basis17:00–20:30Kindly note that our set brunch menu is served throughout lunchtime on Saturdays and all day on Sundays. The à la carte menu is not available during Saturday brunch. Menus may vary depending on the date, time, and location—please check the relevant menu prior to booking.About ROKAThe name ROKA holds deep meaning — RO represents a meeting place where food and drinks are shared with friends, while KA signifies the heat, warmth, and all-embracing energy that surrounds. The core of ROKA's cuisine is the robata grill, inspired by the fishermen of Japan's northern coastal waters who traditionally grilled their catch over charcoal on their boats and shared it using their oars.ROKA Charlotte Street opened in 2004, followed by ROKA Canary Wharf in 2009, ROKA Mayfair in February 2014, and ROKA Aldwych in October 2014.

3. Lima Fitzrovia

4.6

Exceptional(1879)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Fitzrovia

Booked 10 times today

Founded in 2012 by brothers Gabriel and Jose Luis Gonzalez, LIMA is a short 5-minute walk from Tottenham Court and Goodge Street Tube Stations. The restaurant offers a modern, minimalist interpretation of traditional Peruvian culture, with décor inspired by Peru’s vibrant multiculturalism and stunning landscapes. The kitchen is led by Culinary Director Roberto Sihuay, a renowned Peruvian chef, and delivers a menu featuring creative twists on Chifa (Chinese) and Nikkei (Japanese) cuisine, inspired by the dishes from his childhood—such as Shiso Tempura with Otoro and salsa cevichera.

4. L'Escargot

4.7

Exceptional(845)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Soho

Booked 13 times today

We are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £24 for 2 courses and £28 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain and ideal for pre-theatre bookings.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", Confit of Duck, 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.

A photo of Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay restaurant

5. Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay

4.8

Exceptional(174)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Covent Garden

Booked 5 times today

Awarded one Michelin star, Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay offers an intimate fine dining experience above the Savoy Grill, inspired by the legacy of Auguste Escoffier.With just a handful of tables, the restaurant showcases classical French technique with modern elegance. Guests enjoy a seasonal Carte Blanche menu paired with exceptional wines and Champagne, all served in a refined setting overlooking the Thames and Embankment Gardens.

6. Café Deco

4.8

Exceptional(72)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• European • Fitzrovia

Booked 14 times today

Café Deco is a restaurant & wine bar in Bloomsbury. We serve classic, broadly European food, with a focus on the best possible ingredients. To keep in step with the seasons - and to keep life interesting - we change our menu every week. And we do the same with our wines too - sourcing the most delicious bottles we can find from small producers who work with minimal intervention, sustainably and with respect for the land and the vine. Our list is always changing and we love nothing more than to help you pick the perfect thing to drink.Nestled in our little corner of central London, our terrace buzzes on warm sunny days into the evening and inside hums to the sound of conversation all year. We want you to feel welcome, looked after and at home.

7. Dear Jackie

4.8

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 2 times today

Dear Jackie is a destination for Italian opulence, refined dining and night time glamour. Seductive Murano lighting, red silk walls and plush booths create a sense of discreet intimacy and an atmosphere that is part dolce vita elegance, part disco fabulous. Open for dinner, the menu is a love letter to modern Italian gastronomy - featuring superior pasta dishes and reimagined Italian classics, as well as an extensive list of exquisite wines.

8. Straits Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(235)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Liverpool Street

Booked 1 time today

Located inside Pan Pacific London. Tantalise your taste buds with our fusion menu, combining the best of western techniques with the vibrant flavours of Southeast Asia.Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea.

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9. Pophams Restaurant - London Fields

4.7

Exceptional(39)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dalston

Booked 17 times today

Working with seasonal British and Italian produce, each dish takes inspiration from traditional Italian flavours and methods, with a creative approach. Transforming this daytime bakery to a lively neighbourhood restaurant, with small plates and pastas designed for sharing. Our wine list utilises a mixture of well and lesser known grapes; which when combined with innovative and often low intervention methods, create a diverse wine offering to pair harmoniously with our food.For any bookings over 6 people we require a set menu, contact bookings@pophamsbakery.com for more information.

10. Il Portico

4.7

Exceptional(2164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kensington

Booked 12 times today

The oldest family run restaurant in London. Spanning 6 decades and three generations, Il Portico Restaurant on Kensington High Street has been cooking regional Italian specialities since it was first opened in the 1960"s by acclaimed chef Pino Chiavarini. Still managed to this day by the same family, siblings James and Francesca draw heavily from their roots, providing simple, authentic Italian food from their home region of Emilia Romagna and beyond. Whilst the family are always on hand to welcome you in, our Executive chef, Eduardo (currently in his 25th year of service with us) concentrates on slow, homemade dishes with a sense of history and provenance.

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Nigel
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
An enlightening menu choice. Wonderful selection, and all very tasty.
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L'EscargotPrice: Expensive• French• Soho
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4.7
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Maricela
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Took to much time for the food to arrive, we got sit 45 minutes after we arrived.
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Twenty8 NoMadPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Covent Garden
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4.7
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Fred
London •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Really excellent Peruvian fusion cuisine. The lunch menu is fantastic value including superb "house" wine selections.
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Lima FitzroviaPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• Fitzrovia
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4.6
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James
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 13, 2025
A fantastic meal. Exceptional service, great drink options, and of course, amazing food.
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Restaurant 1890 by Gordon RamsayPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary European• Covent Garden
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4.8
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Russell
London •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Overall the service was very good but it did feel rushed, likely down to the fact that it was late Saturday night, we were the last to leave. Food was very good indeed. One dish was not quite to my liking , and the team could not done more, they were apologetic, and exchanged it for something else without hesitation. Thank you.
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ROKA - AldwychPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Aldwych
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4.5

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