Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Pear & Olive Restaurant

5.0

5 (71)

£41 and over

Modern European

Hildersham

About the restaurant

We are a small, family run restaurant in Hildersham.
Offering fresh, homemade dishes using the finest local ingredients, with a modern European influence.
Bar & outside space for drinks & nibbles.

Top review

Sarah

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Very delicious and surprising starters. Main courses were very tasty and beautifully set out. Puddings were fine. It’s a really lovely place to eat and hear each other talk. Jade and Josh run a great little restaurant. Not cheap but special. I recommend this place.

Midsummer House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (443)

£41 and over

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Please note that if your desired booking time is not showing as available we ask that you phone us on 01223 369299 and we will do our best to accommodate you.

As Midsummer House forges ahead into its third decade, Daniel Clifford’s elegant, sophisticated modern British cooking continues to evolve. For over twenty years, passion and creativity have skilfully shaped the menu at Midsummer House, showcasing the finest seasonal produce and offering a contemporary British dining experience of the highest quality.

Important: Foods in this restaurant are processed in a kitchen that produces dishes with milk, wheat, soybean, fish, nuts, eggs, and egg products.

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Colin

Dined 4 days ago

This is the best place in Cambridge for a celebration, from the moment you walk in to the minute you leave. Fantastic atmosphere food and service. It’s a beautiful place to visit and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the city.

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Côte Brasserie - Peterborough

4.7

4.7 (60)

£25 and under

French

Peterborough

About the restaurant

Welcome to Côte Peterborough, our charming and sophisticated setting is perfect for casual lunches and elegant dinners, whether you're a local or visiting the city. Just a short walk from Peterborough Train Station, the bustling city centre and the picturesque Cathedral Square, Côte is the ideal spot to relax and enjoy a delicious meal after exploring the local sights. For those who appreciate dining outdoors, Côte Peterborough offers a delightful outside seating area. It's the perfect place to enjoy our French-inspired dishes while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Peterborough.

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Tracey

Dined on May 19, 2025

Lovely service, very fast. We all choose food from the set menu 3 courses. Everyone remarked how tasty and plentiful the food was. The whitebait and Boursin salad were delicious as was the 5 minute steak. The chicken I have to say was particularly nice, finished off on the chargrill all served with lots of skinny fries. After 2 courses I must admit we were full up. We all had the cheese course for dessert the selection was very good, as was the homemade chutney and bread. We will definitely be back and thoroughly recommend eating here.

Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (176)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Just a short walk from the prestigious Cambridge University and across from the Corn Exchange, we offer a vibrant dining experience in a historic setting. Enjoy our quality sushi and grilled sticks amidst student chatter, shoppers and locals alike. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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Caroline

Dined 6 days ago

We had an amazing lunch, our first time here. Staff were excellent in helping us to make decisions on what to choose. Efficient service, lovely food in a clean and quiet setting

Kibou Cambridge

4.6

4.6 (89)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

KIBOU Japanese restaurant and bar in Cambridge is a chic new addition to the city, and the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Located at 7a Jesus Lane, home to the Pitt Club, and formerly Pizza Express, the venue features eye-catching murals and digital animations, alongside stunning Japanese floral and foliage installations.
Light and airy, The Mirror Room centres around a large Japanese cherry blossom tree, whilst the seductive Oak Room focuses on a large wisteria tree set against a backdrop of plush fabrics and artwork.
There’s also a relaxed cocktail lounge and dining area, featuring an open sushi and hot kitchen, and a standalone spirits and cocktail bar.
The menu has all your favourite dishes from Japan, including steaming bowls of ramen, a selection of bao buns, crisp tempura and handmade spiced pork gyoza, plus work of art sushi and sashimi sharing platters, seasonal specials and A5 Grade Japanese wagyu.
Their Japanese-inspired afternoon tea is a must try too!

Top review

James

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent lunchtime dining experience at Kibou yesterday celebrating my daughter's birthday. Great menu (food & cocktails), excellent attentive service, and delightful venue. My thanks to all the staff for making it such an enjoyable occasion. Was our first visity to Kibou Cambridge - definitely going again soon.

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Experience

Teishoku (定食) Set Lunch - £16.90

Experience

Japanese Afternoon Tea

Experience

Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (10529)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

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Sandra

Dined 2 days ago

I booked an Afternoon Tea for myself and my best friend who is a bride to be. Service was excellent - friendly and professional staff, they treated the bride to be like royalty. Loving surroundings and ambience

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Popular dish

The Ivy Classic Shepherds Pie

Popular dish

Traditional Fish and Chips

Popular dish

Eggs Benedict with Pulled Ham

The Folio Bar & Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (214)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Folio Bar & Kitchen rewrites the food and drink script for the storied city of Cambridge. Follow as our creative chefs compose home-cooked classics full of clever twists and inspiring turns, including mouth-watering Dish. Featuring plant-based experiments, vegan and vegetarian dishes, and favourite drinks are all given a wonderfully-crafted modern rethink. Be captivated in our relaxed dining and drinking spaces where we blend the historic with the contemporary to ensure your time with us is filled with indulgence and inspiration.

Top review

Hanna

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

The Afternoon Tea at The Folio was great. Plenty of tea, sandwiches and cakes. Was a bit surprised at first to only see one scone per person (usually there are two), but one was more than enough. They had a nice smaller version for children too.

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Experience

Weekday Lunch with Complimentary Parking

Experience

Afternoon Tea at The Folio Bar & Kitchen

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cambridge

4.3

4.3 (1428)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Take a seat at Bill's next time you're in Cambridge. It's one of our most tucked away and historic restaurants, and we think you'll agree it's special. Pop in and explore our diverse menu, with breakfast, brunch and lunch options aplenty, including many gluten-free choices. Planning a graduation celebration? Look no further. Settle into our vibrant dining area for dinner and cocktails, and raise a glass to your achievements. Whether you're showing off your cap and gown or a proud parent or visitor, we've got a table for you at Bill's Cambridge.

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Prashanthi

Dined 5 days ago

We went to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. The food was delicious, the ambience was excellent, and overall, it’s a really good restaurant.

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

Experience

Celebration Set Menu

Griddle Bar & Meat House

4.2

4.2 (102)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Ely

About the restaurant

The Griddle Bar and Meat House is your local spot for breakfast, brunch, and dinner, serving up bold flavours in a laid-back, welcoming setting.

We’re all about quality – from our flame-grilled steaks, slow-cooked pork, and tender lamb, to our house-crafted beer, brewed on-site. Add to that a great selection of wines and classic cocktails, and you’ve got everything you need for a proper meal out.

Whether you’re starting the day with a Full English, catching up over brunch, or settling in for a hearty steak and chips, we’re here to serve good food done right.

Great cuts, great pints, and a great atmosphere – that’s what sets The Griddle Bar and Meat House apart.

Top review

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Food was excellent and staff were very friendly and helpful. We sat outside in the court yard at the back of restaurant and it was so lovely. Will definitely be back!

Mina Steakhouse

3.9

3.9 (41)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Mina Steakhouse is situated in the heart of Cambridge, a city of history, cultures and world changing discoveries. Here at Mina, it’s all about the experience: the buzz, the atmosphere and enjoying the company of friends in stunning surroundings. Our beautiful dining room has the perfect setting for any occasions from an intimate dinner for two to a family celebration. Our menus offer the very best in fresh and unique produce.

We pride ourselves on offering a fantastic selection of non-alcoholic beverages. While we do not serve alcohol, you are welcome to bring your own drinks. Best of all, we do not charge any corkage fees! With a lively atmosphere, exquisite food, refreshing mocktails and stunning views of the surrounding city, Mina Steakhouse is the ideal venue for dining.

We hope to see you soon.

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Emma

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

I booked here for mine & Husband 10th wedding Anniversary Dinner, what a great descion, absolutely great service from start to finish, lovely greet when we arrived, sat at our table that i reserved online, a little message on a board for our table to celebrate our evening. Food is freshly cooked and taste absolutely beautiful, service was to perfection, staff & manager all polite & always served with a smile too. They even surprised us with a dessert for the two of us with a firework candle in and music 🤩. lovely decor throughout, seats where comfortable too. 100% recommend 👌 and when we visit the are will deffenitly be returning for a dinner 😉

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