A date night is a way to strengthen your bond with your partner. It needs to be special and the best night of the week. Be it your first date or the fifth, you’ll always remember and cherish those lovely moments. Whether an evening in CP or mornings at Lodhi Gardens, Delhi is best for everything. It is the heart and the soul for the people who reside here. It has some amazing restaurants to make your dates perfect. Let’s get inside and see some of the must-visit restaurants in Delhi where you can go with your bae and spend an amazing night. Find more restaurant reviews here.
- Olive Bar and Kitchen
Olive Bar and Kitchen is a Mediterranean restaurant and a good choice to spend some quality time. The all-white ambience with a Banyan tree in between is so significant and appealing, that one is intrigued to visit this place at least once. With extraordinary outdoors and beautiful indoor setting, this is a soothing and calming place to be with your partner. The eclectic music and amazing food makes the experience worthwhile and memorable.
Location – Mehrauli
- The Sky High Restaurant
Looking for a good rooftop place for romantic date night? Then, Sky High is the place for you. A perfect place to take your partner on a date. A beautiful rooftop restaurant with delectable food and drinks located in South Delhi. The serene open surroundings and soulful live music make for an ideal date night setting. Their extensive range of multi-cuisines and drinks will leave you spoilt for choice. The ambience is the main attraction of this place and that’s what makes it so popular for a date.
Location – Ansal Plaza Mall, Hudco Place
- Diablo
A classy, romantic and luxurious place to make your date night a night to remember. Both outdoor & indoor settings of Diablo are equally fabulous and the lush greenery around the place acts as a cherry on the cake. Everything at this place, from the furniture to cutlery is very tastefully selected and blends perfectly with its theme. The scrumptious food combined with slow music takes things to a whole new level.
Location – Mehrauli
- Jamun
Jamun is a cosy, little restaurant named after the fruit Java Plum. The touch of mauve & purple in the ambience not only justifies the name, but also makes it lively and vibrant. It is a very warm & welcoming place and has a vintage vibe to it. Famous for its delicious regional Indian food, it is ideal for a date, family dinner or a get together with friends. The pretty decor & yummy food of this place makes a romantic date even more special.
Location – Lodhi Colony
- Qla
Qla is a contemporary European restaurant that feels like a dream. The ambience of this restaurant is so relaxing and calming, which makes it perfect for a romantic date with bae. Minimal decor, trees, perfect lighting and open space gives it an exquisite touch. They have a wide variety of European & fusion dishes and are known for their interesting cocktails. The best thing about Qla is that you can enjoy a beautiful view of Qutub Minar from their rooftop area.
Location – Mehrauli
So, these are some restaurants in Delhi that you can checkout for your next date.
The place has an amazing history as well, which adds to its attraction manifold. With its earliest evidence dating back to 1239 and the association with the famous names like Lady Caroline Lamb (who had a scandalous affair with Lord Byron) and Lord Palmerston (the Prime Minister who died while making out with a chambermaid on the billiard table), Brocket Hall offers a slice intrigue for history lovers. Not only was it home two Prime Ministers but was also frequented by the royals like Queen Elizabeth I, Queen Victoria and Edward VII centuries ago.
I had the opportunity to explore all that this lovely location offers during a weekend stay here. And trust me, it does have a lot to offer- beautiful surroundings, sumptuous food, comfortable stay and of course, an interesting history. We stayed at the elegant 
Originally a coach house, the Melbourne Lodge now has 16 rooms, each of which is named after a racehorse. This has been done as a tribute to the history of the place, which used to be a race course once. Our room was named the Sun Chariot and I loved its decor. It was spacious, bright and airy, in addition to being well-aligned with the classic appearance of the rest of the estate. The vintage décor, with rich velvet drapings, squashy armchairs, illuminated oil paintings and china lamps, deserves a special mention. The bed in our room was crafted with a massive feature back to represent the regal era. The bathroom too had a vintage touch with deep bath and double sinks.
While the rooms at the Melbourne Lodge still replicate the rich heritage that the place is so well-known for, they also have all the modern amenities that you may want for a comfortable stay. with complimentary breakfast in the lakeside Clubhouse as a part of the package. Besides enjoying the luxurious experience here, I took immense pleasure in the refreshing views of the lovely lush green golf course from the huge sash windows of my room.
The peace and tranquility of the place impressed me the most, but amazingly that is not all! Brocket Hall is a serene and calm location that offers a relaxing break, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Still, there is something for everyone here. My little one loved the greens, golf course walks and rides in the golf cart. There was something incredible about the drive around the golf course; a massive lake in the center, the myriad ancient trees, and the impressive architecture all around, together made a feast for the eyes.
Comprising of unusual dishes such as Heritage Beetroot, B low Torch Smoked Eeel (for the non-vegetarian meal) and Miso Caramel Mousse, it was an absolute gastric delight. The wine list was equally impressive, with the likes of Pouilly Fuisse, Uruolat Jurancon and Chateau Montelena served as a part of the menu. The seven-course meal cost £ 85 per person with tasting wines at £ 135 per person, which can be considered whopping but were worth the price considering the dining experience we had. And one thing that I cannot forget about Auberge du Lac is that we were taken to the restaurant from the lodge in the golf cart which was as amazing as the food itself.
The weekend trip to Brocket Hall was a complete getaway for me as it had everything a looked for, the tranquility of the countryside, a luxurious stay, wonderful ambience, excellent dining experiences and views to die for. I will definitely make it a point to visit the place soon.
If I were, to be honest, the first point of captivation with Cliveden House is its interesting historic significance. It was first built by the Duke of Buckingham in 1666 and has been burnt and rebuilt twice since then. Over the course of its existence which spans over three centuries and more, it has housed an Earl, two Dukes, three Countesses, a Prince of Wales, and the Viscount Astor. It is then not surprising that Cliveden House has been the backdrop of many historic British chronicles. It was the hub of intellectual exchange when the Cliveden Set met in the early 1900s. It was also the site of lusty scandal when John Profumo, the then Secretary of State for War, stumbled upon 19-year old Christine Keeler, his soon-to-be-lover, in 1961. And today, it is a National-Trust property that attracts thousands of curious visitors and stay-in guests all through the year. Interestingly, even in contemporary times, Cliveden House is not impervious to overtures of the rich, the famous, and the royal; Meghan Markle stayed here on the night before her wedding! That somehow adds to the glamorous mystique of this place, doesn’t it?
Moving beyond its alluring past, the Cliveden House is every bit as exciting in the present as well. As we drove past the Cliveden landscape to reach the main building, I was awestruck by the expanse of real estate it encompasses. The gardens span a whopping 365 acres, while the manor is a large Italianate structure with 47 rooms, including 15 suites. The grounds overlook the majestic Thames, and in their entirety, make a glorious picture of well-maintained splendour. We were staying at the Mountbatten Suite which is a Junior Suite; it was previously a game room which has been converted into lodging now. If you haven’t guessed yet, all the rooms at Cliveden are named after a figure from its past, which makes a living in them, a definitive handshake with history.
But for all its archaic bindings, as a living space, Cliveden House offers you all comfort and luxury imaginable. Our suite was massive and beautifully furnished. The heavy curtains, silken drapes, cushioned sofas, and antique-wood furniture create a sense of cosy decadence that is truly special. I was quite taken in by the ornate wallpaper and artwork that added depth to the rooms. The management has retained some period features such as original fireplaces which is another lovely touch. The bathroom was suitably lush as well, with marble floor, roomy construction, and a fancy, monsoon shower. A special mention for the comfortable and massive bed and bedding which renders good sleep a natural outcome. Ohh! How I would love to sleep on that bed again!
After checking in and revelling in the magnificence of our room, we decided to enjoy evening drinks in the lounge and tried the Signature Cliveden66 cocktail which honouring the royal tradition and has 24k gold filings in it.
The dinner date was at at the 
While some of our best moments at Cliveden House were spent enjoying the room or the food, we also spared time to indulge in some 
I’m glad I was able to enjoy a wonderful stay at Cliveden House. I hope to revisit it soon and make new, lovely memories.
The place welcomes you with a warm aroma of freshly baked waffles, which are a must try. If you are Nutella or chocolate freak, then go for the Royal Rocher waffle which is topped with hazelnuts and a generous scoop of Ferrero Rocher gelato.
We reached the property around 2 p.m.; as soon as I entered the hotel building, it gave me a feeling of an old world charm of high ceilings that is typical of the classical 19th-century architecture and some contemporary soothing decor of leather upholstery. After checking in, we wandered out to the quaint village outlet for shopping and then to the Christmas market to simply absorb all the Christmas cheer.
Later in the evening, we headed over to their in-house bar for a drink, to relax. For dinner, we headed to their Bistro which had a very earthy warm decor of dark wooden floors, restored fireplaces, paintings and soft lighting making it a perfect setting for a relaxing evening. Now comes my favourite part of food and drinks.
I was very impressed with their selection of wines, and we were recommended a perfect wine to go with your meal. To my surprise, the a-la carte was equally delightful for a vegetarian like me and a non-vegetarian like my husband. My husband ordered some seafood which had combined the taste of some freshly caught fish cooked slowly with some of their homemade mayonnaise, shallot vinegar sauces and condiments. Vegetarians like me did not have to fret because they had fresh green Super food kale salads, Tomato Consommé for starters and baked sweet corn and courgette cakes in the main course.
All their food was cooked in a beautiful French home-style cooking enhanced with some traditional British flavours. Coupled with beautiful presentation and perfect wine, the meal was most satisfying for all the senses.
Starting with breakfast which was simply out of the world. I was felt spoilt for choice with a wide range of fresh yummy goodies laid out on the country table that included freshly squeezed juices in cute small bottles, quirky mini jars of natural yoghurt porridges, baked pastries, and homemade granolas. After digging into some continental bits, we ordered the traditional cooked breakfast and a serving of poached eggs and avocado. As they say, breakfast should be fit for a King and it was fit for so many Kings!
The high tea comes at the cost of £19.50 for the non-alcoholic option and £24.50 with cocktails per person. They also have champagne and other options available. The menu is extensive and has a right balance of sweet and savory bites with a Pan Asian twist to the delicacies.
SECOND WAVE – Served with your choice of Nespresso coffee or Newby of London tea
I highly recommend the high tea at Robata Bar & Grill. It’s a must try experience even if you have tried high tea before, as it’s very different from the others.