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7 Romantic Restos to Wine & Dine

7 Romantic Restos to Wine & Dine
February 2024
WORDS Marilise de Buck

The oh-so anticipated February 14th is finally here; some of us love it, and some of us dread it. For our lucky ones out there celebrating love, what better way to do so than by dining at one of the world’s most enchanting restaurants. For those spending the evening with your lover, best friend or even dining solo, we can’t imagine a better Valentine’s than a delicious dinner and a great glass of vino.

Wherever and with whomever you may be celebrating this Valentine’s Day, we hope you feel loved. Here are the most romantic of romantic restaurants around the world—for today and all days. Kisses from all of us gloobles. 

London

Sessions Arts Club

Sessions Arts Club
Sessions Arts Club

Sessions Art Club is one of the *best* yet most unassuming East London spots. Sessions is an urban sanctuary where you can enjoy modern European cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails in a cosy, candlelit setting. We guarantee that you will leave with both a full heart and a full stomach.

Cape Town

Grub & Vine

Grub & Vine
Grub & Vine

It is really about atmosphere more than anything at Grub & Vine. While we love the food, and totally recommend ordering the tasting menu, the romantic vibes flowing through the air make this intimate restaurant a perfect spot for your date night. 

Paris

Bistrot des Tournelles

Bistrot des Tournelles
Bistrot des Tournelles

Candlelight, vintage décor, a warm, inviting atmosphere and classic French fare? It does not get more romantic than Bistrot des Tournelles; we are in the city of love, after all. This quintessential French Bistro will make you fall in love with its food and wine — maybe even more so than your company ;).

Charleston

Chez Nous

Chez Nous
Chez Nous

Flattering lighting, warm service, delicate, hand-written menus. Chez Nous is subtly sexy—exactly what we want on Valentine's Day. With a short but sweet list of dishes, the only choice you'll have to make is whether to spring for another bottle or not. The answer? Yes, of course.

Amsterdam

R. de Rosa

image of R. de Rosa outside
Tom van Huisstede

This new neighbourhood hangout for those in Amsterdam is the perfect spot for a romantic date night with great food, drinks and a vibe that will make you want to fall in love. Grab a table for two in the window and let your conversation flow over a bottle of wine. 

Tokyo

Kyubey Ginza

Kyubey Ginza
@foodiswhyimbroke

An absolute classic, Kyubey Ginza marries beautiful, precise sushi with rich, old-world interiors. This lively, vibey sushi spot is ideal for a romantic V-Day if you're not up for the subdued, hushed nature of most sushi shops.

Marilise de Buck

Marilise de Buck

Details, details, details. They’re everything for our Content Assistant Marilise. No stone’s left unturned and no article is left unread when she’s planning a trip – or when she’s crafting captions on our socials or curating tips for our site. A lover of long, languorous walks and even longer evenings stretched out over good wine and great conversations, Marilise makes the most of every moment no matter where she is. Check in with our content queen for fabulous Balinese hotels, inspiring Swedish museums and, naturally, the best spots for a nice glass of vino.

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