What’s Valentine’s Day without a memorable date night? After all it’s all about spending time with the ones you love. Be it a special night with beau or your girl gang out to celebrate Galentine’s, the right ambience makes all the difference. The Telegraph traversed the city to get you your date night guide that spans across different vibes, budgets and moods.Where: Chai Break, Camac Street
Timings: 2pm to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 900-plus
What to expect: A relaxed shisha spot right in the heart of Camac Street, this outlet is famous for its evenings and hookah sessions. If you want to have an outdoor time out without shelling out the big bucks, this is a good option.
Where: Farzi Café Ho Chi Minh Sarani
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two:
Rs 2,000-plus
What to expect: If you and your partner are looking for a groovy date, then Farzi Cafe is ideal. Not just gourmet dishes such as Spinach Cheese Kulcha, Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings, Re-invented Matar Paneer with Missi Roti, Mango Angoori Cheesecake will be there to tickle your tastebuds, their live music as well as powerhouse tracks by the DJ will set the mood for you to dance the night away.
Where: The Salt House, Shakespeare Sarani
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 5,200 AI
What to expect: Dine under the stars as you savour their Valentine’s Day special menu which includes a five-course meal where the guests can choose any one item per person per course. That apart, guests can call the restaurant and request for extras such as table decor, flowers and candles as well as a framed picture of their date night. Your typical V-day date night goals.
Where: Polo Floatel
Timings: noon to 11pm
Meal for two:
Rs 25,000 AI
What to expect: The romantic offering from the floating hotel comprises an experience that includes a teepee set-up along with a four-course meal as well as a bottle of wine. The fare is a mix of dishes such as Asian Veg Cigar Rolls with Sweet Chili Jam, Sunehri Paneer Tikka with Mint Yogurt, Gandhraj Fish Fry with Tartare Sauce, Nutella Banoffee Pie, Vegetable Gyoza with Spicy Sauce among others. If you want to go all out for your Valentine, then this is something that should be on your radar.
Where: La Artisan Bistro New Town (near Central)
Timings: 10am to 10pm
Meal for two:
Rs 1,200-plus
What to expect: This space will take you and your date straight to Santorini with its classic blue-and-white Greece-inspired decor. Seat yourselves at a cosy table under the fairy lights and end your meal on a high note with their decadent Millefeuille.
Where: The Glenburn Penthouse, Russell Street
Timings: 3.30pm to 6pm for the afternoon tea, and 6.30pm to 10pm for dinner
Meal for two: Rs 8,000-plus for afternoon tea, and Rs 9,000 for dinner
What to expect: This exclusive penthouse will make it a romantic affair to rememeber with specially crafted gourmet creations and a stunning view. The Russell Street address will offer a delectable afternoon tea for two, which is a selection of sweet and savoury finger food along with a bottle of sparkling wine as well as roses. Dinner includes a five-course meal created by chef Shaun Kenworthy that also comes with a bottle of sparkling wine and red roses.
Where: Scrapyard, Camac Street
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 1,500-only
What to expect: For those that want a no-frills affordable and chill time with bae, the open-air zone at Scrapyard is a good choice. Sip on to your fave beer or indulge in some finger food such as their signature naan pizza known as Naanza, along with romantic hip tracks creating the perfect ambience.
Where: Jalsa, Ho Chi Minh Sarani
Timings: Noon to 4pm,
6.30pm to 10.45pm
Meal for two: Rs 1,600-plus
What to expect: If you and your date are into modern Indian cuisine and a regal ambience, then this can be your dinner destination tonight. The restaurant will be offering Valentine’s special tasting menu for couples that has dishes such as Pink Puri, Fish Anarkali, Gulabi Murgh Tikka, to name a few, served with a glass of complimentary sparkling wine.
Where: Ozora, Acropolis Mall
Timings: 4pm till 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 2,000
What to expect: What can be better than a candlelit dinner at a 20-storey high open-air space on V-day?! The bonus is themed cocktails such as Love Struck, Pink Lady, Cupid’s Love, Love Bite shots and much more along with some brilliant gourmet food such as New York Raspberry Cheesecake. It’s also a great way to make the most of the winter chill in the city.
Where: Raasta, Celica Park, Park Street
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 2,000-plus
What to expect: This one is for the couple that’s looking to experiment with something new. Experience a vibe of the Caribbean at the newly opened pub in the city that promises power beats by DJ Animesh. Sit inside if you want it to be a groovy date night or explore the open-air zone if you wanna experience the last bits of winter in the city. Dig into lip-smacking dishes like Caribbean Chicken Strips, Jamaican Tandoori Chicken, Jalapeno Cheese Cigars among others.
Where: SKAI, Quest Mall
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 1,500-plus
What to expect: The alfresco lounge on the sixth floor of Quest Mall not only promises great views but also a fine vibe. If you are looking to impress your date with a chic and classy venue then this could be your bet. Don’t forget to sip on their signature cocktail Stardust as you cruise through your date night.
Where: Olterra, Park Street
Timings: Noon to 11pm
Meal for two: Rs 2,000-plus without alcohol and
Rs 3,000-plus with alcohol
What to expect: Book yourselves a cosy nook in this Greek mythology-inspired space, and experience an #Instagrammable date night at this beautiful venue. Both the open-air as well as indoor seating space bear a classic yet chic character. Indulge in their signature cocktails such as Knock Knock It’s Gin O’Clock and Let’s Move to A Bellini along with finger food such as Cream Cheese and Mushroom Dumpling.
