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Five Dinner Date restaurants for your inspiration. These are fail safe crowd pleasers so if you are ever stuck for a spot to dine at with a gorgeous Allure model this might just interest you.
Pavyllon, located inside the Four Seasons, Park Lane. London’s chicest new French eatery
Topping our list of five dinner date restaurants is the Michelin starred, Pavyllon. Yannick Alléno brings Pavyllon to London. With no less than 15 Michelin stars under his belt globally, you know that making a reservation at Pavyllon will be as delicious as it is expensive but worth it.
If you are looking to impress your date then simply make a date at Pavyllon. Whilst it is unquestionably a fine dining establishment within a five star hotel, Pavyllon still manages to have a serene and relaxed atmosphere. Not too relaxed, you must dress to impress here. No tennis shoes or baseball caps, at least not at dinner. After all, you are in Mayfair.
I know what you are thinking, that this is just another over priced restaurant in London with it’s muted tones and optical white table cloths. However, the service at Pavyllon really does set itself apart from other upscale restaurants in London. Your date will be offered a stool for her handbag, your water will be freshly topped up silently and you will not be rushed. It is the small touches that make the biggest impact here. Much like the portion sizes at Pavyllon.
At Pavyllon you and your companion can savour French classics made with the freshest British ingredients. Chef Yannick Alleno is know for his innovative cooking methods such as the “sous vide” meaning vacuum and “cryo concentration” meaning frozen extraction to concoct his exquisite dishes. You and your companion can just sit back and taste the incredible gastronomic delights. Although the cooking methods are unconventional and perhaps complicated the menu, thankfully is not. At Pavyllon you will find chicken, fish, lamb, prawns of course but it is all in the sauces here. Garnishes such as curried mayonnaise, kombu both, pomegranate veil and watercress coulis. A real treat for you and your companions taste buds.
Undoubtably expensive and reassuringly so however there is a slightly more economical lunch time offering at Pavyllon. For £55.50 you can enjoy a lunch time tasting menu of five courses. Ok, you are still looking at paying over £30 for a glass of champagne. No matter how nice you are to the head sommelier Baptiste Beaumard. However it is a wonderfully upscale and delightful restaurant that is world class, right here in old London Town.
Sexy Fish in Berkeley Square in Mayfair is one of London’s most popular destinations when it comes to upmarket but not stuffy cuisine, and it’s a big hit with our ladies and customers alike.
The glamorous and opulent Sexy Fish is a real head-turner for a dinner date. It’s decorated with artwork by Damien Hirst and serves Japanese cuisine with a fashionable twist. If you like Japanese whiskey, you can choose from over 400 bottles. The restaurant offers: a private dining room, the Coral Reef Room as well as theme nights and live sets DJ. It’s an Instagram-worthy place for sure and we just had to include it on our list of five dinner date restaurants.
If you are a foodie, I have to be honest and say it’s a bit more style than substance. The food is “nice” but it’s not the best meal you have ever had. I do not think a visit to Sexy Fish is really about the food; it’s more a place to be seen and to enjoy. You feel like you are in a Mayfair club when you approach the ice-cold maître d. That’s not a criticism, but it’s a bit like the 90s. As soon as you are allowed to enter the bar area, you are greeted by a much friendlier barman. Maybe that means you are worthy of the marble and onyx that’s wall to wall here. The cocktails are extravagant, and so are the prices. It cost nearly £20 million to open this restaurant, so I suppose they have to recoup the investment somehow.
If you are prepared to enjoy the trip to Sexy Fish, it’s a blast. I prefer it at lunchtime. I like to people-watch and order the salmon and avocado maki rolls with a glass of champagne. The lunch menu is very reasonable and costs around £35. I would definitely recommend booking in advance so you do not have to dance with the waitress, but it’s a great experience. The restaurant is really impressive and offers the usual western versions of Japanese specialities. With a pretty girl on your arm, you should definitely try it out.
Joia, which translates as jewel in Portuguese, is a sparkly new addition to the London restaurant scene.
With floor to ceiling windows showcasing the splendour of the newly refurbish Battersea Power Station it is certainly a gem of a dinner date location. If you want to impress your date with somewhere new and exciting then make a reservation at Joia in Battersea.
Prepared to be wowed by Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa’s creations. He holds two Michelin stars and boy, does it show. The menu is as vibrant and as colourful as the restaurants interior decor. Expect lots of Iberian and Catalonian inspired dishes such as ham, tortilla’s, olives, piri piri made to share. This is upscale tapas at it’s finest. With a fully stocked bar and impressive wine list to accompany the flavoursome food. Not simply a restaurant, Joia has a restaurant, bar and rooftop for you and your date to enjoy. You and your date can soak up the sophisticated holiday atmosphere together. Getting to know one another over delicious food and impeccable service.
If you and your date wanted to make a night of it then you can always retire to a suite at the Art’otel. Joia is located on top of the Art’otel on the 15th floor. The large windows look out across South West London. The restaurant itself is visually impressive. Muted pinks, corals, golds, greens with lots of shiny marble make Joai a very aesthetically pleasing eatery. Battersea is now the nouveau riche capital of London. Apartments within the Battersea Power complex selling for millions and a shopping centre selling Rolex watches and Chanel cosmetics, small leather goods and sunglasses. Battersea has come a long way since the power staton was decommissioned in the 1970’s. Every girl has been wined and dined in Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Marylebone and even Shoreditch. I guarantee that Battersea will be a new date destination. A first date ice breaker in itself. You will soon see why this made our five dinner date restaurants list.
If you wanted to watch the sun go down over South West London with a tipple or two then Joia offers 12 signature cocktails inspired by Iberian gems. Classic cocktails and of course sangria are available also. One thing is for sure Joia is a great location to impress a companion. It has fabulous fine dining and innovative cocktails in a relaxed and fun Art Deco setting.
Manzi’s is back. The original closed its doors in 2006 after dishing up fruits de mer for Londoner’s and tourists for almost a century.
If you want to hit up the newest hot dining spot in town with a large dollop of nostalgia we will give you the low down on Manzi’s in Soho. We recommend adding a beautiful companion and you have all the ingredients for the perfect date.
Back like they never left! The original Manzi’s was in Leicester Square. It opened in 1926 and closed in 2006. There has been a huge fish shaped hole in the London restaurant scene ever since. Fear not, this much celebrated seafood eatery is back and is serving fish and frivolity in equal measures. Enter a world under the sea where mermaids, giant sea creatures and a 3D Poseidon adorn the walls. One thing is for sure, London loves a theme but perhaps Manzi’s has gone a little over the top with the decor. Never the less it is a wonderfully fun setting for a laid back yet upscale date.
Dine like a Greek God. If Poseidon and his friends, family and lovers were to book a table at Manzi’s I have no doubt that they would be seated at the large round table on the first floor. I am certain they would appreciate the grand banquet seating with the plush green unholstered seats and gilded gold accents. Perhaps they would order the King Prawns, Scottish lobster or a Manzi’s Plateu to share. One imagine’s that those Greek gods must have needed a lot of protein in their diet to maintain those ripping muscles.
Manzi’s is a predominately sea food based restaurant but if you or your date fancy lamb, beef or chicken there are plenty of non fish alternatives. Similarly if you or your date are vegan or vegetarian they are some creative dishes that may be of interest. Furthermore this place has something for everyone, you just have to appreciate the ostentatious efforts at every turn.
Knickerbocker glory days. Manzi’s dessert list deserves a special mention. Truly a blast from the past. Manzi’s has naughty nostalgic treats such as arctic roll, black forest gateaux, knickerbocker glory and brandy snaps. If you long for desserts of the 1980’s then step back in time and head to Manzi’s. I can not remember the last time I saw fruit cocktail jelly on a menu if ever. Especially not in a west end restaurant. I double dare even the most refined of palates. Who would not go weak at the sight of a huge knickerbocker glory complete with a wafer and cherry on top?
Surprisingly the new owners of Manzi’s in Soho brought us The Wolseley, The Delaunay and Brasserie Zedel. Manzi’s is a slick and sophisticated operation. The staff are friendly and accommodating, the menu is broad and the drinks list is extensive. However, unlike its sister venues it is not trying to be grand and conservative. You can not compare Manzi’s to The Wolseley. It is not quite Atlantis but neither is it Scott’s. Somewhere in-between, simply being flamboyant and certainly not conforming. One thing is for sure, Manzi’s will make you leave with a smile on your face. Ride the wave like one of the fish murals displayed by the stairs. Not a place for someone that favours Wilton’s. Big kids only.
The last of our five dinner date restaurants in London, Coya in Mayfair is the perfect place to take one of our lovely ladies out to dinner, as it is one of our favourite restaurants.
We love Coya for its lively atmosphere, Peruvian plates to share and fabulous cocktails. Coya, the world-renowned restaurant brand with branches in Dubai, Paris, Mykonos, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh and Monte Carlo, is always a great place to go.
Upscale, elite, but very welcoming. I think it’s one of those places where everyone is treated well. When you are there, you are welcome. There’s no prejudice or ice-cream girls at the front desk here. Every member of staff has a smile for you and the music is always upbeat yet quiet enough to have a good conversation over cocktails or ceviche.
Coya attracts an adult, sophisticated crowd. Sure, it’s swanky, but people are not here to show off, they are here to eat, drink, dine and just be – making it an ideal setting for a dinner date. Coya is a lifestyle brand, and they take great pride in their ambience. The company curates playlists and likes to describe the experience as multi-sensory. The Pisco bar offers a variety of innovative cocktails and often has a live concert from Thursday to the weekend DJ.
The food is really very good. When I first heard it was a mix of Peruvian, Spanish and Japanese dishes, I thought it was a recipe for disaster, but it’s actually a sensational success. Tacos, sashimi and steaks ensure that there is something for every palate. There’s also a reasonably priced lunch menu for £45 with a decent selection of dishes. If you find yourself in Mayfair, Coya is not to be missed. It really is one of those places that is both cool and modern without being snooty. Do not hesitate, make a date with one of our girls and enjoy Peruvian fusion cuisine!