Here’s some fabulous spots to visit for dinner or lunch this Valentine’s Day. Read on to find out more.
Visit Leadenhall Market For Tarot Readings And More
Nestled in the heart of the City of London, Leadenhall Market will be hosting the much-loved SoLo Craft Fair for a special Valentine’s pop-up weekend market, creating the perfect occasion to buy something beautifully handcrafted for one’s significant other.
Open from 12-5pm on Saturday 8 February, the popular market run by makers, for makers, will see handmade jewellery, artwork, home accessories and more, to inspire creativity and romance among couples.
In addition to its market stalls, SoLo Craft Fair will also be holding a special Love Tarot Reading workshop, for free, from 12-3pm, offering people the opportunity to discover what’s in store for their love life in the year ahead.
For those looking for a romantic meal on Valentine’s Day itself, Leadenhall Market has a plethora of places to choose from to suit all budgets and tastes. From fine dining to wine and cheese, to beer and burgers, tapas and sangrias, or French pastries and cocktails, the iconic destination has couples covered. Check with individual food & drink outlets for special offers.
Leadenhall Market is owned and managed by The City of London Corporation. For more information, visit: leadenhallmarket.co.uk
Try A Romantic Valentine’s Menu
COYA
Both London restaurants in Mayfair and the City of London welcome guests to indulge in their Set Menu complete with Rose Champagne, priced at £90 PP at COYA City. Signature favourites and a romantic dessert of Chocolate Corazón Dessert will also be available for the ultimate celebration. Pair dishes with COYA’s bespoke Pink Pisco Sour Special, infused with flavours of strawberry, lychee and rose. Topped with eye-catching stencilled messages for both Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day – including ‘I Love You’ and ‘Be Mine” – couples and friends alike can enjoy memorable cocktails together over an indulgent offering of Peruvian cuisine. To celebrate love all week, COYA City, a stone’s throw away from Bank Station will be offering this bespoke Valentine’s Day Menu across the week from Monday 10th – Friday 14th!
Thai Square
From 7th–14th February, Thai Square is serving a special Valentine’s set menu across all locations. Couples can share starters like the Aromatic Duck with steamed pancakes or Mixed Vegetarian Starters, followed by exciting mains such as Crispy Caramel Chicken, Cupid’s Garlic Prawns, or the indulgent Tamarind Kissed Duck. Finish on a sweet note with Coconut Ice Cream drizzled in mango sauce. Pair it all with a Rossini cocktail—strawberry purée, Prosecco, and strawberry liqueur—for the perfect toast to love.
Mint Leaf
Mint Leaf is celebrating Valentine’s Day with an exclusive offering on the 14th and 15th of February. Guests can enjoy a specially curated set menu paired with a Valentine’s Day cocktail, crafted specifically for the occasion. The cocktail comes with a love lock to add to a wall within the restaurant, transporting you to the love lock bridge in Paris. As a unique touch, couples who visited Mint Leaf for Valentine’s Day last year and who reorder the Valentine’s Day cocktail can search for their love lock and, if found, will receive a £50 voucher for their next visit.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at CORD Restaurant With An Exquisite Four-Course Menu
On Friday 14th February, CORD will offer a specially curated four-course set menu, priced at £129 per person. Under the direction of Executive Chef Karl O’Dell, the menu features seasonal ingredients and dishes that reflect the passion and craftsmanship of the CORD team. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy expertly paired wines from Head Sommelier Jiachen Lu, whose curated selection elevates the dining experience with each course.
Early reservations are recommended for this exclusive event.
For bookings and more details, visit www.cordrestaurant.co.uk or contact the team directly at reservations@cordrestaurant.co.uk.
Koibito Menu for Two | Sticks′n′Sushi
Say it with sushi! Celebrate the person you love ‘koibito’ this Valentine’s Day with a four-course meal at Sticks’n’Sushi. Bringing together freshly prepared sushi and hot-off-the-grill sticks, enjoy a selection of signature appetisers, nigiri, house rolls, and sticks of Aka Ebi and Wagyu Yaki followed by an indulgent dark chocolate fondant with a matcha core, vanilla ice cream and a matcha cookie crumble. Don’t pass up the limited-edition ‘For the Sake of Love’ cocktail blending sake with Hibiscus Mezcal and raspberry cordial for a sweet and smooth finish.
️ Four-course Koibito Menu, £150 for two people, available from 13th - 16th February.
Various locations across London and in Oxford and Cambridge
Madison
Enjoy an evening of romance high above the London skyline and indulge in a lovingly crafted 3-course Valentine’s Day menu available on the 14th and 15th of February. For £99 per person, enjoy indoor seating in our romantic rooftop restaurant. For a truly unforgettable night, upgrade to a window seat at £149 per person and let the city lights set the perfect backdrop to your celebrations.
Looking for a Valentine’s experience that goes beyond the ordinary? Sweep your loved one off their feet with Madison’s Blackout Dinner on February 16th. The entire restaurant will be dimmed down and filled with candles, making for the ultimate romantic setting. Book here
14 Hills
Treat someone special to a luxurious five-course menu this Valentine’s Day, including a glass of Piper-Heidsieck champagne upon arrival in the romantic rooftop setting of 14 Hills. Take in the views over London’s skyline whilst enjoying our live DJ and an array of indulgent cocktails to be tried. Book here
Hotels To Visit
This February, One Hundred Shoreditch is offering a desirable package for those who celebrate Valentine’s Day. Packages include; 1x LELO Feel Good Kit (choose between three kits), a round of G Spot cocktails (or mocktails) for two, ‘Want’ the Gillian Anderson book of anonymous fantasies, complimentary breakfast in its restaurant and room upgrades/late checkouts (both subject to availability!)
Rooms can be booked until the 20th February 2025 with the package/offer available for stays from the 7th February – 2nd March 2025. Full T&C’s as well as booking information can be viewed HERE.
Out Of The City
Pirana
The Nikkei restaurant is now a staple for late night dining since opening last summer and ideal for those looking to have a fun night out on Valentine’s Day. For £160 per person, guests will be treated to a feast for the senses while immersed in the incredible site that throws you into a hedonistic world, deep under the sea. The food is a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavours and techniques with dishes like Tempura rose petals with spicy tuna and Beluga caviar, Gillardeau oysters and champagne granita, Lobster Gunkan, Grilled black cod and more. The dessert is a sensational mixture of rose and milk chocolate mousse in the shape of a heart with Champagne, hazelnuts and strawberries.
The expertly curated wine and Champagne list offers both old and new world wines, ideal for wine lovers. An extensive selection of signature cocktails, and a dedicated espresso martini menu will ensure guests have a great time. As the evening progresses, later into the night, the diverse and rich live music offering evolves into globally renowned DJs spinning the decks, marking the start of the party, where guests can dance the night away.
Book here: reservationbs@piranalondon.com
Chotto Matte Soho
This Valentine’s Day, Chotto Matte Soho celebrates indulgence and connection with a bold sharing menu featuring Spicy Tuna, Aphrodisiac Oysters, Caviar & Chips, Fried Chicken & Caviar, and a collaborative dessert. Guests will enjoy a romantic setting with Peruvian orchid arrangements, mood lighting, and an interactive “Kokuhaku” Post-it Wall for playful confessions. Each couple also receives a “Lover’s Card” with a chance to win prizes for future visits.
Chotto Matte ǀ London ǀ Japanese Peruvian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Pizzeria & Pasqua at Harrods
Hailing from Verona, the city of the star-crossed lovers themselves, Pasqua Wines is a historic Veronese winery, owned by the Pasqua family. Founded in 1925, the winery is recognised worldwide as a producer and ambassador of prestigious Veneto wines. Pizzeria & Pasqua bring together the finest Italian pizza alongside the highest quality Veneto and Italian wines.
Serving heart-shaped wood-fired pizzas crafted with premium ingredients sourced directly from the Food Halls, guests will have the opportunity to indulge in classic favourites such the fiery Diavola, with spicy peppered Napolitano salami, or the traditional Vera Pizza Napoletana, with buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, wild oregano, and extra virgin olive oil. For something truly special.
Wine lovers will be delighted by a carefully curated selection from Pasqua’s third-generation producers. From the velvety richness of Valpolicella DOC to the crisp elegance of Bianco Veneto, every glass is expertly chosen to enhance the dining experience. For a sparkling touch, why not pair your pizza with Pasqua’s Romeo e Juliet Prosecco DOC and raise a toast to amore!
Pizzeria & Pasqua is located on the second floor of Harrods, open Monday to Saturday, 12pm – 9pm, and Sunday, 12pm – 6pm.
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