Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to show your significant other how much you care, and what better way to do it than by treating them to a romantic dinner? Mumbai, the city of dreams, offers an array of intimate dining destinations that are sure to take your breath away. From intimate candlelit dinners to serene beachside eateries, the city is brimming with options to make this day extra special. Get ready to be swept off your feet as we present to you the top 10 dining destinations in Mumbai, each one more captivating than the last. So, grab your partner, put on your best attire, and let's make this Valentine's Day one to remember!
The Craftery by Subko
This coffee roastery and craft bakehouse is sure to make a solid impression on your date with its impeccable industrial design and ever evolving pastry menus. The outlet is renowned for its specialty coffee, which is sourced from India’s leading producers and brewed fresh in nearly every method you can imagine. We recommend visiting the outlet for lunch or an early evening cuppa, as that will give you plenty of time to engage in some of the Craftery’s fun activities, such as screen printing totes or t-shirts. A cuppa and a croissant is the meal to have here, but you’d do just as well to ask for staff recommendations on what’s new.
Price for two: Rs. 1,400*
Timing: 8:30 am–8 pm, Tuesday to Sunday (Closed on Monday)
Location: Unit No. 2 Jak Compound, D K, 1st Cross Ln, Byculla East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400027
How to get there: Near Jagewala Temple
The Goose & Gridiron
This chic restaurant, situated in the heart of the city, is the perfect place for an intimate dinner for two. The interiors are decked out with elaborate wood furnishings that are wonderfully complemented by warm lights and homely fixtures. The restaurant is renowned for its continental spread and range of classic cocktails. We recommend trying out the honey-pepper chicken and almond biscotti, paired with a few glasses of the classic martini to wash it all down.
Price for two: Rs. 1,800*
Timing: 12 pm–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: Opp Sterling Theatre, Murzabaan Street, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
How to get there: Near The Bombay Diocesan Trust Association
Olive Bar and Kitchen
This beautiful rustic eatery is the perfect spot for a meal at any hour of the day. The Olive Bar and Kitchen has been serving the denizens of Mumbai for well over two decades, to rave reviews, and it’s easy to see why. Expertly curated, ever-evolving food and drink menus coupled with ample open-air seating and a shaded terrace make this worth your while any day of the year, let alone Valentine’s Day. We recommend trying out the lamb chops and burrata with a glass or two of your favorite bubbly.
Price for two: Rs. 4,000*
Timing: 12–11:55 pm, Monday to Sunday
Location: 14, Nargis Dutt Rd, Union Park, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052
How to get there: Opposite Sea Hill Apartments
The Bombay Canteen
This modern cafe and bar is one of Mumbai’s most legendary eateries, known the world over for their innovative use of endemic Indian produce and cooking techniques. This is the place to go if you want to surprise your partner with the best food and drink that the Indian culinary scene has to offer, crafted with love by executive chef Hussain Shahzad and his team. We recommend trying out the bone marrow nalli nihari with a glass of the Canteen Gibson to boot.
Price for two: Rs. 1,700*
Timing: 12 pm–1:30 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: Unit-1, Process House, S.B. Road, Kamala Mills, Near Radio Mirchi Office Lower, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
How to get there: Near Marcus Aurelius Fabrics
O Pedro
This Goan bar and restaurant is Sameer Seth’s (Founder and CEO, Bombay Canteen) most recent venture, a homage to Goa’s elaborate Portuguese-derived fare and legendary nightlife. The restaurant specializes in contemporary takes on Goan classics, backed by a fun cocktail menu that captures the essence of the Emerald State in a way that few restaurants have. This is the perfect place for a laid-back lunch with your loved one; the eatery is sure to deliver on its promise to be an escape from the concrete jungle that is Mumbai. We recommend trying out the chicken sha-cuti with a glass of the Vasco Sour.
Price for two: Rs. 3,500*
Timing: 12 pm–1:30 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: 3V57+RX7, Unit No 2, Plot No C-68, Jet Airways - Godrej BKC,, Bandra Kurla Complex, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
How to get there: Godrej BKC Bandra Kurla Complex
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Stained glass interiors coupled with sporadic simple furniture add to the homely appeal of this Parsi-inspired eatery that dishes out some of the best contemporary takes on the community’s fare in the city. The restaurant is the perfect place to take your partner to experience a refreshing take on one of India’s most underrated cuisines. The restaurant stocks several contemporary takes on Parsi classics, along with a playful cocktail menu that is sure to make your night. We recommend trying out the Chicken Farcha with a side of pav, and a few glasses of The Last Show at the Royal Opera House to wash it all down.
Price for two: Rs. 1,600*
Timing: 12 pm–1:30 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: The Capital, 02, G Block Rd, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
How to get there: Near Jio World Garden
Asilo
This open-air lounge located on the rooftop of the St. Regis hotel is sure to appeal to those looking for a more refined space for a formal dinner. The sleek, contemporary layout and immaculate views make this place one of the best options in the city if you're looking to make a statement. The food and drinks are sure not to disappoint either; the restaurant prepares a range of delicious continental fare and contemporary cocktails that are sure to satisfy the most discerning palates. We recommend trying out the restaurant’s charcuterie selection with a glass or two of your favorite wine label to boot.
Price for two: Rs. 6,000
Timing: 4 pm–1:30 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: Level 37, 462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
How to get there: at St. Regis Hotel in Lower Parel
Pali Village Café
This bi-level cafe features elaborate rustic interiors with tasteful vintage furniture and fixtures in a quaint, cozy setting that sets the scene for a memorable candlelit dinner with your partner. You’ll be glad to know that the outlet also does themed dinners, with Valentine’s Day being no exception. The restaurant is renowned for its authentic Italian fare and creative, health-focused cocktails that center around micronutrients (Karela and gin, who’d have thought, eh?). We recommend getting a plate of the roasted aubergine and sundried tomato ravioli with a glass or two of the tomato and ACV cocktail (you might want to skip your vitamin C supps for this one).
Price for two: Rs. 3,500*
Timing: 11 am–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: 10, Pali Mala Rd, Adarsh Nagar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050
How to get there: Near Theobroma
Gallops
This picturesque eatery is situated inside the Mahalakshmi Racecourse, offering truly stunning views that may include a few fine horses. This is the place to go if your partner is an avid reader or cinephile, trust us, this place is straight out of a LOTR movie. The restaurant is known for its excellent service and cuisine, which includes both Indian and continental fare. We recommend trying out their lamb dishes, such as the nalli nihari and the roast lamb in pepper sauce, with a spicy bloody mary or two to boot.
Price for two: Rs. 3,000*
Timing: 12 pm–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: Inside Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Via Gate 1, Keshavrao Khadye Marg, Royal Western India Turf Club, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400034
How to get there: Mahalakshmi Racecourse
Monkey Bar
Yet another classic from the Olive Group, this is the place to be if you and your partner are devoted to desi drinking culture. This lively bar is popular for its unapologetically Indian fare and casual but thoughtful approach to bartending. We recommend getting the barnyard burger along with a few pints of KF Ultra to wash it all down.
Price for two: Rs. 2,500
Timing: 1 pm–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: 14th & 33rd Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050
How to get there: Opposite Supreme Headquarters