Are you ready to make this Valentine's Day one to remember? Whether you're looking to spoil your significant other, or simply want to celebrate your love in a quiet, intimate setting, Delhi has you covered. From hidden gem restaurants to cozy and romantic nooks, the city is filled with a variety of private dining destinations that are perfect for couples. In this article, we've rounded up the 10 most memorable private dining experiences in Delhi, so you can surprise your sweetheart with a magical evening they'll never forget! So grab your partner and get ready to indulge in a night of love and romance at one of these incredible dining destinations.
Kiyan
This beautiful poolside restaurant housed in the stunning Roseate hotel is one of the best places in Delhi to take your partner if you want to make a statement. The restaurant is unique in that it functions as a brasserie during the day and as a Mughlai restaurant at night. This makes the outlet a great option regardless of the time of day, you can enjoy an elaborate European-style meal for lunch or a more familiar Mughlai spread for dinner. Lunchtime calls for the pomelo salad and a crisp white wine, while dinner calls for the galouti kebab and a wee dram or two of Lagavulin 16.
Price for two: Rs. 6,500
Timing: 7 am–11:30 pm, Monday to Sunday
Location: NH-8, Samalkha, New Delhi, Delhi 110037
How to get there: Kiyan is within The Roseate hotel at NH-8, approx. 3km from the airport
Olive Bar and Kitchen
Olive Group’s Delhi flagship is one of its best retail ventures yet; this quaint bistro housed in an old colonial building has been subject to rave reviews and numerous other honors since it first opened its doors to the Delhi public nearly 20 years ago. The restaurant features an elaborate food and drink menu centered around European fare, curated by head chef Dhruv Oberoi. We recommend trying out the Truly Italian pizza, the olive and passion fruit ice cream for dessert, and a glass or two of the bar's many gin based cocktails.
Price for two: Rs. 5,000
Timing: 12:30 pm–1 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: Mile 6, One Style, 8, Kalka Das Marg, Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
How to get there: Near Rimple and Harpreet Narula Couture
The Grammer Room
Yet another stunner from the Olive Group, this cozy courtyard restaurant is the perfect place for a casual lunch with your loved one. The restaurant prides itself on its food and drink menus that center around farm-to-table dining, a concept that the establishment has managed to execute with peerless precision and grace since its inception. We recommend trying out the burrata and berries with a glass of white wine to boot.
Price for two: Rs. 3,000*
Timing: 11 am–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: One Style Mile, Kalka Das Marg, opp. Alai Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
How to get there: Opposite Aali Minar
Kitty Su
Delhi’s best nightclub is definitely the place to be if you and your partner prefer a night of spirited drink as opposed to a quiet meal for two. The nightclub is housed in the Lalit hotel, so there’s no shortage of food options for consumers, both from the nightclub’s own menu and those of other outlets on the property. We recommend getting a light starter like the California Maki Rolls to help line your stomach for a night of heavy drinking.
Price for two: Rs. 6,000
Timing: 10 pm–1 am, Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays)
Location: One Style Mile, Kalka Das Marg, opp. Alai Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
How to get there: Opposite Aali Minar
Music & Mountains Hillside Cafe
This homely and rustic cafe is just what you and your partner need to catch a break from the bustling streets of Delhi. The cafe’s vintage wooden interiors, dating back to the forties, will take you right to the foothills of a Swiss skiing resort. The restaurant's fare is euro-centric, featuring contemporary takes on classics such as stroganoff and ravioli. We recommend trying the smoked salmon risotto with a glass or two of a dry white wine.
Price for two: Rs. 2,500*
Timing: 12:30 pm–12 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: 2nd floor, M 23, M Block Market, Greater Kailash-1, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
How to get there: Near Ekasmaye in Greater Kailash-1
Perch Wine & Coffee Bar
This beautiful cafe with all white interiors and subtle wood furnishings is the perfect place for you and your loved one to enjoy an intimate meal with some high-quality beverages to boot. True to its namesake, the cafe has an impeccable selection of wine and coffee from India and the world over, poured with great care and passion for the craft(s). We recommend trying out the cold cuts platter with the staff’s choice of wine and/or coffee.
Price for two: Rs. 1,600*
Timing: 8 am–12:30 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: 71, Khan Market, Rabindra Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
How to get there: Opposite Vasant Udyan
Rose Cafe
This chic cafe with soft pastel interiors is one of the most dreamy places you can take your date to lunch in the city. The cafe boasts an impressive selection of desserts and hot beverages, including a thoughtful menu of house sandwiches and artisanal teas that are sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters. We recommend trying out the spaghetti with sundried tomatoes with a glass of delicate assam tea, or a zesty iced Earl Grey.
Price for two: Rs. 1,700*
Timing: 12–9 pm, Monday to Sunday
Location: 264, Westend Marg, Butterfly Park, Saiyad Ul Ajaib Extension, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
How to get there: Near Project Fuse in Saket
Grappa Bar
This beautiful bar housed within the Shangri-La hotel is sure to make for a memorable night with your loved one. The outlet boasts a large dining space with high glass ceilings, with an elaborate food and drinks menu that includes unique offerings such as barrel-aged cocktails and authentic Italian frittos. We recommend trying out the barrel aged negroni with a plate of Sicilian arancini.
Price for two: Rs. 4,000
Timing: 12–10 pm, Monday to Sunday
Location: Lobby Level, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, 19, Ashoka Rd, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
How to get there: Shangri-La Eros New Delhi hotel in Connaught Place
Blue Tokai
India’s first specialty coffee chain needs no introduction, Blue Tokai’s many outlets in the capital are all perfect locations for a short coffee date with your partner. The chain’s intricate food and drinks menu is sure to have something that catches your eye, with the minimalist interiors and spacious seating only adding to the appeal. We recommend trying out the cafe’s single-origin brews, paired with the house-recommended pastry pairing.
Price for two: Rs. 1,100*
Timing: 7:00 am–11 pm, Monday to Sunday
Location: 15A, opposite Old Dr. Dangs Clinic, Block A, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016
How to get there: Opposite Pilates for You
Sidecar
This warm and homely bar is among the best in Asia, and for good reason. The establishment boasts an impressive cocktail menu with incredible mixological marvels and an equally impressive food menu centered around classic continental fare. We recommend ordering the Cajun popcorn prawn, with a few glasses of The Bloodiest Mary to boot.
Price for two: Rs. 2,500*
Timing: 1 pm–1 am, Monday to Sunday
Location: GK 2 Main Rd, Block M, Greater Kailash II, Greater Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
How to get there: Down the Road from VRA Cotton Mills