Chennai is home to many restaurants that make a perfect date night spot. Right from quaint cafes to fine dining rooftops, the city has something for every couple looking to spend some quality time over delicious food.
We recommend visiting on weekdays or earlier on weekends to avoid crowds, and ofcourse beating traffic with your own bike, or getting a bike rental in Chennai.
The Mayflower
The Mayflower in Teynampet has a cosy and warm ambience. The restaurant is popular for its asian and continental cuisine that make perfect bites amidst its soothing environment. If you’re someone who enjoys a mellow vibe, this might just be your happy place.
Cost for two: Rs 1500
Wild Garden Cafe – Amethyst
Wild Garden Cafe among its luscious plants offers outdoor seating, making it pleasant for dining once the sun sets. The restaurant offers a variety of food including continental, Italian and Chinese. Coupled with cute decor and great food presentation, this place is great for those looking to get pictures for the gram!
Cost for two: Rs 1400
Board Walk – Ramada
If it’s a special occasion and you’re looking to splurge a little, the Board Walk with its rooftop seating is a must try. One can enjoy a romantic candle-light dinner as you relish North Indian and Continental delicacies. They also have great live music that adds a magic touch to your dining experience.
Cost for two: Rs 2400
Basil with a twist
If European cuisine is a preference, Basil with a twist is where you need to head to. The place offers a romantic ambience with choice offerings including risottos, quesadillas, pastas and much more. A great place with a sophisticated dining experience and food that tastes just as good as it looks. To make it more accessible you can take a bike rental in Chennai.
Cost for two: Rs 1500
The Brew Room
The Brew Room offers cute outdoor seating and decor that is perfect for a meal with your better half. A great choice to grab some continental or Italian bites while you enjoy its quaint ambience, when all you need is some great coffee and freshly baked desserts to go with it.
Cost for two: Rs 1100
Fromage
If you want your date to be extremely cheesy (in the most literal sense), you’ve gotta try Fromage. Its patterned tiles and bright blue walls are the perfect backdrop to the Cheese fountain which you must try. You can’t go wrong with anything you pick on the menu, sweet, savoury and especially cheesy.
Cost for two: Rs 1000
Blind Ch3mistry
With some of the most unique decor and seating arrangements, Blind Ch3mistry is a hot favourite romantic diner. A quirky cafe with a wide variety of food and beverages. But as mentioned it’s most frequented for its lovely swing and hammock seating that makes it an experience like none other.
Cost for two: Rs 800
Asvah 24
What better romantic dining, than dining by the beach? Asvah 24’s great location makes it a great place to enjoy a date. Its rooftop seating offers a great view and sets the right tone for couples. The place is known for its french cuisine and extremely well made cocktails. Perfect to grab dinner and drinks.
Cost for two: 1700
Up North – The Raintree
For those craving some classic North Indian food, Up North at the Raintree is your pick. The restaurant being located on the 10th floor also takes your dining experience up a notch with the city’s mystical view. A great restaurant to spend a romantic evening with food that satisfies every craving.
Cost for two: Rs 1500
East Coast at Madras Square
Another favorite surrounded by some pretty greens, East Coast at Madras Square has a variety of continental offerings. Its serene ambience is what draws people for some quality time together. The place is the right choice to unwind and enjoy a candle-light dinner while sipping on some amazing cocktails.
Cost for two: Rs 1800
We suggest ending your date with a romantic walk, a long drive or perhaps even a fun ride to end the day on a perfect note. One can easily get a car or bike rental in Chennai, that is extremely cost effective and one of our favorite ways to explore the city.