Whether it's your first date, Valentine's Day, or a night out with your long-term partner, we all need a little romanticism when we're dating. There are dining options all across this city, whether you're looking for a location to be wined and dined or one that is so exquisitely lit that you can't resist sharing a kiss next to the candles. Check out our guide to Leeds's most romantic dining establishments for couples.
British Restaurant New Briggate
Vice & Virtue is a good choice of romantic but fancy restaurants in Leeds city centre, as it's serving dishes from MasterChef finalist Jono Hawthorne. Head downstairs to the cocktail bar for devilishly blended drinks and a hotter gentleman's club theme if you're feeling a little more naughty.
Restaurant Wharf Street
With its chic decor and delectable fare, this chic hideout is the ideal choice for a date night in Leeds. Combining industrial style with adorable hanging lightbulbs, it's the ideal setting for smoozing over a variety of housemade wines, liquors, and European cuisine that is produced locally.
Japanese Restaurant Belgrave Street
Anyone up for a performance and dinner? Teppanyaki shows that cooking is a great source of entertainment in and of itself, with friendly chefs preparing your food on hot plates right at your table. With its use of theatrical techniques like fire, juggling, and flipping, this Leeds restaurant is a memorable choice for a date night.
Indian Restaurant Mill Hill
At Tharavadu, it's not just about the mouthwatering cuisine. The Michelin-starred restaurant is a fantastic place to take a date because of its moody interior, vast wine list, and variety of craft beers. The Kerala dishes are delicious enough to set sparks flying anywhere.
Thai Restaurant Blayds Court
WFor your romantic dinner, settle down among Chaophraya's beautiful dark wood and pastel leather chairs, where delectable Thai fare awaits. Stir-fries, traditional curries, and festive set menus are available for those who want to go all out.
Thai Restaurant Regent Street
If you want to feel like you're on a romantic date night, go to South Parade or Sukhothai in Chapel Allerton. This stunning location features a botanical motif that creates a seductive backdrop with a tranquil feature pond and water wall, making it the ideal place to savour traditional Thai cuisine.
Steak Restaurant East Parade
Boasting trendy furnishings, with low-hanging lighting, chesterfield sofas and a slick bar, Blackhouse Grill on the Square is a terrific find if you're wanting to charm your beloved. Give them a delicious supper that includes roasted cod, tender steak, and much more.