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London has no shortage of brilliant restaurants, with new options opening all the time. However, for a romantic evening, you need to know you can rely on impeccable service, charming staff, cosseting interiors and – it goes without saying – delicious dishes. Candles, velvet booths and soft lighting all add to the atmosphere, sharing plates encourage intimacy and watching the chefs at work gives an immediate talking point on a first date. We’ve rounded up the best places for romance here, from a Mexican restaurant to a Sicilian one, via hidden gems and institutions. Some of them are so good, they’re also on our list of the best restaurants in London overall, so you’d be hard pressed not to fall for them.
