Valentine’s Day in recent times is really just an excuse to eat well, dress up, and pretend to have a date, even when most of us don’t. Tables fill with couples sharing desserts, friends celebrating love in all its chaotic forms, and the comforting soundtrack of plates arriving at just the right moment. So, whether you’re on your first date, a forever date, or just dating, the idea of a great meal, these restaurants know how to set the scene.
1. Cosy-Bandra Night
Scarlett House has quietly become one of Mumbai’s most-talked-about date night addresses, blending warm old charm with some excellent taste. You’ll find bold Indian accents sitting comfortably beside crowd-pleasing Malabar prawn curry and some beautiful caramelised onion pasta, all backed by cocktails that read like it enjoys showing off. Built for those who like their dates cosy and private, with at least one round they absolutely didn’t plan on ordering.
2. An Italian Escape
Lygon St, a hidden gem in Versova, feels like a Valentine’s date designed by someone who loves carbs deeply and some wine even more. The menu is elegant but not fussy ode to Italian comfort, perfect for couples who want the familiarity of hand-tossed pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Expect rich sauces, elevated classics and charismatic plating that keeps each dish playing nicely with the wine list.
3. A Perfect Valentine’s
Gigi is turning this special dinner into a flirt that sets the mood perfectly. Their Scent of a Woman menu includes light, rich, smoky, and more, so you can hop between courses and your girl’s mood swings. From lychee scallop carpaccio, red velvet prawn tempura, to plates built for stealing off each other’s sides. The room is softly lit, and the whole night is designed for couples who order ‘just one more thing’ at least twice.
4. A South-Indian Date
If you and your partner don’t want to do something fancy for Valentine’s Day after a long day of work, then comfort shall come first. Malgudi South Indian Resto‑Café’s various outlets across Mumbai deliver crowd-pleasing South Indian classics like dosas, idlis, crispy vadas, and some beautiful cold coffees that hit like nostalgia. This is perfect for days when you want authentic flavours and easy conversations.
5. A Chill Date
Hictchki Mumbai’s food is nostalgic, the drinks are chaotic in a good way, and the playlist will 100% unlock memories you didn’t ask for. Expect desi comfort dishes like Burger-E-Qutub Minar and some yummy barbecue platters with dramatic upgrades, cocktails that arrive with main-character energy, and a room that refuses to stay quiet. It’s the perfect spot if your love language is teasing, and sharing fries you said you didn’t want.
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6. A Flirty Night
Amaru is dialling Valentine’s Day up to six indulgent courses designed to flirt with your senses. Their aphrodisiac-led tasting menu weaves in strawberry, chocolate and avocado through bold textures and playful contrasts, building from light to decadent without tipping into cliché. It’s all about some slow-burning chemistry on a plate, perfect for couples who like their romance perfectly cooked and unhurried.
7. Crispy Bites
Nesco Social is for couples who don’t want a candlelight whisper; they want fries, cocktails, and a table that turns into a hangout. It’s Valentine’s Day without the pressure: big plates, louder laughs, and food you already love like loaded nachos, crispy butter chicken bites, and their cult favourite burgers that demand two hands. Add pitchers, playful cocktails, and a room buzzing with energy.
8. Sweet Staycation
For a Valentine’s Day that doubles as a mini-escape, Orchid Panchgani shifts the script entirely. Open-air cafés with mountain views, breezy lunches under the sky and easy-going dinners feel less like memories. The on-site restaurant will make it a lot better, and the whole experience, from sunset drinks to candlelight meals overlooking the valleys, will take you on a romantic culinary journey.
9. A Meet-Cute
August Cafe’s menu is broad and smart: from Mediterranean pastas and healthy bowls to Peruvian chicken skewers and affogato sundaes. It’s the kind of place that transitions from brunch to late-night dessert effortlessly, with coffee, salads and cocktails all doing their part. So, what are you waiting for?
10. A Night To Remember
Ditas Mumbai offers a quietly luxurious Valentine’s escape, where brunch dates melt into candle-lit dinners in a space designed for intimacy. The globally inspired menu with an Asian accent features elegant shareable plates like Thai Pomelo Mint, Crackling Avocado Sushi and Pistachio-Crusted John Dory, crafted for slow evenings and indulgent conversation. From its sunlit café to plush lounge corners and hidden speakeasy, every setting feels tailored for romance.
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