The 14 Best Places for a Tinder date in London 2024

1. Humble Grape

For those with furry friends in their photos, this could be a winner. This dog-friendly restaurant in London caters to wine lovers, likers, and lukewarm aficionados. With six locations across the city, you’re sure to find one near you to sip some of their 100% sustainable wine and nibble on a little something special from the kitchen.

2. Enoteca Da Luca

Known for its delicious food, great customer service and intimate atmosphere, Enoteca Da Luca is the perfect spot for a romantic date. If you’re near East London, meeting near St Pauls, or aiming for Guildhall, this is a cosy spot for first dates and lovely meals. Low lighting, Italian dining and wine. Need we say more?

3. Tapas Brindisa

It’s natural on a first date to play a little ping pong conversation. Nothing breaks the ice like shared plates… and wine. Try Tapas Brindisa for some Spanish flavour and pair it with a dreamy visit to Borough Market for sweet treats afterwards. Grab some drinks at the London Bridge spot, or check out their restaurant in Soho. With four locations across the city, you’ll have no problem finding one of these fav date spots.

4. The Telegraph

Could you and your Tinder date be as perfect a match as pizza and a roast dinner at a cosy pub? There’s only one way to find out, and that’s at The Telegraph. Known for its delicious stone-baked pizzas and hearty roast dinners, this spot is perfect for a relaxed date. With local ales and tasty wines, The Telegraph offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that’s made for long conversations and cosy evenings.

5. The Coral Room

Praised for its versatility, The Coral Room is fit for many occasions. Open from 10am until late every day and located within the Bloomsbury Hotel, The Coral Room has the location, menu and mood for light lunch, pre-theatre dinners, and fancy drinks over a marble bar. The vibrant atmosphere created in collaboration with renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki makes this place a hotspot for a hot date, any time of day.

6. Le Petit Beefbar

Take your tinder date at Le Petit Beefbar for class, ambiance, and incredible food. A jewel of the Chelsea neighbourhood, this hot spot is just what your date night needs to be unforgettable. The menu features ingredients and recipes from all over the world showcasing premium beef and one of the best bars around. For a romantic night to remember, it’s Le Petit.

7. Osteria Mbare

Italian hospitality, laughter and lively atmosphere may not be in the list of guarantees for Tinder, but you’re likely to get them here. Leave a lasting impression at Osteria Mbare with the help of quality ingredients, an outdoor terrace and vibrant bar. Who doesn’t get along well over pasta, pizza, and an Aperol Spritz?

8. Sumosan Twiga

Cue the low lighting, fine dining and ultimate vibes. Sumosan Twiga is meant for a Tinder date to remember. With live music and performances, A La Carte menu with dishes from both Italian and Japanese influences and innovative cocktails, this is not one of your traditional seafood restaurants in London. Three floors of bar, restaurant and club for the glamorous and the adventurous. For a stellar date thanks to Sumosan Twiga’s funk and fun, reservations are a must.

9. No. Fifty Cheyne

Take a late afternoon stroll along the Thames, then head to No. Fifty Cheyne for dinner, drinks, and a cosy vibe. Start with smoked salmon to share, enjoy your mains together, and finish off with tempting desserts. If things are going well, stick around for their creative cocktails—with exclusive access to the velvet bar upstairs!

10. The Laundry

Part neighbourhood restaurant, part café and wine shop, The Laundry is all fun and flings. Located in spirited Brixton, the alfresco terrace will make even the most shy and nervous date warm up. Come for breakfast, lunch or dinner—just be sure to grab a resie before. For a tinder date that flows from day to night, The Laundry is for you.

11. 1905

What’s more romantic than Greece? Though, for your first few Tinder dates, it’s probably best to stick to London. For the best of both worlds, try 1905. As the first Cretan restaurant outside of Greece, you’ll taste the authenticity. Enjoy traditional, home-cooked dishes for meat-eaters and plant-eaters alike. Good food is shared, and so are good moments.

12. 1910 Balham

This independent, Mexican owned Cantina serves epic traditional dishes, expertise in mezcal and tequila and a good time. Take your Tinder date to this stand-out Mexican restaurant in London for incredible flavour and fun. It’s a great place for cocktails on the terrace and an upbeat, friendly environment.

13. Park Corner Brasserie

For just £39 per person, enjoy a picnic basket packed with British classics, sparkling iced tea, and treats for your dog. Add wine to make it extra special. Pick up at Park Corner Brasserie or have it delivered to a nearby tube station.

14. Louie

The Prince Charles Cinema is a cute and quirky choice for a Tinder date. Its eclectic movie selection is a great convo starter and sets a relaxed mood. Pair that with pre-theater dining at Louie, and you’ve got a golden first date combo!

Enjoy the sophisticated and magical atmosphere of Louie’s restaurant, set in a historic 19th-century townhouse in the heart of London. A short and sweet walk after French food and New Orleans energy will send you soft to the Prince Charles Cinema. Sit back and enjoy the cinema's cosy, retro atmosphere and grab a drink nearby afterwards if you don’t want it to end!