1707 Wine Bar(British)The 1707 Winebar offers visitors the chance to sample any of the wines from Fortnum and Mason's extensive selection, making it a charming option for a first dater.
Fortnum and Mason,
181 Piccadilly,
London,
W1J 9LE
If the atmosphere is frosty, blame it on the chilled interiors.
31-33 Heddon Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1B 4BN
Pay homage to the bowling dates of your youth - only this time you can drink cocktails.
Old Truman Brewery,
95 Brick Lane,
Shoreditch,
London,
E1 6QL
Anise is a companion bar to the Cinnamon Kitchen restaurant from the team behind the renowned Cinnamon Club.
9 Devonshire Square,
London,
EC2M 4YL
The Apartment is a sexy drinking den with an upmarket twist in Soho, perfect for that first impression.
Kettner's,
29 Romilly Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 5HP
Dazzle them with a little West End glamour and they'll be putty in your hands. (View London are not responsible for any lack of putty-less hands.)
The Langham, London,
1c Portland Place,
Regent Street,
London,
W1B 1JA
Artisan and Vine(British, Snacks)Artisan and Vine is a fantastic wine bar to take a date where you can enjoy local and natural wines in comfortable surroundings.
126 St John's Hill,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 1SL
Avista BarThe Avista Bar is located within the Millennium Hotel and provides a tranquil environment in which to enjoy a cocktail or two with a prospective partner.
Millennium Hotel,
39 Grosvenor Square,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 2HP
Barts(British)Located on Sloane Avenue, Barts is a trendy bar where you will find retro styling and prohibition era music.
Chelsea Cloisters,
Sloane Avenue,
Chelsea,
London,
SW3 3DW
Blue BarThis stunning hotel bar is worth a visit if you're willing to flash the cash.
The Berkeley Hotel,
Wilton Place,
Knightsbridge,
London,
SW1X 7RL
Bombay Sapphire Dusk BarThis bar at Somerset House is a visual delight – worth visiting to see how the mood changes as the sun goes down.
Somerset House,
Strand,
London,
WC2R 1LA
Callooh Callay(British)Welcome to the upside down world of Callooh Callay, a quirky bar with a lot to offer.
65 Rivington Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
EC2A 3AY
Corney and Barrow at Broadgate Circle(British)As a city option we recommend the delightful Broadgate Circle branch of Corney and Barrow, offering a fine choice of wines.
19 Broadgate Circle,
Broadgate,
London,
EC2M 2QS
The Crown(Modern European)The Crown is a lively gastro pub serving a menu of contemporary European cuisine in Bromley.
46 Plaistow Lane, Sundridge Park,
Bromley,
BR1 3PA
First Edition(British, French, Italian)First Edition is a classy, casual, Italian-style wine bar in Canary Wharf, an ideal spot for wooing.
25 Cabot Square,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 4QA
Grafton House(Modern European)An impressive bar, restaurant and club in Clapham for the first daters, south of the river.
13-19 Old Town,
Clapham,
London,
SW4 0JT
Hand in Hand(British, Pub Food)If you prefer a more traditional date then Hand in Hand in picturesque Wimbledon Village is perfect. With a beautiful courtyard and pretty views, it's sure to impress.
6 Crooked Billet,
Wimbledon Village,
London,
SW19 4RQ
A luxurious option for a first date, Kettner's in Soho is bound to impress.
29 Romilly Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 5HP
If you want to throw some live music into the mix, try the Lock Tavern for an unbeatable line-up of talent. The assured Camden ambience will also seal the deal.
35 Chalk Farm Road,
Camden,
London,
NW1 8AJ
Lost Angel(British)A romantic offering in Battersea from the people behind Lost Society.
339 Battersea Park Road,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 4LS
Loungelover(British)The jaw dropping design of this bar coupled with the impressive range of cocktails just begging to be sampled, make Loungelover a perfect choice for the first dater.
1 Whitby Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
E1 6JU
Mamounia LoungeSlide into this Moroccan wonderland for some spicy and exotic cocktails.
37a Curzon Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1J 7TX
Mandarin BarShow off your generous side and treat your date to an upmarket night at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park,
66 Knightsbridge,
Knightsbridge,
London,
SW1X 7LA
Milk and Honey(British)Impress your date with this unpretentious members' club on Poland Street in Soho.
61 Poland Street,
Soho,
London,
W1F 7NU
Nancy's(British)Nancy's embraces the spirit of a 1920s jazz bar and is a quirky option for your first date.
1 Warwick House Street,
St James's,
London,
SW1Y 5AT
Whether you're dining in the equally beautiful restaurant or not, Pearl's bar is stunning - not to mention very romantic.
Chancery Court Hotel,
252 High Holborn,
Holborn,
London,
WC1V 7EN
This funky pub purchased a while ago by a number of wealthy locals (after rumours spread that its number was up) is the perfect spot for a first date tipple or two.
51 Leverton Street,
Kentish Town,
London,
NW5 2NX
Public House(British)Public House may sound like just another pub, but this is actually a very romantic, attractive bar in the heart of Islington. Serving great food and cocktails, it's worth checking out.
54 Islington Park St,
Islington,
London,
N1 1PX
Roxy Bar and ScreenSink into a comfortable sofa and combine going to the cinema with eating and drinking at a bar at Roxy Bar and Screen.
128-132 Borough High Street,
Borough,
London,
SE1 1LB
Shochu LoungeIf they like their cocktails, take them to Shochu Lounge and sample a selection of Japanese-based concoctions in modern and luxurious surroundings.
Basement,
37 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 1RR
Sushinho Lounge BarSushinho Lounge Bar is located downstairs within the Sushinho restaurant, continuing the Brazilian and Japanese influences.
312-314 King's Road,
London,
SW3 5UH
Windmill TavernThe Windmill Tavern is a warm and inviting pub with a theatrical theme, located near the London Studios. Talking points available at the bar.
86 The Cut,
London,
SE1 8LW
The Wine Theatre(Modern European)Shedding a few rays of Italian sunshine onto the streets of Southwark, the Wine Theatre takes its odd name from the idea of this type of Bacchanalian consumption being a sort of expressive performance.
202-206 Union Street,
Southwark,
London,
SE1 0LH