17-19 Maddox Street, W1S 2QH

Head chef: Atul Kochhar
Order the: Chicken tikka pie

Michelin Star chef Atul Kochhar’s contemporary Indian establishment not only offers tastebud-tantalising flavours, but this year sees a special five-course Valentine’s Day tasting menu designed especially for a night of romance. Expect traditional street food and mishti alongside aphrodisiacs like asparagus and figs. See the special V-day Menu here.

2 St James’s Market, SW1Y 4RP

Head chef: Jack Croft and William Murray
Order the: Cod’s head with sriracha butter sauce

Just two years old and with a slew of awards under its belt already, Jack Croft and William Murray’s sustainably minded Fallow is a hotpot for a reason. Explore a special Valentine’s menu, accompanied by half a dozen Carlingford oysters, alongside the signature nose-to-tail dishes; better yet, take a seat at the chef’s counter for a night of gastro theatre. Don’t forget to check out their Valentine’s Set menu here!

Level 32 The Shard, 31 St. Thomas Street, SE1 9RY

Head chef: Marcus Eaves
Order the: Wagyu burger

Who could fail to be impressed at the sprawling floor-to-ceiling views that Oblix East provides? The vertiginous restaurant has curated an inviting menu to celebrate Valentine’s Day, including a glass of champagne on arrival, three courses of signature dishes and a bottle of wine between two. How could we refuse? Check out the Valentine’s specials here!

Various locations

Head chef: Filippo La Gattuta
Order the: La gran carbonara

The Big Mamma Group’s playful trattorias are the perfect place for an evening of unbridled fun with friends. Fantastical cocktails, eccentric decor and delectable Italian food await you at Gloria, Circolo Popolare, Avo Mario and the newest opening Jacuzzi. And in case you needed an excuse, finish the evening with a towering slice of the hallmark lemon meringue pie to share.

1 Mount Street, W1K 3NA

Head chef: Athinagoras Kostakos
Order the: Grilled octopus

Damien Hirst statues, selfie-inducing bathrooms, and, of course, a menu showcasing the best of Mediterranean cuisine, recent opening Bacchanalia is not to be missed. Inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts, the Mayfair hotspot serves up sharing dishes such as lobster paccheri and rib-eye steak with inventive cocktails to match and an atmosphere that inspires hedonism.

14th floor, 120 Fenchurch St, EC3M 5AL

Head chef: Thomas Piat
Order the: Halibut

An indoor forest with over 1000 plants and awe-inspiring views over the City, 14 Hills certainly delivers on the ‘wow factor’. Once on the 14th floor, you’ll be met with a menu highlighting the best of British cuisine with a hint of French influence and an extensive cocktail list, not to mention lunch and brunch options, a DJ from Thursday to Saturday and an exclusive Valentine’s menu.

58 Brewer Street, W1F 9TL

Head chef: Ben Chapman
Order the: Glass noodles with Tamworth belly and brown crab

An intimate setting perfect for a solo evening, Kiln offers seating around a long counter running around the open kitchen. Alongside the theatrics of watching the chefs at work, the Soho spot is lauded for its ever-changing menu of Thai and Burmese dishes cooked in clay pots on a charcoal range that are far too good to share.

119 Queen’s Road, ​SE15 2EZ

Head chef: Masha Rener
Order the: Tagliolini al tartufo e parmigiano

Authentic Italian pasta, mouthwatering antipasti and people-watching galore – there’s a reason that Lina Stores consistently makes it onto lists of London’s best eateries. Take a seat at the counter tables at its Greek Street location, and watch the chefs artfully prepare dreamy dishes inspired by the original delicatessen. Finish with a digestivo and a dolci.