So you just met your perfect date {maybe on Truly Madly}. You like each other, decide to meet, but can’t figure where to go. While we cannot make you fall in love with each other, we can at least ensure that you fall in love with the place you choose for the date.
From a pricey seven-course meal in a private dining room to a pocket-friendly, caffeinated encounter in a tiny cafe, we’ve narrowed down the sweetest first date spots in the capital for you.
Where: Fio Country Kitchen & Bar
Let’s just start with one inarguable fact: Wine is an aphrodisiac, which makes Fio Country & Bar, given their assorted collection of spirits, perfect for a date. Pass that awkward ‘getting to know each other’ phase over some Toscana Grilled Fish, Fig Glazed Pork Chops, Stone Grilled Tiger Prawns and Warm Apple Crumble.
Where: Gate Number 1, Garden of Five Senses, Saidulajab, Mehrauli
Nearest Metro Station: Qutub Minar
Contact: +91 9971004530
Deal Price: INR 2,800 via the Truly Madly app, which includes two glasses of wine, one appetiser, two main courses and one dessert
Where: California Pizza Kitchen
For a super fun pizza date, head to the lively California Pizza Kitchen at Cyber Hub, Gurgaon. With sufficient private corners and intimate seating, they make sure your conversations aren’t affected by other people. Perfect for a no-frills lunch date, or even a romantic dinner, this place has an impressive menu of appetisers, sandwiches and {of course} pizzas, along with a varied range of drinks.
A word of advice; if your date does not like pizza, walk away. You don’t need that kind of negativity in your life.
Where: 11, Cyber Hub, DLF Cyber City, Phase III, Gurgaon
Nearest Metro Station: Huda City Center
Contact: 011 33105639
Deal Price: INR 2,000 via the Truly Madly app, which includes two soft drinks, one appetiser, two main course and one dessert
Where: Imperfecto
Located in Hauz Khaz Village, Imperfecto is a cosy bistro with quirky and stylish interiors. Your date will be swooning about its downright dreamy and romantic vibe in no time, all the while nibbling on their Manchego Cheese Croquettes and sipping on their sparkling champagne. With soft music playing in the background, it’s the ideal place to talk and get to know each better.
Where: 1-A/1, Hauz Khas Village {also at Cyber City, Gurgaon}
Nearest Metro Station: Hauz Khas
Contact: 011 41090093
Deal Price: 15% off on your drinks via the Truly Madly app
Where: Hard Rock Cafe
Probably one of the few venues in the city fully equipped for a live set at any time, the Hard Rock Cafe does not require any sort of introduction. With the likes of Imogen Heap and Wolfmother having graced their stage before, Hard Rock lives up to its long and rich lineage. Needless to say, it’s perfect for putting on your party shoes and dancing the night away.
Don’t forget to try their legendary burgers while you’re there.
Where: M 110, 1st Floor, DLF Place Mall, Saket; Cyber Hub, DLF Cyber City, Phase III, Gurgaon
Nearest Metro Station: Huda City Center
Contact: 011 33105028 for Saket; 0124 4949630 for DLF Cyber Hub
Deal Price: INR 3,000 via the Truly Madly app, which includes four drinks, one appetiser, two main courses and one dessert
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