Top 7 Romantic Restaurants To Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Chennai
Must-try Valentine's Day hot spots
24 Jan, 2019 by Amit Patnaik
We are approaching that time of the year again when love turns into 7 days of Valentine. And what better way to remember the 1750th death anniversary of Saint Valentine than celebrating the simple joys in life. We have got you covered with a list of Chennai’s most romantic restaurants for an amorous meal with that special someone for the whole valentine week.
Chennai’s top seafood speciality restaurants are unmissable if both of you enjoy the ocean’s bounty. Marina has an upmarket but slightly casual vibe to it and makes for a fun date over good seafood. Begin by taking a tour of their kitchen-front ‘fish market’, where the day’s catch is neatly laid out over ice. You can pick your variety, choose a portion size and preparation method. Or you can take the tour and leave it to the Chef.
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Run by one of the city’s top jewellers, Hamsa boasts of Chennai’s most striking interior designs in a restaurant. Every nook and corner feels hand carved to impress and the ethos carries over to the kitchen at this pure-vegetarian fine-dine eatery. Try Hamsa’s homemade Paneer slices slathered with chutney and grilled inside an envelope of the banana leaf along with an extensive range of vegetarian dishes from across the country.
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Ink 303, Nungambakkam, Chennai
Ink 303 is the go-to spot for Chennai’s young and restless. It is proximity to colleges like Loyola and Stella Maris make it the perfect spot for courtship over a beer or cocktails. Why not let your down with your date when Ink 303 turns into a happening club over the weekends.
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Southern Spice, Taj Coromandel, Chennai
Arguably the best South Indian restaurant in the world, Southern Spice is not inexpensive but absolutely worth the splurge. Pamper your date in smooth silver luxury and outstanding renditions of classic dishes from across South India. Southern Spice’s luxe setting and Taj’s stellar service will make your meal into a very special experience. Do not miss their terrific Appam and Raw Mango Curry.
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10 Downing Street, T. Nagar, Chennai
10 Downing Street has been one of Chennai’s top party spot for years, drawing in crooners both old and young on its Karaoke nights. Inexpensive bar grub, quick service and endless revelry make 10 Downing Street the perfect place to dance away your Valentine week.
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Bombay Brasserie, Nungambakkam, Chennai
With a picture-perfect glasshouse dining setting and twinkling lights, Bombay Brasserie makes for a great dinner date spot. The snazzy setting is complemented by an array of fun plates from across the breadth of Indian cuisine.
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Haunted, Anna Nagar East, Chennai
Some say love grows stronger in testing times but holding hands over some chills never hurt any couple. Get your share of horror-themed thrills and pranks at Haunted which makes for an off-beat spot to take your Valentine out. Get a surprise prop along for bonus points.
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Written By
A self proclaimed food geek and coffee nerd, Amit Patnaik enjoys his time in the kitchen as much as he loves dining out. He runs the food blog Pursuit of Yummyness and contributes to The Hindu in Chennai.
