Romance is in the air for this week’s list of recommendations with Playbook; we have put together 5 restaurants that are perfect for a date night, whatever your love language. All our recommendations here can be found on the Playbook Website and the App, along with countless more trending venues and in-house offers to enjoy the very best in Dubai hospitality.
Bussola
Our first date night spot is Bussola at The Westin Mina Seyahi. This beachside Italian delivers on exceptional Mediterranean fare, refreshing cocktails, and a relaxed, seaside atmosphere (the affogato alone is also worth the visit). With offers daily from 4pm-7pm, enjoy the aperitivo, happening daily. Indulge in delicious Italian cuisine while beverages begin from AED38. Bussola is ideal for a relaxed and intimate evening out, with stunning seaside views as a bonus, making it a perfect date night spot.
Clap
Clap is our next spot on the list for a luxe and memorable date night dinner. Clap is a modern Japanese restaurant, lounge, and bar located on the rooftop of the DIFC, with an eccentric and innovative cocktail menu and dishes packed with fusion flavours. Featured in the 2022 Michelin Guide, Clap describes itself as a sensory dining experience and with its incredible flavours, live music, and mad cocktails this date night will be an unforgettable one. From Monday to Friday between 4pm - 6.30pm, savour a top tier Golden Hour experience with a selection of CLAP signature cocktails, Japanese bites & live entertainment - Clap is the perfect destination for your next date night in Dubai!
Netsu
For more Japanese offerings, try Netsu on Jumeirah Beach Road, offering an innovative but elegant 5-course menu featuring signature dishes. Netsu is a Japanese steakhouse led by Chef Ross Shonhan that utilises a Warayaki style of cooking with straw fire. The restaurant is modern and classy, with huge ceilings, neon lights, and an outdoor terrace, and the choice of either the 5-course or 7-course menu makes Netsu one of the best romantic restaurants in the area. Available daily from 6.30pm-11.30pm, try the 5-course meal for AED490 and 7 courses for AED590.
Indochine
Indochine is a timeless destination serving French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine and is the next on our list of recommendations for the ultimate date night for couples in Dubai. With the interiors feeling intimate and cosy while remaining high end (plush seating, a lot of greenery, and rattan lighting), Indochine also delivers on an exciting and unique fusion food and drinks menu. Indochine is low-key, very cool, and every Monday - Friday 4pm - 7pm you can be a part of the IT crowd for a fraction of the price with special prices on drinks and bites starting from AED35. If you’re looking for a top romantic restaurant to take your couple to, Indochine is definitely a place to check out.
STK
For a date night and party destination all in one, our final recommendation is the iconic STK in JBR, a modern steakhouse come cocktail bar that is a favourite with locals and celebs alike. STK is known for its sleek interiors, instagrammable vibes, and party atmosphere, while the food and drinks menu is also well worth the hype, with a range of international flavours and quality meat, STK makes for a memorable date-night. Enjoy buy one get one on all drinks, starters, mains, and desserts every Wednesday 7pm-1am. For a romantic yet lively date night with your couple, head over to STK!
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