The best dates are those that have delicious food involved. If your love language is some delicious food with your partner under the stars, overlooking the beach, or even just a takeaway that results in a cosy date night, then this guide is just for you. The list of best romantic restaurants in Chennai is long, mostly because our city is a coastal haven. Throw in some good food, dim lights, view of the ocean and you are golden. But, lucky for you, we have scoured the top couple restaurants in Chennai that don’t compromise on the food, the view, or the prices!

Here’s A List Of Best Romantic Restaurants In Chennai

If you don’t mind travelling for a bit, this ECR cafe can be a perfect option for your date night. The white cabana setup, open bar, and rooftop setting all add to the charm of this place. You can also sit in tiny huts and recreate the magic from an older time. The menu is a lovely mix of Thai, Tandoori, and some Mediterranean delights. Wash it all down with some wine or a boozy cocktail and soak up all the beauty of a candlelight dinner (they do that too). 

Zomato Rating: 4/5

Price For Two: INR 1,600 without alcohol

Timings: 12 PM to 11 PM

Cuisine: Asian, Continental

Wild Garden Cafe At Amethyst

A favourite among the Chennaiites, Wild Garden Cafe at Amethyst also makes for a great romantic spot. Although it has indoor seating, we suggest you sit outside amidst the green that fills up the premises of Amethyst. The whole combination of the subtle lamps and ivy creeping up the chairs will make you feel like it’s just you and your date in the middle of a tiny forest. You can order sandwiches, pasta, and more while taking in the warm and peaceful ambiance that this place offers.

Zomato Rating: 4/5

Price For Two: INR 1,300

Timings: 10 AM to 11:30 PM

The Summer House Eatery

If you love Mani Ratnam, then you will love dining at his restored bungalow. Launched by composer Anirudh, this restaurant offers some serious Pinteresty vibes. With pretty decor on the inside and also the option to enjoy some privacy in their green outdoor seating, this place can help make your date night a hit! The food here is as pretty and as fine as the restaurant decor. 

Zomato Rating: 4.1/5

Price For Two: INR 1,200

Timings: 12 PM to 9:30 PM

Cuisine: Mexican, Italian, Continental

Café De Paris

Make love the Parisian way at the outdoor dining space at Café de Paris. Offering covered booths and individual tables, the outdoor area also has potted plants and hanging vines, all painting a very pretty picture, particularly in the evenings. If the weather’s acting up, you can even move inside into their one-of-a-kind, greenhouse-type glasshouse, where there’s even a stage for artists and musicians to perform. Perfect for those rainy days when romance is on the list! 

Zomato Rating: 4.2/5

Price For Two: INR 1,100

Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM

Azzuri Bay

With breathtaking views of the Adyar estuary blending into the sea and lush green treetops surrounding you, this roof-top place promises a cozy and romantic dining experience. With ample space to accommodate over 100 people, Azzuri Bay gives you  ample space to indulge in their enticing Asian Menu for a lovely meal. They also host a romantic candlelight dinner with a view, not as pretty as your date, but for sure complementing. 

Zomato Rating: 4.2/5

Price For Two: INR 1,400

Timings: 12 PM to 11 PM

Chamiers Cafe

The vintage memorabilia and beautiful lights at Chamiers just set the right mood for a date. Sitting under the canopy of the chandeliers, you can enjoy some great music while gorging on salads, pizza, pasta, quesadillas, and more. They even have alfresco seating to give you some privacy and allow you to have a memorable date with your bae. Their desserts are simply decadent, btw. 

Zomato Rating: 4.1/5

Price For Two: INR 1,200

Timings: 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM

Cuisine: Continental, Italian

East Coast At Madras Square

This is one romantic restaurant in Chennai that serves up amazing Italian cuisine including delightful pasta, tender roasted chicken, and irresistible steaks. Walk in with your partner and settle into its cosy vibes and captivating interiors. Feel right at home in their blissful outdoor seating or pick an intimate date in their indoor seating, amped up with cool posters and warm lighting. 

Zomato Rating: 4.7/5

Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM

Cuisine: Continental, Italian, Asian

La Cabana

If your date looks something like this: beach, rooftop, luxury dining, cosy seaters, then La Cabana at the Hotel Park will be your perfect romantic restaurant pick. You will be greeted with a swimming pool, private tables with curtains, and a magnificent view of the city as a coastal breeze graces your face; we won’t be surprised if you ditch your date and fall in love with the place more! They have both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options and have super fast service, so you will be clinking your glasses to quality time here. 

Zomato Rating: 4.1/5

Timings: 6 PM to 10 PM

Cuisine: Continental, Italian, North Indian

Cost For Two: INR 1,800

Asvah 24

Want yourself a seaside fairytale? You will love Asvah 24! Indulge in an intimate candlelit dinner at this best romantic restaurant in Chennai that hosts amicable Srilankan interiors and a petite library. They also have an open rooftop overlooking the sea that will fetch you several love and brownie points! Their food sets the standard for being delish and addictive. 

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM

Cuisine: Mexican, Italian, French

IGLOOS

If you are looking for the cosiest couple restaurant in Chennai, IGLOOS should be on your list. Picture cute, luminescent igloos under the sky, closed off to the noises of the world. The view? Your partner’s heart eyes and the ocean, sky, and stars. They are a part of JP Hotel which also has two other diners in Zing Rooftop and Sea Breeze Restaurant. This super cute rooftop restro-bar serves it up tasty, delicious and romantic; all at once. 

Zomato Rating: 4.2/5

Timings: 1 PM to 11 PM

Cuisine: Italian, Clay Pot Fusion

Cost For Two: INR 1,800

The Flying Elephant

Bougie date night? Pick The Flying Elephant and you will not be disappointed. This restaurant, under the umbrella of Park Hyatt, serves it right with its food, beverages and music. It has a refurbished jaw-dropping bar (apparently the biggest bar in the city), a huge dance floor, and a revamped bar menu, you will score serious admiration from your date for this pick. 

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Timings: 7 PM to 12 AM

Cuisine: Italian, Asian, North Indian

Cost For Two: INR 4,000

Avartana

You cannot just skip one of Asia’s top 50 restaurants off this list, can you? Avartana, part of ITC Maurya, serves the best of South India in a royal setup. Picture bright chandeliers, cosy sofas, and some regal cutlery that ticks the “perfect date” box. If you are ready to spend big bucks on your partner, take them here for a fulfilling South Indian dinner that also doubles as some loving quality time. 

Zomato Rating: 4.9/5

Timings: 7 PM to 12 AM

Cuisine: South Indian

Cost For Two: INR 7,000