Date spot in Notting Hill and Kensington
Science Museum Lates
Explore the Science Museum after hours at an adults-only evening, with themed talks, activities and bars among the galleries.
Exhibition Road, South Kensington
Address: Exhibition Road, London SW7 2DD- Event
- Rain-proof ☔
- Free
- Big night
- Culture
Why it's a good date: A playful night out that gives you plenty to talk about. They don't run every month, so watch for the next date and book as soon as it's announced.
Photo: Shadowssettle, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)
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Royal Albert Hall
Kensington Gore, South Kensington
Address: Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AP- Culture
- Rain-proof ☔
- Mid-price
- Big night
- Romantic
See a concert, a film with a live orchestra or a summer Prom inside the great round Victorian hall.
Why it's a good date: Few rooms make a night feel bigger. Look at what's on months ahead, and walk across Kensington Gardens to get there.
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0 (resized)
Tavernaki
Portobello Road, Notting Hill
Address: Tavernaki, 222 Portobello Road, London W11 1LJ- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Cosy
Share Greek taverna classics and a carafe of wine at a family-run spot halfway along Portobello Road.
Why it's a good date: It's homely and good value for this part of town, and there's live Greek music some nights. A natural stop after a wander round the market.
Tonkotsu Notting Hill
Blenheim Crescent, Notting Hill
Address: Tonkotsu, 7 Blenheim Crescent, London W11 2EE- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Cosy
Perch at the counter for bowls of ramen made with house noodles, watching the kitchen at work, just off Portobello Road.
Why it's a good date: It's quick and warming, which makes it a good cheap dinner on a cold night in one of London's priciest neighbourhoods. No bookings, so expect a short wait at peak times.
