Date spot in South Bank and Borough
Restaurant Story
Book Tom Sellers' tasting menu, a run of playful, inventive courses rooted in British flavours, in a calm modern dining room by Tower Bridge.
Tooley Street, Bermondsey
Address: 199 Tooley Street, London SE1 2JX- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Romantic
- Foodie
Why it's a good date: Keep it for an anniversary or a big occasion, and give it the whole evening: the courses come at an unhurried pace and it's all about the food. Book well ahead.
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Bao Borough
Stoney Street, Borough
Address: Bao Borough, 13 Stoney Street, London SE1 9AD- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Share Taiwanese bao and grill plates at Bao's late-night grill house under the railway arches on Stoney Street.
Why it's a good date: Moody and fun, with trains rumbling overhead, and the market right outside for a wander first. It takes bookings, which saves queuing.
Kolae
Park Street, Borough
Address: Kolae, 6 Park Street, London SE1 9AB- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Book a table at the Southern Thai grill house on the edge of Borough Market, with dishes cooked over charcoal and plenty to share.
Why it's a good date: Bold, smoky cooking with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good value. Order a few plates between you and go back for more.
Flour & Grape
Bermondsey Street, Bermondsey
Address: Flour & Grape, 214 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3TQ- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Cosy
Share plates of fresh pasta and a bottle from the Italian list at the friendly pasta spot on Bermondsey Street.
Why it's a good date: Good pasta for not much, on one of the nicest streets for a wander south of the river. It doesn't take bookings, so leave your number and have a drink nearby while you wait.