TripAdvisor: Most romantic restaurants in south east London

It’s also the perfect excuse to drink heaps of wine, meet up with your besties and pig out on unlimited bowls of pasta.

South east London is known to host some beautiful hot spots for date night – and Greenwich, Bromley and Dartford seem to be loved by many Trip Advisor reviewers.

Below, you’ll find the top six romantic restaurants to visit in south east London – in honour of the most affectionate day of the year.

Peninsula Restaurant

Location: The 2 1 Waterview Drive 2nd Floor, London SE10 0TW England

The award-winning Peninsula Restaurant offers a Michelin star dining experience for guests keen to explore the rich tastes of modern European cuisine.

The restaurant also offers a private dining suite, seating 24 guests, and is available for special and intimate occasions.

One reviewer said it was the “best restaurant” she had ever been to.

She added: “My fiancé took me to the Peninsula Restaurant as a birthday treat last week.

“From start to finish the entire experience was absolutely amazing.

“The staff were wonderful: really attentive, warm, and knowledgeable.

“The food was even better! I had the wild rabbit main while he had the lamb.

“I would love to go back in future.

“I would definitely recommend the Peninsula to anybody looking for a special venue for a romantic, intimate treat.”

North Pole Restaurant

Location: 131 Greenwich High Road Greenwich, London SE10 8JA England

The cherished restaurant, North Pole, is a hot spot for valentine’s dates, as the restaurant offers tasty Turkish food, colourful cocktails, shisha and a party for couples AND singletons.

One reviewer said: “The setting is exceedingly romantic and cosy especially with the pianist .

“I can only say well done to the owner a fantastic venue and staff.

Another reviewer said the upstairs was a “cute, very clean and romantic looking” fine dinning restaurant.

Another Trip Advisor reviewer said the venue was “lovely” for a romantic date and the food is “delicious”.

Trattoria Raffaele

Location: 94 Sydenham Road, London SE26 5JX England

Located in the heart of Bromley, Trattoria Raffaele is a family-run restaurant offering fresh and authentic Italian food - perfect for a romantic date night, dining with pals or long lost family catch ups.

One reviewer said: “This is a nice restaurant, with several excellent dishes (especially the dough balls) and an intimate, friendly atmosphere.”

Another said: “We visited for a romantic dinner after hearing great reviews from local friends.

“An absolute gem, wonderful ambience and personal service - felt completely at home.”

Pearl Beckenham Restaurant and Cocktail Bar

Location: 2 Southend Road, Beckenham BR3 1SD England

Found in the town of Beckenham, the newly refurbished venue offers terraced dining and a downstairs cocktail lounge.

The seafood inspired food offers a refine a la carte menu with fresh, locally sourced produce.

A reviewer said: “The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the tables were set to a really nice standard, the wine glasses and cutlery sparkled in the early evening sunlight giving it a very romantic feel.”

Another reviewer said: “I would recommend this restaurant highly whether for a romantic night out or for a family lunch.”

Another TripAdvisor reviewer said: “the entire place is romantic, especially in the summer nights.”

Le Tre Sorelle

Location: 12 Hythe Street, Dartford DA1 1BX England

This inviting family run establishment has a warm, easy-going atmosphere with intimate interior and authentic Italian hospitality.

One reviewer said: “We found ourselves back again at Le Tre Sorelle for Valentine's Day.

“It is a privilege to eat in this restaurant, perfect food lovely warm atmosphere.”

Another said it was the perfect venue for a “romantic” night out”

They added: “It is a very romantic and true Italian place.

“My wife and I went there to celebrate our anniversary.

“Delicious food, perfect service and the romantic Italian atmosphere gave us exactly what we wanted for our anniversary.

“I loved that place and i will definitely visit it again.”

Carnaval Meat & Tapas Restaurant Cocktail Bar

Location: 70 Spital Street, Dartford DA1 2DT England

One reviewer visited this hotspot on Valentines Day and said the food is “worth every penny”.

He added: “What can I say about this restaurant, excellent, brilliant and worth every penny.

“Food was fantastic, service was good.

“Great little place and thank God Dartford van now say that it has something worth shouting about.”

Another reviewer said it offers a “great experience” with “excellent service”.