Looking for somewhere special for your next date night? Whether you're planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, marking a special occasion or simply escaping the everyday for a few hours together, this collection brings together some of our favourite romantic dining destinations.
Every venue featured has been personally visited by The Sticky Beak Blog and is somewhere we would happily recommend to friends and family. From cosy country pubs with roaring fires and intimate village restaurants to elegant AA Rosette dining, stylish city venues and hidden gems, there's something here to suit every taste and budget.
Covering Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire, this guide is designed to help you discover memorable places where great food, welcoming hospitality and the right atmosphere come together to create the perfect evening out. Whether you're looking for fine dining, steaks, tapas, Italian, Indian or somewhere a little different, we hope you'll find plenty of inspiration for your next date night.
An intimate fine dining restaurant within one of Nottingham’s highest-rated hotels, overlooking the historic ramparts of Nottingham Castle, with two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence. 
Modern British restaurant and steakhouse serving sourced meats, seasonal dishes and indulgent desserts, alongside cocktails, wines and stylish industrial dining experience.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAward-winning restaurant specialising in creative sharing plates, combining global influences, seasonal ingredients and contemporary cooking in a relaxed setting. 
Historic coaching inn with AA-rosette dining, seasonal British menus and elegant surroundings, offering polished service and a refined setting for special occasions.
Elegant hotel and destination restaurant just over the Staffordshire border, offering refined modern British dining, polished service and rosette-level cooking beside the River Dove.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationTraditional country inn dining with seasonal, locally sourced dishes, real ales, fine wines, and relaxed food and drink in warm, welcoming, characterful surroundings.
This modern British restaurant is housed in a beautifully restored Grade II listed former bank building, offering stylish surroundings and expertly crafted cuisine.
An independent restaurant serving classically contemporary dishes, with a strong focus on high-quality local and regional British produce throughout the year.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationWelcoming Italian restaurant offering authentic pizzas, freshly prepared pasta, seafood and traditional favourites, with friendly service, homemade desserts and inviting surroundings.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAustralasian-inspired restaurant blending Modern European and Asian flavours, offering brunch, lunch, specialty coffee, bubble teas & tapas-style small plates.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationA premium steakhouse serving the highest quality steaks, carefully sourced from a multi-award-winning local butcher and cooked in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationOn the banks of the River Trent, The Boat House is a relaxed yet refined destination where great food and good company come together in a beautiful setting.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationServing simple, detail-driven food using the best local ingredients, the talented chefs create fuss-free, flavorful British dishes in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Award‑winning Indian dining in Derby’s Old Picture Hall, serving authentic, flavorful, freshly prepared dishes with vibrant spices in stylish, elegant, welcoming surroundings.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationVillage pub and restaurant serving locally sourced, high-quality dishes, complemented by artisan ales, fine wines, and a welcoming, award-winning dining experience.
A contemporary Indian restaurant serving modern flavours, stylish dishes, cocktails, and brunch, offering a vibrant, welcoming, and social dining experience.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationThis welcoming venue serves elegant, locally sourced cuisine, expertly prepared by talented chefs, with stylish accommodation and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Enjoy contemporary glamour, where indulgent Indian cuisine is paired with exceptional service, elegant interiors, and a prime setting in the historic Lace Market.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationCocina is Casa’s award winning 2 Rosette restaurant and the perfect place to enjoy a romantic meal, a special occasion or an informal dinner with friends.
Elegant Peak District hotel featuring acclaimed fine dining, stylish bar, four-poster bedrooms, polished service, and a refined countryside escape experience.
Creative, locally sourced dishes range from lunch and casual mains to refined seasonal tasting menus, plus traditional afternoon tea with handmade scones.
A charming restaurant with a distinctive mining-inspired theme, serving fresh, locally sourced dishes in a cosy, atmospheric setting ideal for a relaxed meal.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationInspired by sharing with friends, this venue brings people together over tapas, cocktails and coffee, creating moments, memories and a relaxed atmosphere.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAll their food is fresh, with a focus on well sourced ingredients, providing simple but quality, seasonal food. Seven offers sophisticated casual dining.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationOffering fresh, locally sourced dishes, thoughtfully crafted to cater to all diets, including plant-based and healthier options, for an exceptional dining experience.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationModern Spanish dining with refined small plates, bold flavours and elegant presentation, offering a relaxed yet polished setting for meals, gatherings and special occasions.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationHigh-quality steaks are offered in a range of cuts and sizes, complemented by attentive service in a relaxed, welcoming setting ideal for an enjoyable evening out.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationRelaxed country restaurant specialising in seasonal British dishes crafted from local produce, with elegant surroundings, attentive service and beautiful Peak District views.
At the heart of the Chatsworth Estate, the Devonshire Arms is everything you’d expect it to be. Great food, excellent ales, and stylish country-house style rooms.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationSeasonal, locally sourced menus at a family-run Derbyshire country house, offering fresh, high-quality, flavorful dishes in a warm, relaxed, homely dining setting.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationA cosy and eclectic restaurant with a stylish and welcoming decor and a modern British menu popular with couples, locals and visitors to the area.
A family run restaurant serving a wide range of meals that will let you enjoy Sicily’s cuisines without having to fly to this famous island all using their mom’s recipes.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationAuthentic Thai cooking with bold flavours, fresh ingredients and friendly service, creating a relaxed place to enjoy lunch or unhurried evening meal.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationElegant Indian restaurant in Nottingham offering refined curries, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for leisurely dinners and celebrations.
Read Our Review | Venue InformationThis article includes venues we have visited and would recommend to friends and family, if a venue is not included in this collection then, most likely, we just haven't had the chance to visit them yet.
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