Pune might be known for great nightlife and some of the best gigs in the country, and has its fair share of hustle and bustle of a big town. Those looking for a quiet, romantic evening with your significant others, despair not; Pune also has some of the most beautiful and soothing settings you can enjoy a flavourful and relaxing dinner in. These spots are guaranteed to alleviate the stress of modern life.
Listed below are 8 of Pune’s most romantic restaurants chosen for their exemplary food and service, chic décor and breathtaking settings.
1. Evviva Sky Lounge – Bund garden Road
EvvivaYou’ve finally managed to get the girl/boy of your dreams to go out with you and are now looking for a perfect place that blows her/his mind away. Where do you go, especially if you want to enjoy some mouth-watering kebabs, maybe the finest the city has to offer? Fret not, Evviva, on the rooftop of Courtyard by Marriott is here to solve your dilemma. A candle-lit dinner under the open, starry sky on a beautiful rooftop lounge that offers a gorgeous view of the city below is sure to win hearts!
Address: C.T.S. No. 37 & 37/ Next to Jehangir Hospital, 1, Bund Garden Rd, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Phone: 020-6724 8181
2. Melange – Aundh
MelangeLocated on the rooftop of Seasons Hotel in Aundh, this lounge is a perfect fit for couples looking at a romantic candle-lit date under the night sky with some groovy tunes to keep the momentum going. This restaurant successfully transports you away from the crowded city to an experience not many eateries can boast of in that area.
Address: 128/2, Sanewadi, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra 411007. Phone: 020-4000 9999
3. Shisha Café – Koregaon Park
ShishaImagine a long drive through a lush green forest on a rainy day, with the wind blowing in your hair and a slight mist in the horizon. This is the feeling you get as you sit down at your table for two at Shisha Café. Shisha gives you a chance to enjoy a delicious meal with kebabs and some butter chicken and bond over nature, good food and great conversations.
Address: Survey No. 35 & 36, ABC Farms, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Phone: 020-6520 0390
4. Dario’s – Koregaon Park
Dario’sTucked away in a green lane of Koregaon Park, Dario’s opens up a completely new avenue for dating with it’s glass walled and wood panelled interiors and al fresco setting under a canopy of trees. A calm, peaceful environment makes this candle-lit dinner date a special one for a lot of reasons, most that have a lot to do with the ambiance. The service is a little slow, so you might want to go there with ample amount of time.
Address: Hotel Sunderban,No: 19, 1st Lane, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Phone: 020-2605 3597
5. Prem’s – Koregaon Park
Prem’sHere’s something that will immediately take you back to the good old days when Pune was known for being a quiet, green town with quaint cafés that served copious amounts of mouth-watering food. Sit under a roof of trees in a spacious setting with some of the most delicious food in town. No wonder it’s a favourite with many in the city!
Address: 28/2, SBI Training Centre, North Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune-411001. Phone: 020-30189867
6. Addah – Koregaon Park
AddahA poolside restaurant with soft lighting on the roof top of O Hotel has all the elements needed to make it a romantic dinner destination. A table for two by the pool, candle light, soft music, a warm ambiance and the perfect partner make this a perfect celebration.
Address: N Main Rd, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Phone: 020-4001 1000
7. Paasha – Senapati Bapat Road
PaashaSurrounded by the hills around Pune, with ambient lighting, trendy music and a strong breeze setting the mood, Paasha is a perfect dinner destination for those looking at a fancy date to impress their partners. Have a proposal in mind? We suggest you head to this gorgeous rooftop lounge right away!
Address: JW Marriott, Senapati Bapat Road, Pune, Maharashtra 411053. Phone: 020-6683 3333
8. Level 12 – Chinchwad
Level12Imagine a date with your loved one under a starry sky occasionally dotted with airplanes, ambient music in the background, the sound of water creating a soothing environment and a strong breeze that makes you reach out for your sweater even in the middle of May. Level 12 at Double Tree by Hilton, Chinchwad, makes this happen! If you want to pamper your date with luxury, great food, good music and a spectacular view, then Level 12 may just be the perfect spot for your romantic plans.
Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, C32 Tata Motors Rd MIDC Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra 411019. Phone: 020-6731 3333
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