Romance on the Menu: Local Chefs Share Their Favourite Date Night and Special Occasion Spots

Consider this your official warning: Valentine’s Day is this week. And while we’re firm believers that you should be making dating a priority year-round, we know deciding where to go to for date night can be a real dilemma.

To take the guesswork out of it, we asked a string of local chefs where they’d go for a date or celebratory dinner (cos every date night is a special occasion).

Daniella Guevara Munoz of La Popular Taqueria

Muni ! The food is beautiful and made with so much care.

Simon Ming of Odé

Magill Estate Restaurant. I go one or twice a year, usually for a birthday or anniversary. I love the view and location for sunset. Scott Huggins ’s food is always exceptional – it’s one of the best restaurants in Adelaide.

Kane Pollard of Topiary and Ondeen

Loc Bottle Bar is a big winner. They source the most outrageous sake, and always have a random lucky-dip chef preparing delicious plates that always hit the mark.

Josh Cooke of Chianti and Rozelle’s

If it’s a special occasion, I am heading to Muni. The service is always great, making anybody feel welcome without being intrusive, and the food is amazing. There’s a fantastic selection of seafood.

Robin Wagner of Aurora

I’d say Jennie on Peel Street is a good choice, I did my first collab event with the team there, it’s a great vibe, casual but cool, and has a fantastic wine and snack menu to work your way through during a date.

Cain King of Stem

Pastel Wine Bar. It is a cool spot with great food and a sweet wine list. The perfect casual spot to wine and dine and enjoy the atmosphere.

Bain Stubbs of Station Road

Belles Hot Chicken for bottomless wings.