There’s no shortage of romantic restaurants in Hong Kong to impress a date, from discreet speakeasies to temples of fine food. Whether you’re looking to book a table for Valentine’s Day, want to create a truly special anniversary dining experience or just need a date night to delight, read on for our pick of the most romantic Hong Kong restaurants for the  perfect gesture of affection.

We also let you know which restaurants allow you to earn bonus Asia Miles until 28 February – perfect for putting towards your next romantic getaway or gift. Simply present your membership QR code on the Cathay app when you pick up the tab and earn even more when you pay with your Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard®.

Giovanni Pina Ristorante, Bar & Pasticceria

For an unforgettable date with your loved one, take them shopping at IFC then top the day off with a table for two at Giovanni Pina. With a grand chandelier and luxurious seating, this stylish Italian restaurant is known for its superb charcoal-grilled Wagyu beef, mussels tossed in a white wine sauce and asparagus risotto topped with seared scallops. However, this is a pasticceria at heart, and the tiramisu is among the best you’ll find in Hong Kong, though it’ll be hard not to be tempted by the limited-edition scarlet rose-topped Valrhona chocolate cake, especially for Valentine’s Day.

Cathay members can earn HKD4 = 3, while Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard holders can earn HKD4 = 4 by presenting their membership QR code on the Cathay app.

Giovanni Pina Ristorante, Bar & Pasticceria, Two Chinachem Plaza, Central, 2755 1088 

ALTO Bar & Grill

Perched at the top of a Causeway Bay skyscraper, Alto boasts some of the best views of Hong Kong’s jaw-dropping skyline with its rooftop bar. Here, techniques and dishes from all over the world are combined masterfully to create a menu that’s as diverse as the city it calls home. Meat is firmly on the menu, with Japanese green tea-fed pork chop and British dry-aged ribeye to try, while a well-chosen wine list is equally globe-trotting and just as impressive as the steaks and sights.

Cathay members can earn HKD4 = 3, while Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard holders can earn HKD4 = 4 by presenting their membership QR code on the Cathay app.

ALTO Bar & Grill, 31/F, V Point, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, 2603 7181

Écriture  

Two Michelin-starred Écriture combines French culinary craftsmanship with top quality Japanese ingredients (and the occasional appearance of truffle and foie gras). Seafood and chocolate are mainstays on Valentine’s Day menus over the world, and Écriture’s special menu doesn’t disappoint with a sea urchin and caviar tart, steamed Brittany-sourced langoustines and Baileys ice cream topped with milk chocolate foam and pralines. World-class service and a panoramic view of the city set the scene for something truly special.

Cathay members can earn HKD4 = 3, while Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard holders can earn HKD4 = 4 by presenting their membership QR code on the Cathay app.

Écriture, 26/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central, 2795 5996

Madame Fù 

Located in Tai Kwun, Madame Fù is an Instagrammer’s dream, with its plush pink couches, spacious outdoor balcony and food that tastes just as good as it looks. This glamorous spot pairs a view of Tai Kwun’s historical courtyard with an unforgettable menu that takes Cantonese classics to the next level. Peking duck becomes a luxury treat after six hours of air-drying and hang-roasting, while egg custards take on a gourmet twist topped with lashings of caviar and lobster. No time for a full romantic dinner? Go for the afternoon tea: the scones are not to be missed.  

Madame Fù, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, 2114 2118 

FIAMMA

Escape the city and enjoy an Italian feast at Fiamma in the Peak Galleria - one of Hong Kong’s most iconic landmarks. The menu here is conceived by Chef Enrico Bartolini, who has more Michelin stars to his name than any other Italian chef, as a love letter to his family, so each dish is designed to be shared family-style. As well as flavours inspired by the Mediterranean, guests can expect dishes made from seasonal produce, vibrant interiors, and a beautiful outdoor terrace area that is ideal for taking in city views – or just gazing into your lover’s eyes.

Cathay members can earn HKD4 = 3, while Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard holders can earn HKD4 = 4 by presenting their membership QR code on the Cathay app.

Fiamma, Shop G02, G/F, The Peak Galleria, 118 Peak Road, The Peak, 2657 0800

Foxglove

Dinner and drinks while listening to sultry live jazz are some of the most romantic activities imaginable. Foxglove , a bar hidden behind an umbrella boutique, takes its cues from the hedonism of the early 20th century with cosy mahogany interiors, nods to aviation and the spirit of adventure throughout. The menu puts a bold twist on Chinese classics and has a killer cocktail list inspired by singers such as Prince and Hong Kong legend Anita Mui. Share a dim sum steamer of crimson mala xiaolongbao dumplings or the crispy shrimp cheung fun for a symphony of flavours and textures.

Foxglove, 2/F Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, 2116 8949 

The Araki

Even landing one of the 12 seats at Michelin-starred The Araki is an impressive feat, but it’s worth the wait to secure a booking for two. This exclusive omakase-style restaurant is helmed by Chef Mitsuhiro Araki, whose Edomae cuisine has earned him three Michelin stars in both Tokyo and London. Only the freshest premium seafood is served during an unforgettable dining experience in which chefs carefully plot out your menu for you, leaving you free to whisper sweet nothings to your dining partner.

The Araki, FWD House 1881, Main Building, 1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, 3988 0000