inLove (pictured above)
An obvious pick, In Love is a French and Peruvian-inspired Japanese restaurant with a sleek atmosphere. Your date will rave about the ‘jade’ – a sliced roll of tuna and salmon, pan-fried and presented over sesame-infused sauce – and the oyster shots served with spicy tomato relish and lemon. RMB300/two.
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Varenna French Restaurant
Craft brews and tableside flambe make Varenna a solid first date destination. Start with black truffle soup and an artistic platter of deviled eggs before diving into a tender cut of Japanese wagyu beef or buttery capelin. Quiet decor and French wall paintings promise a casual yet engaging evening. RMB350/two.
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Luk Show Hot Pot
If your babe likes it hot, reserve a table at Luk Show, the city’s most popular Sichuanese restaurant. Order the zestiest broth available and remember that capsaicin – a chemical found in fiery peppers – gets blood pumping and stimulates nerve endings so you’ll feel more turned on! RMB200/two.
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Silk Road Grill
Head to Shamian and find spontaneous adventure in the historic White Swan Hotel, which reopened its doors last August. The Silk Road Grill serves Mediterranean cuisine and other Western specialties while boasting attentive service, quality wine and a grand view of the Pearl River outside. RMB600/two.
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Spring Bar and Seafood
Yes, it’s a hike to Foshan, and yes, it’s worth it. Spring takes you back in time with vintage Shanghainese decor and live performances. Pair a classic Cantonese appetizer with imported wine before leading your love through the ever-charming alleyways of Lingnan Tiandi. RMB250/two.
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Louboutin Restaurant
With both the head chef and pastry chef hailing from France, the entrees and desserts at Louboutin effortlessly capture the heart of Parisian cuisine. Treat your valentine to duck confit and set the mood with Valrhona dark chocolate mousse topped with homemade raspberry sorbet. RMB400/two.
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