From first dates to anniversaries, you're going to need an intimate drinking den and luckily, our city is full of 'em. Whether you're looking to impress your new beau with a sultry haunt boasting quirky concoctions or fancy treating that special someone to fine wine at a chic watering hole, make sure to check out our roundup of Cardiff's romantic bars.
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Toting stylish interiors, from the stone walls, leather booths and hanging lights, Peppermint knows a thing or two about atmospheric date nights. Pop over to this pretty parlour for a load of cracking cocktails, like a refreshing Tokyo iced tea, and banging bites that are sure to earn you a place in the good books.
Fronting intrigue and innovation, from its decor to the creative drinks menu, The Alchemist is all about throwing a little extra magic into the mix. Ideal for date nights, this is a unique space that's sure to get the romance flowing with its exciting cocktails, like the pineapple and cranberry French Kiss, or the smoking Lightbulb Moment.
A slick cocktail bar with romantic mood lighting, Dirty Martini is a great find for your date night in Cardiff. Possessing eye-popping interiors and a mammoth selection of boozy concoctions that are half-price during happy hour, this is a trendy hideout to while away a few hours in each other's company.
This intimate nook of the city centre promises a relaxed, laid-back vibe for your next date night. When you're not cooing over each other, make sure to check out the long list of cocktails and artisan gins. Plus, there's regular live music, showcasing jazz, blues and soul.
Treat the one of your affection to cool sips in an intimate setting at this romantic bar in Cardiff city centre. Home to some of the capital's most exciting drinks, like the vermouth-based Pourin' Up and the crispy, fresh Kill Our Demons featuring banana and bergamot bitters, Pennyroyal is a trendy cocktail den that mixes low lighting and top tunes to create the ultimate date night mood.
One of Cardiff's worst-kept secrets, this chic basement hideaway should be a go-to if you're looking to impress a new love interest. Alongside a buzzing atmosphere, you'll find some serious talents over at The Dead Canary's bar, as well as a fun series of live entertainment and events. Sip on innovatively named tipples like Devil's Bridge and Bran the Blessed.
Boasting some of the city's most aesthetic decor, this foliage-obsessed bar and restaurant is a delightfully quirky spot to take your beau. Get stuck into The Botanist's selection of fruity spritzes (think lilipad martinis plus poppy and pink gin punches) and earthy ales before grabbing a nibble from the mouthwatering food menu.
Culley's Kitchen and Bar is one of the most romantic bars in Cardiff Bay, with stripped-back walls, birdcage chandelier and candle-lit tables. As for tipples, find classic cocktails like a Manhattan or old fashioned, and fine wine alongside draught pints. Your date will be swooning in no time.
For those of you seeking out romantic bars in Cardiff city centre, The Cocktail Club is a low-lit, moody drinking den that's ideal for date nights. Settle into one of the cosy nooks and make your way through the extensive drinks list, which features curious and eye-raising concoctions galore, like the PB Pornstar, garnished with banana leaf and passion fruit.
The most romantic places to drink in Cardiff? It has to be Curado, a fun and friendly Spanish bar and restaurant. Head over to snuggle up and sink a few glasses of snazzy wine, as well as chow down on tasty plates of cured meats and cheeses.
A dedicated vermouth bar with style for days, this vibrant spot in Guildhall Place is the ultimate date night destination for the booze-curious. Fronting a mammoth selection of spirits from around the globe, Vermut gives you and your partner a great excuse to try something new together, with tapas courtesy of Curado.
A sleek bar and restaurant in the heart of the city, The Ivy not only has your brunch and dinner dates all wrapped up, but it's also a great place to pop in for a seasonal cocktail or peruse the fabulous wine menu. Decked out in floral features, this pretty venue offers contemporary quaffs like mezcal-based The Lost Paloma and the boozy Lucky Charm.
A slick drinking den at the Park Plaza Hotel, this pretty date night bar in Cardiff shakes up a delectable range of cocktails like a cracking espresso martini, fine wines and a few tasty bar snacks. If you're looking for the perfect hangout for a pre-dinner tipple, Laguna Kitchen and Bar is where it's at, with a gorgeous terrace for those summer month sips too.
Cool, calm and casual, The Brass Beetle fronts a friendly atmosphere and delicious sourdough pizzas, which are perfect for a lovely night out with the other half. It also beckons you to take a seat at its forest green bar and sip on signature cocktails like the coconut meringue martini as well as the raspberry and rhubarb cosmopolitan for under a tenner each.
