Best Places For A Tinder Date In London

After swiping right and a few days of awkward conversation, you've finally worked up the courage to ask that amazing match of yours on a date... and that's where we come in. we've got you covered with all the bars, restaurants and events that are fancy, quirky and fun enough to cover any interest listed in the their Tinder bio. We'll worry about where to take your Tinder date in London, you worry about your aftershave.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 27th August 2024




Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf

Happy Hour!

Challenge your date to the ultimate game of hi-tech shuffleboard at Canary Wharf's Electric Shuffle. Play four different games while keeping track of your scores on the screen. Distract your opponent by ordering some small plates like pork bao buns and padrón peppers, or tempt them with one of the quirky cocktails. There's also fun competitive fun to be had at London Bridge

Draughts Hackney

In need of something to break the ice on a first date? Then check out Draughts, where there are hundreds of board games to keep you entertained. Take a seat in their cosy venues in either Hackney or Waterloo, where you can nab two for £18 cocktails and draught beer while getting into some flirty competition. And if you fancy a bite to eat? They've got delicious dishes like Cajun popcorn shrimp, Baja fish tacos, Beyond Meat cheeseburgers and more.

Amazing Grace

Happy Hour Tues - Fri 4pm - 7pm

Make sure date night goes as planned by taking them over to Amazing Grace, a former church that still maintains its beautiful stained glass windows and altar. Found in London Bridge, this intimate haunt offers plush seating and sultry lighting, as well as a killer menu of food, tasty drinks and regular live music events on their huge stage. Expect mesmerising 3D light projections while you're here, to be enjoyed alongside scrumptious pan-Asian bites like pulled pork bao buns, Vietnamese fried tofu or charred black garlic broccoli.

Flight Club Venues in London

As one of London's original activity bars, Flight Club has a reputation for being a guaranteed great night out – especially for couples that love darts. You'll be playing on hi-tech boards in a series of interactive challenges while consuming cocktail slushies and paddle pizzas for two. 

Salsa! Soho

🌮 Fajita Fridays 🌮 and 1 other offer

With venues in both Soho and Embankment, Salsa! is one of those fun bars in London to take your date that offers affordable food and drink coupled with a real party attitude as the night progresses. The music is pure Latin American and gives you the perfect opportunity to put on those dancing shoes and throw some serious shapes. Or, for something more structured, they also offer fun cocktail masterclasses every day, if you need to guarantee that South American courage.

Inamo Soho

Unlimited Asian tapas & sushi with free-flowing wine or beer £54.95 per person and 2 other offers

You met through the wonders of technology, so why not bond over dinner about it at Inamo Soho. Through their table, you can order delicious food while also messing around by playing a game of Battleships with your date. Perfect place to take your Tinder date in London if you worry a normal dinner could get a bit awkward.

The Cocktail Club - Various Sites

Known for being responsible for some of London's quirkiest bars, The Cocktail Club is always a top pick when it comes to first date locations. Connect over happy hour drinks from pornstar martinis to brambles and mojitos, whether that's in a cosy corner or on the dance floor. 

Four Quarters Peckham

If the reason you swiped right was because they claimed to love 'beer and video games' then The Four Quarters is the date location made in heaven. With a wide selection of craft beers on offer and different themed nights at the weekend, it's really the retro arcade games that steal the show. There's nothing like a bit of competition to ease a date along and, if it all goes badly, then at least you've got the new high score on Ms Pacman.

All Star Lanes - Bowling Alleys In London

Classic activity bar All Star Lanes is a winning date location if you want to avoid small talk over dinner. Book out a retro bowling lane and treat yourselves to some shareable plates from beef brisket bites to baked soft pretzels. As for drinks? Think tiki cocktails and quirky shooters. With sites in HolbornStratford, Brick Lane and White City, neither of you will have to travel far for a great night out. 

Albert's Schloss London

Struggling to pick a spot for a Tinder date? If they're someone who seems like they're up for a wild, creative time then take them to the heart of London's West End for Albert's Schloss, a Bavarian bar with an incredible performance program that spans the entire week, with the likes of cabaret and live music up for enjoying until 2am. Delight in biers imported from Germany, the Czech Republic, Belgium and more, then tuck into Alpine fare like gooey fondue as well as bratwurst for the full, authentic experience.