Five of the best alfresco venues for first dates

Want to impress your date? Stop panicking – we've spoken to people at DesignMyNight.com and they are here to halt your ‘where to go’ worries with their top 5 alfresco date spots.

Summer Tales

Summer Tales is ideal for those looking to inject some fun and adventure into their date night. They have a playground of hammocks, rope swings and tasty food, not to mention an array of creative cocktails. You and your date can chat over some drinks at the Lazy Flamingo Cocktail Bar while nibbling on some eats from one of the many food pop ups like the famous Burger and Lobster.

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The Gun

If your conversation isn’t up to par then the Gun’s riverside views will fill the awkward silences. Panoramic views of the Thames and The O2 are perfect accompaniments to your dinner and drinks. The seasonal British food menu and cocktails will also impress, so sit back on a deck chair, enjoy the sun and most of all, the views (oh yeah, and your date).

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People’s Park Tavern

This award-winning pub has one of the most spectacular gardens in London. Cosy up with your newfound love in one of the Cabanas and enjoy dinner and drinks overlooking Victoria Park. If things go well, cuddle up together over the outdoor fire pit, or if you want to play it cool, plonk yourselves on one of the many picnic benches for some outdoor bbq food. There really is something for every type of date at this venue.

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Boundary Rooftop Bar

On the lookout for a place oozing with class and style? Look no further: Boundary Rooftop Bar is the answer to your prayers. Plonk yourself underneath their giant sail and get to know your date that little bit better over some zesty tipples. You will struggle to find a venue offering the same views of the City, making it a clear East London winner.

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Northbank Restaurant’s terrace

If you’re a fan of sunshine and relaxation you should strut down to Northbank Restaurant and Bar. They have a spacious terrace and offer NYC-style cocktails; they also stock an eclectic range of ale, cider and wine for those wanting to get a bit boozy on date night. It’s a venue that'll impress with its sedate yet sophisticated vibe and its picture-perfect views of the Thames. Handy tip: don't bring your selfie stick this time. We'd save that for date two...

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Published: Monday 6th July 2015

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The sun is well and truly out for summer, so if you're thinking of taking a lucky someone out for a first date, you'll want to make sure you're outside soaking up those rays and that chilled atmosphere. DesignMyNight has come up with top five outdoor spots to take her/him, so you can concentrate on more pressing matters, like slaying those unwanted butterflies in your stomach (we've got one remedy for that, in case you were wondering: tequila.)

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Five of the best alfresco venues for first dates

Want to impress your date? Stop panicking – we've spoken to people at DesignMyNight.com and they are here to halt your ‘where to go’ worries with their top 5 alfresco date spots.

Summer Tales

The Gun

People’s Park Tavern

Boundary Rooftop Bar

Northbank Restaurant’s terrace

Published: Monday 6th July 2015

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