Cheers to Saint Valentine

Ashishwang Godha scoured the city to shortlist the most romantic places to raise a toast to your love

Ashishwang Godha scoured the city to shortlist the most romantic places to raise a toast to your love

Ideal for the perfect date
We would rate Addah O Hotel as Pune's number one romantic destination. The roof-top, the pool, candle-lit tables all make it perfect for a lovely evening. As you settle in, you will realise that the huge, comfortable, pillow-encased love-seat is a great place to cuddle up with your loved one. The bar menu here runs into several pages with Indian as well as foreign liquor. The moon-lit sky, the starry night and the cool breeze whizzing past as you whisper sweet nothings into her ear ufffd it will be an experience you will never forget.u00a0
At Addah O Hotel, TPS Sangamwadi, North Main Road, Koregaon Park.
Call 40011000

Dine under the star-lit sky
Chingari is not planning anything special for Valentine's Day. But then, they don't need to. This roof-top bar and restaurant is picture perfect with lovely sofas and tables and great ambience. The flickering candles in mosaic stands provides for an ideal romantic setting. The service here is great too. This restaurant would be the perfect place if you wish to get down on your knee and bring out the ring along with the red rose. Chingari serves great kebabs from their open-air tandoors and absolutely delicious North Indian fare. The prices are steep but winning your loved one's heart over a romantic meal under the stars is always priceless, right?
At Chingari Roof Top Bar, Le Meridien, Raja Bahadur Mill Road.
Call 26050505

A simple beautiful evening
Prem's is a sprawling restaurant that has simple wooden tables and chairs and a lovely open bar. If you like simplicity, then you are sure to love this place. They have a variety of cocktails to choose from and we recommend two classic martinis. The Watermelon Martini is a smooth and fresh delight. You could also opt for the Green Apple Martini. They have a menu that has a wide range of cuisine from Indian to Continental.
At Prem's, 28/2, North Main Road, Koregaon Park.
Call 26150081 / 82

Romance by the riverside
Solaris Riverside, a small cozy restaurant with tables by the pool-side, provides a nice ambience to celebrate Valentine's Day. Choose a regular cocktail and follow it up with Indian or Chinese food. This place is not too expensive and it will still provide you the opportunity of having that ideal romantic candle-light dinner.
At Solaris Riverside, 81/82, North Main Road.
Call 26880336

Perfect for thai food lovers
Malaka Spice has become the Saturday haunt of many Pune couples, both Indians and foreigners. Malaka's, as it's popularly referred to, has great ambience and you are most often welcomed here with a smiling staff. If you or your Valentine loves Thai food then this would be the right place to go to. Go for the pink cocktail Cherishk to celebrate your love. Served in a martini glass, this cocktail tastes of a blend of cherries and vodka. Also, on offer are Ginger Cosmopolitan Martini, Kaffir Lime Mojito and a variety of Indian and foreign wines.u00a0
At Malaka Spice, Lane 5, Koregaon Park.
Call 26152008 / 26156293