Secluded Valentine’s Day Dining

  1. Marrakech Surrounded by white-washed walls, gauze curtains and copper cutlery, you'll feel like you're not in Shanghai anymore, but rather on a Moroccan island hideaway where the romantic possibilities are infinite. We like the chicken couscous laced with raisins, almonds and nutmeg. See African listings.
  2. Sun with Aqua We can't think of anything that's more romantic than sitting at a private couch and table with fish silently swimming in a wall-to-wall aquarium. Gaze out the gilded windows (when not gazing at each other) for an uninterrupted view of the Pearl Tower and Jin Mao in all their romantic glory. See Japanese listings
  3. Deall This newbie lined with private curtained tables that hug walls of windows is a great choice for couples in Gubei or Hongqiao. Even a rainy day can seem broody and romantic when you’re warmly tucked inside, admiring rain-dappled glass and nibbling on fusion Korean dishes like blueberry roast beef (¥118) or crab-stuffed tofu served with a side of fiery kim chee. See Korean listings
  4. Thai Gallery If your date has an affinity for art or interior design, take him or her to this stylish Thai art piece, where tatami-style seating areas outfitted with Thai pillows welcome leisurely lemongrass-tinged dinners. See Thai listings.
  5. Yin This beautiful, dark wood paneled restaurant is everything we'd want in a mate: classy but not showy, relaxed but still elegant, and incredibly full of flavor. Order to share dishes like subtly smoky lamb and let the live jazz band transport you back to old Shanghai. A perfect V-day spot for those who want intimacy but like warm chatter in the background. See Shanghainese listings


Posted Jan 30th 2007 4:37p.m. by cityweekend
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