TABLE FOR TWO

Make a date of love at these romantic eateries around town.

TEXT TAN LEE KUEN

Be prepared to sweep and be swept off your feet. From stylish fine-dining
restaurants to intimate jazz bars and quaint coffee houses, these establishments exude romance through their very ambience while tantalising your palate. Be sure to call ahead to make reservations for two and do ask for the best spot in the house.

7ATE9
(Ascott KL, 9 Jalan Pinang, KL; 03-21617789)
Good for: Wining, dining and clubbing
Not the place to go for an intimate date but great for showing off your fun-loving side. It has good Continental food, lovely views of Petronas Twin Towers, an extensive drinks list and pulsing house music for dancing later all in one place. And if the conversation gets stilted, there is plenty of eye candy to wash your eyes with.

CAFÉ CAFÉ
(175 Jalan Maharajalela, KL; 03-21458141)
Good for: Francophiles.
Tucked unassumingly away from well, everywhere, this little gem of a restaurant is an ode to amour. Decorated to the hilt with antiques and bric-a-brac carefully sourced by the owners, and softly lit by good-looking chandeliers, it gives the impression of an opulent Parisian boudoir. The Continental menu has highlights in the pan seared foie gras and Wagyu cheeks, and is evenly matched by a good wine list.

PACIFICA
(Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Jalan Stonor; 03-23808888)
Good for: High-end seafood
Designed by Stephane Dupoux to mimic an Atlantis kingdom, the lavish décor complements the stellar culinary cuisine, which is highly inventive and offers the very best of seafood. With tables somewhat shielded from prying eyes by sheer curtains, you can play nooky while having your gnocchi. Take note though that the restaurant does not open on Sundays, and only for dinner.