Anniversary Dinner Ideas in India: Where to Book and What to Spend
An anniversary dinner has one requirement that an ordinary dinner doesn't: it should feel different from the last time you ate out. That usually means a different setting rather than a more expensive menu, which is why poolside, rooftop and cabana setups are worth the extra over a restaurant table.
Ideas by budget
| Budget for two | Idea |
|---|---|
| ₹2,300 to ₹3,500 | A decorated candlelight table at a hotel restaurant |
| ₹3,500 to ₹6,000 | A rooftop dinner or a five-course candlelight dinner |
| ₹6,000 to ₹10,000 | A poolside or under-the-stars dinner, the table set for you alone |
| ₹10,000 and above | A private cabana, or dinner with a private movie screening |
A first or second anniversary
Keep it relaxed and memorable rather than formal.
- Country Inn Gurugram, candlelight dinner — ₹2,349
- Jaipur, seven-course balcony candlelight dinner — ₹2,999
- Tiger Aero Bangalore, four courses — ₹3,020
- Mango Suites Hyderabad, rooftop five courses — ₹3,799
A fifth or tenth anniversary
- The Plaza Hyderabad, poolside five courses — ₹5,699
- Taj at Vivanta Delhi NCR, poolside — ₹6,500
- Fortune Bangalore, rooftop poolside — ₹6,149
- Marriott Hyderabad, lake-view dinner — ₹7,849
- Hilton Bangalore, under the stars — ₹8,249
A milestone anniversary
- The Claridges Delhi, cabana — ₹11,699
- Grand Mercure Bangalore, poolside cabana — ₹14,249
- Taj Delhi NCR, cabana four courses — ₹15,000
- Taj Bangalore, pagoda dinner — ₹19,199
- Taj Vivanta Dwarka, romantic dining package — ₹49,999
If you're gifting the dinner
When you don't know their schedule or they live in another city, a gift box lets them choose. The Birthday or Anniversary Dinner Gift Box at ₹6,999 covers 450-plus restaurants, and the Luxury Romantic Dining Gift Box at ₹6,999 covers Leela, Hyatt, Radisson and Hilton properties.
Booking advice
- Book 7 to 10 days ahead for anything private. These are single bookings per evening.
- Tell them it's an anniversary. Most hotels add something small at no cost, and it changes how the table is set.
- Cake and flowers are usually add-ons, ordered in advance rather than on the night.
- Outdoor dinners suit October to March in the north, and October to May in Mumbai.
Frequently asked questions
What should an anniversary dinner cost?
₹2,300 to ₹3,500 for a candlelight table, ₹6,000 to ₹10,000 for a private outdoor dinner, and ₹12,000 upward for a cabana.
What's a good anniversary surprise?
A poolside or cabana dinner where the table is set only for you, or dinner with a private movie screening.
Can I book without fixing the date?
Yes. Vouchers are valid for 12 months, so you can choose the evening later.