Date night in Old Welwyn
A romantic dinner, Greek and Mediterranean style
Candlelight, good wine and food made for sharing.
Some evenings deserve more than the usual. Rodi is a family-owned Greek and Mediterranean restaurant on Church Street in Old Welwyn, a quiet village with a church that has stood across the road for more than a thousand years. Couples come to us from Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Stevenage, Hertford and St Albans for first dates, anniversaries, birthdays for two and nights when you just want to get away from the washing up.
For two
Why couples choose Rodi
- A quieter tableTell us when you book and we will do our best to give you one of our quieter tables.
- Dishes to shareGreek food is made for sharing. Order a few plates for the middle of the table and take your time.
- Greek wines and cocktailsWines from Greece and further afield, by the glass or the bottle, sparkling wine for a toast, and cocktails made at our bar. See the wine list
- The gardenOn warm evenings, have dinner outside in our garden.
- The evening set menuEvening set menu: 3 courses 35 per person. Sunday to Thursday from 17:00. Our set menus are not available on bank holidays or during festive periods.
- We will know before you arriveChoose Date night or Anniversary as the occasion when you book online, so our team knows it is a special evening.
Valentine’s and anniversaries
The big nights
- Valentine’s DayOne of our busiest nights of the year, and tables for two go first. Book as early as you can. Have a look at what’s on for anything special we have planned.
- AnniversariesWhether it is your first or your fortieth, choose Anniversary when you book and let us know if there is anything we can do to make it special.
- A present for twoCan’t decide what to give? A Rodi gift voucher in any amount, sent by email on the day you choose.
- Something to celebrate togetherA birthday, an engagement or good news to share with family? See birthdays and anniversaries.
Getting here
Close to home, but it feels like a night away
- From Welwyn Garden CityAbout ten minutes by car or taxi. Getting here from Welwyn Garden City
- From HatfieldAbout fifteen minutes on the A1(M), with free parking in the village.
- From further awayWe are just off junction 6 of the A1(M), with free car parks in the village. Visiting from further away
What's on now
Coming up at Rodi
Christmas at Rodi
Festive lunches and dinners for family, friends and work, from a table for two to the whole restaurant. The best dates go quickly, so it is worth booking early.
See Christmas at Rodi
Greek Night with Ageliki Darra
Friday 20 November, 20:00 till late. Ageliki Darra is back with live Greek music from 20:00 until late. Good food, dancing and plenty of Opa!
Find out more
Birthdays & anniversaries
A table for two, a long table for the family or a party in a space of your own. Tell us what you are celebrating when you book and our team will know before you arrive.
Plan your celebration1 Church Street, Old Welwyn
Book your table for two
Booking online takes under a minute. Choose Date night or Anniversary as the occasion, or call us on 01438 717499.
Questions
Good to know
Yes. Couples come to us for first dates, anniversaries and Valentine’s Day. There are quieter tables on request, Greek wines and cocktails, dishes to share and, on warm evenings, our garden. Choose Date night when you book so our team knows. Rodi is a Greek and Mediterranean restaurant in Old Welwyn, about ten minutes from Welwyn Garden City and fifteen from Hatfield, with free parking in the village. It is a favourite with couples for date nights and anniversaries. Yes. Write it in the requests box when you book online, or tell us on the phone, and we will do our best. Yes, please book as early as you can. It is one of our busiest nights of the year, and tables for two go first. Yes, on warm days and evenings our garden is open. Yes, plenty. Many of our small plates are vegetarian, some are vegan, and we can help with other dietary needs if you tell us when you book.Is Rodi a good restaurant for a date night?
Is there a romantic restaurant near Welwyn Garden City or Hatfield?
Can we ask for a quiet table?
Do I need to book for Valentine's Day?
Can we eat outside?
Do you have vegetarian and vegan dishes?
