Local Destinations for Your Next Date

Looking for a new spot to whisk a special someone off to for your next date night? We’ve compiled a few sure bets for romance, fun and good eats for your next date, whether it’s the first date or the thirtieth.

A classic Italian meal is always a great way to start off a date. This longstanding eatery is set away from the main drag on Cypress Avenue, and has a menu full of favorites like Tortellini Carbonara and Chicken Parmigiana as well as the perfect ambiance for a romantic evening.

Enjoy sweeping views of the bay from this marina-area restaurant. A little-known gem, the Oyster Point Inn’s eatery serves elegant steakhouse and Italian fare and sits in a prime location for sailboat watching just off the marina.

A quiet spot along Grand Avenue, this alluring Thai restaurant features fresh food and a clean, comfortable environment. Housed in an attractive brick exterior, Thai Satay is perfect for casual lunch dates or intimate dinners.

• Grab Dessert from

Plan ahead for dessert and grab cupcakes or a mini mousse from this Grand Avenue bakery to save for after dinner. Head home to enjoy your fancy treats, or bring candles and enjoy a picnic dessert in the park.

• Finish the night with a movie at Century at Tanforan

Dinner and a movie – the classic date. A simple recipe that works in both the best and worst case date scenarios. If the chemistry is off the charts, you get to enjoy a couple hours in a darkened theater together – enough said. If the dinner conversation leaves you itching to find an excuse to head home and turn on Netflix, however, paying $11 to watch a movie is the perfect excuse to avoid more awkward exchanges with that first date.