Candlelight, cute dress, and perfect lighting. It’s the type of places where you split a dessert and end up staying for hours chit chatting just because the energy is so light and happy.
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Bbq
Sushi
Steak
American
Pizza
Mexican
Bbq
Love at first sizzle.
Current obsession: Japanese BBQ at Gyu-Kaku on Lyndale Ave. Between the Takoyaki octopus balls and the experience of becoming a little chef for the night and grilling your own meal, I’m officially in love. For dessert, they have snores. So stinking c...
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
There’s something surprisingly bonding about managing a tiny indoor campfire together. Pro Tip: Wear something you love, but maybe leave the "dry clean only" silk at home—you’re going to leave smelling like a delicious, smoky cloud of BBQ success.
Hoban
Sushi
Cute rolls & heart-to-hearts.
It’s adorable because you can share a Lychee Martini, walk over to Bde Maka Ska for a sunset stroll right after, and the vibe is just "fancy enough" to wear your favorite dress without feeling like you're trying too hard. It's chic, sparkly, and alwa...
Wakame
Hidden gem for a date night. It strikes that perfect balance between refined and cozy without feeling like it’s trying too hard.
AMA Sushi
Steak
Meat lover’s dream.
Pick Baldamar if you’re craving a dressy, candlelit evening that feels extra fancy. Their steaks are always precisely cooked with a juicy interior. ✨🥂
Baldamar
When you want to feel like a total main character in a classic romance movie. It’s all about that "old money" aesthetic—dim golden lighting, dark wood, and white tablecloths that just scream sophistication. 🥂✨
The Capital Grille
American
Cravings & classics.
The ultimate "best of both worlds" date spot. It’s adorable because you don’t have to choose—you can share sushi rolls and truffle fries at the exact same table. 🍣🍟
CRAVE
The food is basically "fancy comfort." Think dreamy Lobster Mac & Cheese or crispy flatbreads—stuff that’s easy to share and totally delicious.
Umbra
It’s all about that dark, underground glamour—perfect for when you’ve spent an hour on your makeup and want those dramatic, candlelit photos.
Hell's Kitchen Inc.
Pizza
A little slice of Italy & a lot of love.
“Cozy-chic" Italian hideaway for a girl who loves a little old-world charm mixed with modern aesthetic vibes. It’s adorable because it feels like a secret neighborhood gem where the lighting is always soft and the energy is perfectly intimate.
Rinata
High ceilings, marble for days, and dreamy plants everywhere. It’s basically built for cute photos.
Giulia
If you’re looking for a date night that feels like a quick trip to Buenos Aires without the 10-hour flight, Boludo in Minneapolis is the ultimate "low-key but high-vibe" choice.
Boludo
Mexican
Salsa & spice.
High-end Mexico City street food (like their famous Birria) that’s great for sharing.