First Date Planner
By Jenny Miller, Citysearch Editor
From a cozy French dinner to dazzling lakeside views, find Austin's best place to go on a first date, whether it's dinner out, just drinks, or a fun, new activity to take the pressure off.
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Chez Nous
510 Neches St, Austin, TX Enjoy classic French cuisine at this intimate spot. Its location just off Sixth Street makes apres dinner fun a cinch.
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Elephant Room
315 Congress Ave, Austin, TX Live jazz in an ambient basement bar is a tried and true recipe for romance at this Congress Avenue favorite.
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The Blanton Museum of Art
Martin Luther King Blvd at Congress Ave, Austin, TX Whether you prefer contemporary works, European art or the latest exhibit, expand your sense's ensemble at this spacious, elegant museum.
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Hotel San Jose Lounge
1316 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX A seductive, low-key glamour makes this patio bar a romantic spot to grab a drink.
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Cork & Co.
308 Congress Ave, Austin, TX This pint-sized wine bar has a playful menu of tasting flights and gourmet chocolates. Trivia cards on each table help keep conversation flowing.
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Mozart's Coffee Roasters
3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX It may be just coffee, but a classy atmosphere, fancy desserts and a lakeside location make this popular Lake Austin coffee shop a great date locale.
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The Red House
1917 Manor Rd, Austin, TX This restaurant-cum-bar invites couples from all walks to drop in for some gourmet homestyle cookin’, or just a creative cocktail in the cozy bar.
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Maiko Sushi Lounge
311 W Sixth St, Austin, TX Dress to see and be seen at this elegant downtown hot spot. For an ultraromantic experience, opt for a late supper--the restaurant serves dinner until midnight on weekends.
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Mount Bonnell Park
3800 Mount Bonnell Dr, Austin, TX It's said that couples who climb this lookout point's 100 steps will fall in love. They'll also be rewarded with breathtaking city and lake views.
