Make It A Date(night)

Welcome back to Urban Developher! If you're in the beautiful Bay Area and looking for the perfect date night, centered around food and drinks, you're in luck. The Bay is teeming with romantic and exciting opportunities that are sure to impress the palate. Whether you're a local resident or visiting this vibrant region, this guide will provide you with a curated selection of date night ideas that will make your evening unforgettable. 

The Bay Area is a food lover's paradise, offering an array of dining experiences that cater to every taste. San Francisco has a culinary scene that is a pleasure to the taste buds. On a recent double date, our first destination was Luna SF. What a vibe! All they needed was a dance floor in back to make this a one-stop-shop. From the DJ playing great music, to the delicious variety of tapas style shareables, we enjoyed our meal here. 

All the good spots are typically reservation-only, so if you are able to get on the list I would also recommend Liholiho Yacht Club. I recently went for a friend’s birthday dinner and I can’t wait to take my husband back for a date night adventure.

After our meal at Luna, we took a stroll down to Wildhawk for a drink and some conversation. The moody ambiance with open seating was the perfect setting. To be honest, both couples have children, so we almost fell into our normal routine after dinner and were ready to call it a night. However, we stayed committed to utilizing our baby sitters and pushed through the rest of the night.

(If Liholiho is your first stop, I recommend Peacekeeper as a walkable alternative to Wildhawk. Keep the adventure flowing!) 

Believe it or not, after Wildhawk we went to a THIRD location. We made our way back to the East Bay for our final stop, Binny’s. This was the perfect nightcap. By this time we were hungry again, so the catfish bites and fries were the perfect snack to go with a final beverage and quick dance to top off the evening. We actually stayed out until around 2am! 

Now, you definitely don’t need to stay out that late, but if the mood hits you there are definitely places to go that will ensure you have a good time. 

The Bay Area offers an abundance of opportunities for an unforgettable date night to create lasting memories. So, grab your loved one's hand, immerse yourselves in the Bay Area's charm, and let the magic of the region elevate your experience to new heights. Enjoy your romantic adventures in the Bay Area!

For even more date inspiration, don't forget to check out my previous blog post, Make It A Date. You can also find my Yelp collection for more date destinations, here. It's a fantastic resource to enhance your Bay Area adventures, day or night, and make them truly extraordinary and memorable.

Enjoy!

TL Smith, MPA

TL Smith, MPA is a Bay Area native, wife, mother, Realtor, City of Oakland Commissioner, and Cannabis Industry Professional with a Masters in Public Policy and Urban Development.

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