Romantic Date Ideas in Los Angeles
Los Angeles has some amazing world-class date destinations and activities.
But, many of these are not so easy to find. I created this site to share all of the best date ideas I’ve discovered as a Los Angeles native.
If you’re single, check out the best places to meet single people in LA. I hope you enjoy this site and find it useful. – Brian
Have a Great Date Night at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in Beverly Hills
Wolgang Puck is arguably one of the most famous chefs in the world. His flagship restaurant, Spago, in Beverly Hills, has been on my bucket list for a while, and I finally got to try it! Getting There and Parking Spago is located in the heart of Beverly...
The Best First Date Ideas in Los Angeles
If you're going on a first date with someone you don't know very well, planning the right kind of date is critical! Many lists recommend a movie for a first date, but I think that is a terrible idea (unless you also do something else). The problem is that you can't...
The Coolest Vintage Bars in Los Angeles That Are Sure to Amaze
If you're looking for an extraordinary place to bring a date to, or just a place where you can hang out with friends, check out some of my favorite vintage Los Angeles bars below. These will surely impress! Clifton's Cafeteria / The Pacific Seas (DTLA)...
The Best Museum Date Ideas in LA
I believe that a museum is a great place to go to on a date. It's quiet so you can talk, and there are usually interesting things to see and comment on. Maybe you can even show off some of the stuff you learned in that art history class you took in college....
Wicked Lit: A Unique Immersive Halloween Theater Experience
If you're looking for a really unique and cool Halloween-themed date idea, check out Wicked Lit, an immersive outdoor theater experience running from late September to mid November at the Mountain View Mausoleum & Cemetery in Altadena. What Is Wicked...
Terranea: A Hidden Gem in Palos Verdes with Spectacular Hiking Trails
Terranea is a hidden gem that’s worth a bit of a drive. Sure, there are other beautiful places to hike along the shore in Palos Verdes. And, there are some great restaurants as well. But Terranea combines the best of both. It’s an ideal place to have a good meal and go for an easy walk with breathtaking views of the ocean. You’ll feel like you’re staying at a high-end resort for a fraction of the cost.
The Best Orange County Date Ideas
Orange County is famous for tourist attractions like Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, and for vast suburban sprawl. But, it actually has some really charming destinations that are ideal for a romantic date! Here are my favorites. 1. Laguna Beach My...
A Great Summer Date Idea: Yamashiro Night Market
I'm so psyched that the Yamashiro Night Market is back!! (Previously called "Yamashiro Farmers' Market".) This is one of my favorite summertime Los Angeles events! Starting in April 2018, it will be every Thursday night from 5 to 10PM during the summer. It has an...
Why the Downtown LA Arts District is An Amazing Date Destination
I visited the Downtown LA Arts District recently and I must say it's now one of my favorite daytime date destinations in the entire LA area! It's undergone an amazing revitalization with cool galleries, breweries, restaurants, and hipster bars. It's a great place to...
Have a Great Hike with Amazing Views at Griffith Park
Griffith Park is famous for its observatory, but it also offers some great hiking trails which offer amazing views of downtown LA, Century City, the Hollywood sign, and the valley. I'm going to tell you about my favorite trail which begins at the Glendale Peak...
Romantic Destinations in Los Angeles
Downtown LA
Pasadena
Santa Monica
Culver City
Long Beach
Disneyland
Hollywood Bowl
Downtown Arts District
Lechuza Beach Malibu
Abalone Cove Palos Verdes
Restaurants in Old Town Pasadnea
Ocean Avenue Restaurants and Bars
Los Liones Trail
Temescal Canyon
Huntington Library and Gardens
Griffith Park Observatory
Will Rogers State Park
Mid-City
Spago Beverly Hills
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