Planning a first date can bring excitement, stress, or, more likely, a bit of both. It’s hard to know what the best spot will be for the occasion. You have to find the right balance between a menu you both will enjoy, a location where you can chat, and a place that inspires romance and connection. On top of all that, different people will enjoy different places. Don’t fear. Prince George’s is here. We’ve got just the spot for you and your date.
Plan your next first date at one of these five restaurants:
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Enjoy the ambience and the meal at Grace’s Mandarin in National Harbor. The menu features small plates and sushi dishes that are perfect for sharing and will definitely up the romance. Try the crispy imperial shrimp rolls, fried chicken karaage, and pan-fried calamari, then move on to the Kowloon crispy pork or panang curry. Finish the meal with the fried bananas or ginger lemon wasabi cheesecake.
Our recommended date addition: Walk over to the Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar for a raucous evening of music and fun.
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For a casual and fun vibe, bring your date to Denizens Brewing Co. in Riverdale Park. The company brews its own beer and focuses heavily on its local community. Its unfussy menu is just as centered on an accessible and enjoyable experience. Along with your beer, order the Really Big Pretzel, fried pickles, and fish tacos. Move on to the Thai curry, mac & cheese, or Earth burger for your entree.
Our recommended date addition: Check the schedule at The Clarice at the University of Maryland and catch a dance, music, or theater performance.
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If you’d rather head to brunch for your date, try Succotash in National Harbor. Start with the pecan sticky buns and fried green tomato salad. Then move on to the main courses, where you can choose from chicken and waffles, crab hash, avocado toast BLT, or other options. Don’t forget to spice up your meal with some drinks, like the Gochujang Bloody Mary or a Bellini.
Our recommended date addition: Book a spot on The Capital Wheel to see the city from above. You’ll get great views of National Harbor, Washington, D.C., and the Potomac River.
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Enjoy the vibes together at The Huncho Experience in Hyattsville, where the chef merges Liberian, Italian, and Asian influences. The upscale lounge served Wagyu beef cheesesteak egg rolls, crispy miso pork belly, spicy lobster mezi rigatoni, and seared sea scallops. Don’t miss the vanilla bread pudding or the flaming banana foster cheesecake.
Our recommended date addition: Start your date at the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center to view the current exhibitions and featured artists.
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Make a reservation at Milk & Honey in Camp Springs. The food is excellent, and the location feels low-pressure and modern. Try the butter-glazed biscuits and deviled eggs to share, then order the pan-seared salmon, Caribbean jerk lamb chops, or maple Caesar salad. Add a pineapple upside-down Hennesy or ginger peach mule.
Our recommended date addition: Go for a walk at nearby Henson Creek Park, where the paved boardwalk follows parts of the creek.
Looking for a little more romance? Fall in love at these Prince George’s locations.