Nothing screams pressure like planning a “romantic date” for you and your significant other. Here are the top five romantic havens and date spots for sweeping your partner off his or her feet.
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Nothing screams pressure like planning a “romantic date” for you and your significant other. Here are the top five romantic havens and date spots for sweeping your partner off his or her feet.
Andina
1314 NW Glisan St.
503-228-9535
andinarestaurant.com
Duck into this high-end restaurant’s bar during happy hour for tapas and cocktails that celebrate the vibrant cuisine of Peru. All small plates are $10.50—from stuffed sweet piquillo peppers to grilled octopus kebabs—and cocktails are decidedly tropical with ginger, pineapple and citrus playing dominant roles. Try the heat-spiked “sacsayhuaman” if you like a little habanero with your passion fruit.
Le Happy
1011 NW 16th Ave.
503-226-1258
lehappy.com
This delightful little creperie has the ultimate date vibe. The warm lighting and comfy little tables make it easy to enjoy what seems like an endless list of crepes while snuggled up to your sweetie. The menu isn’t terribly expensive, either, so this date spot won’t break the bank.
St. Jack
2039 SE Clinton St.
503-360-1281
stjackpdx.com
Sure, you could fork over the majority contents of your checking account and head to this Southeast Portland French restaurant for a multicourse meal—it’s definitely worth the splurge. But you might instead consider St. Jack’s tiny gem of a cafe, a petite annex off the main restaurant where the restaurant’s pastry chef turns out perfect little madeleines, cannelles and coffee drinks in the early morning hours—perfect to share at a cozy table overlooking the sleepy neighborhood.
Sapphire Hotel
5008 SE Hawthorne Blvd.
503-232-6333
thesapphirehotel.com
Not actually a hotel, this bar is a great place to grab some late-night drinks with that special someone. The dark and mysterious feel of this place paired with the great music sets a very sexy mood. If the relaxed environment doesn’t win you over, the enjoyable upscale food will.
Valentine’s
232 SW Ankeny St.
503-248-1600
valentinespdx.com
A cozy bar with a bit of a hipster vibe, Valentine’s is known for its charming and intimate atmosphere. It’s a great place to listen to some live music, poetry or a local disc jockey, and to grab a sandwich (the menu has some delicious vegetarian options) and some drinks. If you’re into a more laid-back feel when it comes to dates, this is the place for you.
