First Date Ideas in Los Angeles
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Los Angeles was home to over 9 million people in 2008, so finding that special person can seem akin to finding the proverbial needle in a haystack. When you find someone who might fit the bill and want to put your best foot forward and make a lasting impression, show your date a night that truly reflects your interests and character.
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Dining
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The city is brimming with delicious restaurants, so it can be hard to decide which place is going to knock her socks off. Choose an eatery that has received accolades in the culinary world. Research the chef and menu. Impress your date with your knowledge of the establishment's recent reviews, awards and celebrity clientele. Both of you can also play critic for the night as a way to keep the conversation rolling.
Check out Gordon Ramsay's restaurant at The London West Hollywood. You'll be able to comment on this celebrity chef's menu, decor and food.
Providence has received two much-sought-after Michelin Stars, which are granted to restaurants that have shown excellence. Chef Cimarusti is renowned is for being one of the best seafood chefs in Los Angeles.
Visit Wolfgang Puck's eatery, Spago. Frequented by a list of celebrities, both of you will get to see what all the fuss is about.
Out on The Town
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Take your date to eclectic areas of town to visit art galleries, coffee shops, off-beat eateries and local bars. Silver Lake is a favorite among artists and musicians. Taste cheeses from around the world at The Cheese Store of Silver Lake. Wander through galleries like Materials and Applications, and the Baltic Crossroads Art Gallery. Sip wine and sample Spanish tapas at Barbrix.
Nearby, Los Feliz has grown exponentially over the last 10 years. See the site of one of the famous scenes in "Rebel Without a Cause" at the Griffith Observatory. Catch one of its light shows or get a romantic view of the stars.
Even though Venice Beach is slowly being bought out by high rollers, you can still do some amazing people watching at any outdoor cafe. Take a stroll down the promenade and sample vendor food or purchase artistic wares.
Landmarks
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It can be fun to act like a tourist for a day. There is so much to see in Los Angeles that it could take you a lifetime to see it all. Take in some artwork at the Los Angeles County Museum, Museum of Modern Art or Getty Center. Take a tour of Chinatown, Koreatown or Little Tokyo. They are all conveniently located downtown.
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