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5 Great Spots to Take a First Date in NYC

Picking the perfect spot for a first date can be tricky, especially in a city with as many possibilities as NYC. Do you want the space to be quiet and intimate? Are you looking for a more exciting and rowdy environment? No matter what type of experience you’re after, these five first date spots listed below should fit the bill. From a karaoke bar to a cinema that plays cult classics, take your New York date somewhere creative next time around.

Best of NYC First Dates: Serendipity 3 (Upper East Side)

Serendipity 3

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If the aesthetics of Serendipity 3 don’t charm your date, then we’re not sure anything will. This Upper East Side staple serves some serious food (just about anything you could imagine is on the menu, from Country Meatloaf to Seafood Fettucine) and even more serious desserts. If you really want to be cutesy, order up their famed Frrrozen Hot Chocolate with two straws — just make sure to sip slowly, because a brain freeze is almost guaranteed. 225 E. 60th St., 212-838-3531, serendipity3.com

Best of NYC First Dates: Landmark’s Sunshine Cinema (Lower East Side)

Sunshine Cinema is known for its eclectic screening list, which includes independent films and cult classics on the regular. If you attend one of their midnight screenings (now that’s what we call an adventurous first date!), you’re sure have a good time, surrounded by enthusiastic fans and movies lovers. You’ll also find current films screening during their daytime hours, so if you’re wanting to catch a new flick, Sunshine Cinema also has you covered. 143 Houston St., 212-260-7289, landmarktheatres.com

Best of NYC First Dates: One Dine (Financial District)

One World Observatory

Looking to impress on your first outing? One Dine, One World Observatory's observation deck restaurant, won’t let you down. Dine on extraordinary food while you take in phenomenal views of the New York City skyline. Set on the 101st floor mezzanine, One Dine features a seasonally inspired menu as well as small production wines, local draft beers, and hand crafted cocktails. Be sure to make a reservation in advance, as they are required for dining. One World Trade Center, 285 Fulton St., 844-696-1776, oneworldobservatory.com

Best of NYC First Dates: Baby Grand (SoHo)

Once called “the cutest karaoke bar ever” by New York Magazine, this tiny bar is the first and only boutique karaoke bar in New York City. For those who are looking for a louder crowd, stop in during a weekend evening. Wanting a more quiet and intimate experience with your date? Weekdays tend to be better. The small feel of the bar instantly creates a warm environment while the karaoke keeps you entertained. And of course, you can always sing some tunes if you’re feeling gutsy! 161 Lafayette St., 212-219-8110, babygrandnyc.com 

Best of NYC First Dates: Brooklyn Museum (Brooklyn)

Brooklyn Museum

Open Wednesdays through Sundays, the Brooklyn Museum offers an ideal space for you and your date to peruse one of New York City’s finest collections of art, artifacts, and history at your own pace. Georgia O’Keeffe: Living Modern is currently on exhibit through July 23, 2017 and Marilyn Minter: Pretty/Dirty will be on exhibit through May 7, 2017. You’ll also find A Woman’s Afterlife: Gender Transformation in Ancient Egypt and Infinite Blue on exhibit indefinitely. 200 Eastern Pkwy., 718-638-5000, brooklynmuseum.org

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