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Best Cheap Date
Cafe Deluxe
1800 International Dr.,Tysons Corner
(703) 761-0600
An American Bistro with moderately priced food. It tends
to get a bit noisy, but if you don’t mind, it’s an entertaining
spot. The mussels in white wine sauce are great!
Best Creative Date
Fredericksburg Cruises
468 Buzzard’s Point Rd., Reedville
(804) 453-2628
Take your date on the river for dinner and dancing on a
100-foot paddle wheel boat. A romantic and unique way to
spend an evening.
Best Place for a Laugh
LaffTracks
Del Rio Mexican Restaurant, 701 E.Market St., Leesburg
(703) 777-9504
Eat some great Mexican food and laugh at the comedians.
Best Place for Coffee and Dessert
Palladio’s Café Coffeehouse
2311 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
(703) 516-0003
Stop at Palladio’s for a cup of java after catching a movie at
the nearby Courthouse Theater.
Best Place To Buy a Gift
Romance For The Senses
1102 King St., Alexandria
(703) 549-1102
A boutique for the romantic, featuring lingerie, chocolate,
books, music, and jewelry
Best Restaurant for a Second Dinner Date
Mezza 9
Hyatt Arlington, 1325 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
(703) 276-8999
Mediterranean restaurant with stylish decor and an
extensive menu. This is a cool place to take a date and
share some of their tasty appetizers before your meal.
Best Restaurant for First Dinner Date
The Cheesecake Factory
2900 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Other locations:McLean
(703) 294-9966
A great first date place because it is incredibly low-stress
fun in a comfortable environment and has excellent food.
Save room for one of their amazing desserts.
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
Ritz-Carlton Grill
1250 S.Hayes St., Arlington
(703) 415-5000
This is the spot to go if you are willing to spend a bit more
for an intimate and rather luxurious meal. The Sunday
brunch is exceptional.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
The Greenbrier
300 W.Main St.,White Sulphur Springs
(800) 852-5440
Take your date on a weekend trip to The Greenbrier and
drown yourselves in relaxation and romance. Dine in the
Tavern Room for an intimate gourmet meal.
TOP FIVE DATES
A Recipe for Love
Whole Foods Market
2700 Wilson Blvd., Alexandria
Call for other locations
(703) 527-6596
Prepare a special meal. Go to Whole Foods and pick up the ingredients, along with a bottle or two of
wine. Cook dinner for your date and set the table
with some candles for an extra special touch. Soft
jazz or classical music playing in the background is
a great addition to a romantic atmosphere.
A Touch of Culture
Smithsonian Institution
Washington,D.C.
Take a picnic to the mall in Washington, DC. Sit on
the grass in the midst of the Smithsonian Institution
and have some lunch. Then take some time to walk
around and explore some museums. This is an inexpensive
date as well, as D.C. museums are free.
Cruising Right Along
Potomac Riverboat Company
Alexandria City Marina,Cameron and
Union Sts.,Alexandria
(703) 548-9000
How about a dinner cruise on the Potomac River?
Leave from the Old Town Alexandria waterfront and
enjoy a couple of hours on the water, drinking and
eating. It’s a great way to meet some new friends,
dance and take in a beautiful view.
Get Away from It All
The Greenbrier
300 W.Main St.,White Sulphur Springs
(800) 453-4858
Drive to The Greenbrier, where you can relax and
enjoy a day or two away from the city. Enjoy some
spa treatments together, play a little golf, take some
walks through the woods and swim in the newly
renovated pool. This is a great way to get away from
the stress of the city for a short or long weekend.
Steeeee-rike!
Falls Church Bowling Center
400 S.Maple Ave., Falls Church
(703) 533-8131
Go bowling! After all, who doesn’t like putting on
those cute bowling shoes and competing against
each other? Consider setting the stakes that whoever
loses buys dinner. It’s a good way to loosen up and
relax while getting to know each other.