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Forum

Affluent / After Work / Ambient

Party Earth Review Right in the thick of always-booming Boylston Street, slick and trendy Forum provides a sexy respite from the hustle and bustle of one of Boston’s busiest thoroughfares. During the week, sophisticated 9-to-5ers still in ties and heels unwind at the large center bar, sipping craft cocktails or signature “fusions” like the ... more

755 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116

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Boston Common

All Ages / All Types / Baseball

Party Earth Review The oldest public park in the country, Boston Common is a year-round gathering point for Bostonians of every stripe. Founded in 1634, the fifty-acre expanse of green is a favorite hangout in warm weather, when students, young professionals, and lovers show up to stroll through the picturesque Public Gardens, picnic on the ... more

151 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02108

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The Brahmin

80s Music / 90s Music / Bar / Chic

Party Earth Review Maybe the only place in town with both crystal chandeliers and tater tots, The Brahmin is an elegant 20s-style speakeasy with one foot firmly planted in modern day. Named for the wealthy, politically prominent families of neighboring Beacon Hill – the illustrious “Boston Brahmins” – this shabby chic bar is a jumble of high ... more

33 Stanhope Street
Boston, MA 02116

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The Taj Boston

20s and up / After Work / Chill

Reviewed by Laura A.

"Spend an afternoon at The French Room at the Taj Hotel in Boston for a one of a kind experience. Downton Abbey fans can rejoice at having a place that ..." more

15 Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116

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Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar

Brunch / Business Casual / Latin

Party Earth Review A lair of Mexican spirits and Latin beats, Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar is a sultry sunken lounge with a drink list almost as long as Nabokov’s namesake novel – albeit much easier to read. Trendy young professionals fill the dimly lit space after work, settling in on the main bar’s scarlet chairs ... more

271 Dartmouth Street
Boston, MA 02116

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The Butcher Shop

Anything goes / Artsy / Brunch

Party Earth Review A tribute to the sausage-slung shops of old-world Europe, The Butcher Shop is a warm and stylish wine bar and eatery that attracts a diverse and amiable clientele of oenophiles, music school hipsters, and in-the-know tourists looking for upscale fare and a relaxed vibe. Patrons peering into the large front windows of the ... more

552 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118

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Bond

Bottle Service / Burgers / DJ

Party Earth Review Located inside the Langham Hotel and once the Member’s Court of Boston’s Federal Reserve Bank, Bond is now where the smart money goes to invest in a night of sophisticated carousing. High ceilings, marble columns, and crystal chandeliers recall the venue’s former life, while modern touches like plush gold sofas and a mirrored ... more

The Langham Hotel
250 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110

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Figs

All Ages / Anything goes / Beer

Reviewed by Sarah G.

"My Take The Scene: The Scene at Figs by Todd English is extremely friendly and laid back. This upscale pizza joint is the epitome of a t ..." more

42 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114

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North End

Bars / Birthday Parties / Cafés

Party Earth Review Home to Boston’s vibrant Italian district and many historic landmarks, the North End and its narrow cobblestone streets draw everyone from pasta lovers and tourists to wine-drinking partiers. Though gentrification has attracted a growing number of young professionals, the small neighborhood is still home to a high concentration ... more

I-93 and Commercial Street
form the rough boundaries of the North End

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Upstairs on the Square

Ambient / Bar / Brunch / Burgers

Party Earth Review Although Upstairs on the Square is only a few steps above Winthrop Square, its cupcake pink walls, gold chandeliers, and endless fresh flowers transport patrons far from the college town below. After ascending the leopard-striped staircase, preppy grad students and sophisticated professionals unwind with a fancy cocktail ... more

91 Winthrop Street
Boston, MA 02138

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Sacco's Bowl Haven

20s / 30s / Alternative / Bar / Beer

Party Earth Review A hidden gem with a cult following of hip young locals, Sacco’s Bowl Haven offers a unique old-school night out at equally old-school prices. First opened in 1939, the venue has retained its original focus on candlepin bowling, though new owners have updated the place by adding a wood-fired pizza parlor and alcohol – an ... more

45 Day Street
Somerville, MA 02144

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Les Zygomates

30s / 40s / Artsy / Bohemian / Couples

Party Earth Review Boasting an outstanding wine selection and an intimate bistro atmosphere, Les Zygomates is a prime date night destination for those looking for a taste of Paris near downtown Boston. The business people and artsy types who settle in at the candlelit tables shouldn’t be fooled by the delicious bistro fair and perfectly prepared ... more

129 South Street
Boston, MA 02111

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Boston Date Ideas Overview

Often considered to be one of the more “European” style cities in the U.S., Boston abounds with romantic options that make it perfect for date ideas.

The Boston Public Garden, an arboretum that contains dozens of species of trees, also is home to the generations-old swan boats, which are paddled around the small pond inside the park during the warmer months of the year. The paddle boats have wooden benches for seating, perfect for cuddling up next to the object of one's affection as the gorgeous scenery is revealed all around.

Post Office Square Park, in the Financial District, contains fountains, brick walkways, benches, a gorgeous vine-covered pergola, and dozens of species of plants and trees. Since the area is so quiet on the weekends, it is also on the route of the horse-drawn carriages that give rides to folks leaving from the Quincy Market area.

Boston even has its own gondola rides on a small inlet channel of the Charles River. The boats dock not far from the Back Bay and Charles Street of the Beacon Hill neighborhood, where some of the city's most ambiance-rich restaurants are contained. Those in search of great Boston date ideas would be smart to stick towards these neighborhoods when in search of dinner plans.