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Best After Hours Place
Katzs Deli and Bar 618 W. 6th St., Austin
(512) 472-2037
The slogan Katz's Never Kloses says it all! Katzs claim to fame is its New York deli-style cuisine with a Texas attitude, morning, noon and night - all night.
Best Cheap Date
Republic Square Park, Austin Bring a blanket, a picnic and your date to the movies! Movies in the Park shows fun classics at no charge throughout the year. Its fun and free.
Best Club
Light Bar 408 Congress, Austin
(512) 473-8544
Upscale, urban club with water walls, ultramodern chairs and stainless steel fixtures. A sleek, clubby atmosphere. Sip a designer martini at the trendy front bar.
Best Creative Date
Capital Cruises 8604 Lemen's Spice Trail, Austin
Hyatt Regency Boat Dock, 208 Barton Springs Rd., Austin
(512) 480-9264
Get out of the ordinary and take a dinner cruise! Here you will be served great food from the Hyatt (try the fajitas) and enjoy a guided tour of the city.
Best Place for a Laugh
Capital City Comedy Club
8120 Research Blvd., Austin
(512) 467-2333
The comedians who show up at Capital City come pre-tested, with experience behind them from networks like HBO and Showtime. Be prepared to laugh out loud.
Best Place for Coffee and Dessert
Mozarts
3825 Lake Austin Blvd., Austin
(512) 477-2900
With its affluent clientele and lakeside decks, Mozarts is both classy and romantic. Make sure to try the strawberry chocolate cheesecake.
Best Place To Buy a Gift
Gossip
1712 South Congress Avenue
Austin
(512) 443-1188
Witty cards, gifts, clothing, beautiful and original jewelry, fun/modern furniture and funky stuff. A little something for everyone!
Best Restaurant for a Second Dinner Date
Clay Pit
1601 Guadalupe St., Austin
(512) 322-5131
Enjoy Austins best Indian food. The Clay Pit boasts an interesting wine cellar with over 100 different types of wine. Add to that a knowledgeable wait staff and great service.
Best Restaurant for First Dinner Date
Gumbos
710 Colorado St., Austin
(512) 480-8053
Feels like youre right in the heart of New Orleans Bourbon Street! Delicious Cajun fare and the bread is to die for. Nice lighting and great service. Dont forget the gumbo!
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
Mothers Caf & Garden
4215 Duval St., Austin
(888) 555-1212
Located in the fun and funky-turned-yuppie Hyde Park, Mother's has a relaxed atmosphere with a garden and indoor patio. Try the spinach lasagna, a signature dish.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
Mirabelle Restaurant
8127 Mesa Dr., Austin
(512) 346-7900
Mirabelles warm, intimate interior creates the ideal atmosphere for romantic dinners. The restaurant also boasts two private dining rooms for special occasions.
TOP FIVE DATES
A Fredericksburg wine tour
Texas own little Napa. Take off for a relaxing and beautiful scenic drive through the hill country, where you can sample wine from our own Texas vineyards. Afterwards, if you dont trust yourself behind the wheel, seek out one of the many Bed and Breakfasts that the hill country has to offer.
An evening on 6th Street: dinner, live music, dess
Old Pecan Street Caf
310 E. 6th St., Austin
(512) 478-2491
Go to the heart of Downtown Austin for a complete date evening. Start out at the Historic Pecan Street Caf for dinner. Catch live music at Stubbs BBQ (restaurant that doubles as a live music venue). Then journey down Austins famous 6th Street to find the right bar for a nightcap and dessert. We recommend the Iron Cactus.
Let your inner child out Fiesta Texas 17000 IH 10 West, San Antonio
(210) 697-5050
Just a hop, skip and an hour jump from Austin, you can visit one of the states largest wooden roller coasters and be a kid again at this water theme park. There are also some amazing laser light shows, as well as a variety of rides and musical performances. Dont forget to bring your swimsuit just in case you want to test the waters.
Make a Day at Zilker Park 2100 Barton Springs Rd., Austin
(512) 974-3329
Rent a canoe, have a picnic, ride the train, fly a kite, stroll through the botanical gardens and take a dip in the springs if you dare. If you want something more substantial to eat after the days events, try one of the many Austiny restaurants on Barton Springs road: the original Chuys, Baby Acapulcos, Shady Grove and Romeos, just to name a few.
The Oasis
6550 Commanche Trail, Austin
(512) 266-2442
Best known for its scenic views and sunsets, The Oasis sits on Lake Travis and has over 20 decks for you to view the sun setting on the lake. You can always count on a great margarita at The Oasis. Come on Sundays during the spring and summer for live salsa music and dancing.