For a first date with an activity and food, the Tatsu-ya team opened up their upper-scale take on Japanese hot pot with their Crestview restaurant. Order, dip, and cook an array of meats and vegetables (or opt for the omakase servings to make things easier in an intimate space seated across from each other. Even better: each individual gets their own pot of broth so you don’t have to share necessarily.

Often lauded and rustically chic, the finer dining destination in Brentwood makes for a superb milestone celebration destination. Order the tasting menu and let the chefs guide you and your date through unusual but delicious offerings.

The close seating and convivial crowd at the Brentwood Neapolitan pizza restaurant make it a lively setting for a post-drink pizza. Watch the wood-fired oven where perfect Neapolitan-style pies are made while sharing the buttery smooth burrata and an excellent bottle of wine. Takeout orders can be placed online.

If your date is a sushi purist, this Japanese restaurant in the Heritage neighborhood is the place to go for classic sushi. Indulge in the a la carte array and make sure to ask the bartender which of the myriad sakes would be the best accompaniment. The secluded interior ambiance is perfect for long-time lovers and seafood fans alike.

The tapas-style offerings at the MLK patio restaurant are perfect for sharing, so make it a double date and snag a spot on the expansive, beautifully lit patio. If you’ve got a four-legged friend along, the dog is welcome to lounge under the table as well. When the weather (eventually) turns cooler, Contigo is a great destination to warm up your date with heartier fare under the heat lamps. Takeout orders can be placed online.

The Clarksville restaurant should be reserved for big occasions, like a 10-year anniversary. The elegant surroundings, top-notch service, and delicious classic American menu make the restaurant a destination for memories.

Head to the downtown restaurant for Austin’s take on contemporary Indian cuisine. Don’t miss the coconut curry shrimp and the creamy tikka masala, making sure to pair both with pillowy garlic naan. Takeout orders can be placed online.

The Clarksville Chinese restaurant offers an adorable backdrop for a date, with cute decor, tasty dishes, and of course, those famed dumplings. Don’t miss the beautiful desserts. Takeout orders can be placed online.

An Italian date night is never a bad idea, especially at the East Sixth restaurant. Share a pizza or go “Lady and the Tramp” on some handmade pappardelle. Sit outside on the patio for great people watching. Takeout orders can be placed online.

Long considered the most popular sushi restaurant in town, the Zilker Japanese spot is the number one spot to take a date when you want to impress, whether it's the first time you’re stepping out together or you’ve been holding hands for years. Uchi’s modern take on Japanese cuisine emphasizes small shareable bites, perfect for splitting. Splash out on the omakase to let the chef surprise you and your date with the day’s most innovative offerings. Takeout orders can be placed online.

Modern Italian food, a gorgeous atmosphere, and well-crafted cocktails make the Holly restaurant a nice date spot for any stage of the relationship, from the a la carte array to the tasting menu.

The South Congress seafood restaurant with a giant patio is the place to indulge in East Coast oysters and people-watch.

The South Congress restaurant is the place for that casual date night when you’re craving quality Italian but aren’t in the mood for stuffy atmosphere. Welcoming and cozy, Vespaio serves up hearty traditional Italian fare meant to be enjoyed fully. Split a freshly made mozzarella and toast your date with one of the many delicious wines. Takeout orders can be placed online.

The South Austin coffee shop and bar has all the ingredients for a great casual first date: alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and truly excellent food options. Try some of Austin’s best tacos courtesy Veracruz All Natural, get spicy with Thai truck Dee Dee, or try a po’ boy from Da Boot Po’ Boys. Lounge on the large outdoor patio or cozy up inside.