Dinner and drinks? Let's face it—conversation over a bite to eat followed by a night cap can make going on dates rather routine.
Whether you're in a committed relationship or newly on the dating scene, we've pulled together eight different Music City ways you can kick the classic dinner-and-a-movie and shake things up with creative date ideas both you and your s.o. will enjoy.
Rustler Hat Co.
Hands-on Activities:
Puttshack: This new-to-Nashville mini golf course is a hole in one! Puttshack is a tech-infused mini golf experience and is the perfect kind of date for a little competitive fun. Play each course, then munch on delish bites and drinks from the full bar. The music and vibes are on point for a fun and new way to have a date night out on the town.
Glasshaüs: Nashville Glasshaüs will blow your date's mind. The city's first glassblowing studio, Glasshaüs is a unique date spot to take a glassblowing class, watch a demonstration, grab a glass of cold brew at their coffee shop (or a an alcoholic bev later in the day!), plus, a bite to eat, all in one place. After taking a hands-on class, stop by the Maxwell Gallery to check out incredible glass-focused art.
Rustler Hat Co.: Saddle up and make your way to The Gulch's DIY hat shop, Rustler Hat Co. The shop specializes in custom hats for men and women, so both you and your date can pick out your favorite hat, then customize it with hat bands, branding, and more.
Liquor Lab: Take a mixology class in a state-of-the-art laboratory, learn to make three cocktails, and then, take what you learned to shake things up at your next at-home date night.
Mick Jacobs
A5 Wagyu Teppanyaki at Noko
Interactive Foodie Dates:
Noko: The popular Asian-inspired wood-fire restaurant in East Nashville offers a new dish where diners can pan-sear A5 Wagyu Teppanyaki table side. Top the Wagyu with truffle butter, black volcano salt, or pink Himalayan salt, and see which garnish you and your partner prefer.
Goo Goo Cluster: Love is sweet... Make your own candy bar at one of Goo Goo’s hands-on classes. Compare your fillings to your significant other's (we recommend milk chocolate with peanut butter, caramel, and pretzels!) while learning about the history of the business during the forty-five-minute to hour-long session.
The Pfunky Griddle: Your date will flip for this breakfast spot! Sit around a personal table side griddle to create your own pile of pancakes. Pour the batter, grab a spatula, and craft your own delicious pancake creations.
Pizza Lolo: Learn the ins and outs and how to make handmade Neapolitan-style pizza at home. Classes include step-by-step instructions plus all of the ingredients, followed by a delish meal of personal sized pies.