Most couples make it a priority to get out of the house and have a ‘Date Night’ on Valentine’s Day, something the can get lost over time.
Tapas are a Good Date Idea
The city of Boston is saturated with restaurants of all kinds! You and your Valentine can enjoy some American cuisine such as Union Bar & Grill in the South End, or Towne in Back Bay. Tapas/ small plates style restaurants are really popular, such as Cuchi Cuchi or Dali in Cambridge, Barlola in Back Bay, and the Ristorante Damiano in the North End. If French foods are more what you had in mind, Sel de la Terre has locations in Back Bay and a new Waterfront location as well, or take a trip to Beacon Hill Bistro in Beacon Hill. Moroccan cuisine makes a unique evening at hot spots like Tangierino in Charlestown. Of course Italian cuisine is extremely popular, such as Tresca and Prezza in the North End.
Let’s face it; Italian cuisine is the obvious choice for 99% of people going out on Feb. 14th! The North End/ Waterfront area provides you with the ultimate setting for a Valentine’s Date Night! The smell of garlic, pastries and espresso in the air, little Italian men selling roses on the street, the violin player making his way to every table in any restaurant that will have him, and the vibe on one of Boston’s most historic streets Hanover just adds to the perfect back drop for the night.
Marco, Best Date Restaurant
One of the best North End/Waterfront locations to make the night special is in a tiny restaurant of 10 tables, a stone fireplace, and the feeling of actually being in Italy –Marco. Marco is hidden on the second floor located at 253 Hanover St, above Café Paradiso. When you call to make your reservation, make sure you ask for the table near the front window and fireplace, your date will be VERY IMPRESSED.
Once you have finished dinner, make your way onto Hanover Street to one of Boston’s most historic landmarks – Mike’s Pastries – for a cannoli. If an after-dinner glass of wine is your choice, Bricco on Hanover Street or the wine bar located on Richmond St – Vinoteca di Monica, are the perfect stop! After a big meal and a few glasses of wine, a great way to wake up for the trip home is to sit and finish the night with an espresso at Boston’s first Italian Café – Caffe Victoria on Hanover St in the North End.
Enjoy your Valentine’s Day and make is special for that someone in your life!
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