Choosing a restaurant for a first date is way more complex than you might think. It has to give off just the right vibe. It has to be cute, interesting and with just a hint of romanticism thrown in—but it can't be too overwhelming because you have to play it cool, too! If you find yourself frantically googling "cute restaurants in Vancouver" or madly scrolling through your Instagram feed searching for the place with the perfect aesthetic to take your date, then this list is for you. With so much that goes into a decision like this, we created a list that does all the heavy lifting for you. The restaurants in this list are just the right amount of cute for a first date. They'll set the right tone and the rest is up to you! Here are Vancouver's 8 best first date restaurants that are sure to leave a great first impression: Di Beppe Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Italian Address: 8 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C9 Why you need to go: Coffee shop by day, restaurant by night. No date can resist a visit to this Gastown gem. Their interiors have just the right touch plus there's a new patio to check out! View this post on Instagram @nalaniwakita x @parkandfifthco 💄 @artistrybyk_ A post shared by Thomas Bullock (@thomas.bullock) on Jun 3, 2019 at 9:28pm PDT Menu Dock Lunch Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Southern Address: 152 E 11th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 2C2 Why you need to go: Impress your date with this hidden restaurant in Mount Pleasant. It's romantic and laid back all at once so it's easy to have a good time with your date! View this post on Instagram We are heading to @docklunch_offmain on Friday for their new Cinq à Sept afternoon hosted by Scott. Happy hour specials, snacks, fresh music and local art. Get there early for sidewalk seating. 😁 . . . . . . #yvr #vancity #vancouver #vanfoodie #vanfoodies #yvreats #dailyhivevan #veryvancouver #mymountpleasant #eastvan #dhvanfood #vancitybuzz #vancityhype #604 #gastropostvan #curiocityVan A post shared by Mount Pleasant BIA (@mountpleasantbia) on Jul 17, 2018 at 11:03am PDT Menu Bob Likes Thai Food Price: 💸 Cuisine: Thai Address: 1521 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1W6 (this is the cuter location, although there is a second one at 3755 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N8) Why you need to go: This funky spot has some of the best Thai food in Vancouver and their garage-door opens to give it a warehouse vibe. Sip colourful cocktails and split tasty plates with your date at this casual but delicious spot. View this post on Instagram Oh you know...just casually jaywalking across the street, standing on an island taking pictures of people taking pictures of their food with a bonus spectator on the side 💕💕 thanks to @pork_ninjas and @boblikesthaifood for last night's tasting event A post shared by Mimi (@indulgewithbibi) on Aug 1, 2016 at 7:20am PDT Menu Pourhouse Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Upscale pub eats Address: 162 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B2 Why you need to go: Dim lighting, reclaimed wood and authentically vintage touches—this place has live music and unique menu that will make any foodie swoon. View this post on Instagram #cocktails after dark #fun #celebration #birthday #vancity #vancouver #vancouverlife #gastown #happytime #lovethisplace #liveauthentic #passionpassport A post shared by deep (@deep_in_vancouver) on Dec 29, 2017 at 1:58am PST Menu Bandidas Taqueria Price: 💸 Cuisine: Mexican Address: 2781 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4C5 Why you need to go: Take your vegetarian date to Bandidas to show them you know where all the hip spots for veggie eats! Split a plate of nachos under the string lights inside this laid-back Commercial Drive gem. View this post on Instagram I have a deep appreciation for those friendships that remain strong even if we are separated by an entire ocean most of the time. Shoutouts to my friends who understand that we both have our busy lives, and don't need to talk everyday, but when we do see each other we make every second count and it's like we've never even parted. So happy I got to catch up with this guy over brunch and finally meet his lady 😁 #AustraliaTookHim #HappyForYouThough #compersion #friends #besties #longdistance #longdistancefriendship #appreciation #grateful #brunch #bandidas #catchingup #seeyousoon A post shared by Vanessa Lefan Yuen (@van_lefan) on Sep 11, 2018 at 3:48pm PDT Menu Nuba Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Lebanese Address: Multiple locations around Vancouver Why you need to go: No matter what neighbourhood your date prefers, there's probably a Nuba nearby. These cute and colourful restaurants serve up delicious sharable eats that are perfect for date night. Don't forget to bring gum because no one likes garlic breath! View this post on Instagram Healthy and affordable Lebanese food at this adorable restaurant with several locations across the city. // @nubatown A post shared by Alexia Brambilla (@alexia_eats) on Feb 20, 2018 at 11:45am PST Menu Honey Salt Price: 💸💸 Cuisine: Western Address: 39 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Why you need to go: One of the cutest spots in Vancouver, you can get amazing happy hour eats and brunch at Honey Salt. The airy and spacious interior is really comfortable and the service is impeccable—sure to impress the pickiest date! View this post on Instagram 22 so far is a good time ☺️ A post shared by Shawn (@shawn_patel) on Apr 6, 2019 at 1:21pm PDT Menu Fable Diner Price: 💸 Cuisine: Western Address: 151 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W1 Why you need to go: This place is a cute twist on a classic diner! You and your date can have updated burgers, fries and shakes all in a contemporary corner of an old heritage building. It's perfect for a low-key date because you put thought (but not too much thought) into choosing this place! View this post on Instagram Actual angel efe is here!!! A post shared by terezaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa (@terezatacic) on Apr 20, 2018 at 1:50pm PDT Menu
