Whether you've just swiped right or you're 20 years in, take your date to this cozy maize-gold space. It's got tin ceilings and a French-countryside vibe, so if you order a jug of wine and snacks off the menu of Paris-bistro classics, you'll almost feel like you're in France. Read More »
614 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-625-3700 | Website
Successful first dates are all about the balancing act. You don't want too fancy, but you don't want Applebee's. You don't want food that's too challenging or weird, but neither do you want to be eating chicken fingers. Talula's Garden is perfect because it's both gracious and casual, with a menu that's luxurious without being ridiculous, and a setting so lovely that it already feels like you're in a movie, acting out the first-date scene. Read More »
210 West Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA | 215-592-7787 | Website
If the note-perfect dishes and simple, spare charm of this tiny, golden South Philly BYO don't land you a second date, it really is you who's doing something wrong. But hey, at least you'll have the malted milk-chocolate ice cream with peanut brittle to console you. Read More »
1537 South 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-551-5000 | Website