Best First Date Spots in Downtown Sac

It’s the beginning of cuffing season, so you need go-to bars, restaurants, and activities for dates. Selfishly, this list is for me and my friends to reference when a date asks what we want to do. Selflessly, I share it with you and hope you find the love you’re looking for!

Drinking Dates

For those of us who like to have a cocktail and apps on a first date, here are some bars with great menus, pretty views, and nice ambiance. Most of these also have mocktail options too, so if you or your date don’t drink alcohol but like the vibes of a cocktail bar, there will be options.

Bailarin Cellars (Indoor/Outdoor Wine Bar)

Address: 720 K St Suite 500, Sacramento, CA 95814

Clayton Club Rooftop Lounge (Rooftop Jazz Lounge)

Address: 1122 7th St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Smic’s Sip and Quip (Moody Cute Bar, Check hours before you go)

Address: 1200 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Whired Wine Window (Outdoor wine bar, good people watching)

Address: 1121 L St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Honey and the Trapcat (Indoor/outdoor mixologist bar, tell them the flavors you want and they’ll make it)

Address: 1023 Front St A, Sacramento, CA 95814

Dinner Dates

Maybe you’re a foodie who loves sharing a meal with someone, these restaurants fit the date vibe and as they say, “take me to dinner first!”

Bear & Crown (British Pub food and drinks, all kinds of seating)

Address: 1022 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Octopus Peru (Cevicheria and Oyster Bar)

Address: 980 9th St #170, Sacramento, CA 95814

Butcher and Barrel (Steak House)

Address: 723 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Mikuni (Sushi)

Address: 1530 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Empress Tavern (Restaurant in a cave-like cellar)

Address: 1013 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Fun Dates

Sometimes you just want to have fun! Getting to know someone over a game or activity helps you understand how they think, what motivates them, or what they value. These places will have you laughing and bonding, but please don’t bring the man who’s “overly competitive about everything” you’ll get the ick no matter where you go.

Tipsy Putt (Mini golf and “duffle-board”)

Address: 630 K St. #120 Sacramento, CA 95814

NEO Escape Ro oms (Escape rooms at all levels)

Address: 1124 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814

There & Back C afe (Cafe with 100+ board games)

Address: 1020 11th St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Coin-Op Game Room (Arcade games and pool)

Address: 908 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Capital Pinball Pa rlor

Address: 117 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Capital Tuk Tuk (Tuk Tuk tours across Sacramento)

Reserve tours on their website.

Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club (Comedy shows every night of the week)

Address: 1207 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Waterfront Wheel in Old Sacramento (Ferris wheel with incredible views of the city, very romantic)

Address: 1150 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814 (Old Sacramento Waterfront)

If you’re the date planner and you have found this blog, you’re welcome, please invite me to the wedding because you are going to have fun! If you try any of these dates, please tag us on IG @DowntownSac.