Romantic Date Ideas in Salt Lake City
Whether the hustle and bustle of your day at the office has you all stressed out, or maybe a whole day driving the kids from baseball practice to the doctor's office has you in need of an escape; it's a sure bet that somewhere in Salt Lake City, an unforgettable haven for you and your honey awaits. That special evening is just what you need to put the spark back into your relationship, and it's a well-earned break from the everyday events that will help you and your mate charge up your batteries, in more ways than one!
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is an impressive backdrop against which you can share conversation with someone special, whether it's your first date or you have known each other for years. This sprawling, tastefully laid out museum boasts a collection of more than 15,000 works from all over the world, spanning many styles and periods. The 74,000 square-foot Marcia and John Museum Building features more than 20 galleries that all await your intent gaze and doubtless appreciation. There's also a bookstore, study center, sculpture terrace and Fine Arts Cafe where you and your date can get some coffee and share your impressions of the artistic works that will surround you during this truly unique time together.
Address: 410 Campus Ctr Dr., Ste 035, Salt Lake City, UT 84112 - MAP
Phone: (801) 581-7332
Web: www.utah.edu
Why not opt for the unique experience of lacing up some ice skates and hitting the ice with your sweetie? At
Gallivan Center's Ice Rink, you can have fun whether you skillfully know your way around the rink or you are both tumbling all over each other! Aside from the fun of ice skating, there are also various open air concerts, a spacious dancing area, and some thought-provoking cement sculptures to admire. The Gallivan Center has been known to keep Salt Lake's cultural heart beating for some time now, so make plans to visit for a date that will be as much fun as it is heartfelt!
Address: 239 Main St., South Salt Lake City, UT 84111 - MAP
Phone: (801) 535-6117
Web: www.slcgov.com
A stellar evening of wine, dining, and inevitable romance awaits as you walk into the
Metropolitan. Let the wall full of well-deserved awards be your first clue that you and your special someone are on to something special. The elegantly dressed waitstaff move through the unique dining area with assured grace, and their expertise and attention to detail only adds a seamlessly classy touch that will not go unnoticed when your menu selections finally arrive. The selection of menu items changes with the seasons, but don't miss the classic Caesar salad that features a generous helping of classic dressing as the perfect introduction to a truly mesmerizing treat for your palette. Don't forget to toast your special evening together, as the wine list features several winning vintages that will bring the perfect balance to this selection of handcrafted new American cuisine.
Address: 173 Broadway (Around Town), Salt Lake City, UT 84101 - MAP
Phone: (801) 386-7175
Web: www.themetropolitan.com
The true essence of Italy's delectable cuisine is only as far away as
Caffé Molise in downtown Salt Lake City. You and your date will revel in the extensive menu selections that echo with Italian tradition that transcends time to bring a truly unforgettable set of tastes to the plate that sits before you. The lunch menu features everything from pomodori and mozzarella to salads, pastas, and a generous wine selection. And the lasagna is a must-have, as well! Along with lunch menus, there are even deeper selections for dinner like ravioli and shrimp and chicken scampi. The wine list features several vintages that are the perfect accompaniment to your meal. And don't forget to leave room for dessert! Partake of the rich deep Dark Chocolate Cake, the Tiramisu, the cheesecake, or gelato and sorbeto that will end this magnificent meal on the sweetest of notes!
Address: 55 West 100 South, Downtown, Salt Lake City, UT - MAP
Phone: (801) 364-8833
Web: www.caffemolise.com
Ditch the usual dinner routine for a delicious selection of western cuisine at a whole new level of taste and quality at the
Wild Grape Bistro. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as brunch on the weekends, your appetite will be satisfied no matter what time of day it might be! This award-winning restaurant is known for traditional made-from-scratch cooking from an old west cafe brought up to date by a modern and creative chef. As an added bonus to the already engaging ambiance, enjoy live late night jazz Saturday evenings from 9:30 until 1:30, perfectly capping off your hectic week with smooth sounds and equally delectable menu choices. These elements create an unforgettable dining experience to which you'll want to return to again and again.
Address: 481 South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 - MAP
Phone: (801) 746-5565
Web: www.wildgrapebistro.com
Sure there are loud clubs and hole in the wall dives to hear any type of music you can imagine, but why not make the extra effort, reach into your closet for that Sunday best, and enjoy an evening of true classics performed by the
Utah Symphony Orchestra? Not only will you and your date broaden your artistic horizons, but you'll actually find yourself getting lost in these dramatic performances. Among some of the more notable events on the schedule, enjoy Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring directed by Thierry Fischer as well as a Summer Concert Series that's slated for June and July and featuring the assured direction of conductor David Cho. So fill your special evening with music that is just as memorable as the person you're hearing it with!
Address: 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 - MAP
Phone: (801) 533-NOTE (6683)
Web: www.utahsymphony.org
