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Best After Hours Place
Empire
1417 "R" St., Sacramento
(916) 448-3300
The Empire is a huge dance venue with multiple bars. It's the new place to see and be seen; the destination for the trendy crowd.
Infusions Lounge
1628 "K" St., Sacramento
(916) 442-8889
Unique sandwiches, great selection of coffee drinks and yummy dessertall set in a modern and contemporary atmosphere.
Miniature Golf
Gold Mine Miniature Golf
4238 S. Hwy. 99, Yuba City
(530) 674-0475
There are few better ways to impress your date than by sinking an uphill 25-foot putt that goes through a lion and around an alligator by way of an abandoned ship. Just think of the possibilities!
Best Cheap Date
Rivercats Game at Raley Field
400 Ballpark Dr., Sacramento
(916) 376-4700
Grab the grass seats and get a great view of the entire park. You can find ticket information online.
Best Club
Empire
1417 "R" St., Sacramento
(916) 448-3300
The Empire is a huge dance venue with multiple bars. It's the new place to see and be seen; the destination for the trendy crowd.
Best Creative Date
Jelly Belly Factory
One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield
(800) 9-JELLYBEAN
Learn the secrets as to how they create the legendary Jelly Belly and taste the world of flavors at the jelly bean sampling bar.
Best Place for a Laugh
Garbeau's Dinner Theatre
12401 Folsom Blvd., Rancho Cordova
(916) 985-6361
A great dinner theatre where you will enjoy fun entertainment, good food and company. Catch a light-hearted performance and enjoy the laughs!
Best Place for Coffee and Dessert
Rick's Dessert Diner
2332 "K" St., Sacramento
(916) 444-0969
This place is absolute dessert heaven. They have exceptional cakes with very large slices, rich ingredients and it's all set in a 1950s diner atmosphere.
Best Place To Buy a Gift
William Glen
2651 El Paseo Ln., Sacramento
(916) 485-3000
A great place to find a gift for the chef in your life, William Glen stocks several lovely items for the kitchen and home.
Best Restaurant for a Second Dinner Date
The Cliff House of Folsom
9900 Greenback Ln., Folsom
(916) 989-9243
The Cliff House is a wonderfully romantic date spot. It has incredible views of the American River and Rainbow Bridge; be sure to go prior to sunset and sit on the patio.
Best Restaurant for First Dinner Date
Joe's Crab Shack
1210 Front St., Sacramento
(916) 553-4249
This is a fun place for a first dinner date. It's casual and they serve up great seafood galore. Be forewarned though: the waiters may break out into dance every so often!
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
Pyramid Alehouse
1026 K St., Sacramento
(916) 498-9800
Sit upstairs for a view overlooking the entire restaurant or try the covered patio to get away from the crowd and enjoy some conversation.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant
Slocum House
7992 California Ave., Fair Oaks
(916) 961-7211
This is truly a place of romantic and elegant dining, set atop hill of lush gardens and beautiful oak trees.
TOP FIVE DATES
A Day on the Ranch
Apple Hill, Camino
(530) 644-7692
Enjoy a relaxing day in Apple Hill. Tour more than fifty ranches, wineries, orchards and more. Make a day of it by planning a picnic on the lush grounds. The options are endless. Apple Hill hosts several special events throughout the year, so plan ahead for a wonderful and relaxing outdoor experience.
Get moving on the slopes
Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts
There's nothing like a day of fun in the cold to make a couple want to cozy up. So what are you waiting for? Don your skis and head for the hill. Or for those who aren't into hitting the slopes, nothing beats a fun snowball fight! Then head to lodge for a hot chocolate and schnapps before enjoying takeout and champagne served by the fireplace.
Just For Laughs
Laughter is a natural aphrodisiac so why not warm up the mood and make a night of it? Visit one of Sacramento's local comedy clubs or dinner theatres and laugh yourselves silly.
Picnic on the Lake
Adventure Sport Rentals
1609 Watt Ave., Sacramento
(916) 971-1800
A great date doesn't have to break the bank. It can simply be a quiet get-together that stimulates conversation. Get innovative and spice up the date with a Spanish theme: bring a big bowl of paella and plenty of sangria and play festive music on your portable CD player. Or rent a boat for the afternoon and literally "picnic on the lake".