by Olha Romaniuk

Created on: May 23, 2009   Last Updated: June 02, 2009

Louisville is a beautiful city, filled with hidden gems of attractions - from local eateries to pastoral parks to lively nightclubs. It can offer an unexpected variety of activities to do for both its residents, who have lived here all of their lives, and its tourists, who are just beginning to explore the city. However, when it is time to pick out a place for a first date, even the city locals, who may be able to navigate Louisville with their eyes closed, may be at a loss of where to go. Funny things these first dates are as they bring out the nervous jitters in almost everyone who wants to really impress his or her date.

It is worthwhile to mention that first dates do not have to be extravagant or expensive - costly dates can make a date even more nerve-wrecking. Too much planning puts too much pressure on the planner and places an increased emphasis on the date's importance itself. The key factor to a successful first date is that it needs to feel relaxed, natural, yet still special. Luckily, Louisville can provide a breadth of good places that can satisfy all of the criteria required for an excellent first-date experience.

A light dinner is always a wiser decision than a heavily, three-course meal for a first date. After all, if two people realize that they have nothing in common during the course of their meal, they are not stuck with each other to endure a third course, or even a desert. If both people happen to be seafood lovers, sushi is always the answer to an inquiry of where to find a casual, quick, but classy, bite to eat. Sapporo Japanese Steakhouse is one of the places that combines a hip, without being cooler-than-thou, atmosphere with great food. Dragon or dynamite rolls are spicy, fresh, and inexpensive. Other appetizers, like yaki tori or edamame, can entice with their stylish presentation and exquisite flavor, impressing even the most fickle of dates without breaking anyone's bank.

Jafri's Bistro is another casual alternative to Asian cuisine. Although the bistro appears busy and hectic during weekday lunch hours, it transforms into a more relaxed and slow-paced eatery during weekend evenings. Jafri's can appease to anyone's taste buds and it offers a variety of food choices - from steaks to salads to pasta and seafood. Jafri's is located in a charming neighborhood and is especially attractive for dates in the summer, as it offers additional incentives to continue a successful date with a romantic walk.

For a more high-paced experience

• 1
• 2
• Next Page >>