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Start at the impeccibly decorated Jean George restaurant Perry St. Make sure you dress well to avoid standing out negatively in the beautiful surroundings (collared shirt + formal shoes a must).

Pro Tip: Order a bottle of champagne or white wine in advance to set the mood.

Wander over this secretive cocktail bar. The drinks are second to none and the setting is incredibly intemate.

Pro Tip: Try to stick to 1 or 2 cocktails since they're stiff and it's late.

They don't take reservations, so be ready to show up a little bit early if it's a Thursday or Weekend. If you don't mind waiting, it should be ~15-30 minutes to get a table. That being said- it's hands down the best chinese food in the neighborhood.

Pro Tip: Get tri-color dumplings to share.

Go see a movie at the newly renevated AMC theatre. The seats are rediculous- the only thing missing is a bar.

Pro Tip: Sneak in a couple of mini-bottles of liquor. You can tell your date if she's into that sort of thing. If not it's our secret ;)

If you want to chat after the movie, try getting a glass of pinot & maybe some cheese at this scenic Wine Bar.

Get dinner at this hole-in-the-wall, super-authentic japanese place. It's super quiet so make sure you're ready to make conversation the entire time you dine. 

Pro tip: Get the salmon & salmon roe donburi. 

Take a short walk and get a cocktail at one of the only decent spots on the Upper East side. 

If you couldn't get a table, or if you still feel up to hitting another bar, try the Gilroy a couple of blocks down the street. By now you should be good and drunk- so the rest of the night is up to you.

Begin your date day at the newly renovated Whitney Museum. 

Head to Chelsea Market to pick up a light snack from one of their many stores, such as the favorite juice counter, One Lucky Duck or Elenis Cookies. 

Spend some time exploring The High Line, an elevated park with gorgeous views, fun people watching and delicious eats. 

The perfect summer date spot, sip a frozen negorni and munch on small plates at this High Line Hotel restaurant. 

After your cocktail head to the Torisi Team's new restaurant Santina (if you can get a reservation!) for a meal that is sure to impress.