The perfect date can be anything from the spark of a new romance, a much-needed break from family life to simply a fun night with your beau,but thinking of this perfect date can be tough. Here’s a roundup of the best date ideas from day through to night around Brissie.
MINI GOLFING | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Mini golf guarantees a fun time, whether it brings out a competitive spark or you’re just looking for a fun activity to try with your beau. Work your way around the gram-worthy course at Holey Moley in Chermside or Fortitude Valley, where you can even order drinks to your hole! Or try a round of mini golf at Victoria Park before stepping up to the driving range afterwards — if you think you can make it to that elite level.
NON VOYAGE | KANGAROO POINT
A romantic getaway doesn’t have to mean jetting off to Europe. One Fish Two Fish is here to accommodate your travel lust with their new Non Voyage special. The exclusive four-course banquet will transport you both to the sun lounges of the Amalfi Coast with a refreshing array of seafood, citrus and carbs! Enrich your tastebuds with the likes of Fraser Isle spanner crab and fennel bay lobster risotto and of course, there will be Aperol Spritz on hand to refresh your buds. So book you and your beau tickets to this European odyssey on offer through to July 30.
WINTER IGLOOS | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Make the most of the faux ski-lodge experiences Brisbane has to offer and book a private igloo for the ultimate faux romantic ski escape. Try Veuve Clicquot in the Snow at Customs House for heaven in a bubble. Enjoy endless French champagne, cocktails and their infamous Moreton Bay bug croissants. Or go to Lina Rooftop for stunning city views and an aesthetic-to-the-max igloo for a grammable date night. Otherwise, a little further from Brissie, lies a winter wonderland at Cali Beach’s Rooftop Lodge complete with powder snow and an ice rink! So sip the night away, cosied up in soft faux furs in one of these private winter igloos. To secure one of these private igloos, visit their websites to book.
RIVER CRUISE | OASIS BRISBANE
Set sail on a $10 million dollar luxurious river cruise for an evening of a lifetime. Enjoy live music, delicious food, cocktails galore and uninterrupted views of Brissie’s sights. And with three levels of varying vibes, you can choose accordingly. For a secluded and luxurious experience, try the first level filled with rich moody hues, or find a spot amongst the lush calm tones of the second deck, with greenery and soft rattan… perhaps calming your first date nerves. And if those still don’t sound like you and your beau, their colourful and vibrant capri-style top deck is perfect for those who love to get amongst it and soak in the atmosphere.
WINTER WARMER PICNIC | MOUNT COTTON
If you’re dreaming of a soul-mate kinda encounter filled with star gazing, wine and cheese with fireside style, look no further. Located on a beautiful family-owned winery 30 minutes from the city, you can make your dreams come true with Sirromet Wines’ Fiery Winter Warmer special running until September 3. Take a seat by the crackling fire, pour yourselves a glass of delicious mulled wine and indulge in the divine local goodies. Sounds like the perfect ingredients for a romantic evening! Just make sure to book a spot.
HIJINX HOTEL | CHERMSIDE
For a date night experience out of the ordinary, check into a ‘hotel’ that’s more about how you play, not where you stay. Combine physical skill and brain power as you work through a collection of five different challenge rooms that’ll excite the competitive spirit. With Rubik’s Cubes, musical games, and even a Titanic-themed room, this Chermside-set abode is the perfect way to put your teamwork to the test. It’s probably best to book for this one too!
ICE SKATING | BOONDALL & ACACIA RIDGE
Whether you’re with a seasoned pro zooming across the ice or a newbie desperately clinging to the handrails, ice skating is the perfect oh-so-cute date scene. It could be the classic rom-com scene with many an accidental grab of the arm for balancing purposes, or you can both slip and slide on the ice for the ultimate bond. With two Brissie locations to choose from in either Acacia Ridge or Boondall, you can put your partner’s balance to the test!
DINNER AND A SHOW | SOUTH BRISBANE
It’s an old classic for a reason, but this one might be a slight step-up from just a movie and burgers. If you’re both fellow theatre lovers, treat yourselves to an evening of elegance, and start by enjoying a delicious meal from a King St favourite. Think capricciosa pizza from Il Verde or soufflé au crabe from Montrachet. After filling up on the delicious eats, head over to QPAC for your show, perhaps the upcoming Mamma Mia stage show? Once you’ve been dazzled by the lights and action at QPAC, you might find your tastebuds are in need of a refresher. Luckily, one of the many bars on the nearby Fish Lane could help to quench your thirst including Bar Brutus or La Lune Wine Co…one Negroni coming up!
DATE NIGHT SPECIAL | ARCHER BREWING
Housed in a hangar-style pub in Newmarket, Archer Brewing is now hosting a date night special every Thursday complete with a paired drinks special and shared set menu. The special goes one step further and caters to double dates, triple dates and more so whether you’re trying to set your friend up or you’ve got a band of couples you wanna share the love with, you’ll enjoy Archer’s friendly vibrant atmosphere. And with a support-the-locals-mentality, you’ll be consuming only the best locally sourced ingredients and Aussie spirits and wines. Plus, they even have a phone jail challenge and a dogs-allowed policy to share the love with your furry friends. Perhaps a first date for your doggos is incoming!
BAR HOPPING | FISH LANE
In fact you could dedicate a whole night to exploring Fish Lane, and that’s exactly what we propose! Enjoy a night of bar hopping and find your fave place as you savour a healthy mix of drink, nibbles and adventure to add a bit of spice to date-night. You could start at Chu the Phat for one of their delectable cocktails and a plate of their deservedly-infamous duck buns. Next, sip on a classic margherita beneath the soft-lit palms at the Kiki Kiosk or cosy up at Julius to share a bottle of gorgeous Italian wine. Then head to Saccharomyces for a board game or two and a true beer-cafe energy. On second thought, with all the great bars on Fish Lane, it might be a pretty tough decision to pick just one fave…
ROMANTIC GETAWAY | BRISBANE MARRIOTT
Treat you and your plus one to a romantic stay-cay right in the heart of the city. The cupids over at Brisbane Marriott are offering valet parking, a complimentary bottle of wine and an all-important late check-out as part of their new package – nothing says ‘I love you’ like an uninterrupted sleep-in.
So there you have it, now you’ll never need to google ‘date ideas’ again…
