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Best After Hours Place
Porterhouse
7050 W.Palmetto Rd., Boca Raton
(561) 391-6601
Eat, drink and dance to a live band that plays the latest and hippest music in town. Open till 5 A.M.
The River House
301 S.W.3rd Ave., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-7661
This hip area establishment offers a menu of nouveau American fare - from seafood to spicy Mexican flavors. The ambience makes it a wonderful special occasion restaurant.
Best Cheap Date
San Loco
204 S.W.2nd St., Fort Lauderdale
Other location: South Beach
(954) 463-2003
San Loco serves up great Mexican food! Start with chips and homemade guacamole and pico de gallo, order a fish tacos entree and then savor a dessert of cinnamon sugar crisps.
Best Club
Stereo
120 Nugent Ave., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 763-7529
A very new, very cool high-tech locale for young clubbers, Stereo caters to those looking for a change from nightspots with neon lights and trashy decor.
Best Creative Date
Jungle Queen Riverboat
801 Sea Breeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 462-5596
www.junglequeen.com
A three-hour riverboat excursion or late-night dinner cruise will take you around the famous waterways of Fort Lauderdale. Call or visit their Web site for information.
Best Place for a Laugh
Improv Comedy Club
3390 Mary St.,Coconut Grove
(305) 441-8200
www.miamiimprov.com
The best bet for a good laugh. Call or visit them online to see what major acts they're now featuring.
Best Place for Coffee and Dessert
The Melting Pot
5455 N.Federal Hwy.,Boca Raton
Call for other locations
(561) 997-7472
www.themeltingpot.com
This is a romantic location specializing in wide variety of fondues. Share a steaming pot of chocolate fondue and dip away - a very intimate way to eat dessert!
Best Place To Buy a Gift
Elements
1034 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-5754
Here's where to find high-quality gifts for the home and bath like clocks and candles, soaps and lotions and more.
Best Restaurant for a Second Dinner Date
Front Porch Cafe
1418 Ocean Dr.,Miami Beach
(305) 531-8300
Here it's all about subtle romantic ambience with a menu of American cuisine that's delivered with casual, Mediterranean flair.
Best Restaurant for First Dinner Date
Capriccio's
2424 N.University Dr.,Pembroke Pines
(954) 432-7001
Known for "the best tossed salad in town," dining at Capriccio's is a true Italian experience. It's one of the area's great original restaurants.
Best Restaurant for Lunch or Brunch First Date
Bimini Boatyard Bar & Grill
1555 S.E.17th St., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-7400
Sit out on the brick-laid patio and dine on one of their popular pasta dishes while chatting and watching the yachts sail in and out of the marina.
TOP FIVE DATES
Bay Watch
Since our area is lucky enough to be within driving distance of the beach, it's a perfect date location. Everyone feels relaxed walking by the ocean and it's so romantic. If you're lucky maybe you'll get a sneak peak of your date in a bikini. Afterward, go for a plate of calamari and a few Mai Tais for the feel of a mini-vacation.
Dancing on Tables
Taverna Opa
410 N.Ocean Dr., Hollywood
(954) 929-4010
Dancing and dining at Taverna Opa is one of the most entertaining experiences to be had in South Florida. From the loud Greek music to the traditional dancing on tables - not only by the belly dancers who work there, but by some of the patrons as well - a night at Taverna Opa makes for an unusual and fun dating experience.
Hot Rocks
Radiance Day Spa
1219 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 524-5533
Indulge in a relaxing hot stone massage from Radiance Day Spa and enjoy feeling the heat - as it flows from your feet to your legs and then swirls up into your back. Tranquil music and a cool room temperature top off the experience.
Revolving Windows in the Sky
Pier Top Lounge Pier 66
2301 S.E.17th St.Cswy., Fort Lauderdale
(954) 525-6666
Stop by the revolving bar that sits atop the Hyatt Pier 66 just right over the causeway. It's one of the best views of the Fort Lauderdale beaches and city skyline. Watch the sun set, share a drink and listen to live jazz vocalists for a romantic evening date.
The Big Laugh
Uncle Funny's Comedy Club
9160 State Rd. 84,Davie
(954) 474-5653
Laughter really can be the best medicine-especially for any dating jitters! Uncle Funny's is one of the top comedy clubs in South Florida. They book the best local acts as well as the most well-known national talents. Call or visit their Web site for ticket information and a list of upcoming shows.