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<\/p>\nImage<\/a> via Flickr by miketnorton<\/a> | Licensed by CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n If you’re looking for a romantic dinner destination, then book a reservation at Mompou Tapas Wine Bar & Lounge<\/a>. This restaurant has a menu of traditional Spanish and Portuguese recipes with a twist, including tapas featuring seafood, meat, and plant-based ingredients. Tapas can be an intimate dining experience for couples because you share small plates of tasty food and may even try new foods together. You can also order individual entrees, like paella, or share a charcuterie board with Spanish meats and cheeses. Share a traditional dessert, like flan or tres leches cake, for a sweet ending to your meal.<\/p>\n While you dine, don’t forget to order housemade sangria, a bottle of Spanish wine, or a specialty cocktail. And, consider booking a table on the patio for al fresco dining under twinkling lights or in the Flamenco Room, where they have live music.<\/p>\n Take inspiration from the 1950s for your date night, and head to Newark Moonlight Cinema<\/a>. It’s one of 330 drive-in theaters still in operation in the U.S. today, making it a special location for any movie night. This theater plays new releases and classic films, and they select films that feature African-American filmmakers, writers, and actors.<\/p>\n All you have to do is buy your tickets ahead of time, park your car in front of the screen, tune your radio to the station your movie will be broadcast on, and then enjoy your movie from the comfort of your car. But don’t forget the snacks! You can head to the concession stand before the show to grab popcorn, nachos, hot dogs, hamburgers, candy, and soft drinks.<\/p>\n Some people think that going to the movies for a first date or early in your relationship may not be a good option because you can’t talk and get to know one another. But a drive-in movie is actually a great option that allows you to still talk to your date while the movie is on without bothering other moviegoers. For couples who have been together for a while and have been to many a movie together, a show at Newark Moonlight Cinema can add a drop of novelty to your date night.<\/p>\n The New Jersey Performing Arts Center<\/a> is one of the city’s premier destinations for live entertainment, and it’s a wonderful place to have a romantic evening. Get tickets for a comedy show, a cover band, a touring musical act, the symphony, the ballet, and more. Some acts that have come through here include comedians Tom Papa and Chris Redd, R&B acts like George Clinton and Earth, Wind & Fire, the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, and rock acts like Alice Cooper. Plus, it’s the home of the New Jersey Symphony.<\/p>\n Pair your show with a dinner at an amazing restaurant or at a local bar or lounge for drinks.<\/p>\n One such restaurant you can visit before or after a show at the NJPAC is Nico Kitchen & Bar<\/a>, which shares a roof with the venue. This bistro features American and Italian fare that makes it one of the best restaurants in the state.<\/p>\n Many of the menu items change each season to keep patrons coming back for new amazing eats and to feature recipes using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Some of the best options on the menu include the chef’s selection cheese board as a sharable starter, the shrimp and grits entree, and the house burger. Save room for New York cheesecake for dessert.<\/p>\n If you’re going to see a show at the NJPAC, you can order from the fixed-price menu that allows you to get a three-course dinner for a pretty good deal. Consider coming to this spot early for happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and enjoy beer, wine, or specialty cocktails at a great price.<\/p>\n Branch Brook Park<\/a> is a gorgeous park all year round, making it a great date destination no matter the season. In the winter, the park has lights and festive decorations, providing a nice place to take a holiday photo or get in the Christmas spirit. In the spring, catch the cherry blossoms blooming and pay a visit to the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival. During summer, you can enjoy the warm sun. And in the fall, the trees change colors, creating a spectacular autumn setting.<\/p>\n Throughout the park, there are many locations where you can set up a romantic picnic, complete with a blanket, a basket of snacks and drinks, and a little music to set the mood. You can also attend a concert in the park, held during the late spring and summer. Bring a blanket or chairs, get food from local vendors, and enjoy an orchestral production. Or, take a guided tour of the park and surrounding area through the Historic Cell Phone Tour to learn about the people and events that made this area into what it is today.<\/p>\nNewark Moonlight Cinema<\/h2>\n
New Jersey Performing Arts Center<\/h2>\n
Nico Kitchen & Bar<\/h2>\n
Branch Brook Park<\/h2>\n
Newark Museum of Art<\/h2>\n