There is an art to planning the perfect date night in the city, especially when you're still trying to impress someone in the early stages. You don't want rowdy spots filled with drunk party kids or, on the flip side, anything too stuffy and boring. Suggesting the local watering hole near your apartment is too suggestive, and, frankly, too lazy. So what's a would-be lovebird to do? For starters, you can peruse our picks of stylish spots that set the mood with sexy ambiance and rave-worthy cocktails. Trust, you'll lock in the next date over the first round at these haunts.

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