Johnny Rad's Pizzeria Tavern
Kenneth K. Lam, Baltimore Sun

Johnny's has an easy-going vibe that works well for first dates. It's not very expensive, and there are good vegetarian options. Plus, like one expert said, if you get bored talking to each other, you can leave your table and head over to the alley roller. 2108 Eastern Ave., Upper Fells Point, 443-759-6464, johnnyrads.com

Johnny's has an easy-going vibe that works well for first dates. It's not very expensive, and there are good vegetarian options. Plus, like one expert said, if you get bored talking to each other, you can leave your table and head over to the alley roller. 2108 Eastern Ave., Upper Fells Point, 443-759-6464, johnnyrads.com

(Kenneth K. Lam, Baltimore Sun)
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Lobo
Colby Ware, for The Baltimore Sun

This Fells Point hangout is the kind of place you go to before dinner on the town, stay for casual bites or stop by on your way home from somewhere else. That makes it an appealing destination for a first date in today's tentative times. Lobo is easy to commit to. 1900 Aliceanna St., Fells Point, 410-327-0303, facebook.com/LoboFellsPoint

This Fells Point hangout is the kind of place you go to before dinner on the town, stay for casual bites or stop by on your way home from somewhere else. That makes it an appealing destination for a first date in today's tentative times. Lobo is easy to commit to. 1900 Aliceanna St., Fells Point, 410-327-0303, facebook.com/LoboFellsPoint

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Maggie's Farm
Karl Merton Ferron, Baltimore Sun

Back when this was Chameleon Cafe, and even in the early days of its transition into Maggie's Farm, this was more of a second-date place. The atmosphere was just a little too formal and quiet. But the addition of a full-service bar and extended hours make this Lauraville restaurant a suitable spot for couples on a first date. 4341 Harford Road, Lauraville, 410-254-2376, maggiesfarmmd.com

Back when this was Chameleon Cafe, and even in the early days of its transition into Maggie's Farm, this was more of a second-date place. The atmosphere was just a little too formal and quiet. But the addition of a full-service bar and extended hours make this Lauraville restaurant a suitable spot for couples on a first date. 4341 Harford Road, Lauraville, 410-254-2376, maggiesfarmmd.com

(Karl Merton Ferron, Baltimore Sun)
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Nacho Mama's
Karl Merton Ferron / Baltimore Sun

The comfortable, quirky atmosphere at Nacho Mama's is sure to put any of those first-date jitters to rest. The Canton mainstay's hubcap margaritas might have the same effect, though we suggest you save those for a later date.

2907 O'Donnell St., 410-675-0898, mamasmd.com.

The comfortable, quirky atmosphere at Nacho Mama's is sure to put any of those first-date jitters to rest. The Canton mainstay's hubcap margaritas might have the same effect, though we suggest you save those for a later date.

2907 O'Donnell St., 410-675-0898, mamasmd.com.

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SoBo Cafe
Barbara Haddock Taylor, Baltimore Sun

It's not easy to find some peace and quiet in Federal Hill, which is why SoBo Cafe is a popular choice for South-siders who want a little bit of intimacy on the first date. Check out the Monday night pasta special -- homemade pasta, side salad and a glass of house wine or draft beer for $20. (We're a big proponent of the Monday night date.) 6 W. Cross St., 410-752-1518, sobocafe.net

It's not easy to find some peace and quiet in Federal Hill, which is why SoBo Cafe is a popular choice for South-siders who want a little bit of intimacy on the first date. Check out the Monday night pasta special -- homemade pasta, side salad and a glass of house wine or draft beer for $20. (We're a big proponent of the Monday night date.) 6 W. Cross St., 410-752-1518, sobocafe.net

(Barbara Haddock Taylor, Baltimore Sun)
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