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VOTING CLOSED: What is the best first date spot in Atlanta?

Feb 13, 2017

This week’s Best of Atlanta poll is in search of the perfect first date spot. We've all been there before −the epic first date. The pressure is on. A lot is riding on the deciding just where to make that first impression.

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It needs to represent what you enjoy most, and even reflect a little about who you are. Is it an intimate dinner? A stroll in the park with a skyline view?

Perhaps you want to take your date to one of the highest peaks to express your desire for adventure in life and in love.

Now's your chance to share your courting secrets so others may benefit. While you're at it, you should peruse this list of what some are calling Atanta's most romantic restaurant, or maybe escape Atlanta altogether to enjoy these romantic overnight getaways for couples.

There are so many ways to enjoy the city aside from the standard dinner and a movie, but which is best?

Don’t see your favorite first date spot below? Nominate it in the comments below.

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