Summer is upon us, and here are some date ideas for couples looking for some fun in LA.
From summer coastal bites to spa vibes to sports fun and cinematic escapes, these are our recommendations for couples seeking to discover a new romantic spot in Southern California. Whether you’re just starting out or parents wanting alone time check out these spots!
Summer sounds and spa vibes
Casa Madera – This West Hollywood dining destination evokes the Riviera Maya in an immersive feast for the senses. With coastal Mexican cuisine and refreshing cocktails, Casa Madera curates a boho vibe for a romantic meal. Weekends offer up brunch too.
WiSpa – The mid-city Korean spa institution is perfect for couples wanting some self-care time. You can book massages, facials, and more pampering procedures during the service operating hours during the day. What’s so great about WiSpa is that it’s open 24 hours, and starting at around 40 bucks to enter, the general entry fee gives you access to the men’s or women’s level spa tubs that vary from hot to cold plunges with a selection of saunas in the separated locker rooms if you need just 20 minutes alone before meeting up with your significant other on the coed floor. There you can both enjoy the hot mineral saunas, but there’s also a cold lounge area if you run hot (I do!). The shared space also features dining and access to the roof for lounging about.
Tiki Bars – Tropical drinks abound all over the city with fun kitsch and charm. Over in Venice Beach there’s drinking, dining, and dancing at Belle’s Beach House. In WeHo we love The Lucky Tiki, a small hidden speakeasy above Tail o’ the Pup, the city’s iconic hot dog shack. Inside you can order from both Lucky Tiki’s menu and hot dogs. Burbank has The Broken Compass, which is a spacious foodie destination for groups and has an expansive Tiki Drink menu. In the South Bay Tiki Kai just opened up in Hermosa Beach, on the coast, for full tropical immersion, and we can’t wait to check it out.
Sports Central:
Sofi Stadium – This Summer Sofi Stadium in the South Bay is gearing up to host the FIFA World Cup 2026. To view the match schedule for a sporty date idea, visit here.
Dodgers Stadium – Baseball season is also kicking into gear and LA’s iconic Dodgers currently are leading the pack in the NL West division. The LA home team will host key division rivals like the Padres, Rockies, and Diamondbacks during their major 10-game homestand leading into the All-Star break this summer.
33 Taps – For more laid-back game viewing from the comfort of a sports bar, we recommend 33 Taps. The West Hollywood location just opened up as a new hub to root for your teams at over their rotating selection of cold beers, cocktails, and meals from their scratch kitchen. It’s a dog-friendly spot too and features a menu of puppy bowls for your pawsome friend.
Top Golf – The LA location of Top Golf is just down the road from SofFi in El Segundo for some putting action. The 10-hole golf course is laid out over three levels for gaming and a sports bar vibe. Each hitting lane includes its own HDTV for other sports spectating if you so choose.
Cinematic Escapes
Cosm – In the heart of the SoFi sporting complex is the latest in cutting-edge moviegoing experiences. At Cosm, you can watch sporting events and fan-favorite films in an immersive dome setting. Recently my husband and I did a date night at The Matrix in shared reality which was a blast. The venue typically curates a menu at an additional charge themed to the film you’re watching, and it was so cool to get steak during the dinner scene and a cookie when the Oracle hands Neo one. Currently they’re celebrating 20 years of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in shared reality with Hogwarts-inspired food and house drinks.
Street Food Cinema – The Street Food Cinema is celebrating 15 years of outdoor movie screenings throughout LA. Things kick off for its 2026 season with Pirates of the Caribbean at the Autry on May 23 in collaboration with D23. For the full schedule of movies, visit here.
Academy Museum – Museum Row in Mid-City features an Oscar Worthy display of cinematic artifacts and history at the Academy Museum. Currently there’s a Jaws exhibit on display and a Ponyo celebration for Ghibli fans. The museum also screens old hollywood and modern classics. For more info visit here.
Revival Theaters – Los Angeles is a hub for revival movie theaters that play cult faves from and nostalgic celluloid classics. Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has two single screen houses in town: The New Beverly and The Vista in the Hollywood area, which pride themselves in playing movies on film with monthly curations. There’s also Vidiots in Northeast LA and the Gardena Cinema in the South Bay that highlight the most beloved stories filmmakers have brought to pop culture.
Immersive foodie and sommelier adventures
The Obscure Distillery – This DTLA immersive drinking enclave invites guests on a dark and fantastical journey of taste. The candlelit experience evokes gothic mystery and magic mixology with six stories told through six drinks over the course of two hours. To book go here.
Barnsdall Fridays Wine Nights – From May 29 through September 11, 2026 date nights on Olive Hill and the West Lawn of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House take an open market approach to summer mingling. Silverlake Wine hosts a selection of rotating wines with some of the cities most popular food trucks for bites. DJ’s set the sunset vibes while you take in scenic views of the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Park Observatory. For more info visit here.
V Wine Room – This West Hollywood gem offers 30 wines to taste on rotation with delectable bites and chocolate pairings to enhance the flavor journey you’ll embark on. The classy institution was once Charlie Chaplin’s studio and is steeped in history, for more info visit here.
The Hollywood Bowl – There’s nothing like packing a picnic basket of charcuterie bites and picking a bottle of wine at spots like Trader Joe’s, Erewhon, or Joan’s on Third for a night out at Hollywood’s heart of music, live performances, and movies with live orchestras. Check out this summer season’s schedule here.
