As nicer weather slowly begins to introduce itself during the spring season we are more than ready to enjoy the outdoors again. What better way to do that than with a great date by your side? Whether it’s a seasoned significant other, new beau or a Tinder match, finding the perfect date spot is easy in Bloomington-Normal.
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Green Gables
Green Gables is a kitschy bar/restaurant located right outside of Bloomington in Hudson, Illinois. It offers delicious burgers as well as fun scenery. Following your meal, you can take a romantic stroll around beautiful Lake Bloomington.
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Starved Rock
Take a romantic hike around scenic Starved Rock. This type of date allows for plenty of time for conversation, as well as a little bit of exercise. Located about an hour north of Illinois State, Starved Rock is the perfect date spot for springtime.
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Rent bikes
Now that spring has (kind of) sprung, bikes are available for rent outside of the Student Fitness Center. Grab some bikes and head out on Constitution Trail for a relaxing afternoon.
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Normal Coffee Crawl
If you and your date are coffee addicts, why not do a taste test of all the best caffeine Normal has to offer? A few fan-favorite spots are The Coffee House, Coffee Hound, and Fusion Brew.
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Dinner at the best spots in Blo-No
If you are celebrating a special event, then dinner at the likes of Medici or Destihl is in order. Both of the restaurants are favorites among ISU students and the menus offer something for everyone.
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Emack & Bolio’s
What is nice without weather without a little ice cream from Emack & Bolios? This perfect date spot is located right in the heart of Uptown Normal. The cute gourmet ice cream shop offers a variety of treats and pays homage to some of the best music in history.