The key to a good first date plan is usually a safe place (coffee shop, bar, frequented park, etc), easy out (no obligation to stay like for dinner or to the end of an activity), and something fun.

One that was a go to in summer was b'more licks and walk around Patterson park in the summer, sandlot bar (oitdoors) in good weather, or a cute coffeeshop downtown in fells like pitango

A little but the Baltimore aquarium is amazing.

It's funny, I have been in a relationship for the past two and a half years, and just the other day she and I were talking, she said our first date did feel a lot like an interview.

Like I said, to each their own, and what works for me may not work for you.

One thing I will say for sure though, is that alcohol really helps. I'm not saying get drunk, but having a drink or two does help you open up and be conversational on a date

How else you think they're getting from the Aquarium to Fells?

The aquarium is a little isolated from date-type spots. Fells for example is like a mile away.

Something like the Walters Art Gallery has a bunch of vibe-y spots a short walk away. Ceremony or Dooby's for coffee. Sugarvale or Topside for drinks. Allora or Dooby's for lunch. Helmand or Brewer's Art for dinner. And you could peek your head into the Peabody Library or climb up the monument while you're there.

Nooooo!

They are not on my list, I will look them up now, thank you

My favorite bar in the city.

I went in July the octopus is dead :( I was told it died because people kept taking pictures with flash on

One of my favorites in the city.

It’s a little basic but also the aquarium is expensive af and I’d be thrilled if someone took me there. Just pick a less basic restaurant to impress her. Check out Peters Inn, or Little Donnas. Or kind of basic but still impressive would be Thames St Oyster or Duck Duck Goose.

Never forget AVAM!

You'll likely learn a lot about the person by taking them there.

Question: What specifically do you mean by "Baltimore native?" I feel like this could sort of be all over the place, was she born and raised in the city, move here after college, or what?

So the aquarium is awesome. As such it is probably the single most popular (non food non sports) attraction in the city. If she dates a lot there's a decent chance she's already been on a date to the aquarium. It could definitely be an eye-rolly suggestion. But then on the other hand there are probably girls who have lived in Baltimore their whole lives and never gone, possibly due to economic reasons, and they might really want to go.

With this, honestly, I'd just ask. It's not like you're both on the same footing and you're being wack not picking something, you're entering her area of expertise. Why not just say, "I'm not familiar with the city, I'm more than happy to pick a place but am worried it might seem like a lame touristy choice. Do you know any where cool to grab a drink or coffee?"

Have you contacted Itineris? They work exclusively with autistic adults.

I wouldn’t go too hard on a first date. Y’all need to just get dinner or drinks somewhere nice so you can talk about each other rather than the date. Then you can see if they’d like to go to the aquarium.

I recommend going to Topside for cocktails. Nice environment with good drinks and a great view!

Yeah I've been with my kid a bunch and each time there's a little notice about renovating the exhibit or something

They did just finish their renovations of the jungle

Neither are really that great. Little Havanas food is not great but has a view (it is winter though). Outpost is very overpriced for okay food - cute European pub vibe to it though

Damn so like an interview lol I thought something fun or scenic would be a good first try but maybe not

Take her on a scooter ride.

To each their own, but an Aquarium (or zoo, or museum, art gallery etc) is better for a 3rd date in my opinion.

I learned long ago that the best first date is drinks at a not-too-loud bar (or coffee if they don't drink) where you can easily break the ice and get to know each other.

Bars are usually near restaurants, so if drinks go well, you can suggest grabbing dinner after the drinks.

Take her downy bowling alley.

> sheppard pratt

I actually spoke with them this morning. Ironically enough they were the last place I talked to before making this post.

MariLuna in Pikesville.

If you can find it! Haven’t seen it the last several times I’ve been…alas…