Top 5 Date Spots Near Coral Gate

1) Ride your bikes around Downtown Coral Gables 

130 Miracle Mile #200, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Planning a date means knowing what to do and where to go, which can be pretty overwhelming when you're trying to figure out everything at once.

Good thing, you can just ride your bikes to Downtown Coral Gables and make the whole outing feel lighter, easier, and more spontaneous — it's only 4 minutes away!

Anchored by Miracle Mile and stretching into the surrounding streets and plazas, Downtown Coral Gables offers a scenic route of Mediterranean-style façades, murals, fountains, palm-lined blocks, and shaded sidewalks, inviting you to coast, slow down, and stop whenever something catches your eye.

Built around Coral Gables' historic character and enduring street-level energy, the district blends classic architecture with modern day-to-night movement, so the ride never feels like you're circling the same few blocks.

Bike past landmarks, glide into pockets like Giralda Plaza for a mid-ride pause and people-watching moment, then roll back toward café-lined streets when you're ready for a drink or a bite — no rigid plan, just stress-free choices you make together as you go.

It's a date that allows room for conversation in motion and little "should we stop here?" moments that make for an exciting shared adventure.

2) Discover tiny plates that impress at Bulla Gastrobar — Coral Gables 

2500 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134

After spending the morning out and about, settling on a dining spot that lets you eat well without committing to one heavy plate makes the most sense — especially when the plan is to keep the day moving. 

So, don't think twice about where to go and reserve a seat at Bulla Gastrobar Coral Gables, just 4 minutes from Coral Gate.

Rooted in the Spanish tradition of tapas, lunch at Bulla becomes a shared decision-making experience, where you can read the menu side by side, pick a few small dishes to start, and figure out what to add once the table gets going. 

Here, the Patatas Bravas arrive crisp and saucy, Huevos Bulla break open right in front of you, and heartier options, such as chorizo or grilled octopus, give your spread enough weight without making you too full, as Bulla ensures everything's sized to encourage tasting, swapping, and reacting in real time.

Plus, if you're interested in daytime drinking, there's always a glass of sangria or light wine waiting for you.

We're sure that alone already seals the deal.

3) Search for hidden compartments, secret passageways, and clues to plot your great escape at The Great Escape Room Miami 

2315 S Le Jeune Rd #200, Miami, FL 33134

Spice up the night with an escape for two at The Great Escape Room Miami, just 6 minutes from Coral Gate.

No, we don't mean a beach getaway or a trip to the Bahamas (though that's not a bad idea).

At The Great Escape Room, you'll be dealing with hidden compartments, secret passageways, and clues the moment the door shuts behind you — phones away, timer on, and with no choice but to work together. 

Inside The Great Escape Room Miami, the entire date revolves around one goal: figure things out before time runs out.

Once the game begins, every surface becomes suspicious — you'll open drawers, check walls for hidden compartments, and inspect every decorative object you find, as clues start stacking up faster than expected. 

You test theories, second-guess each other, backtrack, and celebrate every tiny breakthrough when a lock clicks open.

By the way, each room is built around a storyline, so you're not just solving puzzles at random — you're unraveling a mystery as a team. 

One of you might notice patterns while the other connects details, and before you know it, you're moving in sync, calling things out, splitting tasks, and problem-solving under pressure.

What makes this a strong date move is how naturally it strips away awkwardness. 

There's no small talk to carry, no pauses to fill — just focused teamwork, quick decisions, and the adrenaline of racing against the clock.

4) Craft a scented keepsake for a day well-spent at Candle Land Miami — Coral Gables 

154 Giralda Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Photos are great for social media updates, but nothing beats taking home an old-fashioned souvenir of a date well-spent, especially if it's something you can light up, sniff, and DIY together.

And we know just where to go!

At Candle Land Miami Coral Gables, you can create a custom candle by choosing a vessel, narrowing down a scent from their extensive fragrance lineup, and measuring, mixing, and pouring your candle with guidance from the instructors.

Once the candle is ready, you'll walk out with a finished piece that smells exactly like the choices you made that day and how your plans turned out perfectly — with the best person by your side.

It's a creative, hands-on date idea that sends you home with more than just snapshots.

5) Take your "motek" out for a romantic Mediterranean spread at Motek Coral Gables 

45 Miracle Mile, Miami, FL 33134

"Motek" means "sweetheart" in Hebrew, and it's a fitting name for a restaurant defined by sharing plates, aesthetically pleasing social spaces, and choosing dishes for the person sitting across the table.

A highly praised dining spot that brings the bold, comforting flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean to Coral Gables, just 4 minutes from Coral Gates, Motek's approach to cooking blends traditional influences with a modern sensibility, resulting in dishes that taste curated without feeling complicated, with freshness remaining a constant throughout the menu, complemented by a lineup that includes plenty of thoughtfully crafted vegan options.

Here, the scope of the menu stretches across multiple regions, pulling inspiration from Lebanese, Moroccan, Turkish, and Yemeni cuisines, so expect plates like creamy hummus finished with spiced mushrooms, fluffy pita served warm, slow-braised meats, vibrant salads, and house specialties such as shawarma platters and grilled kebabs layered with aromatic spices.

No matter your eating style or preferences, Motek makes it easy to find something that fits your lifestyle — from hearty mains to lighter vegetable-forward dishes.

In fact, every item is clearly marked as Vegan, Spicy, or Gluten-Free, taking the guesswork out of ordering and letting you focus on enjoying the experience with your plus-one.