Five Foolproof First-Date Stops

By Micah Smith

There's an art to the first date—an awkward, nerve-wracking, constantly on-your-toes art. Thankfully, this year's Best of Jackson Best Place for a First Date finalists are perfect choices for a romantic evening, whatever that means to you. Just remember, go easy on the talk about exes.

Saltine Oyster Bar

#622 Duling Ave., Suite 201, 601-982-2899, saltinerestaurant.com

#In its first year of business, Saltine Oyster Bar blew into town and beat plenty of established contenders for both the Best New Bar and Best Seafood awards. With its imaginative menu and much-praised craft-beer infuser, Saltine screams "table for two." Even if your date isn't as keen on deep-sea delicacies, Saltine can cook up non-seafood options, such as spaghetti and meatballs and the Saltine Burger. But, of course, the restaurant offers a wide selection of oysters, some of which have come from as near as the Gulf Coast or as far away as New Zealand. You can even sit on the oyster-bar side and watch as chefs shuck the bivalves. Romantic, no?

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