I’ll try to add to the great suggestions.

Twenty: intimate lighting, various kinds of music with a lot of 90s hip hop, always pretty busy if not full, pricing is mid range and the food is incredible. My wife and I go here very often on date nights.

Ludology: laid back setting with tons of board games, amazing cocktails and the menu is excellent. They take pride in their drinks and food which absolutely shows. Get the sweet potato fries!

Taco Embassy: laid back atmosphere, authentic Mexican, generous portions.

District: The tapas are phenomenal with great cocktails. Although you’re going for dinner the brunch is on of my favourites as well. Music is similar to twenty.

Although you mentioned a first date I’ll throw in incoho for a future date if it works out. Their dinners are on the pricier side but the quality is truly amazing. Farm to table menu with a phenomenal presentation and service.

Our usual date night starts at Twenty then we go to ludology/district to get a variety of downtown.

Enjoy your time!!