#16:00 pm

waterfront park & tugboat beach

downtown · walk

Start at the Tugboat Beach end and walk the path north toward the marina — the maintained path is easy and the water stays in view the whole time. Watch for deer near the tree line closer to dusk; they show up more than people expect. Keep the walk to about 40 minutes so you're at Skinny Duke's while the bar is still settling into the evening crowd rather than deep into it.

# Waterfront Park & Tugboat Beach Date Guide **Best for:** Casual, active dates or people-watching vibes rather than intimate dinners (there's no restaurant seating here—just a food vendor). **Atmosphere & timing:** It's a scenic waterfront walk with maintained paths, wildlife spotting (deer, ducks, geese), and genuinely good people-watching, especially on sunny days when the beach gets lively. Go on a weekday or early morning to avoid crowds and seagull chaos; summer is peak season but also peak seagull-theft season, so keep snacks locked down. Winter's actually beautiful if you don't mind snow—fewer people, same ducks and deer. **The catch:** The beach has big slippery rocks that are genuinely tricky to navigate if you're not steady on your feet, and geese/seagulls are *aggressive* about stealing food, so pack accordingly. Parking can get tight on hot weekends, and you'll want to secure any valuables while you're in the water.

45 minfree5 min to next

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#26:50 pm

skinny duke's

downtown · cocktail bar

Order the Negroni on tap — it's the thing to get here and it's dialed in. If either of you is stuck, ask for the bartender's choice and tell them one spirit you like; they'll handle the rest. Sit at the bar if there are two seats open — it keeps the night feeling active rather than settled, and you're closer to the action when you want a second round.

Negroni on tap. Order the bartender's choice if you can't decide.

60 min$25 pp20 min to next

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#38:10 pm

moo-lix

pandosy · ice cream

Ask what the most unusual flavor is tonight and order that one — the Whiskey Almond and the Falooda are both worth trying if they're on. Get a homemade cone rather than a cup; it's a small thing but it makes the whole stop feel more deliberate. Split one scoop two ways if you want to try more flavors, then walk back toward the car slowly — this is the part of the night where you don't need to be anywhere.

# Moo-Lix Date Spot Guide Moo-Lix is a casual, welcoming ice cream shop perfect for a laid-back date—the owner's genuinely friendly vibe (they'll even treat your dog to free vanilla) makes it feel like a local favorite rather than a tourist trap. Go anytime for a relaxed, low-pressure hangout; the real draw is their unique handmade flavors you won't find elsewhere (think Whiskey Almond, Falooda, and Indian-inspired options), plus you can split your scoop into two flavors if you're indecisive. Skip the waffle cone unless you're ready to commit—their homemade cones are so good they're worth the extra few minutes, and the portions are genuinely generous. No warnings about crowds or parking issues mentioned, so this is solid for a casual Tuesday or a sweet post-dinner treat after eating elsewhere in town.

20 min$7 pp

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waterfront park & tugboat beach

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