Whether you're planning a romantic Valentine’s Day outing or just looking for a fun date night, Norman has plenty of ways to spend quality time together. From hands-on activities to intimate dinners and unique entertainment, here are some of the best ways to enjoy a night out.
Classic & Cozy Dinner Date
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Benvenuti’s Ristorante – A longtime favorite for candlelit tables, rich pastas, and a top-tier wine selection.
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The Winston – A stylish spot known for elevated comfort food and handcrafted cocktails.
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Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails – A downtown favorite with bold flavors, inventive dishes, and a warm, intimate vibe.
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Legend’s – A Norman institution known for its upscale dishes and legendary house-made desserts.
💡 Date idea: Make it a dine-around adventure – start with appetizers in one spot, move on to the main course somewhere new, and finish with a decadent dessert.
Sweet Treats & Coffee Shop Cuddles
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The Baked Bear – A spot to craft your own ice cream sandwich with fresh-baked cookies, brownies, and endless combinations.
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Beanstalk Coffee & Sno – A charming spot serving specialty coffee and handcrafted shaved ice.
💡 Date idea: Sip coffee while you chat, then take a scenic drive or a stroll through a nearby park before ending the night with a sweet treat.
Something Playful & Hands-On
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HeyDay Entertainment – A competitive date night with bowling, arcade games, and laser tag.
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Sooner Bowl – A retro bowling alley with a laid-back vibe and classic charm.
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Chaos Factory – A high-energy spot where you can smash, splatter, and let off steam in a rage or splatter room.
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Firehouse Art Center – A creative hub offering hands-on classes in pottery, printmaking, or glass fusion.
💡 Date idea: A little competition, a little creativity – battle it out in a game, make a mess in a splatter room, or craft something unique to take home. No matter what, it’s a night full of fun.
Music, Movies & Live Entertainment
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The Deli – A laid-back spot to enjoy live local bands in an intimate setting.
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Hollywood Corners – A lively atmosphere with great food, drinks, and live performances.
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The Standard – A stylish indoor-outdoor venue with live music and craft cocktails.
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Sooner Theatre – A historic downtown theater showcasing live plays, musicals, and special performances.
💡 Date idea: A night of live entertainment – whether it’s music, theater, or a lively outdoor show – soak up the atmosphere and wrap up the night with a drink or dessert.
No matter your style – classic romance, playful competition, or hands-on creativity – Norman has the perfect date night experience for you. Pick your favorite, mix and match, or try something completely new for a night you won’t forget!
Benvenuti's Ristorante
- 105 W. Main
- (405) 310-5271
Benvenuti's features cuisine that strives to awaken the senses by utilizing seasonal ingredients…
The Winston
- 106 W. Main St.
- (405) 561-7616
Located in Downtown Norman, The Winston features classic meals with a modern flair and boasts a…
Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails
- 132 W. Main
- (405) 801-2900
The staff at Scratch is know to spend their free time honing their knife skills, studying spices…
Legend's Restaurant
- 1313 W. Lindsey
- (405) 329-8888
Legend's serves up traditional American cuisine. It is an intimate, casual up-scale family-owned…
The Baked Bear
- 731 Asp Ave.
- (405) 301-3773
The Baked Bear has over a dozen original-recipe cookies and ice cream flavors, giving guests a…
Beanstalk Coffee and Sno
WESTSIDE: With a 16-foot beanstalk in the lobby, the Beanstalk Coffee and Sno serves coffee and snow…
HeyDay Entertainment Norman
- 3201 Market Place
- (405) 310-3500
Voted as the Top Entertainment Center in North America by the International Association of Amusement…
Sooner Bowling Center
- 550 24th Ave. N.W.
- (405) 360-3634
Sooner Bowling Center is a warm, family-friendly, multi-purpose establishment. We offer 24 lanes…
Chaos Factory
- 1485 E Alameda Street
EXPERIENCE THE BEST STRESS RELIEF WITH OUR RAGE ROOMS IN NORMAN, OK! Enjoy smash therapy with a rage…
Firehouse Art Center
- 444 S. Flood Ave.
- (405) 329-4523
Gift galleries with unusual items including paintings, glass items, furniture, blown glass, pottery…
The Deli
- 309 White Street
- (405) 329-3534
One of the oldest bars in Historic Campus Corner and Norman’s only 7 day a week live music…
Hollywood Corners
- 4712 N. Porter Ave.
- (405) 701-4990
Serving sandwiches, tacos, pizza, cinnamon rolls and so much more in a renovated filling station…
The Standard
- 315 E. Gray St.
The Standard, located in Downtown Norman in a historic Coca-Cola bottling distribution plant, serves…
Sooner Theatre
- 101 E. Main Street
- (405) 321-9600
In the heart of downtown Norman sits the Grande Dame of the city, the historic Sooner Theatre. The…