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

  • Benvenuti’s Ristorante – A longtime favorite for candlelit tables, rich pastas, and a top-tier wine selection.

  • The Winston – A stylish spot known for elevated comfort food and handcrafted cocktails.

  • Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails – A downtown favorite with bold flavors, inventive dishes, and a warm, intimate vibe.

  • 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

  • The Baked Bear – A spot to craft your own ice cream sandwich with fresh-baked cookies, brownies, and endless combinations.

  • 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

  • HeyDay Entertainment – A competitive date night with bowling, arcade games, and laser tag.

  • Sooner Bowl – A retro bowling alley with a laid-back vibe and classic charm.

  • Chaos Factory – A high-energy spot where you can smash, splatter, and let off steam in a rage or splatter room.

  • 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

  • The Deli – A laid-back spot to enjoy live local bands in an intimate setting.

  • Hollywood Corners – A lively atmosphere with great food, drinks, and live performances.

  • The Standard – A stylish indoor-outdoor venue with live music and craft cocktails.

  • 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…

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…

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…