Unique Date Ideas in Inver Grove Heights

By Stacy Brooks

Mix up date night with these creative date ideas in Inver Grove Heights!  Whether you want to learn something new, relax together, or get scared silly, this list features unique experiences for every couple.

Experiences for Date Night

At Perplebunny’s Axe House, an axe master will show you how to throw and then teach you how to play games.  Axe throwing slots are available by the hour on a reservation or walk-in basis.  Be sure to wear close-toed shoes, and keep in mind that you have to be 8 or older to throw.

Perple Bunny's Axe House Inver Grove Heights
Photo Credit: Perple Bunny’s Axe House

At Drkula’s 32 Bowl, check out an engaging new spin on a familiar activity with HyperBowling.  Drkula’s HyperBowling system combines the real world-environment with video game-style technology, as you rack up points by hitting colorful targets on the lanes with your ball.  After the game, grab a round of drinks and share some appetizers at Drac’s Pub.

Drkulas's 32 Bowl
Photo Credit: Drkulas’s 32 Bowl

Unwind with your special someone at Oyespa, a full service Aveda salon and spa.  Couples’ massages can be booked for 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes, with relaxing add-ons like hot stones and heated bamboo available.  Oyespa also offers color and polish-free manicures and pedicures.  

OYESPA Salon Spa
Photo Credit: OYESPA Salon Spa

 

Foodie Date Night Idea in Inver Grove Heights

Instead of choosing one place to eat, check out a few of Inver Grove Heights’ local restaurants with a progressive dinner.  Start your evening with locally-brewed craft beer and appetizers at Inver Grove Brewing, where the menu features elevated pub fare like duck wings, beer-steamed mussels, and oysters rockefeller.  If you like seafood, check out Mallards or Iwa Sushi for your main course; other tasty options include B-52 Burgers and Brew for gourmet burgers and Los Portales Bar and Grill for traditional Mexican cuisine.  Finish the night by sampling six different flavors with an ice cream flight of mini scoops at Hometown Sweets.

Mallards Restaurant Linguine Pesto Pasta
Photo Credit: Mallards Restaurant

 

Shopping Date Idea in Inver Grove Heights

Revisit your childhoods and discover your sweetheart’s nerdy side at Nerdin’ Out, a shop that specializes in all things nerdy.  Browse the selection of new and vintage comics, collectibles, and toys, and pick up a video game or board game to play together.

Nerdin Out Collectible Toys- date ideas in inver grove heights
Photo Credit: Nerdin Out

 

Book Your Getaway or Staycation 

Book a couple’s getaway to Inver Grove Heights!  Inver Grove Heights hotels offer excellent value and are conveniently located to downtown St. Paul, the Mall of America, Minneapolis, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.  Enjoy amenities including complimentary breakfast, free parking, and more.  Book your stay at these Inver Grove Heights hotels today!