Heather Rafanello 
There’s no one more deserving of a night out than a parent-to-be. This is a special time to enjoy some intimate moments as a couple before your growing bundle of joy arrives. Date nights can be an opportunity for a cozy dinner, a relaxing spa night, or a fun activity, and we’ve rounded up the best date night spots for the parent-to-be. Read on for our picks for spots to unwind, indulge, and make beautiful memories — bump and all.
Pregnancy can be such a beautiful experience, one that comes with trials and tribulations, joys and pains so treating the parent-to-be to a special date night can be just the thing to show her how much she is appreciated. Whether they are in the mood for a wild night out, an intimate creative experience, or a delicious meal to satisfy her cravings, this list is sure to help them experience the special night that they deserve.
Hoboken
Comedy Shows | Various Locations
Research shows that laughter during pregnancy can have many benefits from improving mood, to creating a positive environment for the baby, and more. There are a plethora of spots in Hoboken and Jersey City to see a comedy show.
Dear Maud | 205 First Street
Dear Maud is a classic date night spot in Hoboken, allowing for an elevated, and chic date night experience. The menu is rooted in the owner’s Irish heritage, allowing mama to curb her international cravings without having to leave the Mile Square.
Menu rec: try the crispy fried rice.
Read More: 20 Hoboken + Jersey City Spots to Make Core Memories with Mom
Martha’s | 25 12th Street
Martha’s in Hoboken is a New American restaurant serving comfort food and cocktails in a romantic atmosphere. It has a selection of NA drinks including a signature mocktiail, Flores Para Siempre, an NA sparkling Rose, and two NA beers. The vibe is intimate, yet casual offering a friendly atmosphere to experience a variety of reinterpreted classic dishes.
Hudson Table | 1403 Clinton Street
Hudson Table is the spot for an interactive culinary-inspired date night, providing public and private hands-on cooking classes. The hands-on cooking classes create a space to learn new culinary techniques, cover kitchen safety, and put together a delicious meal. After all that hard work, participants have the chance to enjoy the meal together around a communal table.
Jersey City
Battello | 502 Washington Boulevard
This spot sets the mood with its iconic views of the city, romantic ambiance, and delectable menu. The beautiful industrial-chic vibe is an elevated date night spot to make extra special memories. Perhaps the best part are the seasonal mocktails, so mama can enjoy a festive drink without the booze.
Betty’s Ceramics | 224 9th Street
This creative date night is a nice idea for the artsy or nesting mama. Betty’s Ceramics is a cute date night to create something special for the baby to enjoy for years to come. Students can create a beautiful piece using the wheel or by hand building, and Betty’s has one-time classes, workshops, and memberships (the studio has kids classes too so couples can even return as a family after their baby is born!)
Cellar 335 | 335 Newark Avenue
Cellar 335 is a great way to treat the future mama to a stay-cation-style meal. This funky tiki-style bar and restaurant serves global dishes and tropical drinks making diners forget that they’re in NJ. Almost any cocktail can be served mocktail style, allowing future moms to enjoy a vacation-style drink without having to jet off to a tropical destination.
Low Fidelity | 328 Palisade Avenue
Low Fidelity is a laid-back spot in the Heights serving light bites, and Detroit-style pizza. There is a spacious back patio to dine under bistro lights. Low Fidelity has a fully original cocktail menu, including a few N/A beers and several mocktail choices.
Jane Doe | 333 Newark Avenue
Jane Doe’s menu is Italian and Japanese inspired, allowing for a wide range of mom’s cravings to be satisfied. Its vinyl music selection combined with the modern yet intimate decor creates an elevated date night experience for memories to be made. There are two signature mocktails, along with a selection of NA beers.
Note: Jane Doe a 21+ restaurant allowing for an elevated adult-only experience.
ReWax + UnWine | 2 Division Street
These workshops are more than just a candle-making class — this experience provides the chance to get creative, and let loose. During the first half of these classes, the specialized candle-making team guides participants through the process of making a candle as unique as each creator. While the candle cools, there are karaoke challenges, Candle Trivia, or candle-makers can simply chill out to the shop’s curated playlists.
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