Druid's Keep
Board games, cheap drinks, and zero pretension — exactly what a first date should be
What DatingDex says
Druid's Keep is a bar built around tabletop games, which means the awkward silences solve themselves. NoLibs regulars keep it unpretentious and the drink prices won't make anyone flinch when the check comes.
Druid's Keep is one of the top low pressure first date spots in Northern Liberties. At a budget price point, it fits well when you want a low pressure first date feel without guesswork.
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