Combos

By Abigail and Harrison Power

If there’s one thing that we’ve mastered in the last 5 years in Modesto as newlyweds, it’s creating the perfect, local date night! From movies to restaurants to theatres to ice cream counters, there are dozens of amazing things to do on a date night with your sweetheart. Here are 5 of our “go-to” date nights that are sure to be a blast this Valentine’s season and all year long:

Mr. Power picks the treats: the French 75 Cocktail and Burrata Appetizer. Mrs. Power picks the movie: 10,000% it must be When Harry Met Sally February 14th.

Fuzio Universal Bistro and Brenden Theatres

The perfect combo. Literally across the street and located in Downtown Modesto!

Mr. Power picks the treats: the Signature Fuziotini Cocktail and the Bavarian Style Pretzel with Beer Cheese. Mrs. Power picks the movie: Your Place or Mine Opening February 10th.

McHenry Bowl and Velvet Creamery

For the young or simply the young at heart, we love a classic date à la 1950s. McHenry Bowl and Velvet Creamery are essentials for a cruise down McHenry Ave. Mr. Power picks: evening bowling on Valentine’s Day for just $7 per game at McHenry Bowl. Mrs. Power picks: Emerald Isle (Mint Chip) Fudge Sundae and a Strawberry Milkshake with straws for two!

The Tap Room and Smart Axe

Whether you need to get out some extra frustration together or really like active competitive sports, the Smart Axe and Tap Room are perfect East Side spots for date night. Mrs. Power picks the treats: Buffalo Boneless Wings and a Jameson & Ginger Ale at The Tap Room. Mr. Power picks the activity: booking in advance to make sure you secure your 75 minute session at Smart Axe Modesto!

Camp 4 and Gallo Center

Wine and theatre – a tradition that goes back centuries! For a truly special and unique date, you can’t beat the classiest bookends of Downtown: Camp 4 and the Gallo Center. Mrs. Power picks: the Red Wine Flight (changes frequently – check out what’s on the menu now!) and the Whipped Feta Appetizer. Mr. Power picks the show: The Everly Brothers Experience on February 11th or Jay Leno on February 25th.

Whatever it is you choose to celebrate the love in your life this, make sure to celebrate responsibly, support your local friends and business owners, and make reservations ahead of time to make sure you have a smooth and enjoyable date together!

Xoxo The Power Couple

Tresetti’s and The State Theatre

Another dynamic duo in Downtown Modesto! Tresetti’s is a classic and one of the original restaurants downtown, just like our jewel of local history, the State Theatre.