From the archives: March 08, 2009
Want to impress your date without looking like a cheapskate? Citysearch senior editor Mar Yvette went on ABC7 to share some of the top budget date spots around Los Angeles and beyond.
On this page: Less Funds, More Fun, Inland Empire, Orange County, Ventura County.
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Runyon Canyon Park
Read Reviews2001 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)
Work up a sweat with your sweetie at this scenic 134-acre park where the panoramic Hollywood vistas are rivaled only by the continual stream of frolicking pooches and hiking celebrities.
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Cafe Fabien
Read Reviews214 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (map)
This quaint and casual cafe brings a little taste of Paris to L.A. Perfect for an afternoon lunch date, the menu has everything from strawberry spinach salad to stuffed chicken. Better still, nothing is over $20 on the menu. Plus, couples can take a long walk to window-shop and celeb-spot on the crazier side of Robertson.
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Pizza Cookery
Read Reviews6209 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (map)
Considered to have some of the tastiest pizza in the Valley, this fun family-friendly restaurant is perfect for couples who prefer to keep it casual (and affordable) while digging into made-to-order pies, pastas and salads. Most dishes are well under $20.
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J. Paul Getty Villa
Read Reviews17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (map)
It won't cost you a thing to spend the day strolling through this museum's beautiful gardens and admiring the art and sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome. The onsite restaurant offers delicious food at great prices and the priceless views overlooking the ocean are even better.
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Laugh Factory Hollywood
Read Reviews8001 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90046 (map)
Break the ice without breaking the bank at this world-famous comedy club that offers laugh-out-loud shows for $20 per person (plus a couple of drinks). Think of it this way: If laughter is the best medicine, then this a worthwhile investment.
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Bond Street Beverly Hills
Read Reviews9360 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hils, CA 90212 (map)
Who knew wallet-friendly fare and fun was possible in the heart of Beverly Hills? This sexy and dimly lit lounge tucked inside the Thompson Hotel is where to go to get a little closer--all while enjoying tasty small plates and cocktails (under $20) from new executive chef Brian Redzikowski.
Inland Empire
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Joseph Filippi Winery & Vineyards
Read Reviews12467 Base Line Rd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (map)
Who says wine is an expensive passion? Impress your date at Rancho Cucamonga's premier winery and vineyard. For just $5, you can taste 5 wines from this award-winning winery. (That is, as long as you're at least 21 years old.)
Orange County
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Kimera Restaurant
Read Reviews19530 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612 (map)
Beat the Monday blues at this eye-catching globally-tinged restaurant: Kimera's Monday Night Special offers 50% off all food (like swordfish puttanesca, boneless pork chops, pasta dishes and more) in the dining room.