Where should I go on a first date in NewcastleGateshead?

Dating can be a daunting task. With multiple dating apps to swipe on and set-ups to navigate, the dating scene can be a nightmare, never mind planning the actual date. Lucky for you - NewcastleGateshead is not short of ideal places to have a first date, and we have compiled them into a handy list just for you!

Looking for somewhere special to impress on a first date? We reckon Mother Mercy is just the place. This gorgeous underground cocktail and wine bar has got that cosy, intimate vibe that'll have you both feeling relaxed in no time - perfect for those first date butterflies.

Now, here's where it gets really fun. If you can't decide what to order, you've got to try Twist of Fate. It's a brilliant tableside experience where you spin a wheel and let fate pick your cocktail for you. How fun is that? It's a proper ice-breaker and adds a bit of excitement to your evening.

What better way to break the ice than at NQ64 Arcade Bar. The bar combines nightlife vibes with retro games and quirky cocktails.  Challenge your date to a game of Guitar Hero, show off your pinball skills or even revel in nostalgia with a game of Pac Man. The neon splattered drinking den has an enviable game-themed cocktail and craft beer menu that can be enjoyed whilst challenging your date. NQ64’s retro arcades and pinball machines operate on tokens which can be bought from the bar, while their games consoles are all free to play.

Wren in Ouseburn is simply stunning and the perfect location for your first date. I's the kind of bar that's made for lingering, with warm service that makes you want to stay for 'just one more'. It's the perfect spot to get to know your date that little bit better. Tuck yourselves into one of their comfy booths, order a couple of their delicious cocktails, and let the conversation flow.

If you want to take your date out to one of Newcastle's most quirky bars, go no further than No28. No28 bar is an award-winning late-night institution and a real hidden gem. Sample the extensive cocktail menu as you get to know your date, and if things are going well, why not try some of their tapas. The gorgeous interiors and similarly gorgeous drinks are enough to impress anyone!

From a creepy dystopian playground to jungle themed madness, Junkyard Golf Club is certainly a place to make an impression on your first date. The crazy golf course consists of three 9-hole courses and serves wacky cocktails, any first date nerves will disappear in no time.

Ouseburn is the perfect spot to take a first date if you are wanting to show off one of the quaintest neighbourhoods in Newcastle. Walk from the Quayside along The Ouseburn and stop off at Kiln for a bite to eat. The spot is well loved by locals, the hustle and bustle making a perfect soundtrack to a first date. The selection of coffees, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages will keep you occupied, and don't forget to take a peek into the pottery studio.

With a history that stretches back much further than its 2002 opening, BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is the biggest gallery of its kind in the world. Spend the day enjoying the contemporary visual art, and with an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and activities designed to give a unique and compelling insight into contemporary artistic practice, there is always something different to be discovered. Be sure to take your date up to the viewing platform to get one of the best views of Newcastle and Gateshead, and if it is going well, pop into SIX and have a drink or two whilst you overlook the River Tyne.

If you’re after a first date spot that’s a bit more fun and interactive, Flight Club Newcastle is a brilliant shout. With interactive social darts, lush cocktails and plenty of sharing plates, it’s perfect for a bit of friendly competition and to get to know your date a little bit better. Book a booth, share a pizza, sip on a cocktail and get stuck into the incredible games for a date night that’s guaranteed to keep the laughs flowing.

If your date loves the cinema, impress in the surroundings of Tyneside's historic Art Deco space. Watch either a cult classic or a new release in the magnificent surroundings in Tyneside Cinema. The cinema may not be the most talkative of dates, so why not head to Vicolo afterwards to talk over the film and get to know your date a bit better.

Fancy impressing your date without the awkward silences? Head down to Lane 7 where there's loads to keep the conversation flowing. Challenge your date to a game of bowling - nothing breaks the ice like a friendly competition. If darts is more your style, have a go at their interactive darts lanes. Feeling brave? Book one of the private karaoke booths and belt out your favourite songs. Or keep it casual with a few goes on the arcade games.