tallulas

I'm absolutely the last person to offer dating/romantic advice, but if you are looking for a restaurant for a date in the Thrill specifically, I'd probably say Tallulas (or Weathervane - hmm I never mentioned in the post where we went, that's awk... or it would be if I had interested readers).  [Or Buns, ohmygod Buns.]  

Dimly lit with the kind of mood that calls for a belly dancer in the corner.  There are also corner booths that are decorated with sheer curtains and pillows that I plan to model one of my bedrooms after.

Mezze platter for me because I'm obsessed with a multitude of sauces.

Manti, otherwise known as steamed dumplings stuffed with ground lamb and beef and served in a yogurt and garlic sauce.

Arnavut Cigeri, or breaded veal liver that is pan fried and tossed with herbs.

Shared with the only person in my present life, Alicia.  I'm pretty sure the Sam's Quick shop guy actually thought we were serious when we joked that we were dating.
Enter all the sad-and-alone jokes here.
"el oh el. jay kay. el oh el."
First things first when I finally get some time at home - HIMYM marathonnnn.