Best Date Night Restaurants in Haymarket

Wow! First timer and took my cousin out and it was her first time as well. Terrence was… how do I put this? PERFECTION! The moment he walked up to the table, he brought a smile to our faces, was inviting, informative, and energetic in a way that totally matched the vibes of MDRD. There was quite a large table of loud businessmen next to us, but thankfully they finished up within 45 mins or so of us taking a seat. Grateful for that because I felt like we were having to shout across our two top to hear each other over their booming voices. This obviously had nothing to do with the restaurant, but it felt worth mentioning if you are sitting along the booths behind the bar. The tables are close so everything felt very intimate with the couples on each side of us. It was cute though and the couples next to us felt like old friends as Terrence brought us all together to talk our favorite cocktails so far, what glassware we loved, and then we would all go back about our business. It was absolutely lovely and will 100% return. Excellent views! Excellent vibes! I definitely felt like I was in a city bigger than Grand Rapids during this dinner.

Comfortable seating, cozy ambience, good service. Unhurried atmosphere.

My husband took me here for my birthday... we had never eaten there before. Many standard things that caught my attention on our first experience there: They check guest coats so you don't have to worry about hanging it over your chair at the table. For every table they were spreading rose petals out as they seat you. For my birthday, they printed out a special menu that wished me Happy Birthday personally, and all the staff had signed it. All original signatures; no copies. They took a Polaroid pic of us and gave it to us before we left. The Manager made a stop at our table to see how dinner was going (as I'm sure he does for everyone) but made the effort to also wish me a happy birthday. The food was delish and plated so professionally. I declined dessert, but they still brought out two chocolate covered strawberries with whipped cream and raspberries, topped off with a lit candle and 'Happy Birthday' spelled out in chocolate drizzle. The atmosphere, decor, table and chairs was also wonderfully put together. This establishment has attention to detail like I've never experienced before! It was an absolutely wonderful evening!

Always a lovely experience here. The food is amazing and the waiters give you just the right amount of attention. It is a warm and cozy place and I love looking out the window to the city.

Black rock is an awesome place, the food is excellent and the staff are always second to none. we love this place and I'm sure anyone who tries it will too!