Top 5 Date Spots Near The Sanctuary at Pinecrest

1) Graze and gaze at Pinecrest Gardens 

11000 Red Rd, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Watch the sun shine bright with your favorite person in sight as you enjoy a bite around the blooms of Pinecrest Gardens, a grand showcase of flora and fauna just 2 minutes from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Encompassing around 14 acres of lush botanical gardens and fun attractions, Pinecrest Gardens features South Florida's natural beauty through an extensive collection of verdant grounds and forested areas of native cypress sloughs, tropical hardwood hammocks, and riverine landscapes.

We're talking more than 1,000 varieties of native and non-native tropical flora and many notable natural features, including remnants of the Snapper Creek streambed, a 30,000-year-old solution hole, a piece of cypress hammock once connected to Big Cypress National Preserve, a 100-year-old Cocoplum, and various other mature landmark trees.

Reserve a table at Cypress Café, a reimagined coffee bar inside Pinecrest Gardens, and share a spread of light fare and a cup from Per'La, hailed one of the best-roasted coffee in the state, before you stroll along the tranquil paths winding through the botanical garden, a meadowed lake viewing area (Swan Lake) with resident wildlife, and fish-populated waterways!

It's an all-day affair made more romantic at Pinecrest Gardens!

2) Find the pathways to connection at the Old Cutler Trail 

Unnamed Road, Coral Gables, FL 33156

Let heritage and nature take the wheel as you uncover Miami's Old World allure at Old Cutler Trail, a historic road inviting you to wander along scenic, tree-lined pathways winding through some of Coral Gables' hidden gems and picturesque nooks, just a 7-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Known as a lush escape from the city's bustle, Old Cutler Trail sprinkles a note of natural beauty to your day with dreamy trails framed by towering banyan trees and tropical flora, serving an enchanted forest-like vibe where sunlight filters through the canopy as local South Florida birds fly overhead, the perfect backdrop for magical moments with your plus-one.

Enjoy a picturesque fitness walk or a two-person bike ride, side-by-side, on the smooth pathways and stop to take in the beauty of native plants and the mesmerizing scenery underneath the canopy of age-old trees that add a touch of whimsy and serenity to the experience. 

The Old Cutler Trail may not be at the top of your date spot list, but it's an unlikely spot that offers you serenity, intimacy, and endearing simplicity in one ethereal package.

3) Sprout romance with fresh smoothies and fruity bites at Wayside Fruit & Vegetable

10070 SW 57th Ave, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Are your tastebuds screaming for something refreshing in the middle of the day?

Make it a market date at Wayside Fruit & Vegetable Market, an open-air produce market just a 2-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Bursting with rustic charm and Old-world appeal, Wayside Fruit & Vegetable is the perfect backdrop for an authentic, vintage stroll paired with refreshing bites and delights from Wayside's famous smoothies, milkshakes, and homemade baked treats!

Beyond smoothies and baked goods, Wayside is also known for its fresh-cut fruit bowls, where you can enjoy medley after medley of ripe pineapples, mangos, watermelons, and more to cool you off after a long day!

Wayside Fruit & Vegetable is the slice of the countryside brimming with candid moments under the warm rays of the afternoon sun — a unique and unforgettable date your special someone won't expect!

4) Relish Pisco passion and Peruvian plates at CVI.CHE 105 

7535 N Kendall Dr #5000, Miami, FL 33156

Are you skimming through Google reviews for the BEST dinner date that will make lasting impressions?

We'll save you the headache of hunting, 'coz we've already found the one!

Welcome to CVI.CHE 105, a twelve-year award-winning restaurant with several locations across Miami, with one just an 8-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Boasting an unforgettable dining experience with a dash of Instagrammable vibes, CVI.CHE 105 features a celebrated gastronomic affair covered in Peruvian tastes and flavors, spearheaded by a delightful menu (which keeps getting revamped with new food items, mind you!) of famous offerings like ceviches, Tiraditos, seafood, culinary fusions, and Peruvian classics!

With this exquisite selection, this famous Miami Peruvian food spot has conquered the most demanding palates locally and nationwide, crafting the most marvelous and delicious culinary journey for each customer, which has garnered a 5-star rating for over 28,000 Google reviews for its Dadeland Mall spot alone!

But hang on a sec — that's not all this famous dining spot offers!

CVI.CHE 105 Dadeland also spoils diners with a contemporary, tropical garden-like ambiance with hanging plants, rainbow hues, and industrial touches, perfect for a casual but spellbinding date night with your partner-in-crime (and ceviche).

5) Wrap the evening up with a pour at Anacapri Italian Restaurant, Market and Wine Bar 

12669 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Give your day a whimsical finale with the perfect pour at Anacapri Italian Restaurant, Market, and Wine Bar, a dreamy late-night hangout brimming with the finest wines in town, a 9-minute drive from The Sanctuary at Pinecrest.

Dubbed Pinecrest's "Italian Village," Anacapri offers a menu brimming with ALL your favorite Italian cravings, served in a cozy ambiance boasting the authentic feel of a traditional Italian bistro!

But if you've already feasted, don't worry; walk through Anacapri's famous archway and head straight for the wine bar for a plethora of reds and whites available on tap or by the glass!

Go for a Cabernet or a delicate Chardonnay and enjoy a glass with a delicious small plate and the warm company of your date. 

Anacapri's selections rotate frequently, and you can sample various vintages without splurging on an entire bottle!