How much does a first date cost in New York, NY?
A full night out on a first date in New York costs about $351 for two, according to MoneyLion (2026-07-08). A simpler sit-down dinner date (starter, two mains, two cocktails) runs a median $122 before tip, per Mandoe Media (2026-04-20).
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| What's included | Cost for two | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Full night out (dinner w/ wine + tip, movie, round-trip taxi, two drinks) | $351 | MoneyLion (2026-07-08), rank 1 of 50 (1 = priciest) |
| Three-course dinner for two with wine (before tip) | $171 | MoneyLion (2026-07-08) |
| Taxi, round trip | $80 | MoneyLion (2026-07-08) |
| Sit-down first date: shared starter, two mains, two cocktails (median, before tip and tax) | $122 | Mandoe Media (2026-04-20), rank 22 of 22 (1 = cheapest) |
| Two beers, mid-range dinner for two, transit, 20% tip | $216.00 | data.upneja.ai (2026-06) (5.3 hours of work at the local average wage) |
Each source prices a different basket, so the numbers are not averaged together.
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