The Satori Blog

One of the most exciting aspects of the Satori apartment rental community is its proximity to downtown Fort Lauderdale's renowned attractions, as well as the fine dining and fun activities of neighboring Wilton Manors. But sometimes the perfect night out isn't a boisterous concert or big-budget meal. Sometimes it's just sharing a relaxing movie-going experience with someone special, followed by a satisfying bite at the right romantic restaurant. And how about ending the evening with a tranquil stroll back to your apartment for lingering conversation and a goodnight kiss? Well, if this date night sounds like your ideal Friday evening, then you're in luck, because Satori is located just a short walk from the Gateway Plaza, where you can watch the latest box office hit and then step next door to Il Mulino Cucina Italiana for a glass of wine and savory Italian fare.

Just a few blocks east on Sunrise Boulevard from the entrance to Satori you'll find the Gateway Plaza. This well-known landmark features Sunrise Cinemas at Gateway, the city's oldest venue for popular and independent, foreign and domestic films-from Old Hollywood classics to the newest blockbusters. Whether it's a romantic comedy to set the tone for your date night, or a scary thriller that will be the perfect excuse to cozy closer to your companion, Sunrise Cinemas always offers a variety of movies for a reasonable $9 per person. Getting lost in a story with someone you cherish is the perfect way to end your week-or to begin a new relationship.

Just a few doors down from Sunrise Cinemas in the Gateway Plaza is Il Mulino Cucina Italiana. Il Mulino is a relaxed, intimate bistro serving traditional Italian favorites, ranging from homemade pasta to brick-oven pizza. For your romantic evening, we suggest starting out with an appetizer of mussels and clams (rumored to be an all-natural aphrodisiac), which are served pan-sautéed with wine, tomato and basil sauce. Sharing courses is a unique way to bond with your dinner companion, which is why we recommend an antipasto salad for two, followed by an easy-to-share entrée such as the Il Mulino specialty of Sea Bass Francese, a sizeable portion of fresh fish seared in wine lemon butter sauce and served with a side of primavera pasta. And every course should be coupled with the perfect glass of red or white wine, which your server can recommend. To add to your good spirits, you'll be pleased to find that your entire meal for two totals less than fifty dollars (making it easy for you to treat your date and make the right impression).

For an inexpensive, local night out (whether it's the highlight of your week or a part of your weekly routine), Gateway Plaza is the best choice for your all-in-one date night-just minutes from your new rental apartment's front door. Being close to the attractions that matter most is just another bonus when you rent an apartment at Satori.