Green Living: Eco-Dating Ideas

414 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048 (map)

Keep it real at this veritable garden of vegan delights (think spicy nachos piled high with cashew cheese, guacamole and tomatoes) where the only animal sightings are the beasts within.

1408 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (map)

Keep it light and breezy at this popular South Bay raw eatery with Mexi-Cali flair and plenty of options.

9543 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 (map)

Kick it up a notch with one of the killer cocktails or foodie-friendly entrees at this sleek eco-eatery. Then walk around the rest of downtown Culver City and count how many other environmentally conscious restaurants and shops there are. Hand-holding optional.

2020 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

It's what's inside that counts: Conserve electricity and let your eyes start adjusting at this completely light-free restaurant.

8593 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)

Go old-school at Santa Monica's all-organic burger and fries joint without greasy animal fat. Share a shake made with rare aseel dates (yeah, a "date" shake) while you're at it.

1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (map)

Somewhere ... below the sea: Get deep at this Heal the Bay-affiliated aquarium offering adult education classes, crafts-making, "aquadoptions" and more.

12601 Mulholland Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)

Nighttime is the right time: Sign up for one of the Coldwater Canyon facility's guided full moon hikes during the spring, summer and autumn months. All you need is love, a flashlight and $10 per couple.

Franklin and Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (map)

Wanna break a sweat without getting too close? Spot each other going up the hill, protect each other from crazy, leash-less hounds and enjoy the view at Hollywood's most accessible, and social, hiking spot.

1640 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028 (map)

If a Hollywood night is more your style, but you still want to keep it green, head to Cahuenga's eco-Ecco for guilt-free--or close enough--clubbing.